In the safe hands of Sweden, here comes Eurovision 2024 – POLITICO

The ESC now takes a full week to unfold, with two semifinals, set to be held today and Thursday, before a grand final is broadcast worldwide on Saturday, May 11. Just like last year, 37 countries will take part, with 26 competitors due to participate in the final. And just like last year, there’s been … Read more

GPS jamming is a ‘side effect’ of Russian military activity, Finnish transport agency says – POLITICO

“It is possible that the interference observed in aviation currently are most likely a side effect of Russia’s self-protection” that is used “to prevent the navigation and control of drones controlled by GNSS [Global Navigation Satellite System] or mobile frequencies,” Traficom said. In any case, the Finnish agency says it is safe to fly to … Read more

World’s happiest countries are looking beyond net zero

People sit on an unusually high bench at the sunset in Copenhagen, on May 9, 2023. The height of a dozen public benches across Denmark was increased by 85 cm to draw attention to climate change. According to the World Climate Research Programme, the high-end global mean sea-level rise is now projected to be up … Read more

This moment may define our children’s future – POLITICO

That is why, on its 75th anniversary, we reiterate NATO’s founding principle: An attack against one of us is considered an attack against all. One for all and all for one. Together, we will defend every inch of NATO territory and stand united against any future Russian aggression. For years, Putin has spread lies and … Read more

‘My heart leans toward Trump’ in U.S. presidential race – POLITICO

French far-right leader Bardella: ‘My heart leans toward Trump’ in U.S. presidential race – POLITICO Skip to main content Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, … Read more

Northern Europeans are the most joyful folk in the world – POLITICO

Generally, people around the world are experiencing more negative emotions than they did 15 years ago, with two regional exceptions: in Europe and East Asia. The most significant increases in happiness since the last report were observed in Central and Eastern European countries, specifically in the Czech Republic, Lithuania and Slovenia. Life evaluations have also … Read more

WUD student creates logo to mark 75 yrs of diplomatic ties btw India and Finland | Education

To mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between Finland and India, a logo-design challenge was organised by the Embassy of Finland at the Sonipat-based World University of Design (WUD). The logo designed by Aman Narayan, a second-year student at the School of Communication, World University of Design was selected as the … Read more

Ukraine is free to strike Russian territory with weapons we provide – POLITICO

Ukraine can use weapons provided by Finland to hit targets on Russian soil, senior officials in Helsinki said. Finland’s Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen said his country has not set any restrictions on what Ukraine can do with the weapons it provides, Finnish broadcaster Yle reported on Thursday. Häkkänen added that blocks have been imposed mainly by … Read more

Russia gearing up for decade-long duel with West, Estonia warns – POLITICO

The report notes a significant rise in military production in Russia, including of artillery and armored vehicles, that is enhancing Moscow’s ability to continue fighting. That surge could outpace Ukraine’s output unless the West escalates artillery production and delivery, Estonian intelligence finds. According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies, Russia could maintain its current … Read more

Former Finland PM Alexander Stubb wins presidential election  – POLITICO

After attending school in Finland and later the U.S., Belgium and the U.K., Stubb entered politics in 2004 as a member of the European Parliament. He hit the Finnish big time in 2008 when — to his own surprise — he was named foreign minister. Praised by allies for his high-energy approach to politics, he was … Read more