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The steamship Wigry sank off the coast of Iceland on January 15, 1942, during a powerful storm. 25 of the 27 crew members left on permanent watch. The ship's captain Władysław Grabowski and officer Zygmunt Lewicki as well as the Canadian cook Carl W. Julien died on January 15 - the others died a day later, on January 16, 1942. The story of the crew of the Wigry steamship is of particular value […] https://nord.news/2023/10/31/memory-of-the-sailors-from-the-wigry-ship/?feed_id=52457

OSLO, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) -- Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr and his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson held talks on strengthening cooperation on the green transition and EU issues here on Tuesday. The two sides explored avenues for enhanced industry and business cooperation, to act as a catalyst for green transformation. "The Nordics will become a green industrial and energy region and we (Norway and Sweden) have common interests in cooperating more closely when it comes to, for example, batteries, hydrogen, critical raw materials and the forest and wood industry." said Store. The dialogue was extended to current EU issues, and highlighted Norway's pursuit of a more structured partnership with the EU in health preparedness. The two Nordic leaders also monitored Sweden's ongoing process to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), along with discussions on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. https://nord.news/2023/10/...

NEW YORK, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. dollar rose in late trade on Tuesday, amid tentative market sentiment ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision scheduled for Wednesday. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against six major peers, rose 0.39 percent to 106.6525 in late trade. U.S. home prices rose 0.6 percent on a monthly basis in August, according to the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency on Tuesday. The S&P/Case-Shiller home price index rose 2.2 percent year-on-year in August, at a stronger pace than the 0.2 percent gain recorded in July. US consumer sentiment continued to weaken in October, with The Conference Board's consumer confidence index falling to 102.6 from 104.3 in September. The one-year consumer inflation expectation was 5.9 percent. "Entered responses indicated that consumers continued to be concerned about rising prices in general and food and gasoline prices in particular. Consumers also exp...

According to Sigurður Inga Jóhannsson, Minister of Infrastructure, it is difficult to respond in a situation where the infrastructure is threatened by volcanic activity. As reported by Morgunblaðið, there is no alternative heating source for the peninsula, as is the case with other power plants in the country. Therefore, the rising of the ground in the Svartsengi area as a result of volcanic activity is worrying and threatens to cut off […] https://nord.news/2023/10/31/a-real-threat-to-the-infrastructure-on-the-reykjanes-peninsula-2/?feed_id=52436

According to Sigurður Inga Jóhannsson, Minister of Infrastructure, it is difficult to respond in a situation where the infrastructure is threatened by volcanic activity. As reported by Morgunblaðið, there is no alternative heating source for the peninsula, as is the case with other power plants in the country. Therefore, the rising of the ground in the Svartsengi area as a result of volcanic activity is worrying and threatens to cut off […] https://nord.news/2023/10/31/a-real-threat-to-the-infrastructure-on-the-reykjanes-peninsula/?feed_id=52429

Yesterday afternoon, an eight-year-old boy died in a car accident near Ásvellir in Hafnarfjörður. This was reported by the regional police. The services were notified about the incident at 5:10 p.m. and immediately arrived at the scene. The accident occurred in the southern part of Ásvellir, in the parking lot between Ásvellalaugar and the Haukar sports hall. The boy was riding a bicycle when he was hit by a concrete mixer. […] https://nord.news/2023/10/31/an-eight-year-old-boy-died-in-an-accident-in-hafnarfjordur/?feed_id=52422

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale struck the Reykjanes Peninsula this morning at 9:00. Its source is under the Þorbjörn mountain, near the Blue Lagoon. This is the largest earthquake recorded since yesterday afternoon, when a magnitude 4.2 quake was recorded. Bjarki Kaldalóns Friis, natural disaster expert at the Icelandic Meteorological Office, […] https://nord.news/2023/10/31/earthquake-with-a-magnitude-of-3-7-and-an-increase-in-seismic-activity/?feed_id=52415

"Women's experiences of injustice can stem from both their personal lives and societal pressures," the E2 Research researcher said. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/research-men-consider-finnish-society-fairer-than-their-female-colleagues/?feed_id=52401

According to the president's office, the theme of the reception is "changing times". https://nord.news/2023/10/31/the-finnish-presidential-couple-is-preparing-for-the-last-independence-day-gala-as-hosts/?feed_id=52394

The Finnish authorities are still investigating the cause of the damage to the pipeline, and the researchers are focusing on the movements of the Chinese ship sailing under the Hong Kong flag. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/gas-network-the-damaged-balticconnector-pipeline-will-probably-be-back-in-operation-in-april-2024/?feed_id=52387

Tashkent [Uzbekistan]Oct 31 (ANI): At stake is "pride, honor and reputation" for the Indian senior women's team when they take on Uzbekistan in their final match at the Paris 2024 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament, Round 2 on Wednesday at Bunyodkor Stadium in Tashkent at 17:30 IST. Back-to-back losses to Japan and Vietnam have dashed the Blue Tigresses' Paris dream. Two matches where India went down fairly despite showing glimpses of what they are capable of. But head coach Thomas Dennerby reiterated that when playing against teams at this level, just glimpses are never enough. "Absolutely, the most important thing for us is to have a better build-up and not give the ball away easily. That is the main problem. We have to fill our roles in the defensive organisation," he said as quoted by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). "But if we have our best day at work, I think we are definitely c...

