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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.

December 16, 2025

From Saaremaa to Roosevelt Island: Louis Kahn’s Estonian Roots and NYC Legacy

On a windswept Baltic island in 2022, locals gathered at a medieval castle to honor Louis Kahn – a native of Saaremaa, Estonia, who became one of the twentieth century’s most influential architects. It was at Kuressaare Castle, looming large in Kahn’s early childhood, that his imagination was sparked; fittingly, the final design of his life stands on another island half a world away, at New York’s Roosevelt Island.

Finnish Design Takes Flight: Eero Saarinen’s TWA Flight Center from Terminal to Hotel

Eero Saarinen’s TWA Flight Center soared from a Finnish-American vision to an enduring New York landmark. This piece shows how a modest Nordic community shaped a celebrated piece of design history and left a lasting mark on the city’s architecture.

Unlocking Workplace Happiness: Lessons from Finland's Innovative Work Culture

# workplace culture: a growing divide since covid-19 as the world moves further away from the lockdowns enforced during the covid-19 pandemic, discussions about workplace culture have intensified

Navigating Tensions: The Baltic States' Cultural Resilience Amidst Russian Threats

# baltic states strengthen defenses amid rising tensions with russia as geopolitical tensions escalate in eastern europe, the baltic states—lithuania, latvia, and estonia—are feeling increasingly threatened by their larger neighbor, russia

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Norway's National Team Faces Israel Amid Political Tensions: Players Share Mixed Views on Conflict and Football

**norwegian national team faces israel amid political tensions** as norway prepares to take on israel in a world cup qualifying match on tuesday, the shadow of rising political tensions and intense commentary about the conflict between israel and hamas looms large

Thrilling Stalemate: Lithuania and Finland Battle to 2-2 Draw in World Cup Qualifiers!

**lithuania and finland battle to 2-2 draw in world cup qualifiers** in an intense match held at the s

Alexander Isak Shines in Sweden's Dominant Victory Over Young Northern Ireland

# isak stars as sweden defeats northern ireland in friendly newcastle united forward alexander isak put on a standout performance as sweden claimed a decisive 5-1 victory over a youthful northern ireland in a friendly match held in stockholm

Harnessing Nature's Power: Iceland's Journey to a Sustainable Energy Future

# iceland's commitment to renewable energy: a model for sustainability iceland stands as a leader in clean energy, with almost 100 percent of its electricity generated from renewable sources

Estonia Ngừng Chấp Nhận Hộ Chiếu Không Sinh Trắc Học Của Nga: Nguy Cơ An Ninh Được Đặt Ra!

### estonia stops accepting non-biometric passports from russia **tallinn, estonia** — beginning march 31, 2024, estonia will no longer accept non-biometric passports issued by the russian federation

Finland Recognizes China as a Strategic Challenge: A New Defence Focus on the Indo-Pacific and Strengthening Ties with India

**finland identifies china as a strategic challenge in new defence report** *helsinki, finland – december 2024* finland, now a member of the north atlantic treaty organization (nato), has officially recognized china as a significant challenge in its latest defence report

Vytenis Jankūnas – Capturing Urban Life Through a Conceptual Lens

Vytenis Jankūnas transforms the bustle of city streets into thought-provoking art. Born in Lithuania and now based in New York, he is known for contemporary conceptual works that explore urban life, perception, and photography.

Kalevala the Musical: Finland’s Epic Reborn Through Song

A mystical forest, ancient legends, and a dash of Broadway showmanship – Kalevala the Musical is a theatrical experience like no other. This emerging production reimagines Finland’s national epic, the Kalevala, as a contemporary musical, complete with sweeping songs and fantastical storytelling.

Ida Metsberg: A Finnish Songwriter Weaving Stories with Song

With an acoustic guitar in hand and a story to tell, Ida Metsberg creates music that resonates with honesty and heart. This Finnish singer-songwriter, now based in New York, merges the confessional style of contemporary pop with the rich narratives of folk music.

Remembering the Silent Suffering: The 1949 Mass Deportation of Estonians to Siberia

On March 25, 1949, Estonia faced one of its darkest days as the Soviet regime ordered a mass deportation of around 20,000 Estonians to Siberia