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Today We Celebrate the Finnish Identity

Posted by Editorial Team | May 12, 2017 6:33 am | Nation

Flags are hoisted for J.V. Snellman.

We Visited the Presidential Palace to Observe its Treasures – Here’s What We Found

Posted by Editorial Team | May 11, 2017 11:47 am | Culture, Feature

There are certain opportunities in life which rarely present themselves. This was one of them.

‘Alien: Covenant’ Film Review: Weird Sci-fi Mess That Is For True Fans Only

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 10, 2017 1:41 pm | Films

The latest installment of the Alien series gets boring pretty fast.

Russians Celebrate Their First ‘Victory Day’ in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | May 10, 2017 8:37 am | Human Interest

With over 30,000 Russian citizens and more than 75,000 Russian speakers living in Finland, it’s surprising that it has taken over 70 years to establish a formal celebration for this beloved occasion in Helsinki.

The Finnish Presidential Couple to Celebrate 80th Birthdays of King and Queen of Norway

Posted by Editorial Team | May 9, 2017 11:07 am | Human Interest, Politics

The presidential couple’s program will include a banquet held by King Harald V and Queen Sonja in the Royal Palace in Norway.

Flags Are Raised for Europe

Posted by Editorial Team | May 9, 2017 5:44 am | Nation

Today the Finnish flag is not alone in its flight.

Presidential Palace Opens Its Doors to Visitors From May 10 to 13

Posted by Editorial Team | May 8, 2017 3:00 pm | Nation

The open house event is being arranged in honor of Finland’s celebration of its centenary as an independent country.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov Criticizes Sweden But Praises Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | May 5, 2017 1:31 pm | Politics

In Finland, Sergei Lavrov delivered bouquets and brickbats.

Finns Celebrate May Day With A Kind of Flair That Others Can’t Duplicate

Posted by Editorial Team | May 2, 2017 11:42 am | Culture, Nation

Vappu brings out a secret side to the Finnish people that is spontaneous, open, warm and crazy. In the best way possible.

The Polar Bear Cub in Ranua Zoo Is Looking for a Name

Posted by Editorial Team | April 29, 2017 11:37 am | Nation

The polar bear cub was so cute that the zoo had trouble to come up with a name.

The Iconic Statues of Helsinki Railway Station Look Now Like the Members of Kiss

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 28, 2017 11:51 am | Culture, Music, Nation

On early misty Friday morning, the statues were clad in masks.

New Residence Permit for Startups, 100 Millions to Improve Security – Government’s Midterm Talks in a Nutshell

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 26, 2017 9:30 am | Business

As a result, for example, a new startup residence permit may see daylight in the near future.

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ Film Review: The Group of Space Misfits Deliver the Fun

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 25, 2017 4:45 pm | Films

The group of space misfits are back to bring the fun on the silver screen.

4 Reasons Why I Will Never Speak Finnish Fluently

Posted by Anna Viljanen | April 25, 2017 8:03 am | Culture

You just have to accept the fact that you will have to start your education from zero-level.

Deportations of Refugees Should Be Stopped, According to Former President Tarja Halonen

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 24, 2017 5:01 pm | Human Interest, Nation

According to Halonen, the Foreign Ministry doesn’t recommend Finns to travel to Afghanistan, Iraq or Syria. Yet they are deporting people to these countries.

Finns – Ordinary Joes, Vikings or Neither?

Posted by Anna Viljanen | April 21, 2017 9:08 am | Nation

Stereotypes are often the way to the gentle unknown.

Migratory Birds Turn Back to the South Because of the Cold Weather in Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 19, 2017 12:05 pm | Nation

The cold, northerly wind is pushing migratory birds to turn their beaks and wing to the south.

Finland Is the Safest Country In the World

Posted by Editorial Team | April 18, 2017 11:09 am | Nation

Finland is the safest country in the world, according to the World Economic Forum.