The Boss has previously performed his famously long concerts at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium in 2003, 2008 and 2012. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/bruce-springsteen-headed-to-helsinki-next-summer/?feed_id=52366

Once we've collected all the candy and done all the tricks and arrive home cold but happy, why not add warming homemade pumpkin soup to your Halloween traditions? Pumpkin is a wonderful vegetable with miraculous properties - it lowers blood pressure and total cholesterol in the blood. It is an invaluable source of dietary fiber and also has antibacterial and antifungal properties. […] https://nord.news/2023/10/31/dark-hilarity-with-pumpkins-in-the-background/?feed_id=52352

The three defendants were found guilty of, among other things, aggravated firearm crimes committed with terrorist intent, as well as training for terrorist acts. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/prisons-of-justice-race-war-neo-nazis-in-finlands-first-far-right-terrorism-conviction/?feed_id=52345

According to the cooperative bank, "there was an error in customer communication" because the ceiling did not cover annuity mortgages, which make up about 80 percent of mortgages. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/the-op-admits-that-the-sales-pitch-for-the-interest-rate-cap-was-harsh-error-as-mortgage-holders-struggle-with-mounting-bills/?feed_id=52338

Helsinki's KOM theater is experimenting with English subtitles for non-Finnish-speaking audiences. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/it-has-made-it-accessible-to-me-helsinki-theater-offers-real-time-english-translation/?feed_id=52331

An estimated 120,000 children live in low-income families in Finland. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/more-families-in-finland-looking-for-everyday-life-a-struggle-for-survival/?feed_id=52324

Between Tuesday and Wednesday, up to 20 centimeters of snow can be expected in the southern and central parts of the country. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/winter-hits-finland-drivers-warned-of-slippery-roads/?feed_id=52317

The agreement, which gives the United States broader rights for defense cooperation with Finland, is nearing completion. https://nord.news/2023/10/31/tuesdays-papers-defense-deal-sale-of-scissors-and-sticky-patrol/?feed_id=52310

NEW YORK, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. dollar slipped in late trade Monday, as markets virtually priced in a pause in the Federal Reserve's meeting on Wednesday. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against six major peers, fell 0.30 percent to 106.2369 in late trade. The Dallas Fed's manufacturing index fell from -18.1 in September to -19.2 in October, the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas revealed on Monday. The production index fell from 7.9 in September to 5.2 in October, while the capacity utilization index fell from 7.8 to 5.4. The new orders index fell from -5.2 to -8.8. U.S. Treasury yields moved to session highs following the release of the report. With nothing major to offer on the economic calendar on Monday, investors' focus shifted to the highlights for the rest of the week, including the Bank of England and Federal Reserve interest rate decisions, neither of which is expected to raise rates. Investors will be closely watching ...

In Music towards midnight in P2 you get classical music late at night. Some of the most well-known requiems that are played extensively this year are Mozart's, Verdi's and Fauré's. In tonight's program we get to know some lesser-known requiems, such as Maurice Duruflés. Program manager: Clara Törnvall. The program plays: 1. Maurice Duruflé: Requiem. 2. Henry Thacker Burleigh: From the southland. 3. Ludvig Norman: String Quartet No. 6 in A minor. 4. Steve Danyew: Monis dei out of Lauda. 5. Joseph Haydn: Violin Concerto No. 1 in C major 6. Galina Grigorijeva: In paradisum. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/listen-to-music-towards-midnight/?feed_id=52240

Despite the tight economic situation, Finnish consumers still seem to be ready to pay for Christmas trips, travel agencies say. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/finns-book-christmas-trips-to-lapland-and-abroad/?feed_id=52205

"The radioactive isotope of hydrogen, tritium H-3, cannot be chemically separated from water." Sinikka Virtanen , the chief inspector of the Radiation Protection Agency (Stuk) tells the Helsinki Times. "Tritium is also a naturally occurring radionuclide that is created in the atmosphere. Its half-life is 12.3 years. It is also a by-product of operating nuclear power plants. So if the Fukushima nuclear power plant were still operating normally, it would be releasing tritium anyway. For example, in 2022, 2.2 E+12 Bq of tritium was released from the Olkiluoto units and 1.54 E+13 Bq from the Loviisa units in Finland. Photo: IAEA Despite these assurances and comparisons with existing nuclear facilities worldwide, the 2021 release of 8.3 E+14 Bq of tritium stored in the Fukushima reservoir remains a major global concern, not only among the public, but also against scientific arguments. TEPCO Release Plan. In an article published in the Bulletin of the A...

