In recent years, Estonia has witnessed a profound transformation in its marriage landscape, marked by a significant shift towards later unions

# swedish culture: government initiative sparks debate **by imogen west-knights, reporting from stockholm** *may 26, 2025* what defines swedish culture? the question elicits various responses, from the music of abba to the films of ingmar bergman, as well as iconic figures like pippi longstocking and the ubiquitous influence of ikea

Baltic culture plays a vital role in New York City's rich tapestry of communities

In a decisive move to enhance national security, Estonia has officially received its first six High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) on April 30, 2025, at the Ämari Air Base

In a pivotal moment for European politics, Toomas Hendrik Ilves, the former president of Estonia, has joined Volt Europa, a progressive political movement dedicated to the establishment of a more integrated and federal Europe

Estonia's remarkable ascent to second place in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index exemplifies the country's unwavering commitment to independent journalism, solidifying its reputation as a beacon of free expression in a challenging global landscape

Estonia is taking significant strides to enhance its military readiness and crisis-response capabilities with a recent procurement of nearly 50 Turkish-made armoured vehicles

In the wake of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Estonia has emerged as a proactive player in the international response to Russian aggression

**debate surrounds definition of swedish culture amid government initiative** *by imogen west-knights, reporting from stockholm* in a move aimed at defining what constitutes swedish culture, the swedish government has launched an initiative called the culture canon

<p>The blossoming romance between Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman draws public interest

On May 8, 2025, an unusual situation unfolded in Tallinn's serene Nõmme district as a bear was spotted roaming through the area, prompting safety warnings for local residents

On May 14, 2025, Estonia is set to take a significant step in enhancing its national safety measures with the inaugural test of the EE-ALARM system

The Waterfowl People exhibition at York University represents a profound exploration into the rich cultural tapestry of the Finno-Ugric peoples, encapsulating the enduring spirit of traditions often overshadowed by modernization and geopolitical tensions

# finland advances to semi-finals, overcoming sweden in quarter-finals of iihf women’s world championship **ceske budejovice, 17 april 2025** — finland’s women's ice hockey team secured a spot in the semi-finals of the 2025 iihf women’s world championship with a tense 3-2 victory over sweden in the quarter-finals held in ceske budejovice

From secret glances in Nordic fishing villages to defiant dances on New York’s Christopher Street, the journeys of queer Scandinavians and Balts weave a century-long tapestry of exile, love, and liberation. Love Across Latitudes traces these migrations—through war, the AIDS crisis, and today’s Pride diplomacy—to reveal how Viking sailors, Baltic refugees, lesbian caregivers, and trans trailblazers reshaped both America’s queer capital and the homelands they left behind. Dive into an epic story of resilience that spans fjords, iron curtains, and rainbow-draped avenues.