President Alexander Stubb will convene a JEF Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki in March 2026 to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine and European security amid regional tensions.
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In the past year, Finnish Customs reported a decrease in narcotics offences but recorded record-high seizures of drugs, medicines, weapons and cigarettes.
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Internationally acclaimed violinist Linda Lampenius and pop star Pete Parkkonen won Finland’s UMK 2026 with their song “Liekinheitin (Flamethrower) at the Nokia Arena in Tampere on Saturday night.
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Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) is scheduled to visit Rome from March 2 to 3 to enhance diplomatic and economic relations between Finland and Italy.
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While responding to a violent incident at a private residence in Rastaspuisto, Espoo, on the night between Friday and Saturday, the police found a victim dead.
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A tram and a passenger car collided on Mannerheimintie in Etu-Töölö on Friday evening, prompting emergency response and temporary changes to tram routes.
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It’s the last call for unused coupons. Foodora is ending its operations in Finland, with Friday marking its final day.
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A report of an armed individual at a shopping center in Kalasatama prompted a swift and heavy police response on Wednesday evening.
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Wolt, the Finnish food delivery company with about 1,500 employees in Finland, has announced plans to reduce its Finnish workforce as part of an ongoing negotiation process.
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Southern Finland is expected to experience hazardous driving conditions on Thursday due to a forecast of heavy snowfall up to 10 to 15 centimeters.
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Finland is allocating €72 million in humanitarian aid for early 2026, with substantial portions designated for Ukraine and other crisis regions around the world.
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Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s visit to Ukraine highlights Finland’s continued dedication to supporting Ukraine
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Finnish minister Ville Tavio will travel to London to strengthen commercial and economic relations between Finland and the UK.
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After a sunny and cold start to the week, Finland will see rain spreading from Thursday night...
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A violent incident occurred Monday afternoon in a commercial building in Taka-Töölö, prompting an...
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The Finnish men’s national ice hockey team secured a decisive 6–1 victory over Slovakia to claim the Olympic bronze medal at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
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Southern Finland is set to experience wintry weather this weekend, with clouds and scattered snow showers moving in from the west while daytime temperatures will hover between 0 and -4°C.
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Two female bears at Helsinki’s Korkeasaari Zoo, Sofia and Yulia, recently ended a disrupted hibernation due to an early spring water pipe burst and mild winter weather.
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Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen concluded their competition by winning Olympic silver in the Nordic combined team event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Thursday.
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The Tuska 2026 festival in Helsinki has finalized its lineup.
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The Finnish men’s national ice hockey team, known as the Lions, advances to the medal rounds in the Olympic tournament.
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Wille Rydman has been unanimously chosen by the Finns Party to become Finland’s new Minister of Social Affairs and Health, following the resignation of Kaisa Juuso (Finns).
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President Alexander Stubb will visit Paris on 23 February 2026 to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron. The agenda includes peace efforts, current security policy issues and other topics.
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Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is visiting New Delhi from February 17 to 20, accompanied by a business delegation, to enhance economic relations and showcase Finland’s expertise in artificial intelligence.
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Nurses in Northern Finland will go on strike from February 17 to 19, while broader restrictions, including a conditional ban on shift changes and job hunting at major care groups, will continue across the sector.
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Biathlete Suvi Minkkinen won Olympic bronze in the women’s pursuit on Sunday at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, earning Team Finland its third bronze medal.
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Vihti broke this winter’s low-temperature record in the south by dropping to -32.8C. Photograph:...
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Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) will visit Israel and the Palestinian territories from February 15 to 16.
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Finland’s men’s hockey team delivered a dominant 11–0 victory over Italy, with seven different players scoring and setting an Olympic record for shots on goal.
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Finland’s women’s 4×7.5km cross-country relay team won bronze at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
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The Lions celebrated a sweet 4-1 victory over Team Sweden at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics at the Santagiulia Arena on Friday, February 12, 2026.
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With the skiing holiday approaching next week in Uusimaa, Southwest Finland and Satakunta, travelers driving to the north should prepare for heavy traffic congestion.
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Foodora announced on Friday that it will end its operations in Finland by the end of February. This decision impacts about 80 local employees.
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Finland is set to experience challenging winter weather this week, with snowfall making driving hazardous in southern and central regions as well as parts of Lapland. Temperatures will plunge dramatically across the country by the weekend, reaching lows of -30C or colder.
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Eero Hirvonen made history for Finland at the Milan-Cortina Olympics by earning a bronze medal in the Nordic combined normal hill and 10 km cross-country event.
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A man sustained serious injuries after being hit by a metro train at the Helsinki Central Railway Station on Wednesday morning. The incident prompted police to investigate the cause of the accident and led to temporary delays in metro service.
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Early Sunday, a significant fire erupted at the Jokoisten Leipä bread factory in Jokioinen, leading authorities to issue a hazard warning because of health-threatening smoke and decreased visibility on surrounding roads.
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Finland is constructing a 200-kilometer barrier along its eastern border to enhance independent border security. Over half of the fencing is already in place.
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Refugees will be accepted from several countries and emergency situations.
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President Alexander Stubb and his spouse will attend the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Italy on February 6, including a reception with the Italian president.
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The Finnish Olympic Committee has completed its selection for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, announcing a team of 103 athletes aiming to secure at least six medals.
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Alvar Aalto, a trailblazing Finnish architect and designer, is renowned for his significant impact on modern architecture and design.
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Disruptions to main line train services are occurring today due to track damage in Pasila.
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Finland is facing an exceptionally harsh cold spell, with temperatures dropping to unusually low levels in the southern areas and leading to widespread frost warnings.
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Crime statistics in Finland for 2025 reveal a concerning upward trend, with overall assaults and thefts reaching record highs.
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A police operation in Nurmijärvi on Wednesday morning escalated when an armed man decided to flee a cordoned-off area.
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On Thursday morning, users of the Helsinki Region Transport (HSL) mobile app faced problems buying tickets due to a technical fault.
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The revised Act on Social Assistance, effective February 2026, introduces stricter eligibility criteria and reduced benefits for recipients in Finland.
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Prime Minister Petteri Orpo visited Beijing and met with President Xi Jinping. Both leaders expressed intentions to strengthen cooperation.
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Several wild birds in Helsinki have tested positive for H5N1 bird flu, leading city authorities to urge caution among residents and poultry owners.
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