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23 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Now 6,964
The number of infections has grown by 23 since our last update on Friday.
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23 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Now 6,964
The number of infections has grown by 23 since our last update on Friday.
Fallen Tree Causes Major Disturbances in Train Traffic
A fallen tree on the contact lines is causing major disturbances in the train traffic between Helsinki and Tampere on Saturday evening, according to the government-owned railway monopoly, VR.
30 New Coronavirus Infections Confirmed in Finland; Total Now 6,941
According to the new numbers released on Friday, there are 6,941 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland.
The City of Helsinki: School Reopening Didn’t Spread Coronavirus
The opening of schools did not increase the number of coronavirus infections in Helsinki, according to a press release by the city.
The Retaining Wall of the Helsinki Cathedral Covered With Spray-Painted Slogans Against Racism
On Thursday morning, spray-painted slogans against racism greeted the chief sacristan of the Helsinki Cathedral parish.
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Lego Pulls Advertising for Police-Related Toys In Support of Black Lives Matter
OFFSITE: The Danish toy manufacturer confirmed it would cease marketing for any toy sets related to the police.
How to Be Anti-Racist: Speak Out in Your Own Circles
OFFSITE: Being anti-racist means more than ridding yourself of racist attitudes, beliefs and behaviors.
Sweden is Rushing to Launch a Formal Inquiry Into its No-Lockdown Coronavirus Strategy, as Its Death Rate Remains Among the World’s Highest
Sweden is speeding up the launch of its inquiry into the effects of its controversial, lockdown-free approach to the coronavirus pandemic.
Greece Lifts its Lockdown on Hotels, Pools, Golf Courses
OFFSITE: International flights with screening procedures will return to Athens and Greece’s second-largest city of Thessaloniki starting on June 15.
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23 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Now 6,964
The number of infections has grown by 23 since our last update on Friday.
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Brazil Has Record New Coronavirus Cases, Surpasses France in Deaths
OFFSITE: Brazil reported a record 33,274 new cases of the novel coronavirus on Saturday.
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Rainy Weekend Ahead
The weekend forecast is looking rainy and windy.
Over 3,000 People Join the Black Lives Matter Protest in Helsinki; ‘I am So Very Proud of Finland,’ Says Organizer
“I am in shock that so many people attended,” says Andrea Moukoko, one of the organizers.
Flag Day of the Finnish Defence Forces Celebrated Honorably Under COVID-19 Restrictions
The rumble in the sky heard in various parts of the country on Thursday salute the Flag Day of the Finnish Defence Forces.
2,000 People to Join a Black Lives Matter March in Helsinki on Wednesday
In support of the impassioned rallies across the U.S., a Black Lives Matter march is to take place in Helsinki on Wednesday.
PICTURES: Bars and Restaurants Reopen For Business; Some Helsinki Terraces Full
As the government eases restrictions and summer begins, bars in Helsinki welcome people to their sun-lit terraces.
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The Police Officers Who Were Injured After an Explosive Went Off Have Been Released From the Hospital
The officers were injured after an explosive went off when they during the call opened the door to the apartment. Later a man, 41, was found dead in the apartment.
Helsinki to Establish a Business ‘Hotspot’ in the Senate Square
The City of Helsinki is preparing to transform the Senate Square into a new commercial meeting space in the summer.
Another Coronavirus Contraction in Sipoo; 13 Students Enter Quarantine
13 students are exposed to the virus and have been transferred to home quarantine on Tuesday where they will continue learning through remote connections.
11 Students Transferred to Quarantine in Mäntsälä After Staff Member of the School Contracts Coronavirus
The school has taken measures against the virus by, for example, marking the floors with tape.
Restaurants to Open on June 1; Here Are the Changes to Tackle the Coronavirus Spread
Restaurants and cafeterias are going to be open on June 1. On Tuesday, the government told us about the details.
A Student Contracts Coronavirus in Porvoo After the School Returns to Contact Teaching
A total of 17 students and four teachers have been exposed to the virus and are now in home quarantine.
Rumble in the Sky Over Many Parts of Finland for the Following Weeks
The Finnish Air Force will undertake two live air exercises in the following weeks.
The Government to Return to Work Normally After Negative Coronavirus Test Result
All government ministers switched to remote work yesterday by the decision of Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) as a precautionary measure.
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PICTURES: Bars and Restaurants Reopen For Business; Some Helsinki Terraces Full
As the government eases restrictions and summer begins, bars in Helsinki welcome people to their sun-lit terraces.
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Helsinki Survives 2019 Without Pedestrian Casualties in Traffic; Similar Result Recorded 111 Years Ago
“If we can trust the older sources, the last time we avoided pedestrian casualties was over a hundred years ago."
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Two Ministers of the Finnish Government Possibly Exposed to the Coronavirus; The Government Begins Remote Work
The ministers in question have been in the same space with a person who is suspected of being infected with the coronavirus.
The Government to Begin Lifting Restrictions Against the Coronavirus Spread; Full List Included
Here’s a list of the measures to be lifted.
The Police’s Guide to Vappu; All Established May Day Traditions Are Forbidden
The police will be monitoring the restrictions regarding gatherings and food and beverage service establishments in a visible manner on May Day.
Schools to Reopen on May 14; ‘We Shouldn’t Restrict Children’s Civil Rights More Than Necessary’
The government’s decision is based on health authorities’ assessment; the restrictions to tackle the coronavirus spread are going to be lifted on early childhood education and care and those on primary and lower secondary education.
Finland to Receive 100 Asylum Seekers from the Mediterranean Region
According to the Finnish Immigration Service MIGRI, the incomers will mostly be children without a guardian and single-parent families.
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