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Nordic Stories
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
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
From Kitchen Table to Award-Winning Agency: The Rise of Blake Renda and Julie Koester
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
“The Baltics Are Waking Up!”: The Trilingual Anthem of the Baltic Way
On the evening of August 23, 1989, an astonishing sight unfolded across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Nearly two million people joined hands to form a 675-kilometer human chain stretching from Tallinn through Riga to Vilnius – a peaceful protest known as the Baltic Way.
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October 9, 2025
Lithuania's Consumer Confidence Surges Ahead of Latvia and Estonia: A Positive Outlook for Retail Sales
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April 11, 2025
# consumer sentiment surges in lithuania compared to latvia and estonia in recent reports, consumer sentiment in lithuania has shown a notable increase, surpassing that of its baltic neighbors, latvia and estonia
Iceland Faces EFTA Court Over Incomplete Packaging Waste Regulations: A Big Step in Environmental Accountability
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April 11, 2025
# iceland referred to efta court over incomplete packaging waste restrictions the efta surveillance authority (esa) has taken the significant step of referring iceland to the efta court due to concerns regarding the country’s inadequate implementation of packaging waste management regulations
Canada Dominates Finland 5-0 in Women's Hockey World Championship Opener!
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April 11, 2025
### canada dominates finland in women's hockey world championships opener **ceske budejovice, czech republic** – canada began its quest to defend its title at the women's hockey world championships with a dominant 5-0 victory against finland on thursday
Estonia Enacts Bold Legislation Severing Ties with Moscow-Linked Church Amid Rising Tensions
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April 11, 2025
**estonia passes law to cut ties with moscow-linked orthodox church** *parliamentary action targets foreign influence in religious institutions* on april 9, 2025, the estonian parliament enacted legislation aimed at limiting foreign influence on local religious organizations
Norwegian Markets Surge: Oslo OBX Climbs 2.90% on Strong Sector Gains
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April 11, 2025
**norway's stock market closes higher with oslo obx index up 2
Portugal Women Outshine Norway in Thrilling 3rd T20I Victory: Match Recap & Highlights
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April 11, 2025
## portugal women secure victory against norway women in t20i ### match overview on april 9, 2025, portugal women faced off against norway women in the third t20 international during the portugal tour of norway at the santarem cricket ground in albergaria
Norway Chess Considers Groundbreaking Tournament in India: A New Chapter for Chess Enthusiasts
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April 11, 2025
# norway chess organisers consider hosting tournament in india **mumbai**, april 11, 2025 - the organisers of the esteemed norway chess tournament are exploring the possibility of hosting a chess event in india next year
Norway Boosts Defense with Major 'Thunder' Fleet Expansion: 24 New K9 Howitzers Ordered Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
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April 11, 2025
# norway expands k9 thunder howitzer fleet amid growing security concerns **oslo, norway – april 9, 2025** norway has announced plans to expand its artillery capabilities by doubling its fleet of k9 thunder self-propelled howitzers from south korean manufacturer hanwha aerospace
Copenhagen Court to Decide on Controversial Danish Arms Exports to Israel Amid Human Rights Lawsuit
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April 11, 2025
**copenhagen court to rule on danish arms exports to israel** **copenhagen, denmark** – a copenhagen court is set to deliver a significant ruling on friday concerning a lawsuit filed by four humanitarian organizations
From Refugee to Alleged Foot Soldier: The Troubling Transformation of a Ukrainian Teen in Russia's Shadow War
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April 11, 2025
**ukrainian teenager accused of arson in lithuania linked to russian sabotage efforts** *vilnius, lithuania* — in a troubling turn of events, a 17-year-old ukrainian refugee, daniil bardadim, has been arrested in lithuania on charges of terrorism following an arson attack on an ikea store
Team USA Dominates Finland 7-1 in Thrilling Women's Worlds Opener
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April 11, 2025
# team usa delivers strong performance against finland in women's world championship opener **české budějovice, czechia –** the u
From Winter to Spring: Latvia's Dramatic Temperature Shift and Weather Forecast
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April 11, 2025
### latvia experiences sharp temperature variations: from -6°c to +20°c **rīga, april 11, 2025** — latvia is bracing itself for a dramatic temperature shift, with forecasts indicating a swing from minus six degrees celsius to a welcoming plus twenty degrees celsius in the coming days
Finland Takes Command: First-ever Lead in NATO Air Policing Mission over Iceland
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April 11, 2025
**finnish air force leads nato air policing mission in iceland for the first time** *06 february 2025* in a significant milestone for the finnish air force and nato, finland has taken the lead in the nato air policing mission in iceland for the very first time
Russia Protests Vandalism of Soviet War Cemetery in Estonia: Diplomatic Tensions Escalate
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April 11, 2025
**russia protests vandalism at soviet war cemetery in estonia** **moscow, april 9, 2025** — russia's foreign ministry summoned estonia’s charge d’affaires juri vanamelder on wednesday to express strong discontent over recent vandalism at the tallinn military cemetery
Diving Deep: Inside Norway's Ambitious Rogfast Project to Build the World's Longest Subsea Road
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April 11, 2025
# norway's ambitious project: the world's longest and deepest subsea road norway is advancing its infrastructure with a groundbreaking project set to redefine transportation in the region
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