The municipal and county elections were historically held at the same time. This resulted in a significant amount of lost votes and branded election rally’s where a party’s unsure significance was ‘assured’ in private talks. Many attendants resorted to sneering, feeling bad or to drinking.
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Nikita Nystedt knocked out his opponent without mercy at the GeeBee Boxing Night II on Friday in his second professional fight.
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What is it like to attend a heavy metal concert without having listened to the group before? If you’re lucky, the experience might resemble our report.
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Read our report, watch the video and enjoy the photos from our coverage of this year’s Jussi Awards, where history was made.
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In the heart of Helsinki, a discreet yet pivotal meeting unfolded on March 19th, as President Alexander Stubb welcomed President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine to the hallowed halls of the Presidential Palace.
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Vibraphonist Mikko Antila took the stage with bassist Joonas Tuuri and drummer Teppo Mäkynen at Hakasalmen huvila, enchanting an appreciative crowd with a blend of nostalgia and excitement.
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The visit of Danish royalty was a delightful mix of cheerful smiles and serious business, creating a captivating atmosphere that delighted observers, from the media to guests in festive attire.
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Candle-lit vigil in Helsinki marks three years of Russia’s agression on Ukraine. The candles will be sent to Ukraine to support the frontline.
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In Häjyt 2, suspense takes over the lack of dialogue and action in the Finnish-style blockbuster.
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Swedish and Finnish activists with fire extinguishers and red paint defaced the Finnish Parliament Building on Wednesday.
Read MoreGreat film! But what do you know about Renny Harlin?
Read MoreIf you like heavy metal or want to try something new, Tuska is the only place to be in Helsinki this weekend.
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In response to the growing demand for sustainable travel, Biliki.AI has emerged as a one-stop sustainable travel planner.
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The events leading up to Tuesday’s school shooting in Viertola have begun to unfold. Here’s what we know so far.
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Finland ranks as the happiest country in the world for the seventh year in a row. At the same time, trade unions and the government have reached a stalemate and companies have no choice but to leave their workers without pay.
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Peela consists of some of Helsinki’s finest up-and-coming jazz musicians. On Thursday evening, they took over the Koko Jazz Club and played to a full house.
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Alexander Stubb was inaugurated as Finland’s 13th president, marking the beginning of a new era and bringing to an end the tenure of President Sauli Niinistö.
Read MoreIn ‘Spaceman,’ comedian Adam Sandler receives comfort from a large arachnid in outer space. There’s not much more to say.
Read More‘Dune: Part Two’ scores 100% in Tony Öhberg’s review. “It was a thrilling, action-packed tale that rocked black Italian leather seats for nearly three hours while keeping viewers glued to a screen larger than a volleyball court. That said, while this movie should be enjoyed in the largest movie auditorium you can find, the strong storytelling would bring deep enjoyment even if it was streamed to your mobile device while sitting in the bathroom,” Öhberg writes.
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We followed the presidential race of Alexander Stubb (NCP) up to the point where he was facing the runner-up, Pekka Haavisto (Greens), and then, during the final hours it became clear that Stubb may win.
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The next Finnish President will be elected tonight. According to the polls and early voting results, Alexander Stubb (NCP) will win.
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The strikes against the government’s cuts cleared the streets of downtown Helsinki on...
Read MoreAbout 13,000 people, according to police estimates, took part in a protest called “Stop Now!” in the Senate Square on Thursday afternoon
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For many Finns, voting in this year’s presidential election became a game of chess instead of trusting their gut and following their instincts.
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I followed Mika Aaltola’s presidential campaign for months and was impressed by his qualities as a person and his extensive knowledge of foreign policy.
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The program covers current tourism phenomena, destination tips and travel trends.
Read More‘Lift,’ starring Kevin Hart, is a gripping gold-heist thriller set in the modern era.
Read MoreHere’s our review of this entertaining horror movie.
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Lux Helsinki began on Wednesday evening, illuminating the Finnish capital in freezing weather that felt close to -30 degrees Celsius. View our gallery.
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The EasyPark parking application has been the victim of a cyber attack. But should you be worried?
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The border will be closed on Friday, December 15, at 20:00.
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Protesters against neo-Nazis did their best to stop a nationalistic torchlight procession.
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Finland celebrates its 106th Independence Day. Here is what has happened so far.
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The premiers’ agenda included bilateral relations between the two countries, the security situation and other current international and EU issues. Recent events on Finland’s eastern border were also discussed.
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Ron Carter, 86, came to Helsinki with his quartet to breathe new life into jazz classics.
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On Thursday, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) made an announcement on border security to Parliament. We publish Prime Minister Orpo’s remarks in full.
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Reporter and photojournalist Tony Öhberg sat down with Finnish heavyweight boxer Robert Helenius to talk about his new autobiography and his plans for the future amid the turmoil of life in and out of the ring.
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A thin layer of snow covered the center of Helsinki in the early hours of Saturday morning. We caught the beauty of the first light in whiteness.
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“It’s not worth the effort to come to Finland. The borders are closed,” Mari Rantanen (Finns), the minister of the interior, said while referring to Finland’s southeastern border with Russia.
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Finland Today observed the funeral of the late President Martti Ahtisaari throughout the day. Here’s our report.
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The events of the past few days have been intense as it was discovered that an explosion caused a pressure loss in the gas pipeline between Estonia and Finland. Here’s what we know so far.
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What happens when Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden visit a small town in southern Finland, which was named after a Swedish Queen in the 18th century? This time, the Princess came to inaugurate a piece of land near the end of September. Well … the elderly rubbed their eyes in amazement, while children and some adults wore crowns made of cardboard. Finland Today followed the visit, and here’s the report.
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Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki, held between Sep. 12-13, helped the gaming industry to connect, but some had trouble getting lunch after paying hundreds for tickets. Free drinks flowed almost effortlessly, though.
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Some of the current members of the Finnish government have made continuous headlines in relation to racism both nationally and internationally. We attended a mass protest against discrimination with 20,000 people and wrapped up the details of what’s been said and done.
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Marin has been appointed as a strategic adviser in an institute that deals with governments and political leaders.
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The bell tower of the Helsinki Railway Station rang for the first time in history on Sunday afternoon.
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We spent three days at Flow Festival 2023. Here’s our gallery and report.
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