This is Why the Lack of Education in English for Expat Kids in Finland May Be a Good Thing

Posted by Editorial Team | April 14, 2017 6:00 am | Nation

Have faith in the Finnish education system.

Juuso Bear Takes One Look at the Finnish Spring Weather and Goes Back to Sleep

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 12, 2017 9:12 am | Human Interest, Nation

It took only one look for Juuso, the most famous bear in Finland, to declare that it’s time to go back to sleep.

‘Fast & Furious 8’ Film Review: A Four-Star Film, If You Accept That Vin Diesel Can’t Act

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 11, 2017 2:18 pm | Films

With the aid of a simple premise, you don’t have to worry about not seeing the previous ones.

The Introduction of Study Fees For non-EU Students in August Makes Universities Sweat

Posted by Editorial Team | April 6, 2017 11:32 am | Nation

Where will this lead? A U.K. style system where the user pays for all?

Chinese President Xi in Finland: Pandas Will Be The Messengers of Friendship Between Our Two Countries

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 5, 2017 6:23 pm | Nation, Politics

On Wednesday morning, Xi Jinping, the president of China, and his spouse arrived in Finland for a historical visit.

Hundreds Protest Against Deportations of Afghan Refugees in Helsinki – Police Forced to Use Dog and Gas

Posted by Tony Öhberg | April 4, 2017 10:35 am | Nation, Politics

A few hundred protesters in targeted locations across Helsinki objected the deportations of refugees back to Afghanistan on Monday evening.

President Niinistö in North Russia: ‘If We Lose the Arctic, We Lose the World’

Posted by Editorial Team | April 3, 2017 5:08 pm | Nation, Politics

“No one can escape the effects of global warming,” NIinistö said at the Arctic forum in Russia.

Director Selma Vilhunen Wants People to Find ‘Their Inner Hobbyhorse’ – An Interview With Finland Today

Posted by Editorial Team | March 31, 2017 10:20 am | Entertainment

We sat down with Director Selma Vilhunen, whose documentary Hobbyhorse Revolution premieres in cinemas on Friday.

Prime Minister Juha Sipilä Votes in Advance: ‘A Woman Received a Vote’

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 29, 2017 4:17 pm | Politics

Today is the first day to vote in the municipal elections.

Millions Turn Off the Lights to Shine a Light On Climate Action

Posted by Editorial Team | March 27, 2017 8:35 am | Nation

On Saturday evening, Earth Hour was once again celebrated across the globe.

Linnea Skog, 13, Grabs the Prize for Best Actress at the Finnish Film Awards

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 24, 2017 11:24 pm | Entertainment, Films, Nation

Here are the highlights of Jussi Awards.

Finland Is The Fifth Happiest Country in the World, According to the UN

Posted by Editorial Team | March 22, 2017 8:10 am | Culture, Nation

High level of happiness depends on much more than income.

The Majority of Respondents in a Survey Feel That Refugees Threaten Internal Security

Posted by Editorial Team | March 21, 2017 4:11 pm | Nation

At the same time, the respondents stated that they wanted to help those who really need it.

Finnish Red Cross: “We Want to Put a Stop to Discriminative Behavior”

Posted by Editorial Team | March 21, 2017 6:34 am | Nation

Monday afternoon saw Narinkkatori in Kamppi transformed into a hive of joy as the Week Against Racism kicked off.

Spring Begins Today

Posted by Editorial Team | March 20, 2017 11:59 am | Nation

Longer and sunnier days are to come!

Finland In a Nutshell Is Just COOL

Posted by Anna Viljanen | March 17, 2017 4:48 pm | Nation

I want you to imagine the shock on our faces when on this cold, Finnish night we saw natives walking the streets wearing T-shirts and shorts.

President Niinistö After Meeting His Estonian Counterpart Kaljulaid: We Are Like Siblings

Posted by Editorial Team | March 9, 2017 11:45 am | Nation, Politics

“We have learned to cooperate in all areas,” said President Sauli Niinistö at the press conference after meeting his Estonian counterpart.

