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Heavy Snowfall Expected in Southern Finland; Likely to Snow Until Wednesday

Posted by Editorial Team | January 11, 2021 8:22 am | Nation

The driving conditions are bad because of the snowfall and slippery roads.

223 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 8 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | January 7, 2021 1:18 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here are the latest statistics related to the ongoing pandemic.

Here’s How to Celebrate New Year 2021 Remotely in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | December 31, 2020 8:48 am | Helsinki

Due to the gathering restrictions, a different New Year’s program is arranged. Here’s how to get the most of it.

White Christmas Likely in Many Parts; Snowless Areas Are Rare By Boxing Day

Posted by Editorial Team | December 22, 2020 4:07 pm | Nation

On the morning of Christmas Eve, many parts have likely received a snow covering.

Finland Repatriates Adults From Al Hol Detention Camp

Posted by Editorial Team | December 21, 2020 8:28 pm | Nation, Politics

Finland has repatriated six Finnish children and two adult mothers from north-east Syria on Sunday. It is the first time Finland has repatriated adults from the Al Hol detention camp in Syria where women and children related to ISIS militants are being held.

354 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 18, 2020 12:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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358 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 17, 2020 1:33 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Mussel Species in Western Finnish River Are Recovering

Posted by Editorial Team | December 16, 2020 5:15 pm | Environment, Nation

Many species of freshwater mussels on the verge of local or global extinction. This is why it is important to preserve this species in the Kokemäenjoki River in western Finland.

411 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 16, 2020 12:06 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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349 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 15, 2020 12:04 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Mild and Rainy Weather Ahead in Southern and Central Finland; Minus 30 Degrees Expected in Lapland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 15, 2020 8:50 am | Nation

Here’s this week’s weather forecast.

300 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 737 Over the Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | December 14, 2020 3:56 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Coronavirus Restrictions in Capital Region Extended Until January; View Full List

Posted by Editorial Team | December 14, 2020 9:22 am | Espoo, Helsinki, Vantaa

The restrictions concern the cities of Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa and Kauniainen.

501 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 11, 2020 12:52 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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The Emergency Standby at the Olkiluoto 2 Nuclear Power Plant Has Ended

Posted by Editorial Team | December 11, 2020 12:17 pm | Nation

The emergency standby resulting from a disturbance at the Olkiluoto 2 (OL2) nuclear power plant unit has ended, and the repair work is being continued during the cold shutdown state.

Disturbance at Olkiluoto 2 Nuclear Power Plant; ‘At the Moment the Situation is Stable’

Posted by Editorial Team | December 10, 2020 5:43 pm | Nation

An automatic reactor scram has occured at the plant.

840 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 470 Cases Reported Retrospectively

Posted by Editorial Team | December 10, 2020 11:51 am | Coronavirus in Finland

The need for hospital treatment for coronavirus-related symptoms has increased since last spring. In addition, the burden on intensive care units has also increased.

490 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 9, 2020 11:51 am | Coronavirus in Finland

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361 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 8, 2020 1:55 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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250 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 9 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | December 7, 2020 5:59 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

A total of 873 new infections were confirmed during the weekend.

VIDEO: President Niinistö Gives an Encouraging Independence Day Greeting to Expatriate Finns

Posted by Editorial Team | December 6, 2020 2:43 pm | Independence Day, President

“Despite the fact that physical distances may seem long, I believe that emotional ties to Finland remain strong.”

336 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Seven New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | December 4, 2020 5:08 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Finnish Inflation at 0.2% for September and October

Posted by Editorial Team | December 3, 2020 4:00 pm | Nation

Rising inflation rates can affect almost every consumer area, from entertainment to financial loans.

540 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 3, 2020 12:06 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Lending Rate Slowly Rising After All-Time Low in April 2020

Posted by Editorial Team | December 3, 2020 11:00 am | Business

As we start to see lending rates rise after its all-time low in April 2020, it’s important to be aware of the potential financial implications.

420 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 9 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | December 2, 2020 1:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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550 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Six New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | December 1, 2020 12:36 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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283 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 863 Over the Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | November 30, 2020 12:44 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Here Are the New Coronavirus Restrictions in the Capital Region

Posted by Editorial Team | November 27, 2020 1:46 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Espoo, Helsinki, Vantaa

The Helsinki Metropolitan Area coronavirus coordination revealed measures to tackle the spreading phase of the coronavirus pandemic.

618 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 301 in the Capital Region

Posted by Editorial Team | November 27, 2020 12:13 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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496 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | November 26, 2020 12:10 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Prime Minister Marin Listed Among 100 Most Influential Women in the World

Posted by Editorial Team | November 25, 2020 5:04 pm | Nation

Prime Minister Sanna Marin joins the BBC 100 Women list with the likes of Jane Fonda.

363 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 4 New Deaths and 134 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | November 25, 2020 3:19 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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353 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 165 in Capital Region

Posted by Editorial Team | November 24, 2020 12:14 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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297 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | November 23, 2020 12:20 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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New Restrictions Related to Coronavirus Come Into Effect on Monday; Here’s How Life Changes in Uusimaa Region

Posted by Editorial Team | November 23, 2020 8:28 am | Espoo, Helsinki, Vantaa

View the full list of restrictions that come into effect on Monday in the Uusimaa region.

Viking Grace Has Ground Contact in Åland Islands; 331 Passengers on Board

Posted by Editorial Team | November 21, 2020 7:33 pm | Nation

According to the ferry company, the wind is hard but the situation is stable.

469 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 188 in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | November 21, 2020 12:57 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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461 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | November 20, 2020 12:54 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Public Gatherings to be Limited to 20 People in Helsinki Region; Team and Contact Sports for Over 20 Years Old to Stop for 3 Weeks

Posted by Editorial Team | November 20, 2020 12:07 pm | Espoo, Helsinki, Vantaa

The Helsinki Metropolitan Area coronavirus coordination group has imposed new restrictions to tackle the spreading of the coronavirus pandemic.

Flags Fly For Children’s Rights

Posted by Editorial Team | November 20, 2020 7:33 am | Nation

On Friday, flags fly to honor the rights of the child.

The Helsinki Region is Now in the Spreading Phase of the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted by Editorial Team | November 19, 2020 6:32 pm | Restrictions

The Helsinki Metropolitan Area coronavirus coordination group stated on Thursday evening that the capital region has now moved to the spreading phase in the coronavirus pandemic.

351 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 154 in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | November 19, 2020 12:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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Stormy Winds Sweep Finland; 10,000 Households Without Electricity on Thursday Morning

Posted by Editorial Team | November 19, 2020 7:34 am | Nation

The gusts of wind can reach up to 20 meters per second in Uusimaa region on Thursday. VR expects disturbances in railway traffic. Increasing chances of snow in southern Finland on Friday.