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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
Cooking with Nature: Travel Vlogger Boils Eggs in Iceland's Geothermal Pool and Leaves Viewers Amazed!
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April 1, 2025
# travel vlogger impresses internet by boiling eggs in iceland’s geothermal pool **march 30, 2025** – travel enthusiasts and food lovers alike have been captivated by a recent video from korean vlogger gloria, who demonstrated a unique method for cooking eggs using the geothermal pools of iceland
Finland Bids Farewell to Coal: The Closure of Its Last Active Coal-Fired Power Plant
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April 1, 2025
**finland shuts down last active coal-fired power plant** *by anne kauranen* *april 1, 2025* helsinki – finland has officially closed its last operational coal-fired power and heat plant, a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources
48 Medals for Team USA at the Tallinn Open: A Showcase of Young Wrestling Talent!
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April 1, 2025
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Johan Castberg: Norway's New Era as a Premier Energy Exporter in the Barents Sea
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April 1, 2025
# johan castberg begins production, enhancing norway’s energy export capacity **barents sea, march 31, 2025** – the johan castberg oil field officially commenced production today at 10:35 am utc, marking a significant milestone for norway's energy sector
Unveiling Northern Lights: Norway's Groundbreaking Carbon Capture and Storage Revolution
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April 1, 2025
# northern lights: norway's first major carbon capture and storage project in a significant step towards environmental sustainability, the northern lights project has emerged as the first major carbon capture and storage (ccs) initiative in norway
Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund Takes Stand: Votes Against Rio Tinto Dual-Listing Review Resolution Ahead of Key Shareholder Meeting
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March 31, 2025
**norway's sovereign wealth fund opposes rio tinto's dual-listing review resolution** *bengaluru, april 1, 2025* — norges bank investment management, representing norway's sovereign wealth fund, has announced its decision to oppose a resolution regarding the dual-listing of mining giant rio tinto
Exploring Finland's Rich Cultural Landscape: A Journey Through Art, Music, and Museums
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March 31, 2025
# exploring finland's cultural landscape: museums, arts, and music finland showcases a rich cultural landscape that thrives through its museums, arts, and music
Cold War Comeback: Norway Revives Military Bunkers Amid Rising Tensions with Russia
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March 31, 2025
# norway resumes use of cold war military bunkers amid rising tensions **date: [insert date]** norway is taking significant steps to restore its cold war-era military bunkers, driven by concerns over heightened tensions with russia
Desperate Search: Navy Divers Battle Mud and Water to Find Missing US Soldiers in Lithuanian Bog
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March 31, 2025
# ongoing search for missing us soldiers in lithuania as recovery efforts intensify **pabrade, lithuania – march 30, 2025** u
Denmark Responds Firmly to US Vice President's Criticism Over Greenland: 'Not How Allies Communicate'
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March 31, 2025
### denmark responds to us vice president's criticism over greenland **copenhagen, denmark** – denmark has openly criticized remarks made by us vice president jd vance regarding the country’s commitment to greenland
Discovering Happiness in Finland: A Traveler's Journey to Find Joy and Connection in Nature
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March 31, 2025
### finland offers lessons on happiness to travelers **by britta lokting** **march 31, 2025, 5:02 a
Sweden's Complex Crisis: A Deep Dive into the Shift from Welcoming Refuge to Restrictive Fortress
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March 31, 2025
**sweden faces challenges as migration policies shift** *by lydia polgreen, opinion columnist* *march 28, 2025* in a notable transformation, sweden, once hailed as a beacon of hope for migrants, finds itself grappling with a significant change in its migration landscape
Saab Secures SEK 2.1 Billion Deal for RBS 70 NG Air Defence System with Latvia
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March 31, 2025
**saab secures order for rbs 70 ng air defence system from latvia** **linköping, sweden – march 31, 2025** – saab has announced that it has entered into a framework agreement with the latvian ministry of defence for the rbs 70 ng, a short-range ground-based air defence system
Shocking Resignation: Iceland's Education Minister Steps Down Over Controversial Relationship from 30 Years Ago
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March 31, 2025
# iceland's education minister resigns over past relationship controversy **by nick garcia** *published march 31, 2025* in a significant political development, iceland's minister of education and children's affairs, ásthildur lóa thórsdóttir, has resigned following the revelation of a past relationship with a teenager over three decades ago
Estonia Accuses Russia of Sabotaging Its International Reputation Amid Rising Tensions
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March 31, 2025
**estonia accuses russia of international discrediting efforts** *estonia's government highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions as it claims russia is undermining the country’s reputation in the international arena, particularly towards the united states
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