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Prime Minister Marin Leaves EU Council Meeting in Brussels Due to a Possible Exposure to Covid-19

Posted by Editorial Team | October 17, 2020 1:08 am | Nation

Prime Minister Marin left the European Council meeting in Brussels early because she may have been exposed to the coronavirus in Finland.

189 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | October 17, 2020 12:05 am | Coronavirus in Finland

View the number of new infections in different municipalities.

241 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 48 in Hospital, 4 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | October 15, 2020 12:30 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

View the statistics of new infections in different municipalities.

Mask Recommendation Extends to Workplaces in Helsinki Area

Posted by Editorial Team | October 15, 2020 7:48 am | Helsinki

People in the capital region are now encouraged to wear face masks at their workplaces, especially during meetings and coffee breaks.

204 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 14, 2020 12:06 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

View the number of new infections in different municipalities.

Masks Now Mandatory at Airports Operated by Finavia

Posted by Editorial Team | October 14, 2020 8:42 am | Nation

Finnish airport operator Finavia will now require all passengers and other visitors to its airports to wear a face mask for the entire visit.

287 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 46 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | October 13, 2020 12:09 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 12,499 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday.

Finns Party Member Laura Huhtasaari Nominates President Trump for 2021 Nobel Peace Prize

Posted by Editorial Team | October 12, 2020 6:38 pm | Politics

According to Laura Huhtasaari, who is a member of the European Parliament, U.S. President Donald Trump should receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in peacemaking.

214 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 12, 2020 12:20 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 12,212 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday.

Column: There Are Still Ways to Enjoy Restaurants

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 11, 2020 7:00 am | Nation

The restaurants in Helsinki and around the country are facing hard times. There may still be ways to enjoy their services and help them to survive.

An Interview With Restaurant Manager: There’s No Data to Backup That Nightclubs Are the Main Cause for Spreading Covid-19

Posted by Jan Artiček | October 11, 2020 6:50 am | Interview

We spoke with Joni Bitter, restaurant manager at Bar Loose in Helsinki, about the problems the businesses in the field are facing.

269 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 10, 2020 12:35 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

View the number of new infections in different municipalities.

Ministry: The Pandemic Has Caused Less Damage to Finnish Economy Than to Most Economies in Europe

Posted by Jan Artiček | October 10, 2020 8:45 am | Nation

The Ministry of Finance publishes its latest economic survey, which forecasts how Finland’s economy is likely to respond to the pandemic.

235 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 9, 2020 12:07 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

View the number of new infections in different municipalities.

296 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; The Pace of the Spread is Picking Up, According to THL Director

Posted by Editorial Team | October 8, 2020 11:08 am | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 296 new coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday.

New Restrictions for Restaurants

Posted by Editorial Team | October 8, 2020 8:13 am | Restrictions

New rules concerning the opening hours of restaurants come into effect on Thursday, October 8.

The Last Call at Restaurants to Come at 22:00 in Five Areas

Posted by Editorial Team | October 7, 2020 5:49 pm | Nation

The restaurants will close at 23:00, and they are allowed to take in only half of their usual number of customers.

120 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 7, 2020 12:00 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 11,049 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday.

Tuesday’s Number of New Coronavirus Infections Is the Highest Number This Autumn, According to THL Director

Posted by Editorial Team | October 6, 2020 3:07 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation, Spread of the coronavirus

Sole traders are encouraged to require masks from their customers.

227 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | October 6, 2020 12:40 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 10,929 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday.

Finnish Forest Industry to End Collective Bargaining; Companies’ Needs Will Be Better Met, According to Metsä Group’s CEO

Posted by Jan Artiček | October 6, 2020 8:49 am | Business

The decision, according to Metsä Group’s CEO Ilkka Hämälä, will enable the forest industry in Finland to continue thriving.

164 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 5, 2020 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 10,702 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday.

US-Russian Talks on Strategic Stability and Nuclear Arms Control in Helsinki on Monday

Posted by Editorial Team | October 5, 2020 11:19 am | Politics

According to the Finnish president’s office, Finland is always ready to offer its good offices for promoting peace and security.

How Magpies Became My Silent Companion When I Lived in Finland

Posted by Paulina Bouzas | October 4, 2020 8:45 am | Feature

For me, they were a sort of silent companion, a type of bird that I will always associate with the ever-changing seasons of Finland.

Climate Activists Stop Traffic in Helsinki Center; The Police Use Pepper Spray

Posted by Tony Öhberg | October 3, 2020 9:59 pm | Nation

The protesters of Elokapina movement decided not to move from the busy road, so the police pulled out their OC cans.

Ghosts Become Real in the Stories Shared During a Tour Among Old Wooden Houses

Posted by Maithri Palicha | October 3, 2020 4:50 pm | Feature

I joined a ghost tour in the city of Rauma to find out if I was now living among paranormal spirits.

147 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | October 3, 2020 12:23 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 10,391 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Saturday.

