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PICTURES: Hundreds Join the March Arranged by Nationalist Soldiers of Odin Group; Man From Sweden Arrested for Disturbing the Protest
Soldiers of Odin, a nationalist street patrol organization, gathered for a protest titled "Bring Back Safe Finland" on Finland's 102nd Independence Day.
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PICTURES: Hundreds Join the March Arranged by Nationalist Soldiers of Odin Group; Man From Sweden Arrested for Disturbing the Protest
Soldiers of Odin, a nationalist street patrol organization, gathered for a protest titled "Bring Back Safe Finland" on Finland's 102nd Independence Day.
Two Suspects Imprisoned in Relation to School Arsons in Nurmijärvi
The Eastern Uusimaa Police Department have been investigating a tangle of four fires, which were suspected to have been lit on purpose in Nurmijärvi in late autumn.
Helsinki Police Ban Neo-Nazi March Scheduled for Independence Day; Soldiers of Odin to March in the Afternoon
Soldiers of Odin are arranging a protest called "Bring Back Safe Finland."
The Number of Women Speakers on the Rise at Slush; CEO Saari Wouldn’t Join a Panel With Men Only
This year, more so than previously, the environment and program of Slush included topics that empower women.
Alcohol Sales Drop in August; Annual Sales Drop, Too
Have the Finns started to drink less, like the Swedes, perhaps?
‘The Lighthouse’ Film Review: A Tempestuous Tale Ye Can Believe
The screenplay in general is incredible.
‘Midway’ Film Review: Japan Attacks America As if They Were From Outer Space
In 'Midway,' director Roland Emmerich approaches the historic battle with a pedigree in planetary destruction while forgetting all about character development.
The Pros and Cons of a Proposed Flight Tax in Finland
A citizens' initiative for taxing air travel gathers over 50,000 signatures and heads to the parliament for consideration.
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VIDEO: National Flag Hoisted at Tähtitorninmäki to Symbolize the Beginning of Finland’s 102nd Independence Day
The commemoration of Finland’s 102nd Independence Day began by hoisting the national flag at Tähtitorninmäki in an official ceremony.
Posti Introduces New Handling Fee For Shipments Outside the EU
A handling fee will be introduced for goods outside the EU fiscal territory that have a value of more than 22 euros.
Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Beach in Espoo
An ultralight aircraft has made an emergency landing in Espoo on Wednesday afternoon.
Finland Ranks as a Top Performer in Reading Literacy, According to the Latest PISA Results
Finnish 15-year-olds rank among top performers in reading literacy in OECD countries, the latest PISA results reveal.
PICTURES: Prime Minister Antti Rinne Resigns; Here’s How the Events Unfolded
Here's how the events unfolded on Tuesday.
The Weather is to Become Warmer on Wednesday; Plus Degrees Expected in Most Parts of the Country
On Wednesday the weather is going to become mild, followed by rains in most parts of the country.
Finnish Heavyweight Boxer Robert Helenius Knocks Down His Brazilian Opponent in the Second Round; Next Fight in the USA
"He was a tough opponent, who could take hard punches," Helenius said in an interview with Finland Today.
VIDEO: State Leadership Commemorate the Winter War That Began 80 Years Ago
On Saturday afternoon, the state leadership laid wreath at the National Memorial to the Winter War at Kasarmitori Square in Helsinki to commemorate the start of the war.
Minister Sirpa Paatero Has Resigned and is Now on Sick Leave; She Resigned Because of the Posti Mess
The biggest reason for Paatero's resignation was that somehow the government-owned Posti Group Oy was able to transfer their workers to a weaker, cheaper labor agreement.
Posti: Christmas Deliveries Will Be Completed on Time
“We will restore our normal operations as soon as possible."
Up to 1,500 Public Sector Workers Go on Three-Day Strike in Turku
Starting on Wednesday, a three-day strike, organized by JHL, The Trade Union for the Public and Welfare Sectors, will disrupt daycare centers, schools and public transport in the Turku region.
