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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
Strengthening Ties: Việt Nam and Finland Enhance Partnership for Sustainable Development
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March 28, 2025
# việt nam seeks stronger cooperation with finland **helsinki, november 29, 2024** – việt nam's deputy prime minister trần hồng hà has traveled to finland to enhance bilateral relations and seek greater cooperation in various sectors
Enjoy Spring-like Warmth This Weekend in Latvia – Temperatures Soaring Up to +17°C!
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March 28, 2025
**spring-like warmth expected in latvia over the weekend** **rīga, latvia – march 28, 2025:** residents of latvia can look forward to a weekend of unusually warm weather, with temperatures expected to reach as high as +17°c in some areas
Crackdown on Nigerian Human Trafficking: Six Arrested in Major Vice Probe Across Italy and Iceland
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March 28, 2025
**title: six nigerians arrested in human trafficking probe across rome, brescia, and iceland** **date: march 22, 2025** **location: rome, italy** in a significant law enforcement operation, six nigerians were arrested on friday in rome, brescia, and iceland as part of an investigation into suspected human trafficking and the exploitation of prostitution
Estonia's Controversial Vote: New Bill Restricts Russian Minority's Voting Rights Amid Rising Tensions with Moscow
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March 28, 2025
### estonian mps vote to restrict voting rights for russian minority **tallinn, estonia** — on march 26, 2025, estonian lawmakers passed a significant amendment aimed at restricting voting rights for the country's large russian minority and other non-european union residents in local elections
Korea and Norway Join Forces to Investigate Irregularities in Overseas Adoptions
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March 28, 2025
**south korea and norway team up on adoption inquiry** **seoul, south korea** — south korea and norway have announced a collaborative effort to investigate irregularities related to intercountry adoptions
Unmasking Fraud: Norway Charges Four in Major Fake Insurance Scandal Exposing Maritime Risks
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March 28, 2025
**norway charges four individuals in fraudulent insurance scheme** *march 26, 2025* *by sam chambers* norwegian authorities have taken significant action against an alleged fraudulent insurance operation known as ro marine, charging four individuals for their involvement in the issuance of forged insurance documents
Norway Suspends Embassy Operations in South Sudan Amid Escalating Security Concerns
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March 28, 2025
**norway temporarily closes south sudan embassy due to security concerns** *by reuters* **copenhagen, march 26, 2025** - norway has announced the temporary closure of its embassy in south sudan's capital, juba, due to a worsening security situation in the area
EU, Sweden, and Germany Unite to Boost Ukrainian Civil Society with €44 Million Support Package
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March 28, 2025
# eu, sweden, and germany allocate €44m to support civil society in ukraine **date: january 2, 2024** in a significant commitment to ukraine, the european union (eu), alongside its member states sweden and germany, has announced an allocation of €44 million aimed at bolstering civil society organizations (csos) within the country
Urgent Search Underway: Four US Soldiers Go Missing During Lithuanian Military Exercise
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March 28, 2025
### four us soldiers missing during training exercise in lithuania **pabradė, lithuania** – four american soldiers are currently unaccounted for following a military training exercise in eastern lithuania
Denmark Applauds US Decision to Scale Back Controversial Greenland Visit Amid Diplomatic Tensions
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March 28, 2025
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Islanda Svela un Innovativo Studio sui Sopravvissuti al Cancro: Un Nuovo Sguardo alla Vita Dopo la Malattia
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March 28, 2025
# iceland launches major study on life after cancer **by ragnar tomas** **march 26, 2025** the icelandic cancer society has announced the launch of a groundbreaking study focusing on the quality of life for cancer survivors
Egg Supply Crisis: How Turkey and South Korea Are Stepping Up to Feed America Amidst Skyrocketing Prices
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March 28, 2025
### egg prices surge amid avian flu crisis: new export agreements offer relief as the avian flu crisis continues to impact poultry production in the united states, egg prices have experienced dramatic increases
Victory for Religious Freedom: Norwegian Court Overturns Unconstitutional Decision Against Jehovah's Witnesses
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March 28, 2025
# court of appeal unanimously overturns unconstitutional ruling in norway **march 27, 2025 – oslo, norway** the borgarting court of appeal has made a significant ruling in favor of jehovah's witnesses in norway, reversing a previous judgment by the oslo district court
Latvia Unveils Stricter Entry Rules for Non-EU Nationals: Enhanced Security Measures Targeting Russian and Belarusian Travelers
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March 28, 2025
**latvia to implement stricter entry rules for third-country nationals without visa or residence permit** *by bleona restelica* *march 27, 2025* in a significant move aimed at enhancing national security and border protection, latvia announced plans to tighten entry requirements for third-country nationals who do not possess a visa or residence permit issued by latvian authorities
Moldova vs Estonia: Prediksi Pertandingan dan Keunggulan Revenco dkk
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March 28, 2025
**moldova vs estonia: predicting the outcome in upcoming match** moldova will face estonia in an upcoming international match, and the general consensus indicates that the home team, led by coach serghei revenco, is favored to win
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