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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
Finland's Alexander Stubb Tees Off with Trump: A Golf Outing with Global Implications on Ukraine Policy
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March 30, 2025
**finnish president alexander stubb meets donald trump to discuss ukraine and u
Norway's Shift: The End of the Hydrogen Dream in Industrial Energy Policy
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March 30, 2025
# norway's new industrial policy moves away from hydrogen energy **march 29, 2025 – michael barnard** norway, once seen as a potential leader in hydrogen energy, is revamping its industrial strategy and distancing itself from hydrogen as a primary energy source
Shocking Report: India Ranked Third Most Dangerous Country for Drivers While Norway Tops Safety Charts
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March 30, 2025
**india ranked third most dangerous country for drivers, norway remains the safest** **johannesburg, march 29, 2025** – a recent report released by zutobi
Kim Emmen's Star Showjumper Island V G Transitions to Norway: A New Chapter for Equestrian Excellence
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March 29, 2025
### kim emmen's island v g sold to norway #### transition to new rider kim emmen, a prominent figure in the showjumping community, has officially sold one of her top horses, island v g, to norwegian rider geir gulliksen
An Open Call for Transparency: Finnish Researchers Respond to JUFO's Downgrade of Frontiers Journals
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March 29, 2025
# researchers express concerns in open letter to finnish science minister regarding jufo decision ## open letter details concerns an open letter addressed to sari multala, finland's minister of science and culture, and the steering group of the journal evaluation framework (jufo) was published today, voicing significant concerns regarding jufo's recent decision to downgrade the evaluation of frontiers journals
From Thailand to Tallinn: Narong Lasuai's Journey of Cultural Embrace and Culinary Joy
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March 29, 2025
# embracing estonia: chef narong lasuai shares his journey **by rene satsi march 26, 2025** in a fascinating exploration of cultural integration, thai chef narong lasuai, known affectionately as 'new' by friends, has made estonia his home, infusing the local culinary scene with the vibrant flavors of thailand
Kyle Alessandro Strikes a Chord: Discover the Acoustic Version of 'Lighter' Ahead of Eurovision 2025!
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March 29, 2025
**kyle alessandro releases acoustic version of “lighter” ahead of eurovision 2025** *norway's eurovision representative aims to engage fans as he tours europe* **march 29, 2025** – kyle alessandro, the artist representing norway in the upcoming eurovision song contest, has just launched an acoustic version of his song “lighter
Denmark's Foreign Minister Responds to JD Vance's Controversial Comments on Greenland's Investment Needs
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March 29, 2025
### denmark critiques us vice president jd vance over greenland comments **copenhagen -** denmark's foreign minister lars lokke rasmussen expressed strong disapproval of the comments made by us vice president jd vance regarding denmark's involvement in greenland
Ongoing Recovery Operations for Missing Soldiers: U.S. Army and Lithuanian Forces Unite in Search Efforts
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March 29, 2025
# recovery efforts continue for missing soldiers in lithuania **wiesbaden, germany – march 27, 2025** – recovery efforts are ongoing as u
Sweden's Bold Military Expansion: $30 Billion Investment to Modernize Defense Amid Renewed Global Tensions
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March 29, 2025
**sweden announces major military expansion amid rising tensions** *stockholm, march 29, 2025* – sweden's prime minister ulf kristersson revealed plans for a significant increase in defense spending on friday, signaling the largest military expansion in the country since the cold war
Dominasi Inggris: The Three Lions Raih Kemenangan Gemilang 3-0 atas Latvia di Kualifikasi Piala Dunia 2026
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March 29, 2025
# england triumphs over latvia 3-0 in world cup qualifier **london, march 25, 2025** – the england national football team, known as the three lions, secured a convincing 3-0 victory against latvia during the uefa euro 2026 qualifiers at wembley stadium
Three Generations Celebrate Mother's Day Together at Iceland: A Heartwarming Tale of Family, Work, and Love
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March 29, 2025
**three generations celebrate mother's day working together at iceland** *flintshire, north wales* - this mother’s day, a unique family celebration is taking place at iceland food's headquarters where three generations of women are commemorating the occasion with pride in their shared workplace
Finland Simplifies Residency: Automated Extensions for Researchers Now Live!
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March 29, 2025
# finland automates residence permit extension process for researchers **by arbërie shabani** **march 26, 2025** in a significant move to support the research community, the finnish immigration services has announced the implementation of an automated system for extending residence permits for researchers
Heightened Concerns in Estonia as UK Cuts Troop Presence Amid Rising Tensions with Russia
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March 29, 2025
**estonia raises concerns over reduced uk troop numbers amid nato commitments** *march 26, 2025* *by larisa brown, defence editor* estonia is voicing significant concerns regarding the united kingdom’s recent reduction of military personnel stationed in the country
Norway's Unwavering Support for Ukraine: A Commitment to Victory Amidst Conflict
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March 29, 2025
**norwegian foreign minister visits kyiv to reaffirm support for ukraine** *norway strengthens commitment amid ongoing conflict* kyiv, ukraine — norwegian foreign minister espen barth eide emphasized his country’s unwavering support for ukraine during his recent visit to the ukrainian capital
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