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Canadian Expats Celebrate World Hockey Championship Over Finland, Swim At Havis Amanda

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 23, 2016 3:34 am | Culture

It was the Canadians’ turn to jump into the fountain of Havis Amanda.

Finns Celebrate Crushing of Russia in World Ice Hockey Semi-finals

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 21, 2016 10:24 pm | Nation

Hockey fans go crazy after Finland beats Russia 3-1 at the ice hockey world championship semi-final game.

Strong Beer to Arrive in Grocery Stores – The Reforms in Alcohol Act, Explained

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 20, 2016 2:16 pm | Business, Culture

If all goes well, strong beer, cider and long drinks (up to 5.5%) will arrive in the corner store near you January 2017.

Shirly Karvinen of Chinese and Finnish Descent is Miss Finland 2016

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 14, 2016 2:57 am | Culture

“I would like people to remember me as someone who represented Finland in a very elegant way,” said Shirly Karvinen, Miss Finland 2016.

President Niinistö and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg: “Small Countries Think Alike”

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 10, 2016 7:18 pm | Politics

Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa of Luxembourg arrived at the Presidential Palace for an official state visit late on Tuesday afternoon.

Selah Sue Proves in Helsinki Why Following Prince’s Advice Was a Good Idea

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 5, 2016 7:17 pm | Music

The performance of the Belgian singer, Selah Sue, was one of the year’s best so far.

IN PICTURES: The Vappu Celebrations Kick Off in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 1, 2016 12:16 pm | Culture, Human Interest, Lifestyle

Here are the highlights of the vappu eve in Helsinki.

The Estonian President Ilves Plays Rock and Pop Classics to a Crowd of Hundreds in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 30, 2016 8:42 pm | Music

The Estonian president, Toomas Hendrik Ilves, plays a selection of rock classics to a mesmerized crowd at Club Kaiku in Helsinki.

IN PICTURES: The Australian Governor-General Peter Cosgrove Arrives in Finland for the First State Visit

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 28, 2016 7:16 am | Nation, Politics

The state visit will focus on the bilateral relationship between Australia and Finland, with particular emphasis on both countries’ business, innovation and defence links.

In the Future, the Amount of Taxi Companies Could Skyrocket and Your Car Would Be Tracked

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 18, 2016 6:39 pm | Nation, Politics

The transport minister, Anne Berner, wants to free the taxi services to competition and a tracking device could follow your car in order to calculate the expenses based on the usage.

Award-Winning Actress Croze Praises Her Finnish Counterpart Mikko Nousianen’s English in ‘2 Nights Till Morning’

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 15, 2016 6:28 pm | Culture, Films, Nation

In the intense Finnish relationship drama ‘2 Nights Till Morning’ the dialogue is gripping in English.

IN PICTURES: The Funky Elephant Wraps Up the Weekend With Irresistible Tunes

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 11, 2016 1:55 pm | Culture, Music, Nation

The weekend of funk ends appropriately.

IN PICTURES: The First Day of the Funky Elephant Festival

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 9, 2016 3:06 pm | Music, Nation

The funkiest festival in Finland kicks off strongly.

IN PICTURES: The VIP Opening Ceremony of the New Latin Club Oficina in Helsinki Centre

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 8, 2016 8:19 pm | Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drinks, Lifestyle, Nation

The new Latin American restaurant and club provides a relaxing atmosphere for the early evening.

The Turkish Prime Minister Denies Sending Children Back to Syria: “They Are Like Our Children”

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 8, 2016 10:40 am | Human Interest, Nation, Politics

The Turkish prime minister, Ahmet Davutoğlu, arrived in Finland for the first time as the premier.

Robert Helenius Loses Against the French Boxer Duhaupas But Promises to Come Back Stronger

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 3, 2016 6:44 pm | Boxing, Nation

Robert Helenius suffered a loss at Helsinki Arena on Saturday night. He promised to come back stronger.

Hundreds Join the International Pillow Fight Day in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 2, 2016 6:35 pm | Culture

The feathers flew everywhere as hundreds joined for the first pillow fight day in Helsinki.

The Blunder of Dirty Needles at Huslab Explained; Kind Of

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 2, 2016 12:02 pm | Nation

19 patients were exposed to viruses after a lab technician used dirty needles. The course of the events is still unclear.

Robert Helenius Displays His Devastating Punching Power Two Days Before Title Fight

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 31, 2016 11:12 pm | Boxing

Robert Helenius, the Finnish heavyweight giant, and his opponent, Johann Duhaupas, displayed their skills at a press training session on Thursday.

A Strike Disrupts VR’s Long-Distance Trains on Thursday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 31, 2016 11:08 am | Nation

According to VR, a strike disrupts VR’s long-distance train services on Thursday March 31

Sabina Ddumba ‘the Lauryn Hill of Sweden’ Proves Why She is Compared With the All-Time Greats

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 30, 2016 4:34 pm | Music, Nation

Sabina Ddumba charmed club Tavastia with her smooth soulful voice.

The Finnish Immigration Service Closes Dozens of Reception Centres – Reduces the Number of Beds by Thousands

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 30, 2016 4:27 am | Nation

At the beginning of the year, the number of asylum seekers has been moderate and beds in units are becoming vacant as some asylum seekers choose to leave the country voluntarily or they receive decisions.

A Hunt for Golden Eggs Ends in a Disaster When Greedy People Pick the Eggs Before the Start

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 26, 2016 3:20 pm | Culture

The eggs included a prize ranging from a gift certificate to a night in a suite at Clarion Hotel Helsinki.

20,000 People Observe Jesus’ Way to the Cross on Good Friday Night – Via Crucis in Pictures

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 26, 2016 3:18 am | Culture

Via Crucis, The Way of the Cross, gathered about 20,000 people around Helsinki centre on the night of Good Friday.

