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‘Molly’s Game’ Film Review: Jessica Chastain Gives an Oscar-Worthy Performance

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 22, 2017 8:42 am | Films, Nation

‘Molly’s Game’ is so far the best picture of the year.

Ventilation Pipe Comes Crashing Down Over the Audience at Heavy Christmas Concert in Vaasa – Seven Injured

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 18, 2017 10:51 am | Nation

A heavy Christmas concert suffered an abrupt ending when heavy equipment came crashing down from the roof.

Stronger Beer Will Arrive in Grocery Stores in 2018

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 15, 2017 3:16 pm | Food & Drinks, Nation

The alcohol content of beer will be raised from 4.7% to 5.5%!

Today’s the Last Day to Send Your Gifts and Christmas Cards

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 15, 2017 12:36 pm | Nation

There’s still time to delight friends and relatives with a Christmas card.

Cricket Chocolate to Arrive in Stores Before Christmas

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 14, 2017 10:27 am | Food & Drinks, Nation

It’s the first domestic commercial chocolate product made of whole crickets.

Thousands Observe Lucia Parade In Rainy Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 13, 2017 8:50 pm | Culture, Nation

The annual Lucia Parade brings light to the darkness.

‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Film Review: The Greybeards Tag Along to Guarantee the Star Wars Spirit

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 13, 2017 1:06 pm | Films

The film stays true to its roots and features a Finnish actor as well. What’s not to like?

From Dawn Till Dusk – The Centenary of Finland’s Independence in Pictures

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 7, 2017 11:37 am | Nation

Here are the highlights of the centenary celebrations on the Independence Day in Helsinki.

20,000 People Observe As 100 Flags Were Hoisted To Honor Finland’s Centenary in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 5, 2017 9:01 pm | Nation

The celebrations for Finland’s centenary began in front of a huge crowd and under a slow snowfall.

‘The Foreigner’ Film Review: One of The Greatest Performances of Jackie Chan’s Career

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 1, 2017 9:36 am | Films

We haven’t seen Jackie Chan with 151 movies in his résumé turning in a drama performance like this.

A Day With the Dukes – I Followed Prince William and Daniel From Dawn to Dusk

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 30, 2017 7:06 pm | Business, Editors Picks, Politics

Prince William and Daniel visited Helsinki at the same time. I followed both with my camera.

Watch How Finns Shop on Black Friday – “Those Finns Were Too Close to Each Other”

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 30, 2017 8:08 am | Business, Nation

According to the e-commerce company Klarna, the sales on Black Friday have tripled since 2014.

‘Daddy’s Home 2’ Film Review: Wahlberg and Ferrell Deliver the Laughs – Gibson and Lithgow Overact

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 24, 2017 2:29 pm | Films

Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell are the pillars of the film.

Aqua Spa Offers a Refreshing Getaway From the Busy World A Short Boat Trip Away From Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 5, 2017 12:30 pm | Business

Aqua Spa is a great way to start the day during a weekend getaway in Tallinn.

‘Thor: Ragnarok’ Film Review: Cate Blanchett’s Performance as Goddess of Death is an Instant Classic

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 31, 2017 6:20 pm | Films

Blanchett’s performance is a knockout in the third installation of the Thor saga.

Helenius Proves That He is Hard to Hit, But His Focus on Defense Costs Him the Fight Against Whyte

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 29, 2017 12:48 am | Boxing

Finnish heavyweight boxer Robert Helenius loses by points against the British Dillian Whyte, who takes home the WBC Silver title.

Robert Helenius Faces British Dillian Whyte In a Decisive Fight on Saturday – The Winner Gets a Shot at The World Title

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 27, 2017 4:23 pm | Boxing

Finnish heavyweight boxer Robert Helenius faces Dillian Whyte under the eyes of 70,000 spectators in Cardiff, Wales. The winner gets to challenge the world champion.

‘Loving Vincent’ Film Review: A Real Feast For the Eye and Mind

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 20, 2017 8:45 am | Films

‘Loving Vincent’ brings Vincent van Gogh’s most famous paintings alive in a hand-painted pleasure of a film.