The message, which appears to come from Israel's foreign ministry, has appeared in several mobile games popular with young children. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/rovio-pulls-violent-pro-israel-ad-shown-to-children-playing-angry-birds/?feed_id=52191

One conscript was killed and three others were injured when the Defense Forces SUV they were traveling in veered off the road on highway 6 last week. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/police-say-human-error-likely-cause-of-suv-crash-that-claimed-life-of-serviceman/?feed_id=52184

The significance of Turkey's successful transformation and emergence as a beacon of stability and prosperity is perhaps more visible than ever today, as our entire region continues to struggle with unstable situations, wars, conflicts and humanitarian crises. Türkiye is a significant key player in regional and international affairs by responding to global challenges, promoting peace and stability, and promoting dialogue and cooperation. driven by the enduring goal of achieving "Peace at Home, Peace in the World," as Atatürk wisely said. Foreign policy As the easternmost country in Europe and the westernmost country in Asia, Türkiye aims to strengthen existing strategic relationships and establish new ones. Turkey has a strategic partnership with the United States as a NATO ally, and considers the transatlantic connection vital to Europe's security and prosperity. As an active member, Türkiye essentially promotes the principle of "indivisibility...

The mother and daughter bears fell asleep a couple of weeks earlier than normal. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/the-bears-of-helsinki-zoo-sleep-early/?feed_id=52170

There are 50 waste containers for sharp objects in Helsinki, most of which are outside the city center. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/helsinki-is-considering-adding-needle-collection-points-to-keep-syringes-out-of-parks/?feed_id=52163

Respondents to the monthly Consumer Confidence Survey expressed their concern about Finland's economic prospects and the deteriorating unemployment situation. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/consumer-confidence-is-falling-again/?feed_id=52156

Finland was one of the 45 countries that abstained from voting on Friday when the UN General Assembly demanded a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/li-andersson-criticizes-finlands-abstention-from-the-un/?feed_id=52149

The temperatures this week are up to 7 degrees Celsius colder than normal for this time of year, Yle's meteorologist says. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/finland-ready-by-way-of-exception-cool-early-november/?feed_id=52142

Do you know what is special about Finnish salty licorice, salmiaki? https://nord.news/2023/10/30/mondays-papers-big-buildings-big-boats-and-acquired-taste/?feed_id=52135

Häkkänen said that the Defense Ministries of Finland and Israel have signed a separate agreement on the commitment of both authorities to the trade, which - he added - will not be realized until years from today. The Left Alliance has called on the government to suspend arms sales with Israel, arguing that it is not right to trade arms with a country that continues to illegally occupy and bomb civilians. prime minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) outlined on Sunday that Finland should promote peace between Israel and Palestine both in the European Union and the United Nations. "The situation is very unstable. This is not happening somewhere far away, but close to Europe," he said quoted saying At the party meeting of the Helsingin Sanomat coalition. "Finland's position consists of three core elements: We fully condemn the terrorist attack by Hamas. We recognize Israel's right to self-defense [the boundaries of] international law, human rights. And we w...

The war between Hamas and Israel has entered the next phase. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that on Saturday. Hear from the experts about what's happening now. Program manager: Pia Fridén. https://nord.news/2023/10/30/hear-the-latest-on-the-situation-in-gaza/?feed_id=52121

BEIJING, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) -- The following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced Monday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollar 100,717.81 Euro 100,761.98 Japanese Yen 100 4.8301 Hong Kong Dollar 100 91.769 British Pounds 100,874.00 Australian Dollar 100,458.04 New Zealand Dollar 100,420.90 Singapore Dollar 100,525.94 Swiss francs 100,798.43 Canadian Dollars 100,520.80 Malaysian Ringgit 66,567,100 Rubles 1,300.26 100 rubles Rand 261.41 100 Korean Won 18,740,100 UAE Dirham 50,999,100 Saudi Riyal 52,082,100 Hungarian forint 5,061.47,100 Polish zloty 58.86 100 Danish kroner 98.31 100 Swedish kronor 154.53 100 Norwegian kroner 155.09 100 Turkish lira 391.304 100 Mexican peso 252.33 100 Thai baht 500.07 100 The central rate of the yuan ag...

