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Antti Rinne’s Coalition Announces New Government Program – Aims to Build an Inclusive and Competent Finland

Posted by Jan Artiček | June 3, 2019 5:35 pm | Nation, Politics

The new government aims to build an “inclusive and competent Finland” and transform the country into a “socially, economically and ecologically sustainable society by 2030.”

A Day With the Finnish Hockey Legend ‘Mörkö’ and How the Legend Was Born

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 2, 2019 12:01 pm | Sports

After the world title win in ice hockey, the Finnish word “Mörkö” has been on everyone’s lips. Here’s how the legend was born.

Finland is Winland! – 10,000 People Take it to the Streets of Helsinki to Celebrate Ice Hockey World Championship Win – PICTURES AND VIDEO

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 27, 2019 12:49 pm | Culture, Gallery, Nation

Here are the highlights of the nightly celebration.

Here Are the 21 Semi-Finalists For Miss Finland 2019 Competition – Who’s Your Favorite?

Posted by Editorial Team | May 24, 2019 3:54 pm | Nation

Discover Miss Finland 2019 semi-finalists in pictures.

Finland Beats Sweden 5-4 in Ice Hockey World Championship – Faces Russia on Saturday

Posted by Editorial Team | May 24, 2019 9:44 am | Nation

Watch the highlights.

PICTURES: Lovely Helsinki Festival Wraps Light Poles in Flowers

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 23, 2019 5:53 pm | Arts, Nation

On Thursday the light poles at the Esplanade Park in Helsinki center were wrapped in beautiful flower artwork.

Today’s the Last Day for Very Warm Weather – Rains and Unsettled Weather Forecast for End of May

Posted by Editorial Team | May 22, 2019 10:43 am | Nation

The heat wave of May is going to change to unsettled weather.

Report: Finns Need Radical Lifestyle Change to Combat Global Warming

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 17, 2019 6:13 pm | Environment

According to a report published by the Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra, Finns need to change their lifestyle radically in order to tackle global warming.

Temperatures to Climb over 25 Degrees in Southern Finland During the Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | May 17, 2019 11:11 am | Nation

The temperatures could rise over 25.1 degrees on the west coast, exceeding the definition of hot weather in Finland.

Hot Weather Ahead for Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | May 16, 2019 10:14 am | Nation

This is happening because of a high-pressure area that is hovering over Scandinavia.

While the Number of Asylum Seekers to Finland Drops, Job-Based Migration Increases

Posted by Editorial Team | May 15, 2019 5:39 pm | Nation

Several changes in the law make it easier for entrepreneurs and experts to move to Finland, and thereby promote economic growth and employment.

Finnish Eurovision Representative Darude Drops From the Contest in Tel Aviv – ‘I Am Pissed’

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 15, 2019 8:34 am | Music, Nation

The Finnish electronic dance music artist Darude was seemingly disappointed.

Top Five Tips to Learn Finnish, According to a Finnish Teacher

Posted by Paulina Bouzas | May 13, 2019 3:27 pm | Culture

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.

You’ve Heard About the Government Negotiations, Here’s a Deeper Look at What’s Going on

Posted by Jan Artiček | May 11, 2019 2:23 pm | Nation

Here’s our analysis on what’s happening behind the closed doors of the government negotiations.

This is Why Chairman of the Finns Party Jussi Halla-aho is Grumpy

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 9, 2019 6:39 pm | Politics

According to the Finns Party, the future government is being formed without the consent of the people.

These Political Parties Will Join the Negotiations for New Government – Rinne: They Are the Makers of the Future

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 8, 2019 2:00 pm | Politics

“1.7 million people, the absolute majority of Finns, are behind voting these parties,” said the government negotiator, Antti Rinne (the SDP).

The Man Who Threatened Iso Omena Shopping Center in Tor Network Confessed

Posted by Editorial Team | May 7, 2019 8:25 am | Crime, Nation

During the interrogations over the weekend, the man confessed.

Alko Starts Selling Space Water

Posted by Editorial Team | May 6, 2019 1:18 pm | Food & Drinks, Nation

According to Alko, the alcohol company wants to remind Finns about the importance of drinking water.

Police Are Guarding Two Secondary Schools in Pori Region Because of Anonymous Threats Against the Schools

Posted by Editorial Team | May 6, 2019 9:58 am | Crime, Nation

More threats have been published in the anonymous Tor network that require police presence.

The Police Are Investigating a Threat Against Valkea Shopping Center in Oulu

Posted by Editorial Team | May 4, 2019 9:37 am | Crime, Nation

The threat was published in the anonymous Tor network.

‘Tolkien’ Review: Finnish Director Dome Karukoski Breathes Life Into the Story of One of the Literature Giants of Our Time

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 3, 2019 4:39 pm | Films, Nation

Finnish director Dome Karukoski breaks into Hollywood with extraordinary passion.

