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The Swedish Empire at its Peak: A Northern European Powerhouse (1658)
When Finland and Estonia Sang Their Nations into Being: The Epics Kalevala and Kalevipoeg
Bright Ties of the North: The Finno-Ugric Flag Story
Northern Tongues, Eastern Roots: The Finno-Ugric Enigma in an Indo-European World
Scandinavian (Nordic) Cross Flags: Origins and Stories
Sauna Etiquette 101: 12 Do’s & Don’ts North Americans Always Ask
Greenland: History, Culture, and the Path to a Harmonious Future
Baltic Stories
“The Baltics Are Waking Up!”: The Trilingual Anthem of the Baltic Way
The Evolving Meaning of the “Baltic” Countries
The Swedish Empire at its Peak: A Northern European Powerhouse (1658)
When Finland and Estonia Sang Their Nations into Being: The Epics Kalevala and Kalevipoeg
Bright Ties of the North: The Finno-Ugric Flag Story
Northern Tongues, Eastern Roots: The Finno-Ugric Enigma in an Indo-European World
Valev Laube’s Equinox: A Modern Nordic Meditation on Healing and Balance
Expert Panel
Mark Winter: Why Real Art Expertise Matters in the Age of AI
Discoverability Showdown: SEO vs. ChatGPT vs. Social Media vs. Your Personal Website
Make the Most of Your 15 Minutes of Fame: Media Interview Follow-Ups
Marina Byezhanova, Co-Founder, Brand of a Leader
5 Expert Tips for Radiant, Red-Carpet Ready Skin—From a Celebrity Makeup Artist
From Stockholm to Vilnius Europe’s Quiet Powerhouses Redefine the Union for 2050
9 Overlooked Personal-Branding Moves Top Leaders Swear By
Featured
Arvo Pärt at 90: Estonia’s Musical Legend and His Global Legacy
From Cantor to Composer: Cathy Lawrence’s Journey Sparks a New Musical
Climate Change in the Nordic and Baltic Regions: Landscape, Wildlife, and Future Challenges
EU Begins Work on New Sanctions Package Against Russia – Estonian Foreign Ministry
When Nations Sing and Dance: The Baltic Tradition from Festivity to Freedom
LATEST STORY
Mark Winter: Why Real Art Expertise Matters in the Age of AI
Mark Winter, Art Authentication Expert at At Certification Experts, Inc., reminds readers that while AI is a remarkable tool, it cannot replace the trained eye, scientific rigor, and years of experience required in art authentication. From radiocarbon dating to pigment analysis, true expertise - not algorithms - reminds the foundation of uncovering an artwork's truth.
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October 13, 2025
Celebrating 95 Years of Vigdís Finnbogadóttir: A Champion for Iceland's Nature and Language Heritage
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April 17, 2025
# vigdís finnbogadóttir celebrates 95th birthday: a legacy of nature and language **reykjavík, iceland** — today, vigdís finnbogadóttir, the former president of iceland and the world's first democratically elected female head of state, celebrates her 95th birthday
Латвия готовится к грандиозному Межконтинентальному кубку по дрифту 2025 года!
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April 17, 2025
# latvia to host intercontinental drift cup in 2025 the federation internationale de l'automobile (fia) has announced the return of the intercontinental drift cup (fia idc), which will take place in riga, latvia, from october 3 to 5, 2025
Nordea Bank Surpasses Earnings Expectations with Signs of Lending Recovery in Q1 2025
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April 17, 2025
# nordea bank surpasses first quarter earnings expectations, sees signs of lending recovery **gdansk, poland** - nordea bank, the largest lender in the nordic region, announced on wednesday that its first-quarter operating earnings exceeded market forecasts
Estonia Backs Morocco's Autonomy Plan: A Path to Lasting Peace in the Sahara
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April 17, 2025
**estonia backs morocco's autonomy plan for sahara conflict resolution** **tallinn, estonia –** on april 16, 2025, estonia's foreign minister margus tsahkna publicly endorsed morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for the disputed sahara region
Setting Sail for Sustainability: Norway's Largest Zero-Emission Ferry Begins Its Journey
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April 17, 2025
# norway launches its largest zero-emission ferry **april 17, 2025** norway has announced the launch of its largest zero-emission ferry, marking a significant step in the country's maritime environmental efforts
Северная Бригада: Норвегия и Прибалтика обучат ВСУ к новому уровню обороны
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April 17, 2025
# norway collaborates with the baltics to form 'northern brigade' for ukraine **date:** april 17, 2025 **source:** military review in a significant move, norway has announced plans to prepare a brigade for the armed forces of ukraine (afu), allocating 10 billion norwegian kroner (approximately 830 million euros) to the initiative
Unyielding Voices: Researchers Rally Against JUFO's Downgrade of Frontiers Journals in Finland
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April 16, 2025
**open letter addressed to finnish minister of science and culture regarding frontiers journals** **december 6, 2024 - frontiers communications** an open letter has been published today on openletter
Unleashing Power: Denmark's Live-Fire Trials with the Advanced CV9035 MkIIIC Infantry Fighting Vehicle
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April 16, 2025
# denmark conducts live-fire trials with cv9035 mkiiic infantry fighting vehicle **date: april 12, 2025** **location: bae systems hägglunds testing grounds, northern sweden** denmark's military has reached a significant milestone in its modernization efforts with the recent live-fire trials of the cv9035 mkiiic infantry fighting vehicle (ifv)
Tragic Events and Economic Updates: Your Tuesday News Roundup from Sweden
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April 16, 2025
# today in sweden: a roundup of the latest news **published: april 15, 2025** **updated: april 15, 2025, 06:53 cet** **by emma löfgren** **contact: emma
Rebuilding Bridges: Lithuania's Ambitious Bid to Mend Ties with China Amid Diplomatic Strain
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April 16, 2025
# lithuania's prime minister pushes to restore diplomatic relations with china in a significant move aimed at mending diplomatic ties, lithuanian prime minister gintautas paluckas has expressed his intention to restore relations with china
Грузооборот порта Вентспилс: Устойчивый рост на 1,5% в I квартале 2025 года
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April 16, 2025
## increased cargo throughput at ventspils port in q1 2025 **ventspils, latvia – april 15, 2025** – the ventspils free port reported a 1
Discover the Secrets Behind Iceland's Rising Happiness: Nature, Gender Equality, and Resilience
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April 16, 2025
# iceland ranks high in happiness: a look into the keys to icelanders' joy iceland has emerged as one of the happiest places in the world, showcasing a remarkable increase in happiness levels in recent years
Finland Extends Border Closure with Russia Amid Security Concerns and Migration Risks
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April 16, 2025
**finland to maintain closure of border with russia indefinitely** *helsinki, april 16, 2025* — finland has announced that it will keep its eastern border with russia closed until further notice, citing ongoing security concerns
Spring Awakening: Exciting Times Ahead for Estonia's Beekeepers as Busy Season Begins
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April 16, 2025
# busy times begin for estonia's beekeepers as spring arrives as spring unfolds across estonia, beekeepers are entering a bustling season marked by the blooming of willows and the arrival of bees foraging for pollen
Глубже за Скандинавской Идиллией: Новый Мемориал на 15-летие Терактов Брейвика в Норвегии
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April 16, 2025
### norway prepares for 15th anniversary of breivik attacks with new memorial project *by meduza april 14, 2025* as norway approaches the 15th anniversary of the tragic terrorist attacks carried out by anders breivik, the country is preparing to unveil a new memorial in oslo dedicated to the victims
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