Rota was a rebellious Valkyrie, one of the fierce warrior women known as the “choosers of the slain” who served Odin. During Ragnarok, the Valkyries chose who would die and escorted souls to Valhalla, ...

Eldir, whose name means “fire-stoker,” is a servant of the sea giant 'gir in Norse mythology. Despite his lesser-known status, Eldir is recognized for his loyalty and service.

River cruises are “more about the experience off the ship than on,” a travel journalist says. Viking and American Cruise ...

After languishing for decades, the Baltic countries have dusted off their fusty image as a second-rate travel destination and ...

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Aurora also offers two shorter expeditions in 2026: the 17-day Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights itinerary in August and ...

The Royal Navy has been monitoring a Russian spy ship after it was spotted around UK waters earlier this week, the defence secretary has told MPs. John Healey said the vessel, Yantar, was used for ...

A Royal Navy attack submarine surfaced close to a Russian spy ship off the UK coast in an extraordinary warning to stop spying on British undersea cables, the defence secretary has revealed.

In the northeastern town of Kupiansk, which was recaptured by Ukrainian forces, clashes continue with the Russian army entrenched on the eastern side of the Oskil river. (Photo by Yasuyoshi CHIBA / ...