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Pori, Under Jalen Ngonda’s Spell

Jalen Ngonda lit up Pori Jazz with a falsetto-rich soul set, drawing a large crowd and confirming his rise as a headliner in the making.

GALLERY: Sunlit Friday Frames at Pori Jazz

This Friday gallery captures Pori Jazz under clear skies, where sunlight, music and movement shape the day.

‘The Odyssey’ Film Review: Nolan’s Greek Epic Trades Dust for Pure Cinematic Voltage

Christopher Nolan takes a stubborn foundational text and turns it into a lean, propulsive IMAX myth. The result feels both ancient and urgently watchable.

66,000 Fans Make Tuska 2026 the Biggest in Festival History

Tuska Festival has cemented its position as one of Europe’s premier metal events, drawing a record-breaking 66,000 attendees to Helsinki’s Suvilahti over three days.

Chanting for a Guitar God: Megadeth Rules Tuska in a Heavy Metal Downpour

Our Megadeth live review from Tuska Festival reflects a journalist’s close look at a night defined by Teemu Mäntysaari and Dave Mustaine guiding the band through a forceful farewell tour set at the Finnish concert.

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The Tuska Lineup Is Too Good to Skip – Here Are 10 Standouts

Here are ten hand-picked acts you cannot miss.

Teemu Mäntysaari: Megadeth’s Finnish Guitar Ace on the Band’s Final Chapter

Megadeth brings its farewell tour to Finland’s Tuska metal festival on Friday, where Mäntysaari will showcase his contribution to Megadeth’s final chapter on home soil.

‘In the Grey’ Film Review: From Slow Burn to Snatch-Speed

Guy Ritchie’s new film opens with a jolt, then settles into a slow, teasing rhythm that hints at danger without giving away its hand. My final score is a perfect 100%.

‘Mortal Kombat II’ Film Review: The One Fans Have Been Waiting For

A return to the iconic battleground captivates the audience with breathtaking fight scenes, meticulous attention to detail and an engaging story that remains faithful to its origins.

VIDEO: Heat, Harmony and Protest Signs in Hakaniemi

The Hakaniemi Market Square was buzzing as Finland’s largest May Day parade kicked off under the warm Friday sun. Catch the moments we captured on video!

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Politics

Millions Earmarked to Enhance Finland’s Anti‑Drone Shield

Interior Minister Mari Rantanen (Finns) emphasized a million investment as crucial for improving detection and countering of drones along Finland’s eastern border and coastline.

President Stubb Heads to Egypt for High‑Level Talks

President Alexander Stubb will visit Egypt on Tuesday for high-level discussions, cultural engagements and business connections.

Tourist Tax Plan Set to Shake Up Finnish Travel

Finland is planning a tourist tax that may leave travelers paying more for their trip.

Stubb and Valtonen Join Key Meetings in Washington, D.C.

Finland’s president and foreign minister will visit Washington in mid-April for the annual Bilderberg Meeting, followed by public talks and high-level meetings across the U.S. capital.

Finland and Canada Set for Busy Bilateral Visit

Finland’s president will spend two days in Ottawa meeting Canadian leaders,...

Music

Pori, Under Jalen Ngonda’s Spell

Jalen Ngonda lit up Pori Jazz with a falsetto-rich soul set, drawing a large crowd and confirming his rise as a headliner in the making.

GALLERY: Sunlit Friday Frames at Pori Jazz

This Friday gallery captures Pori Jazz under clear skies, where sunlight, music and movement shape the day.

66,000 Fans Make Tuska 2026 the Biggest in Festival History

Tuska Festival has cemented its position as one of Europe’s premier metal events, drawing a record-breaking 66,000 attendees to Helsinki’s Suvilahti over three days.

Chanting for a Guitar God: Megadeth Rules Tuska in a Heavy Metal Downpour

The Tuska Lineup Is Too Good to Skip – Here Are 10 Standouts

Here are ten hand-picked acts you cannot miss.

Films

‘The Odyssey’ Film Review: Nolan’s Greek Epic Trades Dust for Pure Cinematic Voltage

Christopher Nolan takes a stubborn foundational text and turns it into a lean, propulsive IMAX myth. The result feels both ancient and urgently watchable.

‘In the Grey’ Film Review: From Slow Burn to Snatch-Speed

Guy Ritchie’s new film opens with a jolt, then settles into a slow, teasing rhythm that hints at danger without giving away its hand. My final score is a perfect 100%.

‘Mortal Kombat II’ Film Review: The One Fans Have Been Waiting For

A return to the iconic battleground captivates the audience with breathtaking fight scenes, meticulous attention to detail and an engaging story that remains faithful to its origins.

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Film Review: I Know Where I Was When the Fun Stopped

The actors manage to make this shallow fashion-drama somewhat watchable.

‘Michael’ Film Review: Fuqua Swaps Gunfights for Moonwalk in a Bright Biopic of the King of Pop

Action-man Antoine Fuqua trades gunfire for groove in a vivid biopic that sets aside scandal and spotlights the making of a legend.

Business

A Three‑Day Coffee Wonderland Is Brewing in Helsinki

A three-day flavor festival is set to take place at the Helsinki Cable Factory.

Yle: Fuel Costs Force Slower Sailings on the Helsinki–Stockholm Line

Viking Line will slow its Helsinki–Stockholm crossings from April 13 to save fuel as costs rise amid the war in Iran. The company is shifting departure times but keeping fares steady, while Tallink Silja is making similar changes.

Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov Visits Finland for Talks on Bilateral Relations and Security Policy

Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov of Uzbekistan is visiting Finland to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss foreign and security policy with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP).

President Stubb to Strengthen Ties with India on Landmark 2026 State Visit Beginning Today

President Alexander Stubb is scheduled to visit India from March 4 to 7, 2026, representing an important move toward enhancing bilateral relations.

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Rome for Diplomatic Talks, Business Forum and Arctic Policy Speech

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) is scheduled to visit Rome from March 2 to 3 to enhance diplomatic and economic relations between Finland and Italy.