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The Best Icelandic Poet in Seven Hundred Years Farmed in Alberta
A School Forbidden by Law to Give You a Grade
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PISA 2025: Estonia Held. The Rest of the North Did Not.
Baltic Stories
The Best Icelandic Poet in Seven Hundred Years Farmed in Alberta
The Man Who Argued Estonia Was Nordic Grew Up in New Jersey
PISA 2025: Estonia Held. The Rest of the North Did Not.
Latvia Votes on 3 October. Here Is What Is Actually at Stake.
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The Manifesto Turns Twenty-Two. Its Most Famous Restaurant Has No Stars.
The Anchor Problem: A Finnish Court Just Reopened the Baltic Cable Case
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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
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PISA 2025: Estonia Held. The Rest of the North Did Not.
Latvia Votes on 3 October. Here Is What Is Actually at Stake.
The Faroe Islands Sanctioned Two Russian Fishing Firms — and Signed the Deal Anyway
170 Years Without a Garrison: Åland in a NATO Baltic
Finland Closed Its Eastern Border. It Now Plans to Keep the Power to Do So Until 2028.
Nordic Stories
Celebrate a Nordic Christmas: Explore Gingerbread Wonderland and the Myth of Tomte in the Twin Cities!
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November 19, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, the Twin Cities are transforming into a haven for those who wish to embrace the cozy and whimsical traditions of a Nordic Christmas
United States, Canada, and Finland Join Forces: Groundbreaking Icebreaker Pact Enhances Arctic and Antarctic Security
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November 19, 2024
The United States, Canada, and Finland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that enhances cooperation on polar icebreaker design and construction
Nordic Nations Boost Crisis Preparedness Amid Ukraine-Russia War: Essential Guidelines for Citizens
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November 19, 2024
Amid rising tensions from the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war, Sweden, Finland, and Norway have taken significant steps to enhance crisis preparedness
Strengthening Arctic Security: Highlights from the 2023 Chiefs of Defense Meeting in Iceland
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November 19, 2024
The Arctic Chiefs of Defense meeting held in Keflavik, Iceland, marked a significant moment for U
Denmark Joins the Artemis Accords: A New Era of International Space Cooperation Begins!
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November 19, 2024
NASA recently welcomed Denmark as the 48th signatory of the Artemis Accords, marking a significant step in international space cooperation
Crisis Preparedness in Scandinavia: Sweden, Finland, and Norway Revamp Guidelines Amidst Ukraine-Russia Conflict
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November 19, 2024
Sweden, Finland, and Norway have revised their crisis preparedness guidelines in response to the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict
Embrace the Spirit of Giving: Your Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kindness and Connection
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November 19, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving becomes paramount, serving as a gentle reminder of our shared humanity
Nihon Hidankyo Wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize: A Landmark Victory for Nuclear Disarmament Advocacy
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November 19, 2024
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, an esteemed Japanese organization dedicated to promoting nuclear disarmament and advocating for peace
Norwegian State Budget 2025: A Vision for Growth, Security, and Economic Recovery
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November 19, 2024
In a pivotal moment for the Norwegian economy, Finance Minister Trygve Slagsvold Vedum has unveiled the state budget for 2025, showcasing a forward-looking vision amidst global uncertainties
Are Nordic Family Policies Failing to Close the Gender Wage Gap? Insights from Professor Trond Petersen
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November 19, 2024
In a compelling analysis of gender equality in the labor market, Professor Trond Petersen from the University of California, Berkeley, has sparked a vital discussion about the effectiveness of Nordic family policies in closing the gender wage gap
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