Russia discontinues cooperation with US to secure nuclear materials
byRussia has reportedly ended all cooperation with US Department of Defense personnel who have worked to protect the country’s nuclear facilities and stockpiles since…
Björk’s Vulnicura
byThere was nothing snappy about Biophilia, Björk’s last studio release. Not just an album, but a multi-format, multi-year campaign that encompassed apps, visual art,…
Adventures in the Estonian Contemporary Art World
byThere was a Russian woman in the seat that matched my ticket, which I held in one hand and pointed to with the other….
Estonian President Condemns Kremlin Supported Attacks in Mariupol
byIn a strongly worded statement that was issued on Sunday, Estonian President, Toomas Hendrik Ilves expressed his condolences to the families of the victims…
Urmas Paet: The Finns have no illusions regarding Russia but are self-reliant for their security
byOver the past few days, questions regarding the divergent Finnish and Estonian directions on relations with Russia have reemerged and whether the differences in…
Hannah Arendt, Putin and Today’s Russia
byHannah Arendt would have found a lot to dislike about today’s Russia. But she would have loved Pussy Riot. Hannah Arendt teaches us that…
Lithuania Publishes Manual For Dealing With Invasion
byWith its mild climate and shuttered nuclear reactor, Lithuania’s more than 20 years of independence have been largely free of both natural and technological…
A Rough Week For Finland’s Foreign Ministry
byAn embarrassing mini-diplomatic crisis and conflicting statements on joint military exercises are causing problems for Finland’s government. Last week, Finland’s foreign minister, Erkki Toumioja…
About UpNorth
byUpNorth was among the first media platforms to recognize, in 2012, the need for an effective combined English language media for the Nordic and…
European MEPs say sanctions against Russia must stay
byEU sanctions against Russia should stay in place until it changes its aggressive policy in Ukraine, respects the ceasefire, withdraws its troops and stops…