This blog has repeatedly called for more innovation at Norwegian news websites. So when such occurs, it should be noted. Nettavisen today launched Na24.no as an “important stories only” subsite. The concept is exactly what I have been missing, since Norwegian sites for years have been overbidding each other by pushing out hundreds of stories a day flanked by incredible amounts of noisy advertising. It’s correct as the editor says that Na24 means Nettavisen going back to its roots. But the first impression is that central elements are missing from what you have to expect from a modern news site today: Where are the graphs in the business stories? Smart selection of photos? Intelligent treatment of external web sources (a meagre “interesting links” box which include Google – come on!)? And no RSS feed?? Head for a quick relaunch!