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Finnish researchers extend renewable ethylene production with living cyanobacteria films
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Researchers at the University of Turku and VTT say they have kept engineered cyanobacteria producing ethylene for more than four months by trapping the cells in nanocellulose films.
La Laponie finlandaise s’annonce comme un haut lieu des aurores en hiver 2026-2027
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Le pic du cycle solaire 25 place l’hiver 2026-2027 parmi les meilleures fenêtres de la décennie pour voir des aurores boréales, selon NOA Villas.
NOA Villas says Winter 2026/27 could be prime for Northern Lights in Finnish Lapland
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NOA Villas in Sodankylä says the winter of 2026/27 should remain one of the decade’s strongest windows for Aurora viewing after Solar Cycle 25’s peak.
IdealofMeD names ex-Finnish footballer Paulus Arajuuri as Finland ambassador
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IdealofMeD said July 9, 2026, that former Finnish national team defender Paulus Arajuuri will serve as its Brand Ambassador for Finland after undergoing a hair transplant at the Istanbul clinic.
Atlas HXM says Europe is easy for visas but hard to hire in
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Atlas HXM’s new Global Workforce Indexes find weak overlap between work visa access and hiring conditions across 130-plus countries.
Hannele Niemi warns global education gaps are widening
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University of Helsinki professor Hannele Niemi is highlighting persistent inequality in education, arguing that where children are born and how schools are resourced still shape outcomes.
EDEN opens at Tashkent Biennale with seven international artists
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EDEN opened October 13 at the Gallery of Fine Arts of Uzbekistan in Tashkent as part of the XI Tashkent International Biennale of Contemporary Art. The presentation places the Athens-based curatorial project in dialogue with the biennale’s Event…
Sofokus launches free AI guide and maturity model for business leaders
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Finnish software company Sofokus published a free AI guide and AI Maturity Model on 22 September 2026 to help business leaders adopt AI in a way that creates value.
Titan OS adds SkyShowtime to smart TVs across Europe
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Titan OS has launched the SkyShowtime app on its smart TV platform across 22 European markets, expanding direct access to the streaming service from Philips and Sharp TVs. The deal puts premium Hollywood and family programming on the home screen…
Leak Content Removal reports 234,468 URLs removed or de-indexed
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Singapore-based Leak Content Removal published its first impact report, saying it removed or de-indexed 234,468 URLs tied to non-consensual intimate images and leaked private content through August 2026. The company says the figures show both the…
Mirjam Helin Competition moves to Turku for 2027 edition
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The X International Mirjam Helin Singing Competition will take place in Turku, Finland, from 5-17 June 2027, bringing 36 young singers from six continents to compete for the world’s largest classical vocal prizes.
Reusable whiteboard sticker market seen reaching $1.9 billion by 2030
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The reusable whiteboard sticker market is projected to grow from $1.09 billion in 2025 to $1.22 billion in 2026, then reach $1.9 billion by 2030 as hybrid work, edtech and home renovation demand expand.
Global Art & Fashion Gala marks America 250 at the Kennedy Center
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The Global Humanities Foundation hosted the Global Art & Fashion Gala – America the Beautiful at the Kennedy Center on Aug. 17, 2026, drawing diplomats, artists and civic leaders from more than 15 countries.
Hannele Niemi says AI-era schools must keep social skills at the center
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Hannele Niemi says classrooms should embrace artificial intelligence without losing sight of critical thinking, judgment and human connection.
Furniture edge trim guard market seen reaching $2.32 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the furniture edge trim guard market will grow from $1.47 billion in 2025 to $2.32 billion by 2030, driven by safety concerns, residential renovation, and e-commerce.
Wall corner protector clear market to reach $2.34 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global wall corner protector clear market will grow from $1.68 billion in 2026 to $2.34 billion by 2030, driven by renovation activity, urbanization and healthcare expansion.
NOA Villas sees strong Northern Lights odds for winter 2026-27 in Finnish Lapland
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NOA Villas says winter 2026-2027 should remain one of the decade’s best stretches for Northern Lights viewing as Solar Cycle 25 stays strong.
Adjustable gate extensions market seen reaching $1.59 billion by 2030
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The adjustable gate extensions market reached $1.11 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to $1.59 billion by 2030, driven by pet ownership, home renovation, e-commerce and demand for flexible home safety products.
Gandalf parody video pulled from YouTube, still on TikTok
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A Gandalf reaction video tied to the anti-authoritarian satire Where Are Your Children, Vlad? disappeared from YouTube even as the clip remains live on TikTok. The film’s creators say the takedown highlights how platform moderation can shape who…
gamescom dev panel to examine trust and leadership in games
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gamescom dev 2026 in Cologne will host a session on Aug. 25 focused on how game-industry leaders build trust, run studios and advance new leadership models.
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