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Here's how to retire in Finland as a U.S. retiree. It's ideal for those who value natural beauty, low crime and good healthcare.

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The United States has fallen to its lowest-ever position, and Afghanistan is again ranked as the unhappiest country in the world, with Afghan women saying their lives are especially difficult.

Finnish holidaymakers are clamouring to shell out hundreds of euros to work as shepherds for a week as a vacation, seeking tranquility in nature and a chance to disconnect from their busy lives.