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Denmark has launched its national competition for cities to become the European Capital of Culture in 2032. The Culture Minister hopes for unexpected...
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A beloved cinema in Mjölby, Sweden, is set to reopen after a devastating fire last summer. The renovation modernizes the venue while preserving its...
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Porvoo prepares to host the public unveiling of candidates for the Runeberg Prize, Finland's premier literary award, on December 10th. The event at...
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The Finnish town of Äänekoski celebrated its annual Christmas opening with perfect timing as fresh snow arrived just before the event. Local families...
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Pekka Nättinen from Loiskis orchestra won Children's Music Composer of the Year at Finland's prestigious Jellona Gala. The awards ceremony in Oulu...
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Östergötland Museum unveils a powerful exhibition exploring Sweden's witch trial history, focusing on the 17th century persecutions. The display...
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Mikkeli launches its Christmas season with city-wide celebrations featuring tree lightings, market events, and family activities. The weekend...
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Lappeenranta's main library reopens with a new name Parvi and spaces honoring local cultural figures. The renovation improves acoustics,...
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Kouvola launches its Christmas season with festive events across the city including processions, markets, and concerts. Sports fans can enjoy...
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Helsinki Central Station replaces iconic oak doors with glass sliding doors, sparking public concern about preserving architectural heritage. The...
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Gothenburg has approved a new cultural center at Masthuggskajen that will serve as White Architects' headquarters. The waterfront development...
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Norwegian cinemas show almost no films with Nynorsk subtitles despite it being an official written language. Only eight films featured Nynorsk...
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Stockholm's Art Hall faces uncertainty after city officials scrap redevelopment plans for the Slaughterhouse District. The institution must now...
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Kouvola will host Finland's largest Reidar Särestöniemi exhibition starting next spring. The multi-year showcase features rotating displays of...
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Helsinki Central Station's historic clock tower opens for public tours after restoration. Visitors can now access the nearly 50-meter-high structure...
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Helsinki kicks off the Christmas season with a spectacular parade led by Mayor Daniel Sazonov. The Aleksanterinkatu Christmas lights illuminate for...
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Lappeenranta hosts the annual Winter War memorial ceremony commemorating the 1939 conflict. The event includes wreath-laying, musical performances,...
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Restaurateur Marcus Bortheiry opens Fula hummern (Ugly Lobster) in Gothenburg despite construction challenges affecting his other establishments. The...
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Stockholm unveils a new Christmas goat at Medborgarplatsen, reviving a tradition that began in 1945. The installation forms part of a broader holiday...
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Sweden faces a traditional Christmas crisis as anchovy shortages threaten Jansson's Temptation. Poor fishing weather has created empty shelves...
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The controversial statue of Norwegian resistance hero Max Manus will relocate from Akershus Fortress after 14 years. Officials seek a more visible...
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Norwegian officials plan to relocate the controversial Max Manus statue from Akershus Fortress after 14 years. Two new waterfront locations are under...
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Norwegian cultural heritage owners have requested record funding for preservation projects, with applications totaling 1.2 billion kroner. The surge...
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