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84Finland silver mid-century modernist design jewellery
An illustrated introduction to Finland silver jewellery of the mid-20th century, and its stunning modernist design.
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85A european winter holiday: dog sledding in Finland
When the winter word comes to my head I think of the warmth of log fires, the taste of mulled wine and the sight of cold evenings from this side of the window. No one can take me out of the house. I am a...
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82America vs the Rest of the World
Compare America to other countries in the world. Some interesting statistics and perspetives
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81History of Gender Equality in Politics and Political Culture
A quick look into the history of women equality and the relationship between gender inequality and nation building. According to the Gender Equality Index Finland is one of the most successful states in achieving gender equality. This example of the Finnish nation state shows that gender equality can be consideres a result of women’s integration into nation building and early political history.
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79The Finland Case Against Early Learning
Finland's educational success is often used as a case against early learning. Is Finland successful because it delays school entry or are there demographic reasons for it's success.
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81A -Z of Europe's Hot Spots . . . . . . An Alternative Guide
Ever fancied going to somewhere that bit different, obscure and unusual? Then join me on a trip around Europe to some lesser known gems worthy of recognition.
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78Finnish Winter War
There are many arguments as to why the Soviet Union would have wanted to annex Finland, as this was their ultimate goal during the Winter War. It could be argued that they were a buffer state between the USSR and Sweden, and that the Soviets wanted...
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78Mystery Object in Daisy Mariposa's European Geography Quiz
When I wrote my quiz So You Think You Know European Geography?, I included a bonus question. I asked my readers to identify a mystery object — a yellow stone surrounded by a wooden boardwalk in a body of water. What is the object? Where is it located? How does one reach it? You’re about to find out.
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78Interesting Facts About Finland
338,000 square kilometres Europe's 7th biggest country Country is divided into 12 provinces Forests cover 2/3 of Finland The Arctic circle covers 1/3 30 National Parks (Finland is considered one of Europe's last great wildernesses...
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77My plan to move to Finland
Hi there, I have made the decision to move to Finland. OK, the decision was finalised in January, and it's now June, and I have not moved. But the move cannot, unfortunately, happen so fast. There is plenty to organise. First, it's very important...
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