141 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | October 2, 2020 12:10 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 10,244 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Friday.

Study Shows Over 70% of Finnish Higher Education Students Hopeful About Their Future

Posted by Jan Artiček | October 2, 2020 9:23 am | Nation

Eurostudent VII study indicates that 90% of higher education degree holders have found a job within a year after graduation. The study also found that labor- and education-related immigration needs to increase significantly in Finland.

111 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Exceeds Well Over 10,000

Posted by Editorial Team | October 1, 2020 12:15 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 10,103 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday.

100 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 30, 2020 12:14 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,992 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday.

Merger Between Altia and Arcus Aims to Create Leading Wine and Spirits Brand in the Nordics

Posted by Jan Artiček | September 30, 2020 10:34 am | Business, Food & Drinks

The two companies join forces to reach new markets.

New Restrictions To Close Restaurants at 01:00; Alcohol Serving to Stop at 24:00

Posted by Editorial Team | September 29, 2020 8:40 pm | Nation

Some restaurants could be ordered to close as early as 23:00 depending on how fast the coronavirus is spreading in the particular area.

The Traditional Presidential Independence Day Reception Has Been Canceled; Finns Invited to Celebrate Remotely

Posted by Editorial Team | September 29, 2020 2:30 pm | President

Instead of the traditional presidential reception attended by invited guests at the Presidential Palace on December 6, President Sauli Niinistö and Mrs. Jenni Haukio will invite all Finns to celebrate Independence Day remotely.

149 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland of Which 50 in Helsinki; Two New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | September 29, 2020 12:13 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,892 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday.

61 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 28, 2020 11:58 am | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,743 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday.

105 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 27, 2020 4:25 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,682 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Sunday.

93 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 26, 2020 12:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,577 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Saturday.

Coronavirus Infections Are Increasing Rapidly; HUS Recommends Wearing Masks While Indoors in Public Places

Posted by Editorial Team | September 25, 2020 3:17 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Of those infected with the coronavirus, only 16% know the source, according to the Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa.

105 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 25, 2020 11:58 am | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,484 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Friday.

Corona Dogs Detect the First Passengers Infected With Covid-19 at Helsinki Airport; Here’s How the Testing Works

Posted by Paulina Bouzas | September 25, 2020 10:44 am | Nation

The corona dogs trained to detect the Covid-19 disease identified the first passengers positive with the virus on Thursday.

91 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Two New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | September 24, 2020 12:39 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,379 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday.

Konecranes Planning to Lay Off 55 People in Finland; Temporary Layoffs Concern 700

Posted by Editorial Team | September 24, 2020 11:21 am | Business

Konecranes is planning to lay off workers in Hyvinkää and Hämeenlinna.

President Niinistö Addresses Strategy to Overcome the Pandemic, Global Warming and Gender Equality

Posted by Editorial Team | September 24, 2020 8:18 am | President

President Sauli Niinistö delivered Finland’s national statement at the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday evening.

‘Enola Holmes’ Film Review: Sherlock Holmes’ Sister Shows Knack in Solving Mysteries

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 23, 2020 5:18 pm | Films

Netflix’s ‘Enola Holmes’ is a mystery-adventure to watch.

93 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 23, 2020 12:17 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,288 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday.

149 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Two New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | September 22, 2020 12:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,195 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday.

President Niinistö in the UN’s 75th Anniversary Speech: We Need UN More Than Ever

Posted by Editorial Team | September 22, 2020 11:12 am | Politics, President

Read and watch the Finnish president’s remarks in full.

66 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Exceeds Well Over 9,000

Posted by Editorial Team | September 21, 2020 12:25 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 9,046 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday.

Viking Line Amorella Cruise Ferry Has Ground Contact; All Passengers Evacuated to Åland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2020 9:20 pm | Nation

The evacuation of all 200 passengers began on Sunday afternoon and ended in the early evening.

58 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2020 12:47 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,980 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Sunday.

In Government’s Budget for 2021 People Come First; A Road Map to the Decisions

Posted by Editorial Team | September 20, 2020 12:23 pm | Government, Nation, Politics

We go through the government’s plan for 2021 budget in detail.

64 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 19, 2020 1:08 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,922 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Saturday.

450 Applicants to Higher Education Receive False Offer of Admission

Posted by Editorial Team | September 18, 2020 3:44 pm | Nation

The Finnish National Agency for Education defines the mistake as a human error.

59 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 18, 2020 12:22 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,858 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Friday.

49 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 17, 2020 12:04 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,799 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday.

Over 60,000 Households Without Electricity; Rescue Dep’t: Bring in Your Trampolines

Posted by Editorial Team | September 17, 2020 8:45 am | Nation

Tens of thousands of households were without electricity on Thursday morning as Aila storm sweeps through the country.

‘The Devil All the Time’ Film Review: Disturbing But Displays Another Side of Tom Holland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 16, 2020 7:11 pm | Films

Netflix’s ‘The Devil All the Time’ premieres in Finland on September 16.

