Ericsson to lay off 5,000 despite posting profit
Despite the fact that it posted a surprisingly strong profit in the fourth quarter of 2008, Sweden’s telecom company Ericsson announced it was plannin...
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Norway joins new green energy body
The Norwegian government has decided to join the newest global body dedicated to promoting renewable energy. The International Renewable Energy Agency...
Finn named top female ice skater
Finnish ice skater Laura Lepisto fought off favourite Carolina Kostner to become the first Finnish woman to win a women’s title at the European Figure...
Finland’s GDP to shrink two percent this year
The Finnish ministry of finance stated on its website that it expects the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) to drop by more than two percent in 20...
Finland gets record visa applications in 2008
Last year marked a milestone for Finland as the Nordic nation’s embassies around the globe processed a record number of visa applications during the y...
Norway holds Arctic summit
The University of Tromso in northern Norway is hosting the 3rd annual Arctic Frontiers conference, which is designed to discuss changes in the Arctic ...
Danish freighter pays ransom to Somali pirates
After being held captive by Somali pirates in the Gulf of Aden for 68 days, the Danish freighter CEC Future and its entire crew have been safely relea...
Swedish economy hits 30-year low
Sweden’s government has released data showing the nation’s economic growth has slowed to its weakest levels in more than 30 years. Anders Borg, Sweden...