The Postal Strike Has Ended; PAU: Workers Should Return to Work Immediately
The postal strike and its supporting strikes will end immediately.
Major Rock Group Volbeat Cancels Gig at Helsinki Arena Because of Labor Strikes in Finland
"We hope for these strikes to have a positive outcome," the Danish/American hard rock group says in a statement.
Railway Union Threatens to Stop Train Traffic
Unless the negotiations to improve Posti workers’ working conditions are solved, the train traffic is going to be disturbed severely.
Support Strike Affects Tallink Silja’s Ferries
The Finnish Seamen's Union will begin its support strike for Posti workers on Monday.
Viking Line Cruise Ferries Stay in Port Because of Posti Strike
The postal strike will affect traffic with Viking Line's Finnish-flagged vessels beginning on Monday.
Finnair to Cancel Over 250 Flights on Monday Because of Posti Strike
The strike will affect several critical services at Helsinki Airport, including ground services such as loading and unloading of aircraft, fueling and push-back of aircraft, as well as Finnair customer services at Helsinki Airport, catering of Finnair flights and Finnair maintenance operations.
VIDEO: Emma Smith of Eversend, Winner of Slush 100 Start-up Competition: Our Company Started From Sending Money to Grandma
Eversend is a neobank for Africa, which hopes to make banking services accessible for a large number of Africans.
The Disturbances in Telia’s Mobile Network Have Been Resolved
“Some customers have lost network completely and others have lost mobile data connection,” Telia says in a statement.
VIDEO: Posti Workers Sick of Pay Cuts While Leadership Swims in Money; Want to Expel the Board
Hundreds of Posti workers gather at the steps of the Parliament Building with a clear demand: expel the board.
Slush Set to Start Up Today
With more than 200 side events, Slush continues to grow and consolidate its brand as the largest start-up community gathering worldwide.
GALLERY: Finns Go Berserk After Finland Qualifies to European Championship in Football
The fans in Helsinki climbed, shouted, made the cars “dance” limbo and more.
Finland Beats Liechtenstein 3-0 and Advances to Euros Finals; 1,500 Fans Put on a Show in Helsinki on Their Way to the Game in Our Video
"After the game, the whole city is going to celebrate," a fan told Finland Today on his way to the stadium.
Police Begin National Traffic Surveillance Campaign Called ‘Sober in pre-Christmas Traffic’
Officers will be stopping and breathalyzing drivers in the evenings and at night in particular. Patrols may also be out on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
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Finland Breaks the Guinness World Record For Most Nationalities in Sauna
A total of 101 nationalities fitted themselves in the world’s largest wood-heated sauna at the Finnish Naval Academy in Suomenlinna Island, Helsinki.
Centre Party Passes the Decision on Whether Prime Minister Rinne Should Resign to the SDP; Rinne Said He’s Not Going to Quit
Prime Minister Antti Rinne (the SDP) demands a clear answer from the Centre Party.
Abdirahim ‘Husu’ Hussein Fired From the SDP Helsinki City Council Group After Telling Lies of a Racist Taxi Passenger
Here's how the former Helsinki city councilman got caught in a web of lies.
Citizens’ Initiative Demanding a Permanent Summer Time Handed Over to the Parliament
“For us, the most important thing is to get more daylight after work and after school.”
VIDEO: International Students Attempt to Break the Guinness World Record For Most Nationalities in Sauna
We interviewed a group of students attempting to break the Guinness World Record today.
European Investment Bank Loans 150 Million Euros to Expand Helsinki Airport; ‘HEL Never Freezes’
With the financial backing, Helsinki Airport’s annual capacity is expected to rise to about 30 million passengers per year.
Posti Workers Extend Mail Delivery Strike Till December
On Sunday, PAU informed the national conciliator that more strikes are ahead.
Several Fender Benders on Thursday Because of Slippery Weather; Truck and Car Crash Head-on in Lohja
Several cars had accidents on Thursday.
