On the future of Nordic cooperation in the context of USA expansionism and threats.

The prospect of becoming an EU member state has gained more and more support in Iceland over the last decade. icelandreview.com/news/strong-su…

Thanks to Finland in the OSCE for convening a special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council following Russia’s ballistic attack against civilians, including many children, in #KryvyiRih. 🇮🇹stands with 🇺🇦 Ukrainian Mission to OSCE & UN in Vienna Italy in Ukraine

As the OSCE Chair, Finland is emphasising the importance of sustainable development. The guidelines on sustainable meetings issued by the MFA and WWF Suomi can serve as guiding principles also for future OSCE Chairs. #OSCE25FI um.fi/current-affair…

I can switch on TV any night and watch lavish productions about Henry VIII or Oliver Cromwell. But Scottish history? Not so much, Lesley Riddoch writes ✍️

📢 Exciting news! UNHCR has launched a new Regional Information Hub to support refugee employment across Europe. This resource provides companies with information and guidance to support refugee inclusion. Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/4c1sNOu

Through the #EUCivilProtectionMechanism eight patients, all children, were evacuated from Gaza to Norway last night. - I am very pleased that Norway can receive more patients from Gaza. In total, we have now evacuated 18 patients and 38 companions, said FM Espen Barth Eide

Trump ravages the world with threat, bluster & fear but there is another way to govern. Denmark's not perfect, but top 5 in World Happiness & Child Wellbeing Indices plus GDP 1/3 higher than UK. Come & see Denmark film plus Q&A in Kingussie Thurs Apr 24. eventbrite.co.uk/e/denmark-the-…

When I started training as a #BreastCancer surgeon there were hardly any senior women, so little choice available! I also worked in #Urology, which involved performing prostate or bladder surgery for men - never had any refusals.

Trump y'day “I don’t rule out [force]. We need Greenland badly. [It has] a v small amount of people, which we’ll take care of & we’ll cherish them. But we need it for international security.” Outrageous but not first US takeover attempt. Explainer film youtu.be/lYfSlQaIEXk?si…

Denmark's not perfect. But 15 year olds get a year studying away fm home, district heating's cheaper than UK, 58% cycle to work/school & GDP is 1/3 higher than UK. Why not Scotland? Film showing on May 27 in Tain. Details lesleyriddoch.com/events

Guess she doesn’t bother tracking monthly A&E and Cancer WT stats! All 4 #NHSs struggling since #Covid, but both England and Wales behind NHS Scotland! And that’s with Welsh NHS criticised for excluding >20% of patients from their A&E WT data!

Nordic examples have been explored in several of our presentations and other media. Here's a sample: nordichorizons.org/latest-event-c…. Shows what small, democratic independent nations can deliver for their communities. Complemented by excellent report from Platform scot.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=…

Still in a state of shock how little attention this story has received.

Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, Norway stands firmly with Ukraine. Responsibility for the war and its consequences lies entirely with Russia. No one wants peace more than Ukraine itself, but the peace must be just, lasting and fair. MFA of Ukraine 🇺🇦

Sanctimonious hypocrisy as the UK piles in on a scrap between playground bullies 🇬🇧🇮🇱🇺🇸 “Summary of the UK Government legal position: The legality of defensive action in respect of Iranian regional attacks - GOV.UK” gov.uk/government/new…

At the start of 2026, Finland has allocated 72 million euros to humanitarian aid. We recognize the vital role of ⁦UN Humanitarian⁩ in mobilizing and coordinating humanitarian aid worldwide – join us in backing the hyper-prioritized plan to save #87MillionLives. #HumanitarianAid

From diverse economies to inspiring beauty, life on Scotland's islands is a unique experience 🌊 Our new National Islands Plan has been created with island residents to help retain and attract people to live in our island communities. Find out more ➡️ gov.scot/publications/n…

Less than 7,000 people are seeking asylum in Scotland. If you brought them all together in one place they wouldn’t even fill the SMISA Stadium, which will be sold out for St Mirren vs Aberdeen this Saturday. Keep Reform’s divisive lies out of Scotland.

Set in the lush days of a Finnish summer, Long Good Thursday is a gentle comedy of growing older and of accepting the never-ending possibility of finding joy. Finnish comedy star Heikki Kinnunen plays an aging, stubborn farmer intent on finishing his life in the home he shared