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9,320 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 1,065 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | March 30, 2022 10:07 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 30, 2022.

‘Ambulance’ Film Review: Michael Bay’s Epic Chase is a Masterclass in Action Filmmaking

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 30, 2022 9:07 pm | Films

Here’s our five-star review.

14,764 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 28, 2022 12:25 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 28, 2022.

12,502 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 24, 2022 12:22 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronairus update on March 24, 2022.

9,312 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 23, 2022 3:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on Wednesday, March 23, 2022.

25,705 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 21, 2022 3:16 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 21, 2022.

President Niinistö to Meet French President Macron in Paris on Monday

Posted by Editorial Team | March 21, 2022 9:50 am | President

President Sauli Niinistö will make a working visit to France and meet French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Monday.

Happy Minna Canth’s Day!

Posted by Editorial Team | March 19, 2022 2:59 pm | Culture

On Saturday, Finland honors the legacy of Minna Canth (1844–1897) and gender Equality Day with flags being raised across the country.

Warm Temperatures of Over Plus 15 Degrees Possible This Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | March 19, 2022 11:32 am | Nation

The weather is clearly getting warmer on Sunday, and the all-time warm temperature record may be broken.

3,400 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 18, 2022 5:51 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 18, 2022.

The Government Establishes a Coordination Group That Assesses the Changed Security Environment

Posted by Editorial Team | March 18, 2022 5:24 pm | Politics

The assessment will be used to support the national discussion on if Finland should join NATO or not.

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

Posted by Editorial Team | March 18, 2022 2:12 pm | Nation

Finland is the happiest country in the world for the fifth time in a row, reveals the 2022 World Happiness Report by United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network.

6,110 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 15, 2022 1:45 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 15, 2022.

26,848 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 14, 2022 12:17 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 14, 2022.

Finlandia Hall Presents: Little Finlandia!

Posted by Jan Artiček | March 12, 2022 6:59 pm | Business, Culture, Feature

We attended the grand opening of Little Finlandia, a spectacular piece of architecture suitable for congresses, parties and more.

President Niinistö to Travel to London to Discuss the War in Ukraine at JEF Leaders’ Summit

Posted by Editorial Team | March 12, 2022 5:02 pm | Nation, President

The meeting is intended to discuss the war in Ukraine and the security situation in Europe.

President Niinistö Talks with President Putin, Earlier with Zelensky

Posted by Editorial Team | March 11, 2022 7:04 pm | Nation, President

President Sauli Niinistö talked for an hour on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. Earlier in the day, President Niinistö also had a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

21,159 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; The Highest Number in 24 Hours So Far

Posted by Editorial Team | March 11, 2022 1:51 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 11, 2022.

‘Licorice Pizza’ Film Review: P. T. Anderson on a Nostalgic Joyride Through 70s Los Angeles

Posted by Jan Artiček | March 10, 2022 1:20 pm | Films

Here’s our five-star review.

10,051 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 10, 2022 1:12 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 10, 2022.

8,910 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 851 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | March 9, 2022 5:51 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 9, 2022.

22,369 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; The Number of People in Hospital Has Increased Significantly

Posted by Editorial Team | March 7, 2022 1:26 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 7, 2022.

Public Warning Sirens Are Tested Across Finland at Noon on Monday

Posted by Editorial Team | March 7, 2022 11:00 am | Nation

Today, the public warning signal system is tested at 12:00, noon, across Finland, following the decades-old practice where the system is tested on the first Monday of each month.

PM Marin Met with Swedish Counterpart Andersson: Close Cooperation Makes us Stronger

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 5, 2022 6:36 pm | Nation, Politics

Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) met with Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson at the Finnish prime minister’s official residence, Kesäranta, on Saturday to talk about the ongoing war in Ukraine and other topics.

President Niinistö Met with Biden; Swedish PM Andersson and Defense Minister Hultqvist Today in Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 5, 2022 11:48 am | Military, President

The Finnish president, Sauli Niinistö, met with his US counterpart, Joe Biden, at the White House on Friday. On Saturday, the Swedish prime minister, Magdalena Andersson, and the Swedish defense minister, Peter Hultqvist, will visit Finland for discussions.

Ukrainian Passport Holders Can Travel Free on HSL Public Transport Until End of April

Posted by Editorial Team | March 4, 2022 1:28 pm | Helsinki, Public transport

“We want to express support to the Ukrainians who are forced to flee their homes because of the war,” the Helsinki Regional Transport Authority HSL noted in a statement on Friday.

7,185 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 4, 2022 12:12 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on Friday, March 4, 2022.

‘The Batman’ Film Review: The Best Film of the Year So Far

Posted by Tony Öhberg | March 3, 2022 9:05 pm | Films

Here’s our five-star review.

6,029 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 3, 2022 5:08 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 3, 2022.

Finnair Finds Alternative Route to Tokyo By Avoiding Russian Airspace

Posted by Editorial Team | March 3, 2022 4:47 pm | Business, Travel

Earlier in the week, Russia announced the closure of its airspace to air carriers of 36 states, including Finland.