Police Catch Youngish Man Who is Suspected of Writing the Shooting Threat Against Iso Omena Shopping Center

Posted by Editorial Team | May 2, 2019 3:26 pm | Crime, Nation

The man is currently suspected of an illegal threat.

Police Catch Youngish Man Who is Suspected of Writing the Shooting Threat Against Iso Omena Shopping Center

Posted by Editorial Team | May 2, 2019 10:47 am | Crime

The shooting is said to take place on May 3.

May Day Greetings to the President, Parade of Anarchists and Picnic of the Finns Party – VIEW VIDEO OF MAY DAY IN HELSINKI

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 1, 2019 4:12 pm | Nation

Here are some of the highlights of various events that occurred on May Day.

Tens of Thousands Observe the Crowning of Havis Amanda in Sunny Weather – VIEW THE PICTURES

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 1, 2019 10:02 am | Nation

This year on the eve of May Day, the historical Havis Amanda received its student cap from members of the Aalto University Student Union.

This is Why Inhaling a Balloon Can be Fatal

Posted by Editorial Team | April 30, 2019 12:13 pm | Nation

“Inhaling helium is a serious safety risk.”

Here’s How to Celebrate Vappu Like a Finn

Posted by Klaudia Weber | April 29, 2019 6:28 pm | Culture

Here are some hot tips on how to get most of the joyful celebration of labor and spring.

‘It’s Time to Remember’ is the Theme of the National Veterans’ Day; The Number of Veterans Declining

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 27, 2019 5:11 pm | Nation

Today we commemorate the war veterans.

Vampires Creep into Vapriikki

Posted by Kathleen Cusack | April 24, 2019 12:30 pm | Culture, Nation

‘Dracula – Vampires in Vapriikki’ exhibition in Tampere uncovers the myths and mysteries of the curious creatures.

An Interview with Jasse Jatala, The Voice Of Finland Contestant Who Loves Heavy Metal

Posted by Klaudia Weber | April 19, 2019 12:59 pm | Culture, Music, Nation

We interviewed Jasse Jatala, the vocalist Finnish metal band Keoma, and a semifinalist at the Voice of Finland competition.

Something Wicked This Way Comes: Here’s What we Thought About ‘Macbeth’ Which is Touring Finland

Posted by Jan Artiček | April 18, 2019 10:12 am | Culture

The British theatre company TNT, working in collaboration with American Drama Group Europe, is touring Finland this April with their long-standing production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’.

Helsinki City Hall Lobby Opens as a Meeting Place for Everyone Interested in the City and its Future

Posted by Editorial Team | April 16, 2019 2:37 pm | Helsinki, Nation

Following a year of development work, the lobby of the Helsinki City Hall opened today with a brand new concept.

Inside Election Night – Here’s What Jussi Halla-aho, Li Andersson and Antti Rinne Said to Finland Today

Posted by Jan Artiček | April 15, 2019 11:33 am | Politics

Here’s what the party leaders of the Finns, the Left Alliance and the SDP said during the thrilling election night.

Here Are the Results of Finland’s 2019 Parliamentary Election – Tough Government Negotiations Ahead

Posted by Jan Artiček | April 15, 2019 1:24 am | Parliament, Politics

After an exciting and speculation-filled night, here are the final results.

Here’s What Finnish Political Party Leaders Said About Immigration and the Importance of Languages

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 13, 2019 1:38 pm | Politics

Immigration and the importance of foreign languages were some of the topics covered during The Great Election Debate at Sanomatalo in Helsinki.

Teenagers Attack Finnish People First Party Chairman Marco De Wit Several Times in the Middle of His Election Campaign in Helsinki Center

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 12, 2019 9:03 pm | Politics

When Marco de Wit, chairman of the Finnish People First Party, began explaining his policies, a group of teenagers started attacking him.

A Brief Guide to Finland’s 2019 Parliament Election

Posted by Jan Artiček | April 11, 2019 4:09 pm | Politics

We have put together a quick rundown of Finland’s main political parties, their central tenets and key policies on the agenda for the upcoming election.

10,000 People Demand Action Against Global Warming in Their March to Parliament Building

Posted by Editorial Team | April 7, 2019 10:31 am | Nation, Parliament

About 10,000 people joined the climate march on Saturday afternoon in Helsinki in another attempt to draw attention to global warming.

Female Power: 5 Finnish Books Written by Women

Posted by Paulina Bouzas | April 6, 2019 10:51 am | Culture

Finland is a country of great female writers that have explored all genres. Here are some recommendations to add to your spring reading list.

‘Vedenneito’ Is an Awe-Inspiring Adventure in the Finnish Nature

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 6, 2019 9:40 am | Films, Nation

In ‘Vedenneito,’ the viewer gets to experience the beauty of Lake Saimaa in summer and winter through a teenager’s eyes.

