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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
From Denmark to Canada: The Global Boycott of American Goods in Response to Trump's Greenland Controversy
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April 3, 2025
**denmark joins boycott of american products over trump’s greenland claim** *copenhagen, denmark — a growing movement of danish consumers is boycotting american products in response to the trump administration's controversial assertions regarding the u
Revitalizing Tourism: UN and Lithuania Unite to Champion Innovation and Sustainable Growth
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April 3, 2025
**un tourism collaborates with lithuania to enhance innovation and visibility** *vilnius, lithuania – april 2, 2025* – the united nations world tourism organization (un tourism) has officially partnered with lithuania’s ministry of the economy and innovation to enhance tourism development in the country for the period spanning 2025 to 2027
Saab Secures SEK 2.1 Billion Order for Advanced RBS 70 NG Air Defence System from Latvia
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April 3, 2025
**saab signs agreement with latvia for rbs 70 ng air defence system** *linköping, sweden - march 31, 2025* - saab, the swedish defence and security company, announced today that it has secured a significant order from the latvian ministry of defence for its next-generation short-range ground-based air defence system, the rbs 70 ng
Eruption Alert: Iceland's Sundhnukur Volcano Erupts, Evacuations Underway in Nearby Grindavik
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April 3, 2025
### volcano erupts in iceland: residents evacuated from affected town **reykjavik, iceland** – the icelandic meteorological office (imo) reported on april 1st that the sundhnukur volcano has begun erupting on the reykjanes peninsula in southwestern iceland
Shifting Grounds: New Asylum Laws and Border Tensions in Eastern EU
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April 3, 2025
# recent developments in eastern european asylum policies ## poland's asylum suspension law a new asylum suspension law has come into effect in poland, marking a significant shift in the country's approach to asylum seekers
Unlocking the Digital Future: Armenia Learns from Estonia's Innovations in Digitalization, Cybersecurity, and AI
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April 3, 2025
**armenian delegation studies estonia's digitalization, cyber defense, and ai best practices** *yerevan, april 3, 2025* — a delegation from armenia, headed by minister of high-tech industry mkhitar hayrapetyan, recently visited estonia to explore the country's leading practices in digitalization, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (ai)
Norway Demands Justice: Strong Condemnation of Humanitarian Workers' Killings in Gaza
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April 3, 2025
**norway condemns killing of humanitarian workers in gaza** *by beyza binnur donmez | april 2, 2025* geneva – norway's foreign minister, espen barth eide, has issued a strong condemnation of the recent killing of humanitarian workers in gaza, which has drawn international attention and concern
Norwegian Seafood Exports Surge: Record-Breaking Growth Driven by US and China in Q1 2025
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April 3, 2025
# norwegian seafood exports experience record growth in early 2025 ## substantial increase driven by us and chinese markets in a remarkable start to 2025, norway reported seafood exports worth nok 44 billion in the first quarter, marking a notable increase of nok 3
Unignorable: Valev Laube on How Artists Can Build a Brand That Gets Noticed
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April 3, 2025
‍Creative professionals in New York City and beyond are discovering that talent alone is not enough – success in today’s arts landscape also demands a savvy digital strategy. In an era where Broadway dancers livestream rehearsals, musicians drop AI-augmented tracks online, and visual artists sell works via Instagram, the intersection of artistry and technology has become the new arena for career growth.
KAJ: Reviving Swedish Culture in Finland Through Melodifestivalen Triumph
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April 2, 2025
# kaj's victory signals a cultural renaissance for swedish finns ### melodifestivalen win marks a new era in a thrilling finale of melodifestivalen 2025, the group kaj triumphed with their catchy hit “bara bada bastu,” paving the way for their participation in the eurovision song contest
Discovering Estonia: How a Student Trip Transformed Assignments and Perspectives on Responsible Tourism
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April 2, 2025
# estonian excursion inspires travel and tourism students at west nottinghamshire college **by west notts college contributor** **published march 31, 2025** in an engaging cultural exchange, travel and tourism students from west nottinghamshire college recently returned from a seven-night trip to estonia, where they explored the local culture and engaged in meaningful discussions about responsible tourism
NorCham Michigan: Boosting Norwegian-American Business Connections and Trade Opportunities
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April 2, 2025
NorCham Michigan plays a vital role in strengthening business connections between Norway and the United States
EU Unites Against Trump's DEI Demands: Denmark and Netherlands Respond to U.S. Ultimatum
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April 2, 2025
**denmark and netherlands respond to trump's dei ultimatum** **april 2, 2025** in response to recent directives from the trump administration targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (dei) initiatives, officials from denmark and the netherlands have voiced concerns
Sweden Strengthens Defense with Major Acquisition: Four KC-390 Tactical Transporters Ordered in Multi-Billion Krona Deal
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April 2, 2025
**sweden orders four kc-390 tactical transport aircraft in major defense deal** **stockholm, sweden**—in a significant move to enhance its military capabilities, sweden has officially ordered four kc-390 tactical transport aircraft from brazilian aerospace manufacturer embraer
Tragic Loss in Lithuania: Three US Soldiers Found Dead During Training Exercise, Search for Fourth Continues
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April 2, 2025
**three out of four missing us soldiers found dead in lithuania** *march 31, 2025 – vilnius, lithuania* lithuanian president gitanas nauseda announced today that three of the four missing us soldiers have been found deceased
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