President Niinistö to Meet with President Biden at the White House on Friday

Posted by Editorial Team | March 3, 2022 2:14 pm | President

Topics on the presidents’ agenda include Russia’s attack on Ukraine and the European security order, the Finnish president’s office noted in a statement on Thursday.

Finland to Send Arms Assistance to Ukraine in a Historical Decision

Posted by Editorial Team | March 1, 2022 5:20 pm | Nation, Politics

In a historical decision, Finland has decided to give arms aid to Ukraine, which is struggling in the middle of Russian military attacks.

19,686 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | March 1, 2022 4:30 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on March 1, 2022.

War in Ukraine; Finnish Perspective

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 26, 2022 5:02 pm | Feature

Here’s what’s been said and done in Finland in the past three days since Russia began military strikes in Ukraine.

4,264 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 23, 2022 3:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 23, 2022.

Restrictions on Restaurants to be Lifted Almost Completely on March 1

Posted by Editorial Team | February 23, 2022 2:53 pm | Government, Restrictions

The government wants not only to lift the limitations on restaurants but also to see if it’s possible for an employer to access employees’ health records related to the coronavirus.

National Olympic Gold Medal Celebration of Leijonat Set to Kick Off at Olympic Stadium on Monday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 21, 2022 3:24 pm | Nation, Sports

The Olympic Stadium prepares to receive an audience of about 20,000.

17,671 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 52 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | February 21, 2022 11:58 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 21, 2022.

Heavy Snowfall Expected in Southern Finland on Monday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 21, 2022 11:23 am | Nation

It’s going to start snowing heavily in the Uusimaa region on Monday afternoon.

GALLERY: Finns Celebrate Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Gold at the Market Square

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 20, 2022 1:10 pm | Gallery, Nation, Sports

People gather at the Market Square in Helsinki to celebrate the Olympic gold medal in ice hockey.

Ministry Proposes Speeding Up Entry to Finland for Students and Researchers

Posted by Editorial Team | February 19, 2022 11:51 am | Government, Nation

D visas could be granted to students, researchers, employees of certified employers, managers in companies and family members of the above-mentioned people.

‘Uncharted’ Film Review: Wahlberg and Holland Are the Dynamic Duo in a World-Class Adventure

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 18, 2022 6:22 pm | Films

Here’s our review.

‘Marry Me’ Film Review: One of The Best Rom-Coms Since the Days of Hugh Grant

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 18, 2022 6:02 pm | Films

Here’s our review.

10,386 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 11, 2022 2:27 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 11, 2022.

Finnish Skier Iivo Niskanen Wins Olympic Gold

Posted by Editorial Team | February 11, 2022 10:37 am | Nation, Sports

The Finnish skier Iivo Niskanen wins gold in men’s 15km classic cross-country at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics on Friday.

The Government Updates the National Strategy for Covid Testing

Posted by Editorial Team | February 11, 2022 2:12 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Government

The aim is to identify the causes of severe respiratory infections and to prevent the spread of infections particularly among groups of people who have a high risk of developing a more serious form of the disease.

‘Death on the Nile’ Film Review: Uninspiring, to Say the Least

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 10, 2022 11:17 pm | Films

Here’s our review.

12,805 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 10, 2022 2:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 10 , 2022.

4,520 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 9, 2022 3:41 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 9, 2022.

7,472 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 8, 2022 12:28 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 8, 2022.

19,898 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 7, 2022 12:18 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 7, 2022.

6,952 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 4, 2022 12:44 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 4, 2022.

GALLERY – Hundreds Protest Against Corona Restrictions: Great Speeches When the Pols Are Not Speaking

Posted by Tony Öhberg | February 3, 2022 10:21 pm | Culture, Gallery, Government, Helsinki, Restrictions

Hundreds gathered in Helsinki to remind the decision-makers that this is the final lockdown.

6,788 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 3, 2022 12:10 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 3, 2022.

President Niinistö at the Opening of Parliament: There’s a Rising Need to Review our National Preparedness

Posted by Editorial Team | February 2, 2022 10:19 pm | Politics, President

Read President Sauli Niinistö’s remarks in full.

8,038 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 2, 2022 9:38 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 2, 2022.

3,244 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | February 1, 2022 12:01 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on February 1, 2022.

14,439 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 31, 2022 2:42 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 31, 2022.

Snowstorm ‘Valtteri’ to Hit Finland Hard by Saturday Evening

Posted by Tony Öhberg | January 29, 2022 11:41 am | Nation

In places, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute, it may snow as much as 30 centimeters.

6,271 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 27, 2022 4:09 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 27, 2022.

HKI Region Coronavirus Coordination Group Recommends Easing Restrictions

Posted by Editorial Team | January 27, 2022 3:42 pm | Helsinki, Restrictions

View a list of places where the restrictions could be lifted.

8,039 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 26, 2022 12:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 26, 2022.

7,009 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 25, 2022 12:23 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 25, 2022.

22,520 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 24, 2022 12:04 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 24, 2022.

10,747 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 21, 2022 4:40 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 21, 2022.

8,382 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 19, 2022 12:57 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 19, 2022.

Restrictions on Restaurants and Public Events to Continue Until Mid-February

Posted by Editorial Team | January 19, 2022 10:10 am | Government, Restrictions

Restaurants and many other indoor venues are forced to