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Nordic Stories
Sauna's Biggest Gathering Just Happened in Oslo. Here's Why It Matters for North America.
91,789 Swedes Voted From Abroad, a Record. The Roll They Voted From Drops People on a Ten-Year Timer.
The Census Added the Word "Norwegian" to the Form in 2000. Norwegian Ancestry Rose by 608,330.
She Rebuilt the Ryijy Out of Ceramic. It's on Broadway Until 31 October.
Fifty-Four Works, Twenty-Four Artists, and a Quiet Argument About What Folk Art Is
One Lawyer in Atlanta Is the Consular Presence of Two Kingdoms
Fifty Thousand People Came to Rebild in 1948. About a Thousand Came This Year.
Baltic Stories
Estonia Recruited 13,828 Foreigners Last Year. It Helped 58 Estonians Come Home.
A Biennale Asking “How Much Does It Cost?” Is Being Held Inside Estonia's Most Expensive Unanswered Question
$2,000, Ages 18 to 35, Deadline 1 December: The Estonian Young Artist Grant Is Open Again
One Lawyer in Atlanta Is the Consular Presence of Two Kingdoms
Fifty Thousand People Came to Rebild in 1948. About a Thousand Came This Year.
Denmark's Door Closed on 30 June. Norway's Has No Deadline at All.
The Best Icelandic Poet in Seven Hundred Years Farmed in Alberta
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The Superfan Economy Is Rewriting the Rules of Fame
The Design System Paradox: When Consistency Becomes Your Strategic Constraint
Why Being the "Imperfect" Creative Might Be Your Biggest Business Advantage
The Three-Person Studio: What European Startups Are Teaching Creative Teams About Working Smaller
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
Featured
A Biennale Asking “How Much Does It Cost?” Is Being Held Inside Estonia's Most Expensive Unanswered Question
$2,000, Ages 18 to 35, Deadline 1 December: The Estonian Young Artist Grant Is Open Again
Fifty-Four Works, Twenty-Four Artists, and a Quiet Argument About What Folk Art Is
One Lawyer in Atlanta Is the Consular Presence of Two Kingdoms
Denmark's Door Closed on 30 June. Norway's Has No Deadline at All.
Baltic Stories
Valev Laube: Bridging Estonian Heritage and New York Innovation, A Creative Director Joins Nordic Artists of New York as Marketing Director
Published on
February 24, 2025
Valev Laube is a visionary force at the intersection of technology, branding, and the arts. The Estonian-born, New York-based entrepreneur, producer, and creative director brings a holistic approach to brand building, drawing on his deep cultural roots and a passion for connecting people through meaningful design.
The Liderway: Elke-Liisa Lõhmus’s Blueprint to Music, Culture, and Community
Published on
February 5, 2025
From Estonian rap pioneer to New York cultural curator, Elke-Liisa Lõhmus is building bridges between Baltic roots and global beats.
Valev Laube Unveils Long-Awaited Masterpiece "Liminal" — A New Year’s Musical Gift
Published on
December 31, 2024
Valev Laube’s debut album Liminal is now available, marking the start of 2025 with a deeply personal and transformative musical journey. Featuring 18 tracks blending contemporary folk with Estonian heritage, Liminal reflects 15 years of artistic growth. Now streaming on SoundCloud, the album has been praised for its emotional depth and innovative storytelling.
Estonian Dancer Diina Tamm Joins Bronx Zoo’s Thanksgiving Parade Debut During Idina Menzel’s Performance
Published on
November 28, 2024
Diina Tamm, an Estonian performer based in New York, dazzles on the Bronx Zoo’s debut Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade float alongside Broadway icon Idina Menzel.
Von Fock: The Largest Estonian-Latvian-Italian TV Co-Production Premieres at Black Nights Film Festival
Published on
November 26, 2024
Groundbreaking period crime drama Von Fock debuts as Estonia’s highest-budget TV series, bringing Baltic history and intrigue to international audiences.
Remembering Heino Rannap: The Pioneer of Music Education in Estonia
Published on
November 26, 2024
Heino Rannap was a trailblazer in music education in Estonia, making significant contributions that shaped the field for generations to come
Inclusivity Concert Elukoor Celebrates Diversity with Mari Kalkun and Haldi
Published on
November 26, 2024
Estonia's only fully accessible cultural event returns on December 3, uniting audiences of all abilities through music and empathy.
Tommy Cash Releases Retro-Inspired EP High Fashion
Published on
November 26, 2024
Estonian avant-garde artist Tommy Cash returns with a nostalgic journey and a star-studded lineup of collaborators.
Producer 372Kaspar Drops Star-Studded Debut Album Hasart
Published on
November 26, 2024
Featuring 16 Estonian artists, Hasart showcases a deep passion for music and a dream realized.
Rapper Säm Releases Deeply Personal Second Album, Südamelt ära
Published on
November 26, 2024
Estonian artist Säm pours his heart into 15 tracks, blending raw emotion and refined production.
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