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Finnkino Scape is Not Just a Cinema, It’s an Experience

Posted by Tony Öhberg | July 1, 2016 2:39 pm | Entertainment, Nation

At a higher cost, you get to enjoy luxurious seats, a 4K laser projector and Dolby Atmos sound system.

‘Independence Day: Resurgence’: Film Review

Posted by Tony Öhberg | July 1, 2016 8:13 am | Films

The aliens are ready to take over the Earth in a weak sequel.

There’s Nothing Stopping the Samba in Finland – Not Even Pouring Rain and Gusting Wind

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 18, 2016 9:24 pm | Culture

Hundreds of samba dancers took over the Helsinki center with the keys to the city in hand.

The EU Council President Donald Tusk in Finland: “When Discussing Security, Russia is Our Common Problem”

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 17, 2016 5:24 am | Politics

Prime Minister Juha Sipilä discusses defence politics with the EU Council President Donald Tusk.

Alcohol Over 70 Percent More Expensive in Finland Than the EU Average – Food 20 Percent Above the Norm

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 16, 2016 8:25 pm | Culture

Alcohol is 72 percent more expensive in Finland than in the European Union on average, and the prices of food and non-alcoholic drinks exceed the EU norm by about 20 percent.

The First Summerburst Festival in Helsinki Turns Hernesaari Shore Into a Small Ibiza

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 12, 2016 6:42 pm | Music

Hernesaaren Ranta hosted the first Summerburst festival on Saturday.

Lebanese FM Bassil Worried Whether Finland Will Retain Its Image During Refugee Crisis

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 10, 2016 7:56 pm | Politics

Foreign Minister Timo Soini and his Lebanese counterpart Gebran Bassil ponder mass migration in Helsinki.

5 Seconds of Summer Has the Audience in Tears at Helsinki Arena

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 4, 2016 1:00 am | Music

If there were any guys among the thousands observing the Australian pop-punk group perform on Friday evening at Helsinki Arena, I didn’t see any.

We Visited the Luxurious Public Sauna ‘Löyly’ in Helsinki And It Was More Than We Wished For

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 2, 2016 7:48 pm | Culture

We visited the multimillion-euro sauna complex that aims to become the common man’s sauna in Helsinki.

IN PICTURES: The First Day of World Village Festival

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 28, 2016 10:27 pm | Music

The celebration of multiculturalism in pictures.

Moose Breaks Into a Bank in Helsinki’s Töölö District

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 26, 2016 11:27 am | Nation

Police was sent on a wild moose chase on Thursday morning in Helsinki, after the wild animal broke through the window of Nordea bank at Museokatu in Töölö district.

‘Alice Through the Looking Glass’: Film Review

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 25, 2016 8:10 pm | Films

Witty, whimsical, and often nonsensical is a pretty accurate description of the Alice in Wonderland sequel.

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!”.