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Kim Yoon-ji, who won five medals at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics, received a reward of 500 million won and a medal made of 20 coins of pure gold.

Latvia's Eiduka finished fifth in the quarter-finals of the last cross-country skiing sprint of the season, failing to advance further.

Sara-Vide Ericson, a leading figure in Nordic painting renewal, is set to unveil her largest solo exhibition at Norrköping Art Museum on March 21.

The 2026 World Happiness Report ranks Finland as the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year, highlighting factors such as mutual trust and community culture in Nordic countries.

In 2026, Costa Rica made a remarkable leap to become the fourth happiest country in the world, as noted in the World Happiness Report, which traditionally has been dominated by Nordic nations.

Costa Rica and Mexico rank as the happiest countries in the Americas, with Costa Rica at fourth place globally, according to the 2026 World Happiness Report.

A new commission has been established by the Nordic governments to update the Helsinki Agreement, aiming to give Greenland, the Faroe Islands, and Åland Islands equal standing in political councils.

Nordic skiing star Johannes Kläbo will not participate in the men's sprint event at Lake Placid, USA, due to recent head trauma, although he will compete in two other races during the World Cup weekend.

According to philosopher Frank Martela, Finland's and other Nordic countries' success in happiness rankings is largely due to their emphasis on serving the needs of all citizens rather than a narrow elite.

Finland has once again been recognized as the happiest country in the world, with international media noting cultural aspects like kalsarikännit.

Snellman is planning to construct a new shipping and logistics center in Pietarsaari, supported by a €30 million loan from the Nordic Investment Bank.

Nordic countries top the world happiness ranking again, with Finland leading for the ninth consecutive year, while Argentina's position remains of interest.

Iceland has moved up one position to become the second happiest country in the world, with Finland topping the list for the ninth consecutive year.

Kouvola, Finland, seeks to establish itself as a key player in the data center industry by leveraging its historical ties to the forest industry to attract business.

The Estonian government has initiated a special planning process for the land portion of the Nordic-Baltic hydrogen corridor to explore the possibilities and conditions for pipeline construction in Estonia.

Lithuania is ranked 28th in the annual World Happiness Report, while Finland has been recognized as the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year.

In the annual report by the University of Oxford's Centre for Wellbeing Research, Lithuania is ranked 28th, while Finland maintains its status as the world's happiest country for the ninth consecutive year.

The 2026 World Happiness Report once again ranks Finland as the happiest country in the world, highlighting the factors contributing to their contentment and comparing it with Germany's rising happiness levels.

Finland retains its title as the world's happiest country according to the latest UN-sponsored World Happiness Report, marking its ninth consecutive year in the top spot.

Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for the ninth consecutive year according to the World Happiness Report.

The latest World Happiness Report shows Finland ranking as the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year, while Sweden drops to fifth place and the USA ranks 23rd.

Norway has improved its position to become the 6th happiest country in the world according to the annual World Happiness Report, yet it is still less happy than the other Nordic countries.

Norway ranks as the 6th happiest country in the world according to the latest UN happiness survey, although its happiness level falls short of other Nordic countries.

A commission has been established to explore how Greenland, the Faroe Islands, and Åland can participate equally with other parties in Nordic cooperation meetings.

The Social Democrats in Sweden, led by Magdalena Andersson, advocate for the establishment of a Swedish consulate in Greenland to strengthen relations amid current security concerns.

Norwegian Airlines has announced 120 additional flights in the Nordic region to accommodate increased demand during the Easter period, amid challenges faced by SAS due to high fuel prices.

Norwegian Air Shuttle is adding 120 extra flights in the Nordic region due to increased demand caused by SAS's extensive cancellations.

Norwegian Airlines is adding 120 extra flights across the Nordic region in response to increased demand following extensive cancellations by SAS.

Universal Music is launching a new One Nordic model that includes Estonia and the Baltic countries, aimed at enhancing collaboration and flexibility in the region's music market.

High fuel prices, exacerbated by the ongoing war in the Middle East, have led SAS to cancel over 100 domestic flights in Norway and other Nordic routes.

The Finnish Social Democratic Party (SDP) plans to oppose a government proposal aimed at eliminating all restrictions on nuclear weapons, citing concerns that it would detach Finland from Nordic frameworks.

A new commission has been established within the Nordic Council to ensure equal representation of the Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Åland.

Researchers from TalTech and Nordic colleagues discovered a new way to understand past climate patterns by studying insect remains preserved in lake sediments.

The Nordic Combined Awards celebrated Finland's dominance, awarding four out of five honors to Finnish athletes, including the top female athlete title to Minja Korhonen.

The chief of Nordic skiing expresses concern over the significantly low attendance at the Holmenkollen ski event, warning it might jeopardize future competitions.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's meeting with Nordic leaders in Norway highlighted the urgency of closer collaboration in light of geopolitical tensions and the strategic importance of the Arctic.

Canada and Nordic countries agree to enhance defense production and security cooperation to counter threats from Russia in the Arctic region.

Nordic countries and Canada are forming their own Arctic alliance, emphasizing their strength independent of the larger NATO framework.

The Nordic nations are developing a joint strategy to prioritize essential transportation routes during crises and wars, with Sweden playing a central role in logistics.

Kristjan Ilves finished the Nordic combined World Cup season in Oslo with an 11th place finish, reflecting a year of mostly mediocre results aside from a few successes.

Johannes Rydzek bids farewell to his skiing career after finishing eighth in his last race at the Nordic World Cup.

Finland's Minja Korhonen achieved a remarkable podium finish at the Nordic Combined World Cup in Oslo, narrowly missing first place after a thrilling finish.

The Nordic countries and Canada have reached an agreement to enhance defense cooperation, focusing on Arctic security and support for Ukraine.

Canada and Nordic countries are enhancing their collaboration in the military industry.

Canadian and Nordic leaders agreed to strengthen economic ties amidst growing concerns about the use of trade as a tool of coercion.

Nordic and Canadian leaders gathered in Oslo to discuss global challenges and affirm shared values amid recent international upheavals.

Estonian Nordic combined athlete Kristjan Ilves finished the season in 11th place at the World Cup final event in Oslo.

Kristjan Ilves ranks 13th after the jump round in the final World Cup stage in Oslo.

Iltalehti is tracking the performance of Finnish skier Minja Korhonen in the final rounds of the Nordic Combined World Cup.

Nordic nations and Canada have agreed to enhance their collaboration on Arctic cooperation to ensure safety, security, and the sovereignty of their citizens.