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Latvian and Finnish Prime Ministers Discussed Ending the Russian ‘Hybrid Attack’

Posted by Editorial Team | November 25, 2023 10:26 am | Politics

Prime Minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) and Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina met in Helsinki on Friday.

The Sun Sets in Nuorgam This Afternoon; It Will Rise in Mid-January Next Year

Posted by Editorial Team | November 25, 2023 9:39 am | Nation

Kaamos, or the polar night, will begin in Finnish Lapland this weekend.

Government Decides to Establish Registration Centers for Asylum Seekers

Posted by Editorial Team | November 24, 2023 5:00 pm | Nation, Politics

In an extraordinary meeting on November 24, the government decided that people arriving across the eastern border will be processed in registration centers.

Finland Closes All East Border Crossings But One

Posted by Editorial Team | November 24, 2023 2:16 pm | Politics

The government adopted these new restrictions at an extraordinary session on November 22, 2023. The decision will be in effect until December 23, 2023.

President Niinistö and his Spouse Pay an Official Visit to Poland

Posted by Editorial Team | November 20, 2023 12:22 pm | President

President Niinistö previously visited Poland in 2020 to participate in the commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.

Restrictions Must Be Imposed at Border Crossings: ‘It Will Not Stop By Itself’

Posted by Editorial Team | November 15, 2023 2:29 pm | Nation, President

During his visit to Germany, President Sauli Niinistö commented on the increase in the number of undocumented asylum seekers from Russia to Finland.

President Niinistö Began a Two-day Visit to Germany

Posted by Editorial Team | November 15, 2023 2:28 pm | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö and his spouse, Jenni Haukio, will pay an official visit to Germany on November 15-16, 2023.

Finnish ‘Alan Wake 2’ Receives Eight Nominations at the ‘Video Game Oscars’

Posted by Editorial Team | November 14, 2023 8:11 pm | Entertainment

Full of references to Finland, the horror adventure relies on blue-and-white exoticism.

Minister of the Interior Rantanen: Preparations for Restrictive Measures on the Eastern Border Will Begin

Posted by Editorial Team | November 14, 2023 3:47 pm | Nation, Politics

So far, it has not been decided in what concrete way border crossings will be restricted. But options are available.

More Undocumented Asylum Seekers on the Eastern Border

Posted by Editorial Team | November 13, 2023 9:40 am | Nation

Previously, the Russian authorities did not allow passengers to travel from Russia to the Finnish border if the passenger did not have the required travel documents.

The State Funeral of Former President Martti Ahtisaari Takes Place Today: Here’s How to Observe

Posted by Editorial Team | November 10, 2023 10:24 am | Nation, Politics, President

The state funeral of former President Ahtisaari will begin with the funeral service at the Helsinki Cathedral. President Ahtisaari will be buried in Hietaniemi Cemetery next to other former Finnish presidents.

Flags Are Raised in Honor of the Finnish-Swedish Identity

Posted by Editorial Team | November 6, 2023 11:09 am | Flag Days

Today flags are hoisted to honor the Finnish Swedish Heritage Day.

Strikes Approach: Industrial Action Could Shut Factories Across Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | November 6, 2023 10:16 am | Nation

Political industrial actions are expected in different parts of Finland this week. The actions are against the government’s plans to cut working conditions and income.

SURVEY: Loneliness and Discrimination Overshadow Immigrant Health in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | November 3, 2023 11:24 am | Nation

Experiences of discrimination are very common among immigrants, according to a recent survey that examines the health, well-being and social and health service experiences of foreign-born adults living in Finland.

More Than Two Months of Disruption to Part of the East Helsinki Metro Line

Posted by Editorial Team | November 1, 2023 1:50 pm | Helsinki

The service will be interrupted due to renovation work.

Independence Day Reception at Presidential Palace Highlights Changes

Posted by Editorial Team | October 31, 2023 5:32 pm | Nation, Politics, President

This is the last time that President Niinistö will host the Independence Day reception at the Presidential Palace after serving the maximum two terms.

