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Santa Claus at the March Against Climate Change in Helsinki: We Would Like to Have Winters as they Used to Be – 8,000 Join the March
According to Santa Claus, during the winter there should be a lot of snow and cold temperatures.
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“Everbody’s in a Sauna Together” – Here Are the Highlights of President Obama’s Visit in Finland
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Finns Have Decided: They Want to Live in Wintertime
In a survey by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, 52 percent of the respondents supported the idea of staying in wintertime.
First in the World! – Finland Receives Plastics Roadmap To Tackle Plastics Pollution
“Finland’s Plastics Roadmap is the first one of its kind and could well serve as a trendsetter for other countries.
Woman Found Dead at Tallink Silja Cruise Ferry – The Police Are Investigating If Crime is Involved
According to the police, the woman was Finnish and in her 30s.
Back to Rains and Chilly Temperatures – Finland Is Returning to Normal Autumn Weather
The temperatures are becoming cooler, day by day.
More Public Toilets, Investments in Internationalization – Here’s Helsinki Mayor’s Budget Plan
Preparation for the needs of a growing city lies at the heart of Mayor Jan Vapaavuori’s 2019 budget proposal.
President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev to Visit Finland Next Week
President Niinistö and President Nazarbayev last met in June 2017, when President Niinistö visited the Astana World Expo in Kazakhstan.
They could be granted a 'guts visa.'
Tiina Elovaara, MP of the Blue Reform partyMP of the Blue Reform Party: Society is Wasting Money By Deporting Active Immigrants With Guts
According to Tiina Elovaara, society is wasting money by deporting motivated and active people after a long asylum-seeking process without taking into account their commitment and achievements.
President Sauli Niinistö Was Caught Jogging With His Dog: “Don’t Do it! We Don’t Piss There”
Cameramen were waiting at the gates of Kesäranta when President Niinistö arrived in a grey hoodie with his dog.
Second Summer is Here – Expect Temperatures of 18 Degrees on Sunday
The warm weather is arriving from Sahara.
Government Reduces Size Limit of Enterprises Allowed to Lay Off Employees Easier
The grounds for dismissal would be amended only for enterprises employing fewer than 10 persons.
Here’s What You Should Know About the Strike and Overtime Ban on Wednesday
The industrial action is starting because the Finnish government has not withdrawn its draft law weakening protection against dismissal.
Disruptions Likely in Metro and Tram Services
The number of canceled services will vary from day to day according to the number of drivers available.
Robert Helenius Takes Home IBF Title – Knocks Out Erkan Teper Flat on His Back!
It was the left cross that sent Teper sleeping on the canvas.
Paranoid Thinking, Investments and Security Were Topics During the Visit of Russian Premier Medvedev
Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev visited Finland on Wednesday afternoon.
President Niinistö at the UN: There Is Now Reason to be Worried for Those of Us Who Believe in International Cooperation
"The international system we have built together is under pressure. Its capability and credibility are questioned," Niinistö said.
Police Catch Four People Suspected of Arson of Almost 250-Year-Old Church in Joensuu
During the night between Saturday and Sunday, the wooden Kiihtelysvaara Church was burnt to the ground.
Employment Increases in Finland – Over 45,000 Fewer Unemployed Than in August Last Year
The unemployment rate was 6.8 percent, or 0.7 percentage points lower than the previous year.
Finland to Speed Up Processing of Work-Based Residence Permits
“Each employee arriving in Finland is an important asset for their prospective employer, and delays in the residence permit process can at worst jeopardize companies’ operations," said Minister of the Interior Kai Mykkänen.
Anytime, Anywhere – Barbecue Guru Michael Strohecker Can Grill Anything For Up to 200 People
Have you ever tried catering for over ten people on a home barbecue? Something gets undercooked, other meats become burnt offerings and in the rush, there’s not so much time to entertain your guests. Michael Strohecker can change that.
Foreign Minister Soini Survives Parliament’s No-Confidence Vote Despite His Anti-Abortion Views
The parties in the opposition suggested that the parliament holds a no-confidence vote after opposing Soini's views on abortion.
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