Miekkailija ‘The Fencer’ Wins the Jussi for Best Film – Here Are the Highlights of the Finnish Film Awards

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 20, 2016 2:09 am | Films, Nation

Here are the highlights of 2015 Jussi Awards, the most prestigious prize ceremony of the Finnish film industry.

A Girl, 3, Went Missing On Sunday Morning in Turenki – Found Dead in a River Near Home

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 14, 2016 12:00 am | Nation

On Sunday evening, a girl, 3, was found dead in Hiidenjoki, a river, located only two kilometres from her home.

Legendary Jethro Tull Performs With Fire in Helsinki While the Frontman Ian Anderson Turns 69

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 13, 2016 10:41 pm | Music

Jethro Tull is one of the legendary groups from the ’70’s still delivering a stunning performance.

Here is the Cream of the Finnish Music Scene – The Winners of Emma Gala in VIDEO And PICTURES

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 12, 2016 9:25 am | Music, Nation

The hottest Finnish artists were awarded with Emmas, the most prestigious prize of Finnish music scene, on Friday night.

Over 500 Tractors Will Roll Into Helsinki to Protest Against the Farmers’ Distress

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 11, 2016 8:44 am | Nation

Over 500 tractors will roar in the roads of the capital region on Friday morning as about 3,000 farmers arrive to the Senate Square to demonstrate against bureaucracy, cartels and crooked businessmen.

Finland Ranks As the Most Literate Country In the World

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 8, 2016 6:57 pm | Culture, Nation

Finland is the most literate country in the world, reveals a study published on Tuesday.

Melissa Horn Charms Savoy Theatre With Her Voice of Gold

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 7, 2016 1:59 pm | Music, Nation

The experience of hearing Melissa Horn’s voice live for the first time is soothing like fine Malbec and intoxicating like rare whisky.

VIDEO: Robert Helenius Faces Johann Duhaupas in a 30-second Staredown

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 5, 2016 2:56 pm | Boxing, Nation

With their gaze of steel, Robert Helenius and his French opponent, Johann Duhaupas, tried to mentally submit each other; the staredown must have lasted about 30 seconds.

10 Million US Dollar Coin Visits Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 27, 2016 4:30 pm | Nation

The Flowing Hair Silver Dollar is the first American dollar struck, the finest known (150 left in the world), and was on display at the National Museum in Helsinki.

‘Room’: Film Review

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 26, 2016 12:44 pm | Films

Room portrays a conflict of two forces: one born free, the other in captivity. It’s a masterpiece.

Robbers Fire Bullets to a Money Van in Salo – Escape Continues

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 25, 2016 4:06 pm | Nation

On Thursday morning, a group of five to six robbers approached the van of the British multinational security firm. They carried machine guns. They fired a few shots to the windshield, and forced out the driver.

Laura, Linda and Anette Brew Beer, But In Finnish they ‘Screw’

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 24, 2016 3:47 pm | Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drinks, Nation

Laura, Linda and Anette decided to start brewing beer last autumn and so Crimson was born. The India red ale is marketed with a double-minded slogan “Tytötkin panee!” which translates into raw English as “Girls Screw Too!”.

We Photographed the Key Slogans of Students Leaving High School in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 18, 2016 5:40 pm | Culture

“A nerd today, your boss tomorrow,” one banner said.

VR Lowers the Prices of Long-Distance Train Fares Permanently

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 16, 2016 3:31 pm | Nation

In general, a regular passenger has now two options: a basic or a saver ticket.

Casino Helsinki Turns Into a Playboy Mansion

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 15, 2016 7:08 pm | Entertainment, Nation

We joined the Playboy Party with German Playmates.

We Tasted Some of the Finest Spirits in the World at UISGE Whisky Festival

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 15, 2016 3:00 pm | Food & Drinks, Human Interest, Nation

Me and my assistant are in no way whisky experts. But we appreciate a good spirit when we find one. We found plenty at the two-day annual whisky festival, UISGE.

Robert Helenius Faces Duhaupas – The Winner Two Fights Away From World Title Fight

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 12, 2016 2:56 pm | Boxing, Nation

If Helenius wins his next fight against Frenchman Johann Duhaupas, he will become a top contender against the world champion, Deontay Wilder.

‘Deadpool’: Film Review

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 12, 2016 11:42 am | Films

Deadpool delivers with a strong screenplay and a lead actor perfect for the job. What more can you wish for?

Caruna’s Electric Distribution Scandal, Explained

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 9, 2016 3:36 am | Nation

Caruna, the largest electric distribution company in Finland, has infuriated its customers by raising the transmission fees with about 30 per cent.

Protesters Demand Closing of Borders from Islam and Refugees – Helsinki a Part of Mass Demonstration

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 6, 2016 10:34 pm | Nation

Cities across Europe gather to demonstrate against Islam. Helsinki was one of them.

Here Are the Winners of 2016 Funky Awards

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 2, 2016 7:48 pm | Music, Nation

The hottest names in the Finnish groovy music scene received awards last weekend.

‘The Revenant’: Film Review

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 30, 2016 11:34 pm | Films

Leonardo DiCaprio gives a performance of his life in the epic saga, The Revenant, and he doesn’t even talk much.

Imagine Dragons Take Helsinki Arena by Storm

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 30, 2016 12:52 am | Music, Nation

Imagine Dragons take over Helsinki Arena under the eyes of more than 10,000 screaming fans.

Heavy Snowstorm Will Hinder Traffic on the Roads and Railways in Southern Finland on Tuesday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 12, 2016 5:53 am | Nation

As much as 30 centimetres of snow is expected to fall during a snowstorm starting from Tuesday morning. The snowfall, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute, will last long into Wednesday night.