9,000 Posti Workers Go on Strike on Monday; Mail Delivery to Be Interrupted For Two Weeks
According to PAU’s announcement, the strike will begin on Monday, November 11 at 6:00 in the morning and continue until midnight on Sunday, November 24.
VIDEO AND PICTURES: The First Snow Blankets Helsinki
The first snow fell in Helsinki on Thursday morning.
New Cold Record Set in Enontekiö; Over Minus 28 Degrees Celsius
A new cold record has been reached at the Enontekiö Airport on Tuesday morning.
No Snowchaos in Sight Because the Low-Pressure Area Will Stay Over Estonia
The low-pressure area that was forecast to drop as much as 20 centimeters of snow on the south coast of Finland, has taken another track.
Day of the Dead Celebrates Everlasting Life
During the weekend, you may find ofrendas in several locations in Helsinki.
Finland’s First Lady Jenni Haukio Receives an Award For Her Work in Animal Welfare
Finland’s first lady, Jenni Haukio, received the Thank You From Animals Award (Kiitos eläimiltä -palkinto) on Friday.
Police to Speed Up Criminal Investigations With the Help of Surveillance Camera Maps
A national database of surveillance camera maps is now used across the police service.
Gaming Monopoly Veikkaus Will Introduce Compulsory Identification and Reduce Up to 8,000 Slot Machines
The updated strategy of the Finnish gaming monopoly, Veikkaus, is going to focus more on responsibility.
“Knowledge” is the Theme of This Year’s Presidential Independence Day Reception
The theme of this year’s presidential Independence Day reception is knowledge and discussion.
Christa’s Family Attended the School That Was Burnt Down in Suspected Arson in Nurmijärvi: “When I Heard the News, I Caught a Tear in My Eye”
Two schools have burnt down in Nurmijärvi in the past few days.
Autumn Storm Cuts Electricity From 40,000 Households; The City of Pori Has a Blackout
According to the rescue service, they have been clearing trees. Roofs of industrial buildings and detached houses have come off.
VIDEO – President-Elect Ursula von der Leyen: Finland is a Trailblazer
Ursula von der Leyen, the president-elect of the European Commission, met with Prime Minister...
‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ Film Review: Bigger Scale, Lesser Effort
Unfortunately, the creators bet everything on banter and the occasional zombie-killing spree, though even that seemed in short supply until the final showdown.
Man in a White Jacket Grabs a Boy and Tries to Carry Him Away in Espoo; The Police Have Found a Suspect
Last Thursday evening, a man with a white jacket grabbed a nine-year-old boy and tried to carry him away at a parking lot in Espoo, northern Tapiola.
President-Elect of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to Visit Finland on Thursday
Ursula von der Leyen is a former German defense minister. She will begin her post as the president of the European Commission in November.
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Here Are the 21 Semi-Finalists For Miss Finland 2019 Competition – Who’s Your Favorite?
Discover Miss Finland 2019 semi-finalists in pictures.
Top Five Tips to Learn Finnish, According to a Finnish Teacher
This week we had the opportunity to speak with Katri Niemi, a Finnish language professor at the University of Eastern Finland, about the wonders of the Finnish language.
Female Power: 5 Finnish Books Written by Women
Finland is a country of great female writers that have explored all genres. Here are some recommendations to add to your spring reading list.
May Day Greetings to the President, Parade of Anarchists and Picnic of the Finns Party – VIEW VIDEO OF MAY DAY IN HELSINKI
Here are some of the highlights of various events that occurred on May Day.
Inside Election Night – Here’s What Jussi Halla-aho, Li Andersson and Antti Rinne Said to Finland Today
Here's what the party leaders of the Finns, the Left Alliance and the SDP said during the thrilling election night.
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PICTURES: Mall of Tripla Opens on Thursday in Pasila
Located in Pasila, Mall of Tripla will reportedly be the biggest shopping center in the Nordic countries, but also promises much more.
Food & Art Festival is a Treat For Food, Wine and Art Lovers – We Interviewed Pekka Terävä, the Father of the Festival
First held in 2014, the event has been a rousing success with renowned chefs.
