From California to Kansas, these communities built by Northern European settlers and sustained by their descendants offer ...

Another unique aspect of Finnish weddings is the use of wheat crowns for brides and grooms. These crowns are made from braided stalks of wheat and worn during the ceremony. They symbolize strength, ...

A spokesperson for Lantmännen insisted no final decisions have been made with the 140 employees who are part of the talks at ...

The Finnish city’s main draw is unquestionably its credentials as the official home of Santa Claus, but look beyond the ...

Founded as a place to relax and heal, Jänkä is a family resort owned by Finnish entrepreneur and former reality TV star Sampo ...

On the Keweenaw Peninsula, saunas steam beneath frosted pines, folklore parades brighten the dark and the Finnish spirit ...

Down on the shores of the Baltic Sea, Helsinki is a captivating city full of refined Nordic charm. Finland's cultural and design capital, the city is now prized for its thriving gastronomic scene, ...

“Helene Schjerfbeck is very well known in Finland; she is an iconic painter of the country and well known in the Nordic countries,” said Metropolitan Museum of Art Director Max Hollein at a preview of ...

This is the 10th Christmas for BG Independent News. As in those past 10 years, we attempt to take a break from the daily grind of spreading the news important to our community. In its place we are ...

The cover of the Finnish Civil Guard magazine Hakkapeliitta showcases shooter V. Miinalainen who won a gold medal at the 1935 World Shooting Championship in Rome with a koekivääri m/30 rifle. Shooting ...

Having digestive issues? While experts often caution that eating bread will make these issues worse, there's an exception. British researchers published new guidelines earlier this fall about foods ...

Wondering if eating bread affects your weight? Here’s what research shows about how types, portions, and overall diet play a role. Bread has long been a dietary staple, but it’s often blamed for ...