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Norway’s Arctic Border: History and Modern Geopolitics
Nordic Countries (and Estonia) Lead the World in Clean Governance (2025 Rankings)
Iceland Becomes First Nordic Country to Boycott Eurovision 2026
Pamela Anderson’s Nordic Renaissance: Embracing Her Finnish Roots
Turning Data Centers Into City Heaters: Finland’s Answer to the Environmental Cost of the Cloud
EU Court’s Landmark Ruling: Same‑Sex Marriages Must Be Recognized Across the EU
Nordic Metro Marvels and Baltic Subway Dreams
Baltic Stories
Baltic States Embrace Nuclear Power for Energy Security and Climate Goals
EU Court’s Landmark Ruling: Same‑Sex Marriages Must Be Recognized Across the EU
Riga’s Rise and Retreat: The Baltic Metropolis That Might Have Been
Nordic Metro Marvels and Baltic Subway Dreams
Estonia’s Scientific Impact Soars to 3rd in the World – How a Small Nation Overtook Its Nordic Mentors
Estonian Relief Committee in Canada to Celebrate 75th Anniversary with Event in 2026
Manhattan Street to be Named After Legendary Estonian Diplomat Ernst Jaakson
Expert Panel
EU Court’s Landmark Ruling: Same‑Sex Marriages Must Be Recognized Across the EU
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
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From Zero to 13,000 Readers: The Northern Voices’ Unlikely First-Year Success Story
Estonian Festival Orchestra’s Triumphant Carnegie Hall Debut Honoring Arvo Pärt at 90
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
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Norway’s Arctic Border: History and Modern Geopolitics
Centuries ago, the far north of Scandinavia had no clear national boundaries. The region was sparsely populated by the Sámi people, who at times paid taxes to multiple kingdoms in overlapping “no man’s land” zones. As early as 1326, Norway and the Republic of Novgorod (medieval Russia) signed the Treaty of Novgorod to divide their spheres of influence in the Arctic, determining which Sámi communities would pay tribute to which realm.
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December 16, 2025
Norway Withdraws Controversial Language Requirement for International Researchers, Boosting Global Collaboration
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April 9, 2025
**norway to eliminate mandatory language training for international postdocs and phd students** **minister announces policy change following backlash from researchers** norway's government has announced plans to reverse a law that mandated norwegian language training for international phd students and postdoctoral researchers
Norway Bolsters Defence with K9 Thunder Howitzers for Finnmark Brigade
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April 9, 2025
**norway to enhance finnmark brigade with acquisition of k9 thunder howitzers** *april 7, 2025* *by atle staalesen* norway has announced plans to bolster its defense capabilities by acquiring 24 additional south korean-made k9 thunder self-propelled howitzers for its newly forming finnmark brigade
Navigating the New Travel Landscape: Stay Informed on US Entry Challenges Amid Heightened Scrutiny for Visa Holders
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April 9, 2025
### increased scrutiny at us borders creates travel uncertainty for visa holders the landscape of international travel to the united states has become increasingly fraught with challenges, particularly for visa and green card holders
Revolut Hit with Record €3.5 Million Fine by Lithuania for Money-Laundering Compliance Failures
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April 9, 2025
**lithuania imposes €3
Reviving a Legend: The Ambitious Project to Preserve Sweden's 17th Century Warship Vasa
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April 9, 2025
# major preservation project underway for sweden's 17th century warship vasa ## historic ship in need of urgent repairs a significant preservation project has commenced in stockholm aimed at safeguarding the vasa, a 17th-century warship that sank shortly after its launch
Dominasi Tiga Singa: Inggris Kalahkan Latvia 3-0 dan Puncaki Grup Kualifikasi Piala Dunia 2026
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April 9, 2025
# england triumphs over latvia with a 3-0 victory **london, march 25, 2025** — in a decisive display, england emerged victorious against latvia with a convincing 3-0 win in the uefa world cup 2026 qualifying match held at wembley stadium early on tuesday morning
Sheltering History: Sp(r)int Studio Revives Viking Ruins in Iceland with Elegant Polycarbonate Design
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April 9, 2025
# sp(r)int studio transforms viking ruins in iceland with innovative design **reykjavik, iceland** – architecture firm sp(r)int studio has successfully renovated and extended a timber structure that shelters viking-era archaeological ruins in iceland
Finland's New Minimum Income Requirement for Foreign Workers: What You Need to Know for 2025 Work Permits
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April 9, 2025
# finland raises minimum income requirement for work permit extensions **april 6, 2025** - in a significant change to its immigration policy, finland has raised the minimum income limit for work permit extensions for foreign workers
Strengthening Eastern Security: NATO Secretary General's Visit to Estonia's Multinational Battlegroup
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April 9, 2025
**nato secretary general visits multinational battlegroup in estonia** *tallinn, estonia – october 23, 2024* nato secretary general mark rutte visited estonia on october 22 and 23, 2024, where he met with high-ranking estonian officials and visited the troops stationed at the tapa base as part of nato's multinational battlegroup
Thrilling Showdown: Portugal vs Norway in the 3rd T20I – Match Preview and Live Coverage
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April 9, 2025
# match preview: portugal vs norway - 3rd t20i **date and venue** the third t20 international match between portugal and norway is set to take place on april 9, 2025
Unjustly Deported: The Troubling Case of a British Traveller Wrongly Sent Home by Norway's Flawed Passport Rules
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April 9, 2025
**norway wrongly deports british traveller due to misinterpretation of passport rules** *controversy arises over border check practices* in a troubling incident that highlights inconsistencies in border control practices, norway has mistakenly deported a british traveler due to incorrect interpretations of passport validity rules
Alo N. Molder’s Designs for the New York and Chicago Estonian Houses Unite a Diaspora
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April 8, 2025
Alo Neil Molder is an Estonian graphic designer recognized for modernizing and preserving the visual identity of key Estonian cultural institutions in the United States. Since the late 1990s, Molder has used his artistic expertise to support Estonian diaspora organizations, volunteering his design skills to centers like the NEW YORK ESTONIAN HOUSE and the CHICAGO ESTONIAN HOUSE.
Simona Smirnova: Fusing Jazz with Lithuanian Folk Traditions
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April 8, 2025
Simona Smirnova has carved a unique niche in New York’s music scene by blending Baltic folklore with boundary-pushing jazz. A Lithuanian-born vocalist, composer, and virtuoso kanklės player (the Lithuanian zither), Smirnova is celebrated as a global ambassador of her nation’s indigenous instrument.
8 Ways Creative Pros Are Leveraging AI to Grow Their Audience—and Keep Their Artistic Edge
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April 8, 2025
AI has the power to amplify your creative reach without diluting your unique style. In this expert roundup, eight thought leaders share practical strategies for using AI as a supportive tool rather than a crutch. Discover how to save time on mundane tasks, refine your messaging, and sharpen your artistic identity.
Aero Norway Achieves Prestigious AS9110 Certification: A Significant Triumph in Aerospace MRO Excellence
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April 8, 2025
**aero norway achieves as9110 certification, recognizing high standards in aerospace maintenance** *date: april 8, 2025* *written by eddie saunders* aero norway, a prominent facility specializing in the repair of cfm56 and leap engines, has announced a significant achievement by attaining as9110 certification
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