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More Than Two Months of Disruption to Part of the East Helsinki Metro Line

Posted by Editorial Team | November 1, 2023 1:50 pm | Helsinki

The service will be interrupted due to renovation work.

Independence Day Reception at Presidential Palace Highlights Changes

Posted by Editorial Team | October 31, 2023 5:32 pm | Nation, Politics, President

This is the last time that President Niinistö will host the Independence Day reception at the Presidential Palace after serving the maximum two terms.

Popular Little Finlandia May Become a Temporary Home for Daycare Centers and Schools

Posted by Editorial Team | October 31, 2023 4:40 pm | Business, Helsinki

Finlandia Hall and the City of Helsinki have different views on the future of Little Finlandia.

Neste Recognized as a Leader in Supporting Children’s Rights

Posted by Editorial Team | October 31, 2023 11:06 am | Business

Neste has been identified as a leader in the Global Child Forum’s global assessment of children’s rights and business.

SURVEY: Regular Alcohol Consumption Among Finns on the Decline

Posted by Editorial Team | October 30, 2023 1:15 pm | Culture

The proportion of people who drink alcohol weekly or more often has decreased.

Immigration to Finland Reaches Record Levels

Posted by Editorial Team | October 26, 2023 11:12 am | Nation

The number of immigrants in the January-September period was the highest on record.

EU Survey: Finland Considered One of the Most Racist Countries

Posted by Editorial Team | October 25, 2023 5:33 pm | Nation

People of African descent are routinely met with unfair treatment and bias when seeking jobs or homes. Racial discrimination, harassment and violence continue to haunt their daily lives, according to the report, “Being Black in the EU.”

Slower Speed Limits Introduced on Roads

Posted by Editorial Team | October 23, 2023 1:34 pm | Nation

Winter and dark season speed limits will be introduced nationwide by Friday. But there are some exceptions.

Finnish Immigration Service Pilots Automated Decision-Making in Granting Residence Permits for Students

Posted by Editorial Team | October 19, 2023 2:45 pm | Nation

On Thursday, the Finnish Immigration Service began using automated decision-making to process student permits.

Finland Mourns the Passing of the Former Finnish President, Martti Ahtisaari

Posted by Editorial Team | October 16, 2023 4:10 pm | Nation, President

The former Finnish president, Martti Ahtisaari, a peacemaker and a humanitarian, passed away at the age of 86, after a long illness.

Finnish Government Plans to Tighten Access to Citizenship; Here’s How

Posted by Editorial Team | October 16, 2023 11:36 am | Nation, Politics

The aim “is to tighten the conditions for naturalization and encourage integration,” the Ministry of the Interior notes.

Finnish State Forestry Enterprise Metsähallitus Starts Redundancy Talks Involving 460 Employees

Posted by Editorial Team | October 13, 2023 8:52 am | Nation

The negotiations may lead to the dismissal of up to 60 people, and a large number of fixed-term contracts will end.

Traffic in Helsinki and Tampere Blocked by ‘Slow’ Elokapina Protests

Posted by Editorial Team | October 9, 2023 12:12 pm | Nation

The slow marches are part of Elokapina’s autumn campaign.

Somali Community Mourns Victims of Devastating Fire in Vantaa That Claimed Lives of Mother and Four Children on Sunday

Posted by Editorial Team | October 8, 2023 3:05 pm | Nation, Vantaa

Five people were rescued from an apartment in Vantaa, Hakunila, but all five died despite attempts to revive them.

Metro Service Will Run Irregularly on Saturday After the Lighting Strike That Sounded “Like an Explosion”

Posted by Editorial Team | September 23, 2023 11:44 am | Helsinki, Public transport

Lightning struck near Herttoniemi metro station, disrupting metro services in Helsinki around 10:30 on Saturday morning.

Varpu Storm Hit Finland Hard; Trees Fell; 20,000 Households Were Without Electricity

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2023 8:39 pm | Nation

A storm called Varpu hit many parts of the country hard on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

First Raphael’s Artwork in NFT Released

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2023 1:24 pm | Russia

The first virtual Non-Fungible Token (NFT) artwork has been released by Russia’s famed Hermitage Museum.

Autumn Storm to Hit Finland Tonight; The Storm Likely to Continue on Wednesday Morning

Posted by Editorial Team | September 19, 2023 7:37 pm | Nation

Finland will be hit by an autumn storm overnight and on Wednesday. Winds are forecast to be dangerously strong.

Police To Intensively Monitor Use of Mobile Phones in Traffic This Week

Posted by Editorial Team | September 19, 2023 4:19 pm | Nation

The police will also intervene in failure to wear seat belts, protective helmets and the use of child safety devices in road traffic.

UNESCO Supports Removal of Ugandan Tombs From Endangered List

Posted by Editorial Team | September 18, 2023 3:12 pm | World News

Successful restoration work has led the Kasubi Tombs to be removed from the List of World Heritage in Danger.

Sanna Marin Has Resigned Parliament

Posted by Editorial Team | September 12, 2023 5:25 pm | Parliament, Politics

Parliament has accepted the resignation of the former prime minister and MP, Sanna Marin (SDP).

Heavy Rains Caused Floods in Helsinki Center; Metro Station Was Shut, Water Leaked Into Properties

Posted by Editorial Team | August 31, 2023 7:15 pm | Helsinki

The rainy Thursday morning kept the rescue services busy in Helsinki.

