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Finland Brewery Launches NATO-themed Beer With ‘Taste of Security'
A small brewery in Finland has launched a NATO-themed beer to mark the Nordic country’s bid to join the Western military alliance. Olaf Brewing’s OTAN lager features a blue label with a cartoon version of a beer-drinking medieval knight in metal armor emblazoned with NATO’s compass symbol. The beer’s name is a play on the Finnish expression “Otan olutta,” which...
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NATO Talks With Finland, Sweden Falter But Will Continue
NATO diplomats say national envoys have failed to reach a consensus about whether to start membership talks with Finland and Sweden. Wednesday’s development comes just as Turkey renewed its objections to the two Nordic countries joining. The envoys met at NATO headquarters after Finland and Sweden’s ambassadors submitted written applications to join the military organization. The diplomats, who did not...
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Sweden, Finland Push Ahead With NATO Bids as Turkey Objects
Sweden and Finland have pushed ahead with their bids to join NATO even as Turkey insists it won’t let the previously nonaligned Nordic countries into the alliance because of their alleged support for Kurdish militants. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s strongly worded objections caught the two applicants and other NATO members off guard, complicating what was envisioned to be a...
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‘A New Era Begins,' Leaders Say, as Finland Announces Intention to Join NATO
NATO Deputy-Secretary General Mircea Geoana told reporters that “with the bravery of the Ukrainian people and army, and with our help, Ukraine can win this war.”
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Finland and Sweden Now Want to Join NATO. Here's Why That's a Big Deal
Finland and Sweden have traditionally preferred to be militarily “nonaligned.” But Russia’s war in Ukraine has shaken their security notions to the core.
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Finland Leaders in Favor of Joining NATO
Finland’s leaders said they are in favor of rapidly applying for NATO membership, paving the way for a historic expansion of the alliance.
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Finland Announces Intention to Join NATO ‘Without Delay' Despite Russia's Threats
Finland’s leaders say they’re in favor of rapidly applying for NATO membership.
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Crucial NATO Decisions Expected in Finland, Sweden This Week
To join or not to join? The NATO question is coming to a head this week for the two Nordic countries.
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Some Passports Are Better Than Others. Here's a List of the Most Powerful Ones
Luxembourg, one of the smallest countries in Europe, tops a new passport index that analyzes factors that affect global citizens.
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The U.S. Moved Up in This Year's World Happiness Ranking — Here's Where It Ranks Now
The researchers behind the the 10th annual World Happiness Report say average life evaluations have remained “remarkably resilient during Covid-19.” Here’s what that means.
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This Country Has Been Named the World's Happiest for the Fifth Year in a Row
Finland has been named the world’s happiest country for the fifth year in a row, according to an annual report.
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Op-Ed: What Two Young Afghan Women — Our Former Interns — Taught Us About Helping Refugees
Lessons from our former interns suggest anyone — with or without a connection to Afghanistan or Ukraine — can help those who have moved on beyond refugee camps.
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Relive the Best Ice Hockey Moments of the 2022 Winter Olympics
With a number of “firsts” taking place at the 2022 Winter Olympics, here are some of the best ice hockey moments from Beijing.
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Anni Keisala's Shutout Helps Finland to Bronze in Women's Ice Hockey
Anni Keisala and Finland blanked Switzerland 4-0 in the women’s ice hockey bronze medal game at the 2022 Winter Olympics.
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Finland Women's Hockey Takes Bronze in Shutout Against Switzerland
In a 4-0 win, Team Finland secured their fourth bronze medal in women’s hockey at the Olympics.
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US Women's Face Finland in Women's Hockey Semifinal
Team USA women’s hockey will take on Finland in the semifinals.
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U.S. Women's Hockey Beats Finland 5-2 In Olympic Opener
Team USA has a record of 9-0 against Finland in women’s ice hockey at the Olympics.
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Brianna Decker Injured in Women's Ice Hockey Opener
In the first period of the United States’ preliminary round matchup, Team USA’s assistant captain was stretchered off the ice.
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Tesla Rival Lucid Plans to Launch in Europe This Year
Lucid has announced that it plans to start expanding into European markets this year as demand for electric vehicles soars.
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Nordic Countries Are Restricting the Use of Moderna's Covid Vaccine. Here's Why
Finland and Sweden are limiting the use of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine in young people over concerns around rare cardiovascular side effects.