25 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 16, 2020 6:43 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,750 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday.

Powerful Autumn Storm ‘Aila’ Brings Hard Winds and Rains

Posted by Editorial Team | September 16, 2020 5:56 pm | Nation

Aila storm is going to hit hard in many areas across the country on Wednesday and Thursday.

98 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Two New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | September 15, 2020 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,725 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday.

Finnish Oil Refinery Giant Neste to Cut 470 Jobs

Posted by Editorial Team | September 14, 2020 4:49 pm | Business

Neste Oyj is planning to shut down its refinery operations in Naantali. In addition, their Porvoo refinery would focus on co-processing renewable and circular raw materials.

47 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 14, 2020 12:48 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,627 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday.

Prime Minister Marin Tests Negative for the Coronavirus

Posted by Editorial Team | September 12, 2020 1:24 pm | Government

Prime Minister will return to her duties normally.

45 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 12, 2020 12:13 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,557 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Saturday.

43 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | September 11, 2020 12:39 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,512 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Friday.

Prime Minister Marin To Work Remotely After Receiving Alert From Koronavilkku App

Posted by Editorial Team | September 10, 2020 3:40 pm | Government

Prime Minister Sanna Marin will be tested for the coronavirus.

39 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 10, 2020 12:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,469 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday.

93 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | September 9, 2020 12:13 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,430 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine Study Put on Hold Due to Suspected Adverse Reaction in Participant in the U.K.

Posted by Editorial Team | September 9, 2020 9:20 am | Nation

Posti to Cut Jobs From About 130 People; The Number of Addressed Letters at Record-Breaking Low

Posted by Editorial Team | September 9, 2020 8:38 am | Nation

Posti Group Oyj aims to cut jobs from about 130 people to save costs and manage losses.

Stockholm Sees Lowest COVID-19 Cases Since March

Posted by Editorial Team | September 9, 2020 7:40 am | Nation

Academy Explains Diversity Rules for Best Picture Oscar

Posted by Editorial Team | September 9, 2020 7:32 am | Nation

GALLERY: Event Organizers Protest to Raise Awareness of Their Financial Troubles

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 8, 2020 5:55 pm | Culture, Gallery, Helsinki

View the gallery of event organizers protest in Helsinki on chilly Tuesday afternoon.

10 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 8, 2020 12:06 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,337 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday.

Finnish Exports Decreased by Nearly 14 Percent in July

Posted by Editorial Team | September 7, 2020 1:06 pm | Business

The Finnish Customs’ preliminary statistics reveal a decline in Finland’s international trade in goods.

36 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 7, 2020 12:23 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,327 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday.

Rainy and Chilly Week Ahead

Posted by Editorial Team | September 7, 2020 8:20 am | Nation

The forecast for the week can be summarized in one word: unstable.

5 Answers to Common Questions Regarding the Koronavilkku App

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2020 7:50 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

The Koronavilkku app was released on August 31 to help break infection chains in the coronavirus pandemic. At this writing, it has been downloaded 1.5 million times.

Multiple Coronavirus Infections at Student Parties

Posted by Editorial Team | September 5, 2020 1:19 pm | Nation

“As many as several hundred people have participated in the events.”

36 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 5, 2020 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,261 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Saturday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

Major Interruptions in Nordea’s and OP’s Banking Services During the Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | September 5, 2020 9:36 am | Business, Nation

This weekend banking services of Nordea and OP will have interruptions when their IT systems will be maintained.

25 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 4, 2020 12:12 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,225 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Friday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

Government Proposes Compensation for Trips Canceled by the Coronavirus

Posted by Editorial Team | September 4, 2020 8:49 am | Nation

The temporary act would apply to tour operator bankruptcies and when the coronavirus pandemic has caused the cancelation of the travel package.

39 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 3, 2020 12:09 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,200 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

19 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 2, 2020 12:11 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,161 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

56 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2020 12:35 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

The number of new infections between Monday and Tuesday is 56.

Frosty Nights, Warm Days Ahead

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2020 9:14 am | Nation

The temperatures between night and day can at their most extreme be over 15 degrees Celsius.

17 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 27, 2020 12:09 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,019 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

21 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Exceeds 8,000

Posted by Editorial Team | August 26, 2020 12:00 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 8,002 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Wednesday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

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

Posted by Editorial Team | August 26, 2020 9:24 am | Politics, President

In his speech aimed at the heads of mission, President Sauli Niinistö spoke about the prevailing pandemic, EU and world politics.

43 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | August 25, 2020 12:22 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 7,981 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Tuesday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).

President Niinistö Speaks with German Chancellor Merkel and Russian President Putin

Posted by Editorial Team | August 25, 2020 10:30 am | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö had a telephone discussion with German Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel, then with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

18 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 24, 2020 12:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

There are 7,938 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Monday by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).