‘Moonlight’ Film Review: A Social Document of Sexual Identity and Masculinity

Posted by Editorial Team | March 8, 2017 9:15 am | Films

The film takes an intimate close-up perspective on a young man’s search for identity, sexual identity and masculinity, leaving the viewer touched, horrified, sad and hear-aching at the same time.

‘Tom of Finland’ Film Review: Art or Hardcore Gay Sex Imagery? – It’s about life

Posted by Editorial Team | March 8, 2017 6:45 am | Films

Dome Karukoski’s film about Touko Laaksonen, the Finnish homoerotic artist who became popular around the world, is a gem.

Video: Snow Sculptors Compete In Finnish Championships in Juuka

Posted by Editorial Team | February 6, 2017 11:14 am | Culture, Nation

Finland’s centenary was the theme of the year.

The BUK Missile System That Shot Down the Malaysian Airlines Plane Preserved in a Museum in Tuusula

Posted by Editorial Team | February 3, 2017 11:13 am | Culture, Nation

Finland is the first country in the world to preserve a BUK missile system in a museum.

Protesters Clang the Cowbell While Parliament Celebrates Opening Session at the Finlandia Hall

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 2, 2017 9:59 pm | Nation, Parliament, Politics

Protesters gather in front of the Finlandia Hall to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Sipilä.Protesters gather in front of the Finlandia Hall to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Sipilä.

President Niinistö Warns Against the Dangers of Rising Protectionism

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 2, 2017 4:32 pm | Nation, Politics

President NIinistö opens the 2017 session of the parliament at the Finlandia Hall on Thursday afternoon.

Government to Start Endorsing Organic Milk for Schoolchildren

Posted by Editorial Team | February 1, 2017 4:14 pm | Nation, Politics

The goal is that day-care centers and schools could serve more often domestic, organically produced milk and vegetables.

Animal Inside Out Exhibition Takes the Visitor to an Anatomical Safari

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 31, 2017 4:42 pm | Culture, Human Interest, Nation

At the Finnish Science Center Heureka, one gets to explore the intricate biology of animals.

Rooster Is Stubborn and Always Right – Hundreds Celebrate Chinese New Year of the Rooster in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 27, 2017 8:22 pm | Culture, Nation

People born in the year of the rooster are said to be deep thinkers, talented and competent. Oh, and stubborn!

Delfi the Dolphin That Was Transferred From Tampere to Greece Has Died

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 27, 2017 8:45 am | Human Interest, Nation

Delfi died five months after the transfer to the dolphinarium at the Attica Zoological Park. He was 37.

Kemi SnowCastle Displays Beautiful Ice Sculptures of Iconic Finns

Posted by Editorial Team | January 25, 2017 3:42 pm | Culture, Nation

Some of the most beautiful ice sculptures we’ve seen in a while are on display at the Kemi SnowCastle.

Ukrainian President Poroshenko Asks President Niinistö To Put Pressure on the Russian Side

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 24, 2017 4:30 pm | Nation, Politics

“I addressed Mister President to step up the pressure on the Russian side to liberate our people from the Russian presence as well as from the captivity in Donbass,” Poroshenko said.

The Idea For a State-Owned Transport Network Company is Dropped – NO Reduction in Vehicle Taxes

Posted by Editorial Team | January 24, 2017 8:27 am | Nation

Prime Minister Sipilä announced late on Monday evening that the planned state traffic company will not see daylight during this government’s term.

Ukrainian President Poroshenko Seeks Solution To Crimean Crisis With President Niinistö in Finland on Tuesday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 23, 2017 10:34 am | Nation, Politics

President Sauli Niinistö and his Ukrainian counterpart, Petro Poroshenko, will hold discussions on trying to solve the Ukrainian crisis.

