Northern Europe

Mercosur decision may be delayed until January, Thomas Byrne says The Irish Times10:41
Frontline states want EU cash as Russian threat intensifies Politico EU03:21
Can tech city Dublin become Europe’s AI Silicon Valley? Bisnow19:56
The silk gloves are off and Europe is in the splits High North News15:07
Europe is under attack from all sides. Scotland must be able to help defend it The National, Scotland07:55
How Denmark managed to overcome Orbán’s veto and what comes next for Ukraine on its path to EU European Pravda15:59
29% More flights: Inside United Airlines' growing European network at Chicago o'Hare Simple Flying20:39

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Szijjártó: the European political elite is clearly not interested in peace in Ukraine The Budapest Times06:18

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In the last 2 hours

Danish deeptech spinout fund PSV Hafnium closes first €60m fund Sifted05:14

Earlier today

Shelter for the unicorn celebrates the centenary of Latvian textile artist Georgs Barkāns ArtDaily00:46

EU parliament backs tougher farm safeguards in Mercosur deal The Cattle Site00:02

Yesterday

An Ancient Fingerprint Among Clues to a 2,000-year-old Invasion of Denmark Nautilus20:10 16-Dec-25

Oman Air Launches Singapore, Copenhagen, Baghdad Routes Airways News19:35 16-Dec-25

Eastern flank countries push to salvage EU’s anti-Russia defense projects Politico EU19:07 16-Dec-25

Defense of Europe's eastern flank an 'immediate' priority: eight EU leaders The Baltic Times18:12 16-Dec-25

Joint Committee on European Union Affairs to discuss the Young Voices Consultation Report and the EU Youth Dialogue Houses of the Oireachtas (Press Release)17:59 16-Dec-25

Cartoon Movie 2026 Projects Reveal Shifting Audiences And Creative Priorities In European Animation Cartoon Brew17:49 16-Dec-25

[Freightos Weekly Update] Asia - Europe rates staying elevated on some early pre-LNY start American Journal of Transportation17:45 16-Dec-25

Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd drop US East Coast city from trans-Atlantic services FreightWaves17:32 16-Dec-25

Prime Minister E. Siliņa: A United and Strong Eastern Flank Means a Safer Europe Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Latvia (Press Release)16:45 16-Dec-25

Finland and Lockheed Martin Celebrate Debut of Finland's First F-35A PR Newswire (Press Release)16:41 16-Dec-25

Eastern flank must be prioritised for EU defence funding, leaders say euronews16:09 16-Dec-25

PM Zhelyazkov Attends Eastern Flank Summit in Helsinki Bulgarian News Agency15:55 16-Dec-25

Sweden risks missing EU cardiovascular plan deadline [Advocacy Lab] EurActiv.com15:37 16-Dec-25

Parliamentary Secretary calls for agreement on financial support for Ukraine Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia (Press Release)15:01 16-Dec-25

Nokia receives €870 million loan from EIB for next-generation mobile research Helsinki Times14:27 16-Dec-25

EU's Eastern flank leaders gather for summit in Helsinki euronews14:20 16-Dec-25

Denmark Selects Lockheed Martin TPY-4 Radar to Strengthen NATO Deterrence and Regional Defense Lockheed Martin (Press Release)14:01 16-Dec-25

Strong Close for 2025 for the Loutraki Tourism Organization – Strategic Planning for 2026 Tornos News13:37 16-Dec-25

Russia-linked firm used Lithuanian papers to smuggle gas into Ukraine, probe says Euromaidan Press13:23 16-Dec-25

EU can prove Trump wrong on Europe by agreeing on Russian assets plan, Estonian PM says Politico EU13:20 16-Dec-25

Spied: Bentley's Baby SUV Shows Off With a Stunning Interior The State, South Carolina12:59 16-Dec-25

This European City Is the Capital of Christmas—What to See and Do Travel & Leisure Magazine12:14 16-Dec-25

VOO and SPY and Good, But DBEU Looks A Lot Better Right Now 24/7 Wall St.12:13 16-Dec-25

European Commission criticizes funding of Estonia's public broadcaster ERR12:01 16-Dec-25

European Commission criticizes funding for Estonia's public broadcaster ERR11:51 16-Dec-25

ECB finds risk model deficiencies at SEB, Swedbank in Baltics Investing.com11:45 16-Dec-25

Proposed fishing quota cuts shows EU Fisheries Council 'are shafting us' Irish Examiner11:20 16-Dec-25

Train des Merveilles: how to enjoy one of Europe’s most fabulous journeys Monaco Tribune11:20 16-Dec-25

Solo VC and Lovable investor Neil Murray raises third Nordic-focused fund Yahoo! US11:12 16-Dec-25

Mercosur decision may be delayed until January, Thomas Byrne says The Irish Times10:41 16-Dec-25

