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Finns Casted Votes on Sunday in County and Municipal Elections for Council Seats

Posted by Editorial Team | 1 day ago | Nation, Politics

County and municipal elections are held today, allowing Finns to influence their representatives in councils for the next four years.

Aviation Unions Plan Protests at the Helsinki Airport, Disrupting Finnair Operations and Affecting 6,500 Passengers

Posted by Editorial Team | March 26, 2025 11:44 am | Nation, Travel

Trade unions are set to protest on Thursday afternoon against the government-owned aviation company Finnair, impacting operations at the Helsinki Airport.

Finland’s Weather Outlook: Warming Trend and Rainy Days Ahead

Posted by Editorial Team | March 21, 2025 8:34 am | Weather

Beginning next week, it is anticipated that Finland will experience rainfall on the majority of days across various regions.

Finland Reigns Supreme: The World’s Happiest Country for Eight Consecutive Years as U.S. Falls to 24th Place

Posted by Editorial Team | March 20, 2025 10:50 am | Nation

Finland, the happiest country in the world, has maintained its top position for eight consecutive years. Here are some reasons behind this happiness.

Egg Prices Are Set to Surge in America; U.S. Asks Finland for Help, but We Can’t Meet the Demand

Posted by Editorial Team | March 17, 2025 1:05 pm | Food & Drinks, Nation, Politics

The U.S. is exploring potential imports from Europe, with Finland being approached for assistance.

Sunny Wednesday Ahead, but Temperatures Fluctuate Across Finland This Week

Posted by Editorial Team | March 17, 2025 10:04 am | Weather

Temperatures are expected to fluctuate throughout the week, but sunshine is on the horizon.

Bakery Strike Causes Bread Shortage: Consumers Face Empty Shelves Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Posted by Editorial Team | March 14, 2025 10:29 am | Food & Drinks, Nation

The bakery strike is affecting bread selection in stores, leading to partly empty shelves and potential worsened shortages over the weekend.

Snowy Monday Ahead: Central Finland Braces for Heavy Snowfall While Southern Regions Enjoy a Mild 7 C! Then It Gets Much Cooler.

Posted by Editorial Team | March 10, 2025 10:32 am | Weather

Central Finland may see heavy snowfall on Monday, with temperatures around zero. Southern Finland could reach seven degrees Celsius, and cool temperatures are likely to persist.

Finland Stands with Ukraine: Flags, Lights and Unity on War Anniversary

Posted by Editorial Team | February 24, 2025 2:51 pm | Nation, Politics

Finland commemorates the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine with powerful displays of solidarity. The initiatives include flying flags, illuminating buildings in Ukraine’s national colors, and hosting a public candle-lighting ceremony at the Senate Square.

Finnish President Stubb Visits Ukraine, Calls for Renewed Focus in Peace Talks

Posted by Editorial Team | February 24, 2025 11:18 am | Politics, President

Finnish President Alexander Stubb visits Ukraine, emphasizing Finland’s support during Russia’s war and delivering a speech on assistance for Ukraine.

Bears Emerge from Hibernation at Korkeasaari Zoo: Playful Snowy Adventures Begin!

Posted by Editorial Team | February 22, 2025 6:37 pm | Environment

The bears at Korkeasaari Zoo have awakened from their hibernation and are now venturing into their snowy enclosure, gradually adapting to the arrival of spring.

Snow, Freezing Rain and Holiday Traffic: Finland Braces for a Busy Weekend on the Roads

Posted by Editorial Team | February 22, 2025 11:46 am | Nation

Holiday traffic increases as southern Finland residents head home, while central Finland travelers begin their vacations.

Finns Vote Jukka Risikko’s Lakeside Scene as 2024’s Most Beautiful Stamp – Explore the Top 10 Gallery

Posted by Editorial Team | February 21, 2025 11:47 am | Culture, Nation

Jukka Risikko’s serene lakeside photography has captivated the hearts of Finns, earning recognition as Finland’s most beautiful stamp of 2024.

Six Years of Waiting Did Not Help BASF in Finland to Start Production

Posted by Editorial Team | April 14, 2024 11:23 am | Business

BASF chose Harjavalta as the first European site to produce battery materials for the European automotive market, but is now forced to announce layoffs.

Vantaa School Shooting Claims One 12-Year-Old Victim and Leaves Two Seriously Injured

Posted by Editorial Team | April 2, 2024 10:30 pm | Crime, Nation, Vantaa

The shooting at Viertola school in Vantaa left a 12-year-old dead and two students of the same age seriously injured. The incident sent shockwaves through the nation on Tuesday.

Student, 12, Suspected in Vantaa School Shooting; Three Pupils Injured

Posted by Editorial Team | April 2, 2024 11:28 am | Crime, Nation, Vantaa

Police suspect a minor shot other students at Viertola school, Vantaa.

Fintraffic: Easter Traffic on Good Friday Similar to a Quiet Sunday

Posted by Editorial Team | March 29, 2024 1:29 pm | Nation, Travel

Fintraffic had previously estimated that Good Friday traffic would be heavy between the morning...

