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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
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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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April 16, 2025
**britain and norway to provide ukraine with $580 million for drones** **april 11, 2025** *by interfax* in a significant development aimed at bolstering ukraine's defensive capabilities, british and norwegian authorities have announced a joint plan to allocate $580 million for drones to kyiv
Navigating the New Travel Crossfire: What Tourists from Canada, Mexico, and Europe Must Know About U.S. Border Fears Amid Political Tensions
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April 16, 2025
# tourism concerns rise as political tensions affect u
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April 16, 2025
# norway to stop coal mining in svalbard **april 16, 2025** norway has announced the cessation of coal mining in svalbard, an archipelago situated in the arctic ocean, with the last remaining coal mine, mine no
Lithuania Revives Ambitious 700MW Offshore Wind Tender Amid Strategic Revisions
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April 16, 2025
### lithuania to restart 700mw offshore wind tender **april 16, 2025** by bojan lepic the lithuanian government has announced plans to relaunch a tender for a significant offshore wind project in the baltic sea, with a target output of 700 megawatts (mw)
Sweden's Bold Spring Budget: A Strategic Move to Jumpstart the Economy Amid Global Challenges
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April 16, 2025
**sweden unveils spring budget to stimulate economy amid global challenges** **stockholm, sweden** - on april 15, 2025, the swedish government unveiled a new spring budget aimed at stimulating the country’s sluggish economy in the face of a challenging global trade environment
Iceland Cancels Whaling Season for Second Year: Economic Factors at Play
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April 16, 2025
**iceland cancels whaling season for second year in a row** *april 13, 2025 – reykjavik, iceland* iceland's largest whaling company, hvalur hf, has announced it will not participate in the whaling season this summer, marking the second consecutive year the company has chosen to abstain from the controversial practice
Finland's Aspirations: Building Europe's Largest Start-Up Hub Amidst Challenges and Opportunities
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April 16, 2025
# finland's ambitious bid to become europe's start-up leader **helsinki, finland** — as construction workers lay the foundation for what is expected to be the largest start-up campus in europe, finland is positioning itself to reclaim the title of europe’s start-up capital
Support for Moldova's European Aspirations: Latvia Emerges as a Key Ally, Says Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu
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April 16, 2025
**latvia is a strong supporter of moldova's european path, says parliament speaker** **kishinev, moldova - april 14, 2025** - in a recent press conference held in chișinău, igor grosu, the speaker of the moldovan parliament, emphasized latvia's crucial role in supporting moldova's european integration efforts
May 9: A Peaceful Commemoration in Estonia, Says ISS Director
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April 16, 2025
**may 9 expected to pass peacefully in estonia, says iss director** estonia's internal security service (iss) director general margo palloson has indicated that the observance of may 9, a day on which russia commemorates the end of world war ii, is anticipated to occur without incident this year
Reawakening the Past: Why Norway is Reviving Cold War Bunkers Amidst Rising Tensions with Russia
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April 16, 2025
# norway's cold war bunkers: a step back into history amid modern tensions norway, strategically located adjacent to russia, is embarking on a significant military initiative that involves the restoration of several cold war-era bunkers
Norway to Boost Defense: Doubling K9 Howitzer Fleet with $534 Million Investment
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April 16, 2025
**norway expanding k9 howitzer fleet with $534 million investment** **paris** — norway is set to nearly double its fleet of self-propelled k9 thunder howitzers, proposing to acquire 24 additional units from hanwha aerospace
US Tourism Takes a Hit: European Visitors from Ireland, Norway, and Germany Drop by 17% Amid Rising Concerns
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April 15, 2025
# us tourism hit hard as european visitor numbers plummet **april 12, 2025 - the united states tourism sector is experiencing a significant downturn, with european visitors from countries such as ireland, norway, and germany declining sharply by 17%
Excitement Mounts for Norway Chess: Anand Backs Gukesh in Clash with Carlsen
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April 15, 2025
### anand supports gukesh ahead of norway chess clash with carlsen **mumbai, india** – indian chess legend viswanathan anand has expressed his confidence in d
Spring Break in Peril: U.S. Students Released After Arrest in Denmark Following Uber Driver Altercation
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Lithuanian President's Controversial Nomination of Adviser as State Auditor Sparks Opposition Concern
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April 15, 2025
**lithuanian president nominates adviser for state auditor position, sparking controversy** *vilnius, lithuania – april 15, 2025* — lithuanian president gitanas nausėda has put forth the nomination of his adviser, irena segalovičienė, for the role of state auditor
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