Foodora Leaves Finland on Friday; Refunds for Unused Coupons Detailed
It’s the last call for unused coupons. Foodora is ending its operations in Finland, with Friday marking its final day.
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Armed Police Respond to Gun Scare at a Helsinki Shopping Center on Wednesday Evening
A report of an armed individual at a shopping center in Kalasatama prompted a swift and heavy police response on Wednesday evening.
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Wolt Considers Cutting Dozens of Jobs in Finland Amid Rapid Growth
Wolt, the Finnish food delivery company with about 1,500 employees in Finland, has announced plans to reduce its Finnish workforce as part of an ongoing negotiation process.
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Heavy Snow and Freezing Rain to Cause Hazardous Driving Conditions in Southern Finland on Thursday
Southern Finland is expected to experience hazardous driving conditions on Thursday due to a forecast of heavy snowfall up to 10 to 15 centimeters.
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Finland Grants €72 Million Humanitarian Aid for 2026, Prioritizing Ukraine Global Crisis Relief and Disability Inclusion
Finland is allocating €72 million in humanitarian aid for early 2026, with substantial portions designated for Ukraine and other crisis regions around the world.
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Finnish President Stubb Visits Ukraine on Tuesday to Affirm Ongoing Support Amid War
Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s visit to Ukraine highlights Finland’s continued dedication to supporting Ukraine
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Finnish Trade Minister Ville Tavio Visits London to Boost Security, Defence and Space Tech Cooperation with the UK
Finnish minister Ville Tavio will travel to London to strengthen commercial and economic relations between Finland and the UK.
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Rain and Slippery Roads Expected Across Finland This Week; Wearing Boots Is Recommended
After a sunny and cold start to the week, Finland will see rain spreading from Thursday night...
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Man Arrested for Suspected Stabbing in a Helsinki Commercial Building on Monday Afternoon
A violent incident occurred Monday afternoon in a commercial building in Taka-Töölö, prompting an...
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Lions Clinch Olympic Bronze with Decisive 6–1 Victory Over Slovakia
The Finnish men’s national ice hockey team secured a decisive 6–1 victory over Slovakia to claim the Olympic bronze medal at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
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Snow Showers Sweep Across Southern Finland with Falling Temperatures and Blowing Snow Expected
Southern Finland is set to experience wintry weather this weekend, with clouds and scattered snow showers moving in from the west while daytime temperatures will hover between 0 and -4°C.
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GALLERY: Sofia and Yulia, Helsinki Zoo’s Sleepy Bears, Wake to the Sound of a Water Pipe
Two female bears at Helsinki’s Korkeasaari Zoo, Sofia and Yulia, recently ended a disrupted hibernation due to an early spring water pipe burst and mild winter weather.
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Herola and Hirvonen Win Silver for Finland in Nordic Combined Team Event at the Milan-Cortina Olympics
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen concluded their competition by winning Olympic silver in the Nordic combined team event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Thursday.
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Tuska 2026 Lineup Finalized: Loudness, Warmen and Caskets Join the Metal Festival
The Tuska 2026 festival in Helsinki has finalized its lineup.
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Finland Triumphs 3-2 in Overtime Thriller Against Switzerland to Advance to Olympic Semi-Finals
The Finnish men’s national ice hockey team, known as the Lions, advances to the medal rounds in the Olympic tournament.
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Wille Rydman Appointed as New Minister of Social Affairs and Health After Kaisa Juuso’s Resignation
Wille Rydman has been unanimously chosen by the Finns Party to become Finland’s new Minister of Social Affairs and Health, following the resignation of Kaisa Juuso (Finns).
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President Stubb to Meet President Macron in Paris to Discuss Bilateral Relations and Security Issues
President Alexander Stubb will visit Paris on 23 February 2026 to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron. The agenda includes peace efforts, current security policy issues and other topics.
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Finnish PM Orpo to Visit India, Highlight AI Cooperation and Strengthen Economic Ties
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is visiting New Delhi from February 17 to 20, accompanied by a business delegation, to enhance economic relations and showcase Finland’s expertise in artificial intelligence.
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Demands For Higher Pay to Close Wage Gaps for Nurses Result in a Three-day Strike
Nurses in Northern Finland will go on strike from February 17 to 19, while broader restrictions, including a conditional ban on shift changes and job hunting at major care groups, will continue across the sector.
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Suvi Minkkinen Wins Finland’s First Women’s Olympic Biathlon Medal with Bronze at Milan-Cortina
Biathlete Suvi Minkkinen won Olympic bronze in the women’s pursuit on Sunday at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, earning Team Finland its third bronze medal.
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Vihti Sets New Winter Low in Southern Finland at -32.8C as Finland Endures Deep Freeze
Vihti broke this winter’s low-temperature record in the south by dropping to -32.8C. Photograph:...
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Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Israel and Palestinian Territories for High-Level Talks on Bilateral Relations and Middle East Peace
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) will visit Israel and the Palestinian territories from February 15 to 16.
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Finland Sets Olympic Record with 11-0 Victory Over Italy, Showcasing Depth and Power-Play Prowess
Finland’s men’s hockey team delivered a dominant 11–0 victory over Italy, with seven different players scoring and setting an Olympic record for shots on goal.
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Finland Wins Bronze in Women’s Relay at Milan-Cortina Olympics, Ending 12-Year Medal Drought
Finland’s women’s 4×7.5km cross-country relay team won bronze at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
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Finland Stomps Sweden 4-1 in Olympic Ice Hockey
The Lions celebrated a sweet 4-1 victory over Team Sweden at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics at the Santagiulia Arena on Friday, February 12, 2026.
