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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.

Protected: P.S – Preview

Posted by Editorial Team | June 14, 2023 1:56 pm | Preview

Today’s the Flag Day of the Finnish Defense Forces; President Niinistö Issues Commander-in-Chief’s Order of the Day No.4; ‘No One Wants War, But the Wise Prepare for the Worst’

Posted by Editorial Team | June 4, 2023 11:03 am | Military

‘No one wants war, but the wise prepare for the worst.’ Read President Niinistö’s order word for word.

More Than 100,000 Students Graduated on June 3

Posted by Editorial Team | June 3, 2023 6:55 pm | Nation

Thousands of young Finns are celebrating their graduation today.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Finds Similarities with History of Finland and Ukraine; Read the Full Transcript of Blinken’s Speech

Posted by Editorial Team | June 3, 2023 4:28 pm | Politics

In his speech, Blinken criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, praised Ukraine and, in fact, found many similarities between the war history of Finland and the present-day aggression in Ukraine.

Finnair to Start Charging Extra for Excess Carry-On Luggage

Posted by Editorial Team | May 16, 2023 6:50 pm | Business, Travel

Punctuality is very important for Finnair’s customers, so in the near future, only a small bag is allowed at no extra cost.

Desto’s Dubstep Takes Another Level

Posted by Editorial Team | May 14, 2023 10:48 am | Feature, Music

Desto gave a rare treat to the spectators at Ääniwalli, who were fortunate to witness the Helsinki-based electronic music artist perform his latest album live.

Footbridge Structure Collapses in Espoo; 24 to Hospital, Most Underaged

Posted by Editorial Team | May 11, 2023 4:05 pm | Espoo, Nation

A footbridge structure failed in Tapiola, Espoo on Thursday morning injuring 27 people.

Beach Weather to Arrive in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | May 11, 2023 9:42 am | Helsinki

Warm weather is ahead, and people are likely to find their way to the beaches.

Presidential Couple to Receive Traditional May Day Greetings at Presidential Palace on May 1

Posted by Editorial Team | April 29, 2023 4:10 pm | President

President Sauli Niinistö and his spouse Jenni Haukio will receive the traditional May Day greetings on Monday, the first of May, in the courtyard of the Presidential Palace in Helsinki.

VIDEO: Flag Crashes Down During Finnish President’s Press Conference in South Africa; Watch the Dramatic Clip

Posted by Editorial Team | April 29, 2023 3:28 pm | President, Videos

The press conference between President Sauli Niinistö and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa took a dramatic turn when a tall flag stand crashed down.

Finland is Now a Member of NATO

Posted by Editorial Team | April 4, 2023 6:50 pm | Nation

The Finnish national anthem and the NATO hymn were played, as Finland’s flag was raised outside NATO Headquarters in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, for the first time on Tuesday.

Finland Becomes a NATO Member on Tuesday

Posted by Editorial Team | April 3, 2023 2:56 pm | Nation

President Sauli Niinistö will travel to Brussels and attend an accession ceremony at the NATO headquarters.

Turkey Approves Finland’s NATO Application; The Last Hurdle Has Been Lifted

Posted by Editorial Team | March 31, 2023 9:38 am | Nation

Turkey was the last country to ratify Finland’s accession to NATO.

The Railway Strike Has Ended; Traffic to Return to Normal on Friday; A List of First Trains that Begin Operating

Posted by Editorial Team | March 23, 2023 11:44 am | Espoo, Helsinki, Nation, Public transport, Vantaa

The strike began on Monday and stopped all train traffic in Finland. View a list of the first trains that will begin operating on Friday.

Finland is the Happiest Country in the World for the Sixth Year in a Row

Posted by Editorial Team | March 20, 2023 11:17 am | Nation

Finland is the happiest country in the world for the sixth year in a row, according to the World Happiness Report released on Monday.

All Trains Stop on Monday Because of a Strike; Here’s a List of Bus Connections to Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | March 19, 2023 7:05 pm | Espoo, Helsinki, Nation, Public transport, Vantaa

The strike of Railway Union Finland (RAU) will halt train traffic from Monday until further notice.

President Niinistö to Visit Turkey to Meet with President Erdogan This Week

Posted by Editorial Team | March 15, 2023 12:59 pm | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö will make a working visit to Türkiye from March 16 to 17, the office of the Finnish president notes in a statement.

Army Van of Finnish Defence Forces Catches Fire on Ring I and Jams the Traffic

Posted by Editorial Team | March 8, 2023 12:54 pm | Nation

A vehicle of the Finnish Defence Forces burst into flames on the busy road of Kehä I (Ring I) during heavy snowfall on Wednesday morning.

Bus Servises Return Back to Normal on Monday After the Strike

Posted by Editorial Team | March 6, 2023 6:55 am | Espoo, Helsinki, Nation, Vantaa

The bus strike has ended, and bus services will return to normal on Monday.

Ministry Proposes Breathalyzer and Drug Tests for Bike and E-scooter Riders

Posted by Editorial Team | March 2, 2023 3:29 pm | Nation

The police may in the future conduct breathalyzer and drug tests for people traveling with bikes and e-scooters.

Finnish Parliament Approves NATO Bid

Posted by Editorial Team | March 1, 2023 4:27 pm | Nation, Parliament

The proposal was approved by a vote of 184–7.

National Bus Strike Begins on Wednesday Morning: These Bus Lines Are Affected in the Helsinki Region

Posted by Editorial Team | February 28, 2023 8:12 pm | Helsinki, Nation, Public transport

View a list of the affected bus lines.

President Niinistö Commemorates the Victims of the Ukrainian War in a Statement

Posted by Editorial Team | February 24, 2023 3:22 pm | Nation, President

“One year ago Russia started its cruel, illegal war of aggression against Ukraine. It thought it would win. It thought Ukraine would break and our support would waver. It was wrong,” President Sauli Niinistö says.

President Niinistö at Munich Security Conference: We Hear You Loud and Clear, President Zelensky

Posted by Editorial Team | February 19, 2023 3:27 pm | President

In his speech at the Munich Security Conference this past weekend, President Sauli Niinistö talked about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, world security and Finland’s agenda in its pursuit to join NATO. We publish President Niinistö’s remarks in full.