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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
Lewandowski Leads Poland into World Cup Qualifiers: Piątek Starts on Bench for Critical Clash Against Lithuania
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March 23, 2025
# poland prepares for world cup qualifier against lithuania: piątek starts on the bench the polish national football team is gearing up for a pivotal match against lithuania as part of the 2026 world cup qualifiers
Sweden’s JAS 39 Gripen Dominates in Air Combat: A Game Changer Against China’s J-11 Fighters
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March 23, 2025
**saab’s jas 39 gripen fighter jet outshines chinese j-11 in aerial exercises** sweden's jas 39 gripen fighter jet has demonstrated exceptional performance in recent combat exercises, particularly standing out against chinese j-11 fighters during the joint “falcon strike” exercise conducted with the royal thai air force
Iceland's Education Minister Resigns Amid Controversy Over Adolescent Relationship
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March 23, 2025
### iceland’s education minister resigns amid controversy over past relationship **reykjavik, iceland** - ásthildur lóa thórsdóttir, iceland’s minister for children and education, has announced her resignation after revelations regarding a relationship she had as a young woman
Thomas Tuchel Prepares for England's World Cup Campaign: A Strategy for Rotation and Maximizing Player Potential Against Latvia
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March 23, 2025
### thomas tuchel set for player rotation ahead of england's match against latvia as the new england manager, thomas tuchel is preparing to rotate his squad for the upcoming match against latvia, scheduled for monday at wembley stadium
Learning from Finland: Lithuania's Pursuit of Robust National Defence Strategies amidst Rising Threats
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March 23, 2025
**lithuanian defense minister highlights finland's total defense concept** upon returning from a significant official visit to finland, lithuanian minister of national defence dovilė šakalienė shed light on finland's thorough preparations aimed at safeguarding against potential high-intensity invasions
Hydro's Historic Investment: New Wire Rod Casthouse to Power Europe's Energy Transition
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March 23, 2025
# norsk hydro to build new wire rod casthouse in karmøy, norway **karmøy, norway** – norsk hydro asa, a leading aluminum and energy company based in oslo, has announced plans to construct a new wire rod casthouse at its aluminum smelter located in karmøy, norway
Navigating the Ukraine Crisis: Norway's Eide Urges Caution in U.S. Concessions to Russia Amid Ongoing Negotiations
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March 23, 2025
**trump should avoid premature concessions in ukraine negotiations, says norwegian foreign minister** **delhi, india –** norwegian foreign minister espen barth eide has urged u
Strengthening Alliances: Zelensky's Diplomatic Mission to Norway Amid Ongoing Support for Ukraine
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March 23, 2025
**zelensky meets norwegian prime minister to discuss support for ukraine** **oslo, norway - march 20, 2025** ukrainian president volodymyr zelensky arrived in oslo on march 20 for a meeting with norwegian prime minister jonas gahr stoere
Poland’s Narrow Win Over Lithuania Sparks Concerns Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
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March 23, 2025
# poland national football team wins world cup qualifier despite underwhelming performance the poland national football team began its journey in the world cup 2026 qualifiers with a narrow 1-0 victory over lithuania on march 21, 2025, at pge narodowy in warsaw
Ronaldo Calls on Fans' Support as Portugal Aims to Overturn Deficit Against Denmark in Nations League Clash
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March 23, 2025
**ronaldo calls for unity as portugal faces denmark in nations league quarter-final** captain cristiano ronaldo has acknowledged the mounting pressure on the portugal national team as they prepare for a crucial second leg against denmark in the nations league quarter-finals
Road to Qatar 2022: Highlights and Key Qualifiers from UEFA World Cup Campaign
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March 23, 2025
# uefa world cup qualifiers: key highlights the uefa world cup qualifiers have seen several teams secure their spots for the upcoming qatar 2022 world cup
Sweden's PM Advocates for Stronger European Defense Industry Amid U.S. Dependency Concerns
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March 23, 2025
**swedish prime minister addresses defense procurement and security dependence on the u
Iceland's Education Minister Resigns Amid Controversial Past Relationship with Underage Mentee
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March 23, 2025
**iceland’s minister of education resigns amid controversy over past relationship** **reykjavik, iceland** – asthildur loa thorsdottir, iceland’s minister of education and children’s affairs, has resigned from her position following revelations of a past relationship with a minor she mentored nearly three decades ago
Embracing Spring: Festivities and Traditions at the Latvian Ethnographic Museum's Equinox Celebration
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March 23, 2025
**celebrations mark spring equinox at latvian ethnographic museum** *riga, latvia – march 22, 2025* the arrival of spring was joyfully celebrated at the latvian ethnographic museum in riga on march 22, 2025
Chasing the Northern Lights: Discover Lapland's Magic with Euromaxx
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March 23, 2025
## discovering the wonders of lapland: a journey under the northern lights **march 22, 2025** – in an engaging feature, euromaxx reporter gönna ketels takes viewers on an adventure to lapland, a region famous for its stunning natural beauty and the mesmerizing aurora borealis
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