Popular Little Finlandia May Become a Temporary Home for Daycare Centers and Schools

Posted by Editorial Team | October 31, 2023 4:40 pm | Business, Helsinki

Finlandia Hall and the City of Helsinki have different views on the future of Little Finlandia.

Neste Recognized as a Leader in Supporting Children’s Rights

Posted by Editorial Team | October 31, 2023 11:06 am | Business

Neste has been identified as a leader in the Global Child Forum’s global assessment of children’s rights and business.

SURVEY: Regular Alcohol Consumption Among Finns on the Decline

Posted by Editorial Team | October 30, 2023 1:15 pm | Culture

The proportion of people who drink alcohol weekly or more often has decreased.

Immigration to Finland Reaches Record Levels

Posted by Editorial Team | October 26, 2023 11:12 am | Nation

The number of immigrants in the January-September period was the highest on record.

EU Survey: Finland Considered One of the Most Racist Countries

Posted by Editorial Team | October 25, 2023 5:33 pm | Nation

People of African descent are routinely met with unfair treatment and bias when seeking jobs or homes. Racial discrimination, harassment and violence continue to haunt their daily lives, according to the report, “Being Black in the EU.”

Slower Speed Limits Introduced on Roads

Posted by Editorial Team | October 23, 2023 1:34 pm | Nation

Winter and dark season speed limits will be introduced nationwide by Friday. But there are some exceptions.

Finnish Immigration Service Pilots Automated Decision-Making in Granting Residence Permits for Students

Posted by Editorial Team | October 19, 2023 2:45 pm | Nation

On Thursday, the Finnish Immigration Service began using automated decision-making to process student permits.

Finland Mourns the Passing of the Former Finnish President, Martti Ahtisaari

Posted by Editorial Team | October 16, 2023 4:10 pm | Nation, President

The former Finnish president, Martti Ahtisaari, a peacemaker and a humanitarian, passed away at the age of 86, after a long illness.

Finnish Government Plans to Tighten Access to Citizenship; Here’s How

Posted by Editorial Team | October 16, 2023 11:36 am | Nation, Politics

The aim “is to tighten the conditions for naturalization and encourage integration,” the Ministry of the Interior notes.

Finnish State Forestry Enterprise Metsähallitus Starts Redundancy Talks Involving 460 Employees

Posted by Editorial Team | October 13, 2023 8:52 am | Nation

The negotiations may lead to the dismissal of up to 60 people, and a large number of fixed-term contracts will end.

Traffic in Helsinki and Tampere Blocked by ‘Slow’ Elokapina Protests

Posted by Editorial Team | October 9, 2023 12:12 pm | Nation

The slow marches are part of Elokapina’s autumn campaign.

Somali Community Mourns Victims of Devastating Fire in Vantaa That Claimed Lives of Mother and Four Children on Sunday

Posted by Editorial Team | October 8, 2023 3:05 pm | Nation, Vantaa

Five people were rescued from an apartment in Vantaa, Hakunila, but all five died despite attempts to revive them.

Metro Service Will Run Irregularly on Saturday After the Lighting Strike That Sounded “Like an Explosion”

Posted by Editorial Team | September 23, 2023 11:44 am | Helsinki, Public transport

Lightning struck near Herttoniemi metro station, disrupting metro services in Helsinki around 10:30 on Saturday morning.

Varpu Storm Hit Finland Hard; Trees Fell; 20,000 Households Were Without Electricity

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2023 8:39 pm | Nation

A storm called Varpu hit many parts of the country hard on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

First Raphael’s Artwork in NFT Released

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2023 1:24 pm | Russia

The first virtual Non-Fungible Token (NFT) artwork has been released by Russia’s famed Hermitage Museum.