The ground rises near Svartsengi, northwest of Mount Þorbjörn on the Reykjanes Peninsula. It seems like this has been happening since yesterday, according to the latest data from the Icelandic Institute of Meteorology. "The latest GPS data and InSAR image from satellite data from yesterday afternoon show clear signs of ground rising near Svartsenga," we read. […] https://nord.news/2023/10/29/ground-deformations-near-svartsengi-and-east-of-festarfjall/?feed_id=52100

The article details the ongoing investigation by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), where they are trying to determine if it is connected to the Chinese container ship Newnew Polar Bear, which is missing its front anchor. Deep traction marks were also found along the damaged pipeline. Finnish researchers have attempted to contact the Newnew Polar Bear vessel, which closely matched the timeline of the pipeline's damage. The investigation is now focused on whether the damage to the pipeline was deliberate or intentional. "The next questions are about whether it was intentional, negligent, bad seamanship, and from there we get to whether the incident could have a motive. It's too early to answer that at this point." Robin Lardot The NBI chief said. Investigators suspect that the damage to the pipeline was caused by an external mechanical force, not an explosion. The participation of a state actor has not been ruled out. Finland, which recently...

You can view the Finnish nature photos of the year in the gallery below. https://nord.news/2023/10/29/laplands-rainbow-frogs-fingers-and-a-wet-squirrel-finlands-wonderful-nature-pictures-of-the-year/?feed_id=52086

Two former ministers and four new candidates are seeking re-election to the European Parliament next summer. https://nord.news/2023/10/29/orpons-ncp-nominates-presidential-and-mep-candidates/?feed_id=52072

The coalition's presidential candidate Alexander Stubb has expressed his concern about the rights of dual citizens in Finland. https://nord.news/2023/10/29/the-russian-embassy-does-not-accept-applications-for-renunciation-of-citizenship-poles-in-finland-emphasize-dual-citizenship/?feed_id=52065

It has been 25 years since the discotheque fire in Gothenburg. Hear from some of the people who were there how the fire still affects their lives. Program manager: Jesper Lindau. https://nord.news/2023/10/29/the-discotheque-fire-in-gothenburg-25-years-later/?feed_id=52058

Hear the latest news in the Goodmorning world. Chronicle by Amat Levin on Russia's influence in Africa and the panel with Patrik Kronqvist, Expressen, Linnea Dubois, Svenska Dagbladet and Daniel Swedin, Arbetet. Program manager: Jesper Lindau. https://nord.news/2023/10/29/hear-the-latest-news-in-the-goodmorning-world/?feed_id=52051

Hear the latest on the war between Hamas and Israel. Participating: Ekot's Middle East correspondent Johan-Mathias Sommarström, Mia Hejdenberg from Doctors Without Borders, Peter Haldén from the Swedish Defense Academy, Aron Lund from the Total Defense Research Institute and Bitte Hammargren, Middle East analyst attached to the Foreign Policy Institute. Program manager: Jesper Lindau. https://nord.news/2023/10/29/hear-updates-on-the-war-in-gaza/?feed_id=52044

President Guðni Th. Jóhannesson immediately helped an elderly man who had fallen in IKEA. After the incident, medical and police personnel arrived at the scene to provide the man with professional assistance. Katrín Oddsdóttir, a lawyer present at the scene, immortalized this moment in a photo that, in her opinion, says a lot about this small country. “Where else in the world can you see the president in Ikea […] https://nord.news/2023/10/28/the-president-of-iceland-comes-to-the-aid-of-a-senior-citizen-at-ikea/?feed_id=52023

“I think it's safe to say that it exceeded our expectations,” Sonja Ýr Þorbergsdóttir, chairwoman of the BSRB, told mbl.is. “When 70, or maybe even 100,000 people gather in Arnarhóll and other places in the country, you can't help but be speechless. This shows how strong we are together," she added. Sonja Ýr stated that when the organization behind […] https://nord.news/2023/10/28/it-shows-how-strong-we-are-together/?feed_id=52009

Washington DC [US]Oct 28 (ANI): A sedentary lifestyle can increase one's risk of death, but it can be countered by just 20 to 25 minutes of physical activity per day, according to a study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Regardless of how much time is spent sitting down each day, greater daily totals of physical activity are associated with a lower risk, according to the research. Adults in affluent countries sit for nine to ten hours a day on average, mainly during working hours. Furthermore, the researchers clarify that a severely sedentary lifestyle is linked to an increased chance of passing away. A significant amount of previous research on the benefits of physical activity in reducing prolonged sitting has relied on aggregated data, which always leads to a generalized approach, they suggested. To try to overcome this, the researchers pooled individual participants' data from four groups of people equipped with activity track...