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🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The Stunning Greenland in a New Book by Petr Koubský

A new book by Petr Koubský explores the Viking colonization of Greenland and its historical implications.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Narva Museum Holds Adventure Camp for Children

The Narva Museum is hosting a three-day adventure camp for children during the school holidays, featuring pirate games, Viking skills, and scout knowledge.

Feb 26 • 19:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Suspected gang rape on the cruise ship under prosecution consideration - three men are suspected of the crime

Three men are being prosecuted for a gang rape allegedly committed on a cruise ship returning from Sweden to Finland last year.

Feb 23 • 12:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Gang Rape on a Ship to Sweden – Police Reveals Disturbing Information

Finnish police report new details about a gang rape incident that allegedly occurred on a cruise ship to Sweden in October, leading to multiple arrests.

Feb 23 • 12:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Three men suspected of gang rape on the Viking Grace ship – one filmed the act

Three men have been charged with aggravated rape related to an incident that took place on the Viking Grace ferry last October.

Feb 23 • 12:30 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Viking Comet Extends Contract

Viking has extended the contract of central defender Henrik Falchener until the end of the 2029 season.

Feb 22 • 13:13 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Archaeologists unearth Viking-era 'execution pit' near university town, exposing brutal ancient violence

Archaeologists in the UK have discovered a Viking-era execution pit containing the remains of young men, potentially linked to conflicts during the 9th century.

Feb 21 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 'Mistakes' of Nolan's Odyssey: Spartan Helmets, Black Armor, and Viking Ships

Christopher Nolan's upcoming film is under scrutiny by historians for its unrealistic depictions of ancient Greece.

Feb 20 • 16:55 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

A 100-year-old composer asked Viking Heiðar to play at his birthday

A hundred-year-old composer has invited Viking Heiðar to perform at his birthday celebration.

Feb 19 • 16:54 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tallink had a tough year, with both profit and revenue declining

Tallink Group reported a difficult year, with a 20 million euro decline in consolidated revenue and a significant drop in profit due to challenging economic conditions in the Baltic region.

Feb 19 • 12:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sailing giants return: are these sails useful too?

Modern ships that capture solar energy and wind like Viking ships are making a comeback, raising questions about their efficiency compared to traditional steel cargo vessels.

Feb 16 • 15:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Archaeologist examines whether the mysterious mound in England hides the grave of Ivar the Boneless

An archaeologist proposes that a mound in Cumbria, England, may be the burial site of the Viking leader Ivar the Boneless, based on historical texts and terrain analysis.

Feb 16 • 05:36 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

A Brief History of Greenland: From Inuit and Vikings to Moravian Missionaries to Trump’s Threats

The article provides an overview of the unique and interrupted history of Greenland, which has experienced significant changes since World War II, drawing international attention in part due to recent remarks by the U.S. president.

Feb 15 • 17:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

When Heidenstam Wanted to Write a Swedish 'Prehistory' the Viking Fit Perfectly

The article discusses the ongoing conversation about Sweden's image, with input from contemporary playwrights reflecting on national identity as the election year of 2026 approaches.

Feb 13 • 21:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

1.5 billion euros in play. A former model claims to be Valentino's nephew and seeks his inheritance: heir or impostor?

Oscar Garavani, a former model known as the 'Viking of Rome,' claims to be the secret nephew of fashion icon Valentino Garavani and is seeking a share of his inheritance following Valentino's death.

Feb 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Archaeologist: the burial site of the famous 'boneless' Viking leader may be on the coast of England

A British archaeologist claims that a mound on the west coast of Cumbria, northern England, may be the long-sought burial site of Ivarr the Boneless, one of the most powerful Viking leaders who ruled the British Isles.

Feb 12 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Vorcaro sold part of the company that owns the private jet to a Reag fund amid PF's offensive on Master

Daniel Vorcaro sold a majority stake in Viking Participações, a holding known for owning jets including one intended for his escape, shortly before his arrest as investigations intensified.

Feb 8 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Soomets prepares for the Norwegian Premier League, plays against reigning champions for a half

Markus Soomets' club Kristiansund Start lost a pre-season friendly 0-4 against Stavanger Viking, the reigning Norwegian champions.

Feb 6 • 21:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Archaeologists uncover evidence of early brain surgery on 9th-century man

Archaeologists have discovered a Viking-age skull displaying evidence of early surgery, likely trepanation, performed on a man from the ninth century.

Feb 6 • 19:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Viking Grace's cause of gastroenteritis revealed to be bacteria

A gastroenteritis outbreak on the Viking Grace cruise ship has been linked to a foodborne bacteria after several passengers displayed symptoms.