Autumn Storm to Hit Finland Tonight; The Storm Likely to Continue on Wednesday Morning

Posted by Editorial Team | September 19, 2023 7:37 pm | Nation

Finland will be hit by an autumn storm overnight and on Wednesday. Winds are forecast to be dangerously strong.

Police To Intensively Monitor Use of Mobile Phones in Traffic This Week

Posted by Editorial Team | September 19, 2023 4:19 pm | Nation

The police will also intervene in failure to wear seat belts, protective helmets and the use of child safety devices in road traffic.

UNESCO Supports Removal of Ugandan Tombs From Endangered List

Posted by Editorial Team | September 18, 2023 3:12 pm | World News

Successful restoration work has led the Kasubi Tombs to be removed from the List of World Heritage in Danger.

Sanna Marin Has Resigned Parliament

Posted by Editorial Team | September 12, 2023 5:25 pm | Parliament, Politics

Parliament has accepted the resignation of the former prime minister and MP, Sanna Marin (SDP).

Heavy Rains Caused Floods in Helsinki Center; Metro Station Was Shut, Water Leaked Into Properties

Posted by Editorial Team | August 31, 2023 7:15 pm | Helsinki

The rainy Thursday morning kept the rescue services busy in Helsinki.

No Need to ‘Wave’ for the New Express Tram (LRV) in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | August 30, 2023 10:44 am | Helsinki, Public transport

Here’s how the passengers will interact with the new light rail vehicle that could start operating in the near future.

Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms Ahead on Wednesday, Two Days After Monday’s Floods and Rainstorms

Posted by Editorial Team | August 30, 2023 1:08 am | Nation

Monday’s rains were just the beginning. More rain and thunderstorms are to follow on Wednesday.

New Night Tram to Begin Operating on Weekends

Posted by Editorial Team | August 18, 2023 10:19 am | Helsinki, Nation, Public transport

A new night tram 9N starts running from the West Terminal tonight.

The Night of the Arts Brings Hundreds of Free Events Across Helsinki on Thursday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 17, 2023 4:41 pm | Culture, Helsinki

There will once again be hundreds of events of all kinds held in a variety of venues, from clubs...

For Whom the Bell Tolls; Helsinki Railway Station’s Bell Tower to Ring Bells for the First Time Ever on Sunday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 17, 2023 2:16 pm | Helsinki

Next Sunday you can witness a histric moment when the bell tower of the Helsinki Railway Station will ring for the first time ever.

Fortum’s Lessons for Western Companies Left in Russia

Posted by Editorial Team | July 28, 2023 4:13 pm | Russia

Western companies that remain in Russia fear the risk of losing all their property.

Here’s How U.S. President Joe Biden’s Visit Will Limit Traffic in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | July 10, 2023 2:24 pm | Helsinki, Nation

The visit will cause traffic changes in the Helsinki city center. Here’s how.

Finland Continues to Impose Tighter Restrictions on Travel by Citizens of Russia

Posted by Editorial Team | July 10, 2023 1:56 pm | Nation

Starting today, restrictions will be tightened for business travelers, property owners and students.

U.S. President Joe Biden to Visit Finland in July

Posted by Editorial Team | July 3, 2023 10:52 am | Nation

President Sauli Niinistö will host a visit of President Joe Biden of the United States to Finland and a U.S.-Nordic Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

Helsinki Airport Awarded The 2023 Best Airport in Europe in Its Size

Posted by Editorial Team | June 29, 2023 1:00 pm | Nation

Helsinki Airport has been chosen as the 2023 best airport in Europe in its size by Airport Council International (ACI).

Finland to Tighten Border Restrictions From Russia to Finland and Through Finland to Schengen Countries

Posted by Editorial Team | June 28, 2023 4:24 pm | Nation

The President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy noted that travel by Russian citizens may still be harmful to Finland’s international relations.

Orion Invests €30 Million to Increase Production Capacity in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 28, 2023 11:05 am | Business

In response to the increasing demand for its products, Orion will invest a total of approximately €30 million in the coming years to increase its production capacity in Finland.