Finland is a Sauna Superpower And Now it Wants the Tradition on the UNESCO Cultural Heritage List

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 4, 2019 3:12 pm | Culture, Nation

The purpose of the list is to bring visibility to the living heritage and to share good practices among countries.

Here’s Why Turku is One of the Smartest Cities in the World – An Interview with Development Director

Posted by Editorial Team | March 30, 2019 8:30 am | Business, Environment, Nation

We asked what makes the oldest Finnish city, with a population of about 200,000, one of the smartest cities in the world.

PICTURES: Maternity Package of 2019 Mixes Bright Patterns with Neutral Colors

Posted by Editorial Team | March 29, 2019 12:00 pm | Nation

There are altogether 63 useful items for families with a newborn baby.

Climate Change Scares Helsinki Residents More Than Terrorism

Posted by Editorial Team | March 28, 2019 8:41 am | Environment

According to the latest safety survey, climate change is the greatest safety concern among Helsinki residents aged 15-79.

‘Dumbo’ Film Review: Tim Burton’s Tale of the Flying Elephant is as Much Magical as It is Tear-Jerker

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 27, 2019 5:38 pm | Films

In Dumbo, Burton’s attention to detail is out of this world. So is the film.

Full-Blooded Version of Shakespeare’s Macbeth Set to Be Performed Across Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 22, 2019 7:58 pm | Arts, Culture, Nation, Sponsored content

This full-blooded version of the play has been so successful that it has been constantly revived and toured worldwide since 2001.

1.3 Million Kids Skipped School Around the World for Last Friday’s Climate Strike

Posted by Editorial Team | March 22, 2019 1:42 pm | Environment

Finland Today analyzed the figures behind the climate strike.

Finland is the World’s Happiest Country – Again!

Posted by Editorial Team | March 20, 2019 2:32 pm | Culture, Nation

Yes, for the second time in a row, Finland is the world’s happiest country!

The Art Gallery Scene in Finland is Flourishing

Posted by Paulina Bouzas | March 19, 2019 5:49 pm | Arts, Culture, Nation

The contemporary art scene in Finland is very active, not only in Helsinki but also in other cities.

Finland’s Long History of Making Father’s Day an Official Flag Day

Posted by Editorial Team | March 15, 2019 6:17 pm | Culture, Father's Day

This is how Father’s Day became an official flag day.

Thousands of Finnish Kids Boycott Schools Across Country for a Friday Climate Strike

Posted by Editorial Team | March 15, 2019 4:36 pm | Environment, Nation

Thousands of Finnish kids walked out of their schools and protested outside of their local town halls, squares and in Helsinki in front of the Parliament Building, in a show of solidarity in the global strike on climate change.

Legendary Drummer Billy Cobham Plays Solos Like He Was 50 Years Younger – Jazzmeia Horn Casts a Spell With Scat

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 14, 2019 3:04 pm | Music

The first Savoy JazzFest gathered a crowd of nearly 2,200 and gave the audience incredible performances.

Turku is the Seventh Smartest City in the World

Posted by Editorial Team | March 11, 2019 3:29 pm | Environment, Nation

This is the second year when the American institute has ranked the smartest cities in the world.

Joanna Nylund Lives By the Concept of Sisu – This is Why She Wrote a Book About It

Posted by Editorial Team | March 9, 2019 3:45 pm | Feature

“Guts” isn’t a word strong enough to encapsulate the Finnish concept of “sisu.” We wanted to dig deeper, so we interviewed the woman who has written a book about it.

Today We Celebrate International Women’s Day – This is Why You Shouldn’t Smile, According to Plan International Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 8, 2019 4:46 pm | Nation

Humanitarian organization Plan International Finland wants to remind people to keep away from smiling.

Finnish Government Resigns – Prime Minister Juha Sipilä Explains Why

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 8, 2019 1:32 pm | Nation, Politics

Disappointment was one of the reasons.

Police Detain Eight for Climbing the Pillars of the Parliament – View The Action From Inside the Building

Posted by Editorial Team | March 7, 2019 12:26 pm | Crime, Environment, Nation, Parliament, Politics

We caught the action from inside of the Parliament Building.

The Prodigy Cancels All Shows After Keith Flint’s Death – Here’s What it Was Like at Their Last Gig in Helsinki

Posted by Morgan Walker | March 6, 2019 9:00 am | Music, Nation

Finland Today reporter Morgan Walker attended the Prodigy’s show in Helsinki in November 2015, which turned out to be their last performance in Finland with their original ensemble.

‘Captain Marvel’ Film Review: Aggressive Estrogen Flick With Snappy Humor

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 5, 2019 6:29 pm | Films, Nation

The two-hour epic starts slowly and confusingly but just when you begin feeling sleepy, it picks up on speed.

