Saunas—defined broadly as any room where a heat treatment occurs—are renowned for their numerous health benefits, including ...

Finland is grappling with economic stagnation, joblessness, and strained public finances, despite holding the title of the ...

“Simply relax on wooden benches to absorb the healing qualities of heat with varying amounts of steam – known as löyly – that ...

Harsh economic headwinds are sending a chill through the world's happiest country. But after 1,000 days of unemployment, ...

Finland remains the world’s happiest country even as economic stagnation, rising unemployment, and welfare cutbacks intensify ...

Sauna culture is deeply rooted in Northern Europe – the word itself originates from the Finnish language, Sweden’s easterly neighbour. Cold water immersion has roots in many ancient civilisations ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: If you have any health issues, you should consult your doctor before using a sauna. For some, the idea of sweating among semi-naked strangers in a small wooden box as hot as 100 degrees ...