FM Szijjártó: The European political elite is clearly not interested in peace in Ukraine About Hungary (Press Release)09:56 16-Dec-25

EU members bordering Russia push for enhanced security at Helsinki meeting The Straits Times09:56 16-Dec-25

Lithuania weighs de-escalation after Belarus frees prisoners, pressure shifts to sanctions Lithuanian National Radio and Television09:02 16-Dec-25

France leads push to delay EU Mercosur deal over farm protection fears TRT World08:29 16-Dec-25

Lithuanian, European leaders call for multinational force in Ukraine Lithuanian National Radio and Television08:01 16-Dec-25

Estonia prepares to defend from “moment one” — and to win, not merely survive Defence2407:27 16-Dec-25

Qatar’s National Day reflects unity at home and mediation power abroad: Finnish envoy The Peninsula07:03 16-Dec-25

Why has Ireland abruptly decided the European Convention on Human Rights goes too far? The Irish Times06:11 16-Dec-25

PM Zhelyazkov to Attend First Eastern Flank Summit in Helsinki Bulgarian News Agency05:34 16-Dec-25

Frontline states want EU cash as Russian threat intensifies Politico EU03:21 16-Dec-25

Discogs' Year in Review Is a Snapshot of What Vinyl Buyers Were Into in 2025 Rolling Stone02:19 16-Dec-25

HSE fears extra-potent drugs entering growing Irish market ahead of Christmas Irish Examiner01:01 16-Dec-25

In the last 7 days

What imaginary threats can tell us about the strategic estrangement between Europe and America LSE23:14 15-Dec-25

Secretary of State Fuhr visits Norway and Germany to strengthen defence partnerships and advance industry engagement Government of Canada (Press Release)21:48 15-Dec-25

Percussionist Marilyn Mazur has Died, Aged 70 The Violin Channel19:58 15-Dec-25

Can Tech City Dublin Become Europe’s AI Silicon Valley? Bisnow19:56 15-Dec-25

GreenRoc Strategic gets GBP1 million grant from Danish government London South East19:42 15-Dec-25

Trump's 'aggression towards Europe' following Putin playbook, Irish MEP says BreakingNews.ie18:45 15-Dec-25

European shares end higher, with banks leading gains The Irish Times18:26 15-Dec-25

France and Italy want Mercosur trade deal vote delayed RTE18:01 15-Dec-25

Aer Lingus expands network with new Pittsburgh route and five European destinations for Summer 2026 Aviation2417:43 15-Dec-25

IFA president and 11-year-old son travelling to Brussels by tractor as part of protest The Irish Times17:33 15-Dec-25

France And Italy Want Mercosur Trade Deal Vote Delayed, Say Sources Checkout Magazine17:12 15-Dec-25

Danish intelligence names U.S. as potential security threat Freedom16:42 15-Dec-25

Cartoon Movie 2026 Selects Projects World Screen16:40 15-Dec-25

Estonian Prime Minister discusses strengthening the eastern flank of Europe in… Government of Estonia (Press Release)16:00 15-Dec-25

Plata arranges financing for up to US$500 million by Nomura, marking it as the largest funding… PR Newswire (Press Release)15:02 15-Dec-25

EU expands sanctions regime against Belarus, including its hybrid unfriendly actions against European neighbours European Pravda14:11 15-Dec-25

Ukraine peace talks resume in Berlin with US and EU officials Helsinki Times14:10 15-Dec-25

Olvi Group seals major Nordic expansion with acquisition Food and Drink Technology14:09 15-Dec-25

Prime Minister Michal: The next major goal of the Baltic States is efficient… Government of Estonia (Press Release)14:08 15-Dec-25

Göteborg’s TV Drama Vision celebrates 20 years of transformation, creativity and collaboration in European drama -… Cineuropa13:36 15-Dec-25

Hussar: Fruitful cooperation with Lithuania continues Parliament of Estonia (Press Release)13:21 15-Dec-25

What Were Discogs’ Most Collected Albums of 2025? Billboard13:21 15-Dec-25

ISO 27001 certification Professional Security Magazine Online12:38 15-Dec-25

First Fiction Series From Ruben Östlund’s Plattform Produktion and a Micro-Drama Make the Cut at Göteborg TV Series in… Variety12:34 15-Dec-25

German Investor Sicore acquires Finnish logistics hub at Helsinki Airport IPE Real Assets12:25 15-Dec-25

Svalbard—Europe’s Visa-Free Place To Live And Work In Norway Forbes11:57 15-Dec-25

Metsä Group Starts Up Its Major Investment In Mariestad - Scandinavian Tissue Supply Strengthens Pulp and Paper Online11:19 15-Dec-25

flydubai launches new route to Riga LARA11:06 15-Dec-25

EU leaders should set Ukraine accession date before 2030, says Lithuanian FM Lithuanian National Radio and Television10:41 15-Dec-25