President Niinistö After Hip Surgery: After Couple of Tabs I’ve Lost Every Chess Game to the Pad

Posted by Editorial Team | February 28, 2019 8:00 am | Politics, President

On Wednesday, he was tweeting from the recovery room.

President Sauli Niinistö to Have Hip Surgery Today – Plans to Get on His Feet the Following Day And Continue Working

Posted by Editorial Team | February 27, 2019 8:50 am | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö, 70, will have a hip surgery today.

‘Moominvalley’ Shines Light on the Smallest Details

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 25, 2019 5:24 pm | Culture, Films

We watched the first three episodes of ‘Moominvalley’ (2019) to find out if the new adaptation is worth the watch.

Three Ways to Promote Equality and Equity in Nordic Education

Posted by Editorial Team | February 22, 2019 8:13 am | Feature

More than 100 researchers representing universities in eight countries have spent years examining social justice in education from various angles.

Foreign Minister Timo Soini to Receive Order of the Cross From the Estonian President

Posted by Editorial Team | February 21, 2019 4:45 pm | Nation

Foreign Minister Timo Soini (Blue Reform) has been awarded a decoration of the II class of the Order of the Cross of Terra Mariana (Maarjamaa Risti teenetemärk) by the Estonian President Kersti Kaljulaid.

President Niinistö in Germany: If Diplomacy No Longer Works, We Have a Big Problem in Our Hands

Posted by Editorial Team | February 21, 2019 8:46 am | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö participated in a panel discussion on arms control at the Munich Security Conference in Germany.

Government Takes Action to Prevent Sexual Offenses in General and Crimes by Immigrants

Posted by Editorial Team | February 20, 2019 4:03 pm | Nation

The government will start the preparation and introduction of these measures without delay.

Trade Unions of Health Care Sector Find FM Soini’s Comments About Filipino Nurses Outrageous

Posted by Editorial Team | February 18, 2019 12:30 pm | Nation, Politics

“They have been tricked to come to Finland with false images.”

Finland Doesn’t Want to Take Back Isis Fighters from Syria, PM Sipilä Says

Posted by Editorial Team | February 18, 2019 10:19 am | Nation

According to US President Donald Trump, there are 800 captured Isis fighters in Syria, and they should be sent to European countries and put on trial.

Foreign Minister Soini Would Tackle Finland’s Elderly Care Crisis By Bringing in Nurses From the Philippines

Posted by Editorial Team | February 16, 2019 10:39 am | Nation, Politics

“We need more caring hands, mainly from our home country but also from abroad,” Soini writes in his blog.

Finnish President Fights Global Warming in His Last Hockey Game Before Hip Surgery

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 16, 2019 8:45 am | Human Interest, Nation

We documented President Sauli Niinistö’s last hockey game of the season, up close and personal.

PICTURES: Seniors of Upper Secondary School Have Left the Building

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 14, 2019 6:10 pm | Nation

Over a hundred trucks circled around the Helsinki center on Thursday afternoon as nearly 4,000 seniors of upper secondary schools climbed on in their costumes to spread joy and candy.

Cold Dip Into the Aura River

Posted by Kathleen Cusack | February 11, 2019 5:45 pm | Culture, Feature

I venture to the Finnish Winter Swimming Championships in Turku on a cold weekend at the beginning of February to find out if Finns are crazy.

Minister of Sport Suggests State Funeral For Former Ski Jumper Matti Nykänen

Posted by Editorial Team | February 6, 2019 1:42 pm | Politics

Minister for European Affairs, Culture and Sport Sampo Terho has asked government officials to investigate the possibility.

Chairman of Blue Reform Party Suggests a Quota For Students of Foreign Background

Posted by Editorial Team | February 4, 2019 12:47 pm | Politics

According to Sampo Terho, a quota would “contribute to the integration and peaceful working environment in schools.”

Finnish Ski Jumper Legend Matti Nykänen Has Passed Away

Posted by Editorial Team | February 4, 2019 9:02 am | Nation

Ski jumper legend Matti Nykänen died on the night between Sunday and Monday.

Most Snow in Unusual Places – Snow Depth in Lapland Same as in Cities in Southern Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 31, 2019 7:22 am | Nation

Here are the snowiest places right now.

Darude to Represent Finland in Eurovision Song Contest 2019

Posted by Editorial Team | January 30, 2019 2:36 pm | Music, Nation

“This is a huge challenge for me in many ways,” Darude said.

Finland and Sweden Engage in Even Closer Cooperation Regarding Bioeconomy and Defense Sector

Posted by Editorial Team | January 30, 2019 1:55 pm | Nation, Politics

The good relations between the two countries and the will to further enhance them where among the key topics discussed by the Prime Minister of Sweden Stefan Löfven and Finnish Prime Minister Juha Sipilä in Helsinki.