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Finland launches criminal investigation into Google’s clearing of forest for datacentre site

Authorities allege company may have breached Finnish environmental laws by forgoing required impact assessment

The Guardian - UK · 25m ago

Putin Phone Call Sparks Nordic Fury as Finland and Norway Defy Europe's Unwritten Rule

Finland and Norway's 90-minute Putin call sparks a Nordic rift as Denmark's Mette Frederiksen warns Europe against going solo on Ukraine peace talks.

International Business Times UK · Oct 28

Europe Today: Israel faces deadlock after vote, Nordic leaders hold rare Putin call

Israel's election has ended in apparent deadlock, with neither Benjamin Netanyahu nor Gadi Eisenkot on track for a majority. Finland's and Norway's leaders have phoned Vladimir Putin as Europe seeks a seat at the table. We also cover Serbia's vote, the upcoming US midterms, and Mbappé's China row.

Euronews · Oct 28

Bulletin world briefing: Why Finland and Norway held 'direct discussions' with Putin

Finland and Norway hold 'direct discussions' with Vladimir Putin Netanyahu tipped for defeat as Israel votes in first election since October 7 attacks Four dead and one injured as tornado hits near popular Turkish resort Spain deports 16 Ceuta migrants to Morocco ahead of November elections Dozens killed in Ethiopia…

The Independent UK · Oct 27

Putin call pits Finland and Norway against Denmark and Sweden

Nordic unity broke on Tuesday after the leaders of Finland and Norway held a 90-minute phone call with Vladimir Putin. The Danish and Swedish prime ministers publicly cast doubt on the diplomatic overture.

Euronews · Oct 27

The world’s happiest country is looking to set up singles on blind dinner dates

Finland wants to take you out to dinner

The Independent UK · Oct 27

Finland's puppy livestream grips millions worldwide

A Finnish dog and her six newborn puppies have become an international online sensation. The 24/7 livestream, known as “Pentulive”, attracted 1.85 million unique viewers in its first two weeks, according to public broadcaster Yle.

Euronews · Oct 27

Germany's Merz: Russia, US cannot settle Ukraine war without Kyiv, Europe

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasised that any negotiations to end the war in Ukraine must include the country itself. He also mentioned that Europe is defending its political order alongside Ukraine's territorial integrity. Merz asserted support for Ukraine will continue as long as President Putin does not seek to end…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Finnish and Norwegian leaders call Putin, urge restart of peace talks

The leaders of Finland and Norway held a phone call with Vladimir Putin to restart the peace process. The overture comes as Brussels prepares for face-to-face contacts with the Russian side.

Euronews · Oct 27

‘We had wolves coming into the village’: Google's destruction of a 1,300-acre forest unleashed the wolfpack in Finland

“We understand the concerns and have fallen short of our own high standards in this instance,” a Google spokesperson said.

Fortune · Oct 26