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While the government aims to fully dismantle the nationwide restrictions and comprehensive recommendations when at least 80 percent of people over 12 have been vaccinated twice, in practice the restrictive measures can be lifted proactively even before reaching the target vaccination coverage, the government noted on Monday.

President Niinistö to Visit France to Meet French President Macron

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2021 2:13 pm | Politics

President Sauli Niinistö will make a working visit to France and meet President of France Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Tuesday.

408 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2021 12:11 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on September 6, 2021.

Warmer Weather Ahead

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2021 9:23 am | News

After a colder weekend, it’s about to get warmer.

561 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 3, 2021 1:09 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on September 3, 2021.

Helsinki Bans Nighttime Rides With E-Scooters During Weekends

Posted by Editorial Team | September 3, 2021 12:37 pm | Helsinki

During a trial period, the City of Helsinki is hoping to find out if injuries can be reduced.

Government Amends Border Restrictions for Saudi Arabia, Singapore and Others

Posted by Editorial Team | September 2, 2021 6:13 pm | Restrictions, Travel

The government adopted a decision on new entry restrictions at the external borders on Thursday based on the current coronavirus incidence rates.

Former Finnish President Martti Ahtisaari Withdraws From Peacemaking Duties Due to Illness

Posted by Editorial Team | September 2, 2021 5:33 pm | Politics

President Martti Ahtisaari, 84, is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, according to a statement by the Office of the President of the Republic.

683 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 2, 2021 12:04 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on September 2, 2021.

679 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2021 4:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Finnish Wheelchair Racer Toni Piispanen Wins Gold at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2021 3:38 pm | Sports

Wheelchair racer Toni Piispanen wins gold at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games 200-meter T51 class final on Tuesday.

The Finnish National Ice Hockey Team Beats Switzerland for Bronze at Women’s Worlds

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2021 2:44 pm | Sports

The Finnish women’s national ice hockey team wins bronze after beating the Swiss team 3–1 at the 2021 Women’s Worlds in Calgary, Canada on Tuesday night.

650 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 26, 2021 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 26, 2021.

574 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 25, 2021 2:38 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 25, 2021.

The Arctic City of Norilsk Has Ceased to Be at the Top Among the Dirtiest Cities of Russia

Posted by Editorial Team | August 24, 2021 5:07 pm | Business, News

Efforts by the world’s largest metal producer, Norilsk Nickel, to tackle environmental pollution seem to be yielding results.

Read the Full Transcript of President Niinistö’s Speech at the Ambassadors’ Conference

Posted by Editorial Team | August 24, 2021 3:28 pm | Pinned, President

In his speech at the Ambassadors’ Conference on Tuesday, President Sauli Niinistö talked about the situation in Afghanistan, the U.S., the E.U., the pandemic, the climate change, the spirit of Helsinki, and more.

644 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 24, 2021 2:29 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 24, 2021.

371 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 23, 2021 5:19 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 23, 2021.

Finland Brings Nearly Half of its Evacuees to Safety from Kabul; Operation Continues

Posted by Editorial Team | August 23, 2021 9:44 am | Government, News, Pinned

In total, there are about 240 people to be evacuated to Finland.

Powerful Thunderstorms Cause Floods Across Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 5:33 pm | Helsinki, News, Pinned

On Saturday morning, an exceptional amount of rain poured over the Finnish capital.

673 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 4:27 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 21, 2021.

The Finnish President Sends Troops to Kabul Airport to Support Evacuation Operation

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 4:12 pm | Government, News, Pinned

On Friday, President Sauli Niinistö decided to send a Defence Forces unit to Kabul International Airport to safeguard the evacuation operation of the Finnish relief team.