No Need to ‘Wave’ for the New Express Tram (LRV) in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | August 30, 2023 10:44 am | Helsinki, Public transport

Here’s how the passengers will interact with the new light rail vehicle that could start operating in the near future.

Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms Ahead on Wednesday, Two Days After Monday’s Floods and Rainstorms

Posted by Editorial Team | August 30, 2023 1:08 am | Nation

Monday’s rains were just the beginning. More rain and thunderstorms are to follow on Wednesday.

New Night Tram to Begin Operating on Weekends

Posted by Editorial Team | August 18, 2023 10:19 am | Helsinki, Nation, Public transport

A new night tram 9N starts running from the West Terminal tonight.

The Night of the Arts Brings Hundreds of Free Events Across Helsinki on Thursday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 17, 2023 4:41 pm | Culture, Helsinki

There will once again be hundreds of events of all kinds held in a variety of venues, from clubs...

For Whom the Bell Tolls; Helsinki Railway Station’s Bell Tower to Ring Bells for the First Time Ever on Sunday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 17, 2023 2:16 pm | Helsinki

Next Sunday you can witness a histric moment when the bell tower of the Helsinki Railway Station will ring for the first time ever.

Fortum’s Lessons for Western Companies Left in Russia

Posted by Editorial Team | July 28, 2023 4:13 pm | Russia

Western companies that remain in Russia fear the risk of losing all their property.

Here’s How U.S. President Joe Biden’s Visit Will Limit Traffic in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | July 10, 2023 2:24 pm | Helsinki, Nation

The visit will cause traffic changes in the Helsinki city center. Here’s how.

Finland Continues to Impose Tighter Restrictions on Travel by Citizens of Russia

Posted by Editorial Team | July 10, 2023 1:56 pm | Nation

Starting today, restrictions will be tightened for business travelers, property owners and students.

U.S. President Joe Biden to Visit Finland in July

Posted by Editorial Team | July 3, 2023 10:52 am | Nation

President Sauli Niinistö will host a visit of President Joe Biden of the United States to Finland and a U.S.-Nordic Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

Helsinki Airport Awarded The 2023 Best Airport in Europe in Its Size

Posted by Editorial Team | June 29, 2023 1:00 pm | Nation

Helsinki Airport has been chosen as the 2023 best airport in Europe in its size by Airport Council International (ACI).

Finland to Tighten Border Restrictions From Russia to Finland and Through Finland to Schengen Countries

Posted by Editorial Team | June 28, 2023 4:24 pm | Nation

The President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy noted that travel by Russian citizens may still be harmful to Finland’s international relations.

Orion Invests €30 Million to Increase Production Capacity in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 28, 2023 11:05 am | Business

In response to the increasing demand for its products, Orion will invest a total of approximately €30 million in the coming years to increase its production capacity in Finland.

Protected: P.S – Preview

Posted by Editorial Team | June 14, 2023 1:56 pm | Preview

Today’s the Flag Day of the Finnish Defense Forces; President Niinistö Issues Commander-in-Chief’s Order of the Day No.4; ‘No One Wants War, But the Wise Prepare for the Worst’

Posted by Editorial Team | June 4, 2023 11:03 am | Military

‘No one wants war, but the wise prepare for the worst.’ Read President Niinistö’s order word for word.

More Than 100,000 Students Graduated on June 3

Posted by Editorial Team | June 3, 2023 6:55 pm | Nation

Thousands of young Finns are celebrating their graduation today.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Finds Similarities with History of Finland and Ukraine; Read the Full Transcript of Blinken’s Speech

Posted by Editorial Team | June 3, 2023 4:28 pm | Politics

In his speech, Blinken criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, praised Ukraine and, in fact, found many similarities between the war history of Finland and the present-day aggression in Ukraine.

Finnair to Start Charging Extra for Excess Carry-On Luggage

Posted by Editorial Team | May 16, 2023 6:50 pm | Business, Travel

Punctuality is very important for Finnair’s customers, so in the near future, only a small bag is allowed at no extra cost.

Desto’s Dubstep Takes Another Level

Posted by Editorial Team | May 14, 2023 10:48 am | Feature, Music

Desto gave a rare treat to the spectators at Ääniwalli, who were fortunate to witness the Helsinki-based electronic music artist perform his latest album live.

Footbridge Structure Collapses in Espoo; 24 to Hospital, Most Underaged

Posted by Editorial Team | May 11, 2023 4:05 pm | Espoo, Nation

A footbridge structure failed in Tapiola, Espoo on Thursday morning injuring 27 people.

Beach Weather to Arrive in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | May 11, 2023 9:42 am | Helsinki

Warm weather is ahead, and people are likely to find their way to the beaches.

Presidential Couple to Receive Traditional May Day Greetings at Presidential Palace on May 1

Posted by Editorial Team | April 29, 2023 4:10 pm | President

President Sauli Niinistö and his spouse Jenni Haukio will receive the traditional May Day greetings on Monday, the first of May, in the courtyard of the Presidential Palace in Helsinki.

VIDEO: Flag Crashes Down During Finnish President’s Press Conference in South Africa; Watch the Dramatic Clip

Posted by Editorial Team | April 29, 2023 3:28 pm | President, Videos

The press conference between President Sauli Niinistö and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa took a dramatic turn when a tall flag stand crashed down.

Finland is Now a Member of NATO

Posted by Editorial Team | April 4, 2023 6:50 pm | Nation

The Finnish national anthem and the NATO hymn were played, as Finland’s flag was raised outside NATO Headquarters in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, for the first time on Tuesday.