‘An Import Ban Would be Catastrophic’; Minister Rydman Explains Why the Nickel and Fertilizer Trade From Russia Continues

Posted by Editorial Team | March 22, 2024 11:53 pm | Business, Politics

Wille Rydman (Finns), the minister of economic affairs, defends the nickel trade, saying Finland and other Western countries depend on Nornickel’s nickel refining.

Finland is the World’s Happiest Country for the Seventh Year in a Row

Posted by Editorial Team | March 20, 2024 7:00 am | Nation

Finland, once again, is the happiest country in the world.

Addressing Labor Shortages in the EU: The Imperative of Enhancing Job Quality Alongside Skills Development

Posted by Editorial Team | February 19, 2024 4:15 pm | Sponsored content

Labor shortages have become a pressing issue as EU economies recover from COVID-19. But it will take more than skills development to address these shortages.

VR Cancels All Long-Distance Trains on Tuesday

Posted by Editorial Team | February 12, 2024 8:36 pm | Nation, Public transport

For safety reasons related to track damage, no long-distance train services will run on Tuesday.

Strikes Bring Public Transport to a Standstill on Friday; Here’s What Runs and What Doesn’t

Posted by Editorial Team | February 1, 2024 9:33 pm | Helsinki, Nation

Public transport will be disrupted on Friday.

A Wild Turn in Weather This Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | January 16, 2024 4:50 pm | Nation

Warmer weather is coming.

Helsinki Faces Extremely Cold Weather

Posted by Editorial Team | January 15, 2024 3:39 pm | Helsinki

The low-temperature record may be broken in Helsinki this week.

Snow Causes Problems for Tram Services on Friday

Posted by Editorial Team | January 12, 2024 1:32 pm | Helsinki, Public transport

The weather has once again caused Helsinki’s trams to run irregularly.

Finnish Eastern Border Remains Shut

Posted by Editorial Team | January 11, 2024 2:12 pm | Nation, Politics

The Finnish government has decided that the border crossing points on the land border between Finland and Russia will remain closed.

President Niinistö Had a Conversation with Chinese President Xi; Here’s What They Talked About

Posted by Editorial Team | January 10, 2024 3:04 pm | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö had a video conversation with the Chinese president, Xi Jinping, on Wednesday.

Man in Camouflage Pants Enters Turku School and Shocks Students with Long Steel Weapon on Tuesday

Posted by Editorial Team | January 9, 2024 7:35 pm | Crime, Turku

The students fled to the faculty office and called 112.

VR Cancels Trains Again This Week

Posted by Editorial Team | January 8, 2024 12:55 pm | Nation, Public transport

The freezing weather of the past few weeks continues to cause problems for passengers this week.

Slippery Roads Ahead as Weather Turns Milder

Posted by Editorial Team | January 8, 2024 12:15 pm | Nation

Temperatures will rise above zero in many places this week.

Several Long-Distance Trains Delayed for Hours on Friday

Posted by Editorial Team | January 5, 2024 11:14 am | Nation, Public transport

Train travelers are hit with yet another series of delays.

10,000 Passengers Affected Over Next Three Days as VR Cancels Trains

Posted by Editorial Team | January 5, 2024 11:13 am | Nation, Public transport

VR cancels trains for the following three days to “ensure the smoothest possible service.”

Mother and Child Found Dead After Avalanche in Pallastunturi, Lapland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 4, 2024 1:28 pm | Nation

A mother and her child were found dead in Pallastunturi, Lapland after an avalanche triggered a massive rescue operation.

Over 150 Helsinki Buses Canceled Wednesday Afternoon Due to Icy Weather

Posted by Editorial Team | January 3, 2024 6:33 pm | Helsinki, Public transport

The public transportation system has been struggling with the freezing conditions over the past few days.

Conscripts’ Willingness to Defend Finland Continues to Grow, Say Recent Graduates

Posted by Editorial Team | January 3, 2024 5:09 pm | Nation

The final survey of conscripts discharged in December showed a record-high level of satisfaction for the period 2014-2023.

Frost Froze Train Toilets on the Way from Rovaniemi to Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | January 3, 2024 6:51 am | Nation, Public transport, Travel

A long-distance train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki stopped for bathroom breaks in several cities along the way on Tuesday evening.

15-Year-Old Boy Shot in Pori Dies of His Injuries

Posted by Editorial Team | January 2, 2024 12:26 pm | Crime, Nation

The suspected crime took place in a flat in an apartment building on New Year’s Eve.

Trains Delayed for Hours

Posted by Editorial Team | January 2, 2024 11:18 am | Nation, Public transport

This morning, train service was delayed across much of the country.

Read President Sauli Niinistö’s Last New Year’s Speech Word for Word

Posted by Editorial Team | January 1, 2024 1:25 pm | Nation, Politics

In his New Year’s address, President Sauli Niinistö touched on climate change, the fact that “things have to get better,” Ukraine, Gaza, Russia, Europe, NATO, and more. Read President Niinistö’s end-of-term speech word for word.

Read Prime Minister Orpo’s New Year Address in Full

Posted by Editorial Team | December 31, 2023 2:20 pm | Nation, Politics

Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s (NCP) New Year speech included remarks on NATO, Russia, the European Union, Hamas, Gaza … the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Finland as a country “with a dangerous level of debt.” We publish Prime Minister Orpo’s full speech.