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Heavy Traffic Expected as Ski Holiday Begins in Southern Finland
With the skiing holiday approaching next week in Uusimaa, Southwest Finland and Satakunta, travelers driving to the north should prepare for heavy traffic congestion.
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Foodora to Cease Operations in Finland by February 2026, Affecting 80 Employees
Foodora announced on Friday that it will end its operations in Finland by the end of February. This decision impacts about 80 local employees.
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Extreme Cold to Grip Finland By the Weekend
Finland is set to experience challenging winter weather this week, with snowfall making driving hazardous in southern and central regions as well as parts of Lapland. Temperatures will plunge dramatically across the country by the weekend, reaching lows of -30C or colder.
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Eero Hirvonen Wins Finland’s First Medal of Milan-Cortina Olympics with Bronze in Nordic Combined
Eero Hirvonen made history for Finland at the Milan-Cortina Olympics by earning a bronze medal in the Nordic combined normal hill and 10 km cross-country event.
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Man Seriously Injured After Metro Train Accident at Helsinki Central Railway Station
A man sustained serious injuries after being hit by a metro train at the Helsinki Central Railway Station on Wednesday morning. The incident prompted police to investigate the cause of the accident and led to temporary delays in metro service.
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Major Fire at Jokoisten Leipä Bread Factory Prompts Hazard Warning and Investigation in Jokioinen
Early Sunday, a significant fire erupted at the Jokoisten Leipä bread factory in Jokioinen, leading authorities to issue a hazard warning because of health-threatening smoke and decreased visibility on surrounding roads.
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Finland’s Border Barrier Project on Track: 200 km Fence Nears Completion By the End of the Year to Bolster Security
Finland is constructing a 200-kilometer barrier along its eastern border to enhance independent border security. Over half of the fencing is already in place.
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Finland Sets 2026 Refugee Quota: Focus on Vulnerable Groups, 500 Places Allocated by Region and Need
Refugees will be accepted from several countries and emergency situations.
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President Stubb and Spouse to Attend 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony
President Alexander Stubb and his spouse will attend the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Italy on February 6, including a reception with the Italian president.
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Finland Confirms 103-Athlete Team and Sets Medal Target for Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
The Finnish Olympic Committee has completed its selection for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, announcing a team of 103 athletes aiming to secure at least six medals.
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Finland Honors Alvar Aalto and National Design Legacy with Flag Day on Architecture Day, February 3
Alvar Aalto, a trailblazing Finnish architect and designer, is renowned for his significant impact on modern architecture and design.
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K and I Trains Bypass Käpylä and Oulunkylä Due to Pasila Track Damage
Disruptions to main line train services are occurring today due to track damage in Pasila.
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Arctic Blast Grips Finland: Record Lows, Frost Warnings and Rare Southern Freeze
Finland is facing an exceptionally harsh cold spell, with temperatures dropping to unusually low levels in the southern areas and leading to widespread frost warnings.
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Finland Faces Record Surge in Assaults and Shoplifting in 2025, Official Data Reveals
Crime statistics in Finland for 2025 reveal a concerning upward trend, with overall assaults and thefts reaching record highs.
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Suspect Shoots Down Police Drone; Police Shoot at Man
A police operation in Nurmijärvi on Wednesday morning escalated when an armed man decided to flee a cordoned-off area.
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HSL App Ticket Purchase Issues Disrupt Thursday Morning Commute
On Thursday morning, users of the Helsinki Region Transport (HSL) mobile app faced problems buying tickets due to a technical fault.
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Finland Introduces Social Assistance Shake-Up: Stricter Rules, Lower Benefits and Direct Rent Payments Coming in 2026
The revised Act on Social Assistance, effective February 2026, introduces stricter eligibility criteria and reduced benefits for recipients in Finland.
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Finnish PM Orpo Meets President Xi in Beijing: Cordial Talks Focus on Cooperation, Trade Imbalance and New Agreements
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo visited Beijing and met with President Xi Jinping. Both leaders expressed intentions to strengthen cooperation.
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H5N1 Bird Flu Detected in Helsinki Wild Birds
Several wild birds in Helsinki have tested positive for H5N1 bird flu, leading city authorities to urge caution among residents and poultry owners.
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Man Found and Arrested for Attempted Homicide After Kaivopiha Incident in Helsinki
Helsinki police arrested a man on suspicion of attempted homicide after a violent altercation in the Kaivopiha passageway on Saturday evening.
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Finnish PM Orpo Heads to Beijing: Boosting Business Ties and Green Cooperation with China
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is traveling to Beijing from January 25 to 28 to hold meetings with senior Chinese officials and promote Finland’s business interests.
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Finland’s Leaders Honored by Ukraine for Outstanding Support and Strengthened Ties
The Ukrainian government has recognized Finnish leaders Prime Minister Orpo and former Prime Minister Sanna Marin with prestigious national awards in appreciation of their significant contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty amid ongoing challenges.
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Finland’s Immigration Dips but Diversity Soars; Record Number of Citizenships Granted Last Year
Statistics Finland reports that immigration to Finland decreased for the second consecutive year.
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Siberian Freeze Grips Finland: Temperatures Plunge as Arctic Air Sweeps In
Finland is experiencing a significant drop in temperatures as cold air from Siberia moves in.
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Starbucks Bids Farewell to the Cafe at the Academic Bookstore in Helsinki; VIEW GALLERY OF OPENING DAY
Starbucks, a leading global coffeehouse chain with thousands of locations worldwide, is planning to close its cafe at a prominent site in central Helsinki.
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