Browsing Plus Size Clothes For Women Can Be Hard, Two of the Nordic Trendsetters Come From Finland

Posted by Elizabeth Catherine Barr | January 21, 2017 8:36 am | Fashion, Nation

Keeping big ladies from looking dumpy has become a mission of some Nordic businesses. Two trendsetters come from Finland.

People Select Rye Bread as the National Dish of Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 19, 2017 1:56 pm | Food & Drinks, Nation

Rye bread is made of domestic ingredients, it’s healthy and has historical roots.

Paralympian from Pori Leo-Pekka Tähti Is the Athlete of the Year

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 18, 2017 9:20 pm | Nation

Leo-Pekka Tähti is the first Paralympian in Finland to be recognized as the Athlete of the Year.

Majority of Citizens in the Capital Region Want Free Public Transport, Says a Survey

Posted by Editorial Team | January 16, 2017 3:08 pm | Nation

Public transport should be free in Helsinki region, according to 59 percent of the respondents of a survey

‘La La Land’ Film Review: Hollywood Clichés in Colorful Musical

Posted by Editorial Team | January 13, 2017 12:12 pm | Films, Nation

Clichéd? Sure. But Emma Stone sings a wonderful ode to every creative person who has been struggling to be accepted.

Lux Dazzles With Its Light Installations Again

Posted by Elizabeth Catherine Barr | January 9, 2017 9:22 am | Arts, Culture, Nation

Lux offers a juxtaposition of dazzling lights and new technologies coupled with a narrative of where the natural world fits into our ever changing urbanized living.

Finland Today’s Best Pictures of 2016

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 5, 2017 6:23 pm | Culture, Nation

Here are the best pictures from a moose breaking into a bank to the pillow fight day and the visit of President Putin.

Tax on Sweets and Ice Cream Is Dropped in January – This is How Much it Will Affect the Prices

Posted by Editorial Team | January 3, 2017 9:39 am | Business, Nation

Tax on sweets and ice cream will be dropped from the beginning of January.

President Niinistö’s New Year Speech Was About Good, Evil and a Union With Bear and Man

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 2, 2017 1:23 pm | Nation, Politics

Niinistö quoted author Juha Hurme: “People, animals and plants, all from the same root, made of the same matter.”

100,000 Strong Celebrate the Centenary of Finland’s Independence on New Year’s Eve in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 1, 2017 3:10 pm | Nation

It was an amazing party.

President Putin Congratulates Finland On the Country’s Independence Jubilee Year

Posted by Editorial Team | December 31, 2016 10:47 am | Nation, Politics

President Sauli Niinistö held a telephone conversation with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on December 30.

60,000 People Expected to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Töölö Bay – Your Guide to Finland’s Centenary Party

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 30, 2016 3:26 pm | Nation

The whole Mannerheimintie will be blocked off for dancing and other things you should know about the centenary celebration of Finland’s independence.

Australian Lydia Strohfeldt Learned to Speak Fluent Finnish In a Year – Here’s How She Did It

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 23, 2016 11:54 am | Human Interest, Nation

Strohfeldt arrived in Finland as an exchange student in January 2016. In under a

‘Passengers’ Film Review: Platitudes in Space

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 22, 2016 7:14 pm | Films, Nation

In Passengers, Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt share banalities in the cosmos.

Here’s How Christmas Affects Services in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | December 22, 2016 2:09 pm | Nation

Here’s our Christmas memo.

Wednesday Was the Shortest Day of the Year

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 21, 2016 12:09 pm | Nation

The December solstice is actually a specific moment in time when the sun is exactly overhead the Tropic of Capricorn. This year in Finland, the exact time is at 12:44 in the afternoon.

Saara Aalto Arrived in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 20, 2016 10:29 pm | Culture, Entertainment, Music, Nation

Saara revealed her plans for the future. She will, for example, perform at the Helsinki Arena on April 15, 2017.

