Russia Says U.S. Pushes Its Companies Out of Venezuela After Maduro Capture
By Riffat KausarSNN News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the United States of forcing Russian companies to exit Venezuela following a recent U.S. operation that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. The comments highlight increasing tensions between Moscow and Washington over influence in Latin America and control of […]
Major Explosion Hits Shia Mosque in Islamabad: At Least 5 Dead, 20 Injured
By Hammad KahlunScandinavian News Finland Islamabad, Pakistan – A devastating attack struck a Shia mosque in Islamabad on leaving at least five people dead and more than 20 injured, local authorities confirmed. The incident occurred at the gate of an Imam Bargah in Tarlai, a suburb of Islamabad, when a suicide bomber detonated explosives after […]
Trump’s Spiritual Adviser Paula White Says Rejecting Trump Is “Saying No to God”
By Riffat KausarSNN News Finland Religious Rhetoric Sparks Debate Over Faith and Politics in the United States Paula White, a long-time spiritual adviser to former U.S. President Donald Trump, has once again ignited controversy after stating that saying no to President Trump would be equivalent to “saying no to God.” The remarks have drawn widespread […]
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation Highlights Ongoing Global Crisis
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan Millions of Girls Still at Risk as Governments and UN Agencies Push for Elimination Islamabad / Stockholm:The world is observing the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) today, drawing renewed attention to a harmful practice that continues to affect millions of girls and women […]
Finland Reaffirms Commitment to Indigenous Sámi Rights in Human Rights Policy
By Hammad KahlunScandinavian News Finland SNN News Finland Indigenous Rights Remain Central to Finland’s Foreign and Security Approach Finland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reiterated that the rights of Indigenous Peoples remain a core pillar of the country’s human rights policy, emphasizing the continued importance of its close partnership with the Sámi people. The ministry […]
Journalism Strengthens Society: Hammad Kahloon Highlights Media’s Role at National Press Club Islamabad
Islamabad, Pakistan – February 6, 2026 Hammad Kahloon, Managing Director of the Finland-registered news agency Scandinavian News Network (SNN), visited the National Press Club Islamabad today, engaging with senior journalists and media professionals. Among those present was Islamabad-based veteran journalist Masood Chaudhary, alongside other prominent media figures. Promoting Responsible Journalism in Democracies During the meeting, […]
Anganwadi Worker Sacrifices Life to Save Children from Bee Attack in Neemuch, MP
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News Finland Bureau Chief Pakistan Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh – In a heart-wrenching act of bravery, an Anganwadi worker in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, lost her life while saving the lives of nearly 20 children from a sudden bee attack. The worker, identified as Kanchan Bai Meghwal, displayed extraordinary courage and presence of mind, […]
Armenia and Azerbaijan Leaders Receive Zayed Award as Peace Efforts Gain Global Recognition
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan Abu Dhabi: Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev have been awarded the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity in Abu Dhabi, recognizing their leadership and efforts toward reconciliation after decades of conflict between the two neighboring countries. The award ceremony highlighted the significance of peace-building […]
Beauty Beyond Color and Race: A Universal Human Truth
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan Understanding Beauty Through a Broader Lens Across cultures, religions, and societies, the idea of beauty has often been narrowly defined by skin color, race, or physical appearance. Yet history, philosophy, and lived human experience consistently point to a deeper truth: beauty is not confined to color or ethnicity. […]
Son of Norway’s Crown Princess Begins Testimony in High-Profile Rape Trial
By Riffat KausarSNN News Finland Oslo Court Hears Evidence as Marius Borg Høiby Faces 38 Criminal Charges The son of Norway’s Crown Princess has begun testifying in a high-profile criminal trial that has drawn widespread public and media attention across the country. Marius Borg Høiby, 29, is facing a total of 38 criminal charges, including […]