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Screen Time Warnings Issued, Economic Pressures Mount

New government recommendations on children's screen time, warning against specific apps, have been issued, alongside concerns from a professor regarding the social experiment of young people sleeping less.

Economic anxieties are escalating with warnings of soaring electricity prices and rising interest rates impacting households, coupled with a tougher job market. In the political sphere, demands have been made for a measure from Minister of Finance Jens Stoltenberg, while Harald Minge, CEO of the Stavanger Chamber of Commerce, faces accusations of betrayal over regional industry.

Elsewhere, an individual is contemplating resignation due to persistent harassment and threats, and new regulations for sick leave are set to affect pay. On a positive note, the Oslo Stock Exchange saw an upward trend, boosted by rising oil prices.

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Children's Screen Time and Sleep Concerns

New government recommendations have been issued for children's screen time, specifically warning against certain popular social media apps. A professor also raised concerns about the societal impact of young people getting less sleep.

Oslo Stock Exchange Rises

The Oslo Stock Exchange experienced an upward trend, with the increase attributed to rising oil prices, signaling a positive development for the market.

New Sick Leave Regulations

New regulations regarding sick leave have been introduced, which may determine whether individuals receive 50% or 100% of their pay during their absence.

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