‘Assassin’s Creed’ Film Review: Bad, Bad, Bad

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 19, 2016 8:36 pm | Films, Nation

The fight and action scenes are below average and the plot is less than intriguing.

‘Collateral Beauty’ Film Review: One of the Best Feel-Good Films in Decades

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 19, 2016 8:30 pm | Films, Nation

It’s also one of Will Smith’s best performances, one that should be nominated for an Oscar.

Robert Helenius Knocks Down Gonzalo ‘Victory’ Basile in 48 Seconds at Helsinki Arena

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 18, 2016 3:39 am | Boxing, Nation

Helenius pounded his Argentinian opponent to the floor in record time: 48 seconds.

Robert Helenius Faces Gonzalo ‘Victory’ Basile in a Heavyweight Boxing Bout on Saturday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 17, 2016 4:10 pm | Boxing, Nation

“Basile is impressive, and he can surely take punches,” Helenius said at the press conference. “But I will win.”

Thousands Observe the National Saint Lucia Procession in Helsinki – The Tradition, Explained

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 14, 2016 3:59 pm | Culture, Entertainment

Lucia celebrations arrived in Finland from Sweden. Here’s what you need to know about the tradition.

Saara ‘Sisu’ Aalto Sings For A Crowd of Ten Thousand in Helsinki Before X Factor UK Finals

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 12, 2016 8:54 pm | Culture, Entertainment, Music, Nation

President Sauli Niinistö coined a new nickname “Sisu” for the X Factor UK runner-up, Saara Aalto, who visited Helsinki before the UK finals.

The New Estonian PM Juri Ratas Doesn’t Bow to Russia and Aims to Increase Trade With Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 11, 2016 12:43 pm | Nation, Politics

The relations between Finland and Estonia are going strong and, maybe, stronger than ever.

Seven Points Of The Meeting Between Prime Minister Sipilä and Medvedev

Posted by Editorial Team | December 11, 2016 11:29 am | Nation, Politics

Prime Minister Juha Sipilä met his Russian counterpart, Dmitry Medvedev, in Oulu on Friday.

Trump Calls President Niinistö: ‘Finns Are Great People’

Posted by Editorial Team | December 8, 2016 7:02 pm | Politics

President Sauli Niinistö talked with the U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday.

Alko Selects Estonian Vana Tallinn As the Official Liqueur For Finland’s Centenary

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 8, 2016 1:10 pm | Food & Drinks, Nation

The Estonian company Liviko won the competitive bidding against Finnish challengers.

Finland’s 99th Independence Day in Pictures

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 7, 2016 11:31 am | Nation

From raising the flag to the first waltz at the Presidential Palace.

‘You, Expatriate Finns, Are Important Ambassadors For Finland,’ Says President Sauli Niinistö

Posted by Editorial Team | December 6, 2016 7:33 am | Nation

“Finnishness knows no bounds – our country and people still need their defenders and advocates, both in Finland and abroad,” says President Niinistö.

Could A Flock of Reindeer Replace the Guggenheim Art Museum in Helsinki?

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 2, 2016 6:57 pm | Culture, Nation

The idea is based on a thought that a hundred reindeer would be more interesting than Guggenheim art museum.

SURVEY REVEALS: Trust In Finnish Government Sinks – Women More Willing to Intervene in Racism Than Men

Posted by Editorial Team | December 2, 2016 3:41 pm | Nation, Politics

Only one-third of Finns trusts the government, reveals a recent survey.

Terrafame Beanies Have Been Sold Out After Prime Minister Sipilä Wore One

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 1, 2016 3:44 pm | Nation

The beanie was gray and it was embroidered with an orange text that said “Terrafame.”

Helsinki City Council Rejects the Plans to Build Guggenheim Helsinki Art Museum

Posted by Editorial Team | December 1, 2016 8:50 am | Arts, Culture, Nation

The council voted 53-32 against the project on Wednesday night.

