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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
Vietnam and Finland Forge Stronger Ties: A New Era of Bilateral Cooperation in Green Development and Technology
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April 4, 2025
# việt nam seeks strengthened cooperation with finland **helsinki, november 29, 2024** – during an official visit to finland on november 28, deputy prime minister trần hồng hà engaged in discussions with finnish leaders to enhance bilateral cooperation
Estonia Fortifies Borders: Construction of 600 Advanced Bunkers Inspired by Ukraine's War Experience
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April 4, 2025
**estonia to build 600 bunkers along russian border amid security concerns** in a significant move to enhance national security, estonia has announced plans to construct 600 bunkers along its border with russia, beginning in 2025
Norway's Prime Minister Seeks Urgent Negotiations with the U.S. Over New Tariffs
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April 4, 2025
**norway to negotiate with u
Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund Faces Pressure to Lift 'Illogical' Ban on Defense Investments: A Game-Changer for National Security?
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April 4, 2025
### norway's government faces pressure to rethink defense investment ban norway's government is under increasing pressure to reconsider its longstanding ban on defense investments through the country's sovereign wealth fund, which boasts a remarkable value of $1
From Cold War to Cold Tensions: Norway Revives Military Bunkers Amid Russian Threats
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April 3, 2025
# norway's cold war bunkers: a modern military revival ## background norway, located near the historical tensions of the cold war era, is witnessing a renewed interest in its military bunkers established during that period
Denmark's Prime Minister Stands Firm: 'Greenland Is Not for Sale to Trump'
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April 3, 2025
# danish pm affirms greenland's sovereignty amid u
Lithuania and US Forge Ahead: A New Era in LNG and Small Modular Reactor Collaboration
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April 3, 2025
# lithuania and the united states strengthen partnership in lng and smr **washington d
Coastal Minimalism: Campus Transforms Värmdö's Landscape with Raw, Utilitarian Design in House Djurö
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April 3, 2025
# campus designs coastal home with raw, utilitarian finishes in sweden **värmdö, sweden** - the architecture studio campus has completed the construction of house djurö, a clifftop residence located in värmdö, sweden, overlooking the stunning stockholm archipelago
Strengthening Defenses: Latvia to Send 1,500 Combat Drones to Ukraine
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April 3, 2025
# latvia to supply 1,500 drones to ukraine's armed forces **ulyana krychkovska, yevhen kizilov** *published: april 1, 2025, 20:35* latvia has announced its commitment to provide an additional 1,500 combat drones to bolster the capabilities of ukraine's armed forces, as confirmed by latvia's defence minister, andris sprūds
Volcano Alert: Sunddhnuksgigar Erupts, Tourists Must Evacuate in Iceland
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April 3, 2025
# eruption of sunddhnuksgigar volcano forces evacuations in iceland **reykjavik, iceland** – on the morning of april 1, 2025, the sunddhnuksgigar volcano in iceland erupted, prompting immediate evacuations in nearby popular tourist areas due to a series of small earthquakes that paved the way for this volcanic activity
Finland's Bold Step: Helen Closes Final Coal Plant, Halving Carbon Emissions and Paving the Way for a Greener Future
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April 3, 2025
# finland ends coal use with closure of salmisaari power plant **helsinki, finland – april 1, 2025** helen oy, a leading energy operator in finland, has officially closed its salmisaari power plant, marking the end of coal use for electricity production in the country
Norway's Generous Commitment: $285.6 Million Humanitarian Aid to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
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April 3, 2025
**norway allocates $285
Revolutionizing Energy: Norway’s Pioneering Carbon Capture Retrofit Marks a New Era for Waste-to-Energy Solutions
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April 3, 2025
# frontier supports norway's first carbon capture retrofit: a new era for waste-to-energy? **april 2, 2025** frontier has announced a significant investment aimed at revolutionizing waste management in norway through carbon capture technology
Unlocking Climate Solutions: The Groundbreaking Northern Lights Carbon Capture Project in Norway
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April 3, 2025
# northern lights project: norway's first major carbon capture and storage initiative ## introduction the northern lights project marks a significant milestone in environmental sustainability as norway’s first major initiative aimed at carbon capture and storage (ccs)
Strengthening Arctic Security: Military Leaders Confront Hybrid Threats at Norway-Russia Border Meeting
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April 3, 2025
# arctic military leaders convene near norway-russia border to address hybrid threats **kirkenes, norway —** last week, military leaders from the seven western arctic nations, along with representatives from observer states and various strategic commands, gathered in kirkenes, northern norway, for the arctic security forces roundtable (asfr)
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