‘Sundays,’ Director Alauda Ruiz de Azúa’s San Sebastián Best Film Winner, Closes Half the World With Early Sales for Le … Variety10:06 15-Dec-25

Gascade Gastransport Launchs Germany’s Longest Hydrogen Infrastructure Pipeline Hydrogen Fuel News09:34 15-Dec-25

Boston Irish Business Association opens European HQ in Kildare Business Plus Online09:16 15-Dec-25

The Parliamentary Secretary to attend EU General Affairs Council Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia (Press Release)08:31 15-Dec-25

Democracy on the ropes? Inside Story03:20 15-Dec-25

In November, Estonia remained in the global media spotlight thanks to the activities of the NB8 Propastop20:25 14-Dec-25

This is the momentum for Europe to act: seize Russian assets The Kyiv Independent19:00 14-Dec-25

Europe must not become an American vassal state Helsinki Times16:16 14-Dec-25

Portugal doubles knowledge intensive jobs The Portugal News13:31 14-Dec-25

How Russia's Hybrid Attacks Are NATO's Permanent Reality Miami Herald13:25 14-Dec-25

Europe’s NATO youth rethink patriotism as war returns to the continent Defence2411:49 14-Dec-25

Sweden looks to buy South Korean K9 howitzers Defence Blog09:49 14-Dec-25

New EU water innovation network to be based in Denmark University World News08:54 14-Dec-25

Monsters By Monsters: Now And Then South China Morning Post08:36 14-Dec-25

Drone sightings highlight worrying gaps in our national security The Irish Times07:14 14-Dec-25

European astronauts to sample Lithuanian space snacks made in Panevėžys Lithuanian National Radio and Television07:14 14-Dec-25

John J. Kennedy | Beyond American Dreams: Indians Doing A Rethink On... The Asian Age19:02 13-Dec-25

Latvia’s first Risk Management Association founded Public Broadcasting of Latvia16:53 13-Dec-25

RISC-V automotive platform targets real-time control with RT-Europa eeNews Analog13:54 13-Dec-25

From target to teacher, Ukraine’s energy sector is preparing Europe for drones The Kyiv Independent13:39 13-Dec-25

Azorus CRM opens Copenhagen office to deliver closer, more responsive support for Nordic and… PRWeb (Press Release)12:22 13-Dec-25

Europe is under attack from all sides. Scotland must be able to help defend it The National, Scotland07:55 13-Dec-25

Pakistan’s ties with Nordic states touch new low as Norway envoy served demarche The Economic Times02:53 13-Dec-25

Comparing Age Ratings and Pears » Netopia (Weblog)23:17 12-Dec-25

29% More Flights: Inside United Airlines' Growing European Network At Chicago O'Hare Simple Flying20:39 12-Dec-25

Spain urges EU to keep combustion-engine ban as rethink on the cards Macau Business19:26 12-Dec-25

Chinese Electric Buses Are Thriving in Europe – Despite Security and Forced Labor Concerns The Diplomat18:48 12-Dec-25

Stubb cancels US visit due to Ukraine situation Helsinki Times17:49 12-Dec-25

How AI Adoption Is Transforming Small Businesses in Northern Europe Helsinki Times16:41 12-Dec-25

Pay Attention, Little Known VGK Has Nearly Doubled VOO and SPYs Returns This Year 24/7 Wall St.16:28 12-Dec-25

INTERVIEW ⟩ Finnish President Alexander Stubb: We must understand that relations with the US are changing Postimees16:09 12-Dec-25

Ireland curbs on trade with Israeli settlements limited to goods The New Arab16:04 12-Dec-25

How Denmark managed to overcome Orbán’s veto and what comes next for Ukraine on its path to EU European Pravda15:59 12-Dec-25

NATO’s Eastern Flank Gets Industrial Boost with Local Leopard 2 Assembly Defense Security Monitor15:46 12-Dec-25

The Silk Gloves Are off and Europe Is in the Splits High North News15:07 12-Dec-25

Living At The Polar Circle Science 2.014:53 12-Dec-25

European NATO’s Warriors and Peaceniks CEPA14:42 12-Dec-25

The Riigikogu strongly supports developing crisis preparedness and civil protection in the European Union Parliament of Estonia (Press Release)14:38 12-Dec-25

14-Year-Old Pianist To Headline Athens Philharmonia Holiday Concert To Vima14:16 12-Dec-25

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Northern Europe is generally considered to be one of the wealthiest and most developed regions in the world, with high standards of living, advanced economies, and robust social welfare systems. The region is home to many multinational corporations and is known for its innovative technology and design.

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