Storks busy in Helsinki
Helsinki saw a baby boom in 2010 with a record number of children born in the Finnish capital. An average of 37 births a day were recorded in the Hels...
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SagaPro undergoes clinical study to test efficacy on nocturia in men
SagaMedica is an Icelandic company that specialises in research on Icelandic medicinal herbs and produces effective natural products from them.
Icelandair’s city break in Reykjavik offer ends today!
Today is the last day to book Icelandair’s Winter Special City Break – which currently stands as one of the cheapest package deals to Iceland being of...
Islamist group calls for armed resistance
A controversial Islamist organisation is encouraging armed resistance against Scandinavian soldiers, prompting renewed calls to ban the group from Den...
Finland to share airport snow-how
Finland’s airport chief and foreign minister have promised to share the secrets of keeping runways open in the snow after harsh weather hampered trave...
Tasteful tipples outstrip binge boozing
Finns are becoming more sophisticated in their tastes in alcohol, choosing Champagnes and sparkling wines over beer and hard liquor, according to a na...
Reflectors save reindeer from road kill fate
Reindeer in Norway are being fitted with reflectors in a bid to save their lives on the road. Each year, around 500 of the animals are killed and seve...
Gene mutation makes Finnish men violent
A genetic mutation linked to possible violent outbursts and impulsivity has been found in male criminals in Finland. The mutation, known as HTR2B, was...