Feb 6 • 16:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

All food on the Viking Grace will be destroyed – the shipping company urges passengers strongly

Viking Line has issued a strong warning to passengers of the Viking Grace cruise following a suspected food poisoning incident that affected several individuals on a journey from Turku to Stockholm.

Feb 6 • 13:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

All food products on the Viking Grace cruise are destroyed

Food products on the Viking Grace cruise are being destroyed due to suspected food poisoning linked to several passengers falling ill during the trip from Turku to Stockholm.

Feb 6 • 13:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Passengers experiencing diarrhea on Sweden cruise - Viking Line debunks social media claim: 'Easily contagious'

Viking Line has refuted claims from social media that almost twenty people fell ill with food poisoning on the Viking Grace cruise, which took place from January 21 to February 1.

Feb 5 • 18:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

"I think of you, I love you": Ancient stones revealed Viking love messages 1,000 years ago

Archaeological findings in Crete have uncovered ancient stones with love messages written by Vikings over a millennium ago.

Feb 5 • 13:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Cambridge University Archaeologists Discovered a Viking Era Mass Grave

A team of students and archaeologists from Cambridge University discovered a 9th-century mass grave during a training excavation in Wandlebury, a zone that served as a frontier between Saxon and Viking kingdoms.

Feb 4 • 21:40 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Did they have to concede to the Americans? What actually happened during the exercise that caused a stir

The Joint Viking military exercise faced scrutiny over allegations that Finnish troops had to concede to American forces, involving over 10,000 soldiers from nine nations, highlighting military cooperation in the strategically important Arctic region.

Feb 4 • 05:28 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Inter, ultras arrested who threw the firecracker at Audero: he is not the hospitalized man

A 19-year-old ultra from the Inter fan group Viking has been arrested for throwing a firecracker that injured the Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero during a match, distinct from another fan who is hospitalized after losing three fingers.

Feb 3 • 19:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Norwegian clubs turned down half a billion: – Lump in the stomach

Norwegian clubs rejected significant transfer offers totaling hundreds of millions from foreign clubs as they prepare for the upcoming season, highlighting tough decisions made by club executives like Viking's Erik Nevland.

Feb 3 • 18:18 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Firecracker against Audero, Inter fan arrested: he is an ultra of the Viking group

A 19-year-old Inter fan from Milan was arrested for throwing a firecracker that injured Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero, and is associated with the Viking supporter group.

Feb 3 • 17:58 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Cate Blanchett stars in the sequel to the live-action remake that earned $636 million

Cate Blanchett will reprise her role as the Viking warrior Valka in the live-action sequel to 'How to Train Your Dragon 2', returning to the Universal franchise.

Jan 16 • 17:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Cate Blanchett will star in the sequel to the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon

Cate Blanchett returns as the Viking warrior Valka in the live-action sequel to the successful film How to Train Your Dragon, which earned $636 million.

Jan 16 • 17:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

SCANDI: The exhibition of the most prominent Scandinavian films will be opened by The Last Viking with Mads Mikkelsen

The SCANDI film selection this year features emotionally strong narratives and memorable heroes, starting with The Last Viking, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival.

Jan 10 • 05:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Agnieszka Łopatowska: Paris is always a good idea - and a challenge

The article explores the ancient history of Paris, tracing its origins from the Celtic tribe of the Parisii through Roman conquest and Viking attempts at invasion, while questioning if remnants of these early historical events can still be found in the city today.

Jan 8 • 20:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Vikings Plundered Everything, The King Wanted to Destroy Them. The Battle Was Fierce

The Battle of Reading, fought on January 4, 871, was crucial in the struggle between the Anglo-Saxon Kingdom of Wessex and the invading Viking forces, marking a significant moment during the Viking incursions in England.

Jan 4 • 07:15 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Sudanese migrants share hopes for 2026 aboard Ocean Viking

After fleeing war-torn Sudan, a group of migrants reflects on their hopes for peace and safety while aboard the humanitarian ship Ocean Viking during New Year’s celebrations.

Jan 2 • 20:55 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Survivors rescued by SOS Méditerranée mark New Year with hot meal

Survivors rescued by SOS Méditerranée celebrated the New Year with a hot meal as the organization resumed its operations with the Ocean Viking after extensive repairs and training upgrades.

Jan 2 • 09:34 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Lottery winner in Iceland won 642 million in Viking Lotto

A single lottery ticket purchased online in Iceland won the jackpot of 642 million ISK in the Viking Lotto, making the ticket holder significantly richer.

Jan 1 • 06:55 UTC

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