Songs serve as powerful reminders of the ongoing fight against racism, xenophobia, and intolerance. Music has the power to ignite change, and artists have through history used their voices to challenge injustice, uplift communities, and promote values of respect, freedom, dignity, and love. 

Football is called the "beautiful game," but sometimes, it turns into an all-out war on the pitch. From violent tackles to full-blown fights, some matches have gone down in history for all the wrong reasons. These are the Battle of Santiago - Chile vs. Italy, 1962 World Cup, Estudiantes vs. AC Milan in the 1969 Intercontinental Cup, and the battle of Nuremberg - Portugal vs. Netherlands in the World Cup 2006, and the Battle of Old Trafford - Manchester United vs. Arsenal in 1990. Read about these matches and other infamous matches where chaos took over. 

As we have stepped into the new year, have you considered how your travel plans might change in 2025? The world of travel is constantly evolving, and you wonder about new exciting opportunities to explore the globe. We can’t wait to share the exciting possibilities that lie ahead!

Sarajevo is one of the most culturally diverse and historically rich cities in Europe, a melting pot of East and West, where Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, Slavic, and Balkan influences converge. Its history is marked by resilience, multiculturalism, and tragic events. Especially the city`s Old Town was fascinating to explore.

From the depths of Montenegro's fascinating Lipa Cave, to the timeless mystery of Newgrange in Ireland and cultural diversity in Sarajevo, are stories written to spark wanderlust and inspire fresh perspectives on the world around us.

Perched on Mitropoliei Hill in central Bucharest, the Patriarchal Cathedral (Metropolitan Church) is a key Orthodox landmark and a piece of Romanian history. Consecrated in 1658, it’s inspired by the Curtea de Argeș Monastery and dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helen. 

Warmest congratulations to Finland on Independence Day (Itsenäisyyspäivä), 6th December! This special day offers Finns a moment to reflect on their national identity, the hard-won freedom they cherish, and the profound sacrifices that secured their independence. 

The young members of the Jiwaka tribe performed their haunting skeleton dance to honour me and my travelling friend, and it was unlike anything I’d ever seen. They looked like ghosts moving around. It was both captivating and otherworldly.

Visiting the majestic Victoria Falls, one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders, is an experience that stays with me forever. Located on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, this awe-inspiring marvel awakened all my senses. 

I delved into the mystical heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina, exploring the labyrinthine tunnels beneath the Bosnian Valley of the Pyramids in Visoko. These are called the Ravne Tunnels. Curious and open to possibility, I entered to experience the mystical energy and the allure of rumoured healing powers for myself. 

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary and his wife, Sophie, took place on 28th June in 1914, near the historic Latin Bridge - Latinska ćuprija - in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. This was the catalyst that triggered a chain reaction among the major European powers, leading to World War I.

Towering over the Romania`s capital Bucharest, the Palace of Parliament is a gigantic building that both impresses and unsettles. It is the third largest civilian administrative building in the world, even larger than the Pentagon. But behind its impressive size is a story of oppression, waste, and ambition, making it one of the most controversial buildings ever constructed. 

Oulu is full of life. So much energy radiate from the people all around, especially in the evenings. It`s most be the sisu. Every day in the summer here is filled with happy party lions in pubs, parks, market, streets, riversides and forrests. Live music with soumi rokkia turn the people really on. 

Kristin Harila and climate scientist Baker Perry will collaborate on upcoming maintenance weather stations on Mount Everest, including one at the Bishop Rock, located at approximately 8,810 meters above sea level and only 40 m below the summit. 

The Namib Desert is an incredible playground for sandboarding, especially around Swakopmund. There, I felt the thrill of gliding down vast, winding dunes, carved by wind into snake-like curves. It was an exhilarating way to experience Namibia’s timeless landscape, immersing myself in the heart of its ancient sands.