The crazy world of Finnish sport
Finns are generally considered rather conservative, but there’s no disputing that they are the world’s reining champions of bizarre sporting events. D...
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Budget airlines fleeing Denmark
Now that Copenhagen Airport has officially scrapped a proposal to construct a new low-cost terminal for budget carriers, and Ryanair has greatly reduc...
Reykjavik International Film Festival, and other autumn treats
The Icelandic capital, Reykjavik has been constantly gaining popularity as a destination for years; and one of the most enduring reasons has been the ...
Denmark tied up by wireless plan
Almost half of Denmark’s 98 local councils have begun plans to establish free wireless Internet networks in their public areas. But this progressive p...
More gambling may be coming to Sweden
The Swedish government is considering opening its doors to foreign gaming companies, The Local reports. It will be a tricky proposition, however, as t...
XL liquidation causing headaches in Iceland
XL Leisure group, the third largest tour operator in the UK, has collapsed and the ripple effect is spreading quickly, leaving the owners of West Ham ...
Students in Norway cheating financial aid system
Evidence has come to light that some Norwegian university students are cheating the system. It would appear that the students are collecting student a...
Iceland Express crew flies with singer Bruce Dickinson to save stranded XL passengers
“I am going to take my 12 hours, then we are heading back” said Iron Maiden singer / airline captain Bruce Dickinson to the BBC this morni...