Greenland unlikely to gain independence from Denmark
Greenland is unlikely to be granted economic independence from Denmark despite its mineral wealth and offshore oil.
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Charlotte Church criticised for eating reindeer in Iceland
Charlotte Church has been heavily criticised by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) after she told reporters she tried reindeer mea...
Finn completes African challenge for mountain gorillas
Finn Jyri Reinikka has completed his 800km run in Africa to raise awareness about the plight of the mountain gorilla. The Hameenlinna resident said he...
Swedish landlord reported over sexual demands
A Swedish landlord is under investigation after police were told he demanded sex from a tenant in exchange for a flat he was renting out.
Lapland loses millions due to poor air connections
Lapland loses out on millions of euros in tourism money each year because of poor flight connections, a Lapland Regional Council study has shown.
Statoil considers quitting west Greenland in cost-cutting move
Norway’s biggest energy company Statoil is considering quitting west Greenland in an effort to cut costs. The exploration licences are something the c...
Helga Maria trawler set for new role
Icelandic trawler Helga Maria has returned to sea in its new role as a fresh fish catcher. The trawler, which was previously named the Haraldur Kristj...
Whale beer ban pleases environmentalists
Environmentalists have welcomed the news that a controversial whale meal beer has been banned by Icelandic authorities.