Former Members of Finnish Monster Hard-Rock Group Lordi Sing Pop Music Unmasked – Watch the Video

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 18, 2017 4:13 pm | Culture, Music

Lordi won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2006. Now, some of the former members have shifted to pop.

‘Tuntematon sotilas’ aka ‘The Unknown Soldier’ Film Review: A Far Cry From the Masterful Novel

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 16, 2017 5:28 pm | Films

Aku Louhimies’ version doesn’t do justice to the original masterpiece.

Meet The Stars of ’The Unknown Soldier’ at the Invitational Premiere in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 13, 2017 7:23 pm | Culture, Entertainment

“War is absolutely unnecessary,” said war veteran Esko Leinonen, one of the honorary guests at the VIP premiere on Thursday.

Yyteri Is One of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Finland And The Hotel Welcomes Dogs, Too

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 12, 2017 4:46 pm | Sponsored content, Travel

We visited Yyteri, the beach, the hotel and the spa and were happily welcomed with our dog.

The Government Releases a Road Map to Internal Security – Aims To Make the Safest Country in the World

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 6, 2017 7:27 am | Nation, Politics

The government wants to ensure that Finland will be the safest country in the world for living, working and entrepreneurship.

‘Blade Runner 2049’ Film Review: A Visual Masterpiece That Will Make You Laugh, Cry and Sweat

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 5, 2017 5:22 pm | Films

Denis Villeneuve’s work is outstanding.

Santa Claus Lives in Lapland But His Predecessor’s Bones May Have Been Found in Turkey

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 4, 2017 4:42 pm | Culture

Under a floor of mosaic, an undamaged shrine is believed to contain Saint Nicholas’ 1,674-year-old remains.

President Niinistö Compares Hybrid Threats To an Old Story About a Man With a Sandbag

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 3, 2017 4:46 pm | Politics, President

The Hybrid Centre of Excellence, designed to combat hybrid threats, was inaugurated on Monday evening in Helsinki’s Sörnäinen district.

Michaela Söderholm, 25, Is Miss Finland 2017 – ‘I’m Going to Be Brave’

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 1, 2017 10:48 pm | Culture

Söderholm said that she will be a “warm, good-hearted and brave” Miss Finland.

Miss Finland 2017 Will Be Crowned on Sunday – Here Are the Candidates

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 30, 2017 8:24 am | Nation

Ten finalists have been selected.

Italian President Mattarella Is Known For His Fight Against the Mafia – Now He Wants To Root Out Terrorism With Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 27, 2017 5:47 pm | Politics

Italian President Sergio Mattarella and his Finnish counterpart, Sauli Niinistö, share the same passion to fight terrorism.

Tourists Celebrate Sibelius Monument’s 50th Birthday in Pouring Rain

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 9, 2017 11:23 am | Culture

Sculptor Eila Hiltunen, the creator of the monument, compared her work to that of Greek god Hephaestus.

‘It’ Film Review: You’ll Be Scared of the Clown Too

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 7, 2017 6:59 pm | Films

Andy Muschietti’s ‘It’ is violent, gory, horrifying – multi layered; everything you would want from a modern horror movie.

Government Earmarks an Additional 17 Million Euros to Internal Security Due to the Terrorist Attack in Turku

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 31, 2017 5:40 pm | Nation

In addition, citizenship or refugee status will be canceled from dual citizens who have committed a terrorist act.

Presidents of Finland and US meet at the White House – Our Relationship With Finland Is a Very Close, Says Trump

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 29, 2017 10:15 am | Politics

“We are particularly grateful to the Finnish citizens who have sacrificed for our mutual security,” Trump said.

Still Gigging – Memphis Soul Legend William Bell Takes Over the Tent

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 24, 2017 7:32 pm | Music, Nation

William Bell, 78, the soul legend from Memphis US, arrived at the Helsinki Festival on Wednesday evening with a career spanning six decades, but the gig in Finland was his first.