Did Prime Minister Juha Sipilä Try to Silence Yle? Sipilä-gate, Explained

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 30, 2016 8:33 pm | Nation, Politics

Last Friday, YLE published a critical article on Prime Minister Sipilä. Later, Sipilä was accused of trying to silence YLE.

Finns Have Already Spent 220 Million Euros For Christmas Gifts

Posted by Editorial Team | November 28, 2016 4:16 pm | Business, Nation

About 110 million euros is spent on the internet.

Jukka Viikilä Grabs the Finlandia Prize for Literature – Junior Award Winner Niemi’s Story About Multicultural Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 24, 2016 5:53 pm | Culture

The awards worth 30,000 euros were handed out at the Finnish National Theatre on Thursday afternoon.

5 Things You Need to Know About Using Alko’s New Net Store

Posted by Editorial Team | November 23, 2016 3:12 pm | Food & Drinks, Nation

The purpose of the net store is to increase the supply of products in Alko stores in remote areas.

The Finnish Government Apologizes To the Victims of Abuse in Child Welfare Foster Care In the Past Decades

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 21, 2016 1:25 pm | Human Interest, Nation

According to the survey carried out by the University of Jyväskylä, maltreatment and violence occurred in all forms of child welfare foster care.

Neo-Nazis Will March in Helsinki on the Independence Day – “We Are Going to Fight for Our Freedom”

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 18, 2016 6:45 pm | Politics

Neo-Nazis will arrange a mass march in Helsinki center on the Independence Day, December 6.

Every Fourth Finnish Child Has Suffered From Their Parents’ Alcohol Use

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 18, 2016 3:17 pm | Culture, Human Interest, Lifestyle, Nation

76 percent of the victims suffered from shame.

Paulo Coelho and Others Join the Children’s Benefit Campaign Created By the President’s Spouse Jenni Haukio

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 17, 2016 4:06 pm | Culture, Human Interest, Nation

Jenni Haukio, the first lady of Finland, conceptualized a campaign for children in need.

Finland Has the Best Governance In the World

Posted by Editorial Team | November 14, 2016 3:21 pm | Business, Nation, Politics

Finland has the best governance in the world, states the Legatum Institute in its latest global prosperity index.

Hundreds of Harry Potter Fans Dress Up to Celebrate the Release of the New Book in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 12, 2016 4:44 pm | Culture, Entertainment, Nation

A few hundred Harry Potter fans gather to the National Museum of Finland to celebrate the release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child – Parts One and Two.

President Niinistö: The Relations Between Finland and the U.S. Are Closer Than Ever

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 9, 2016 7:16 pm | Nation, Politics

While Niinistö believes that the U.S. stays committed to NATO, he urged other EU countries to take more responsibility for themselves.

PM Juha Sipilä Supported Clinton But Believes That Trump Will Keep Good Relations With Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 9, 2016 2:47 pm | Nation, Politics

Like Sipilä, Donald Trump has a background in the business world. According to Sipilä, this could affect Trump’s view on the importance of keeping good relations with other countries.

70 Fender-Benders In Uusimaa Region During the First Snowfall – Even The Plow Truck Drove Off Road

Posted by Tony Öhberg | November 3, 2016 5:16 pm | Nation

The first snowfall arrived in southern Finland and as usual, it didn’t come without problems.

Lonely Planet Ranks Finland as The Third Best Travel Destination For 2017

Posted by Editorial Team | October 25, 2016 4:02 pm | Culture, Nation

“The Finns will celebrate their centenary with gusto, with events planned in every region,” the Lonely Planet writes.

I Love Me Fair – An Introduction to Plastic Surgery

Posted by Elizabeth Catherine Barr | October 22, 2016 7:56 pm | Fashion, Lifestyle, Nation

I thought that the I Love Me Fair was preying upon the modern woman’s insecurities with quick fixes at a price. However, I am starting to think that it is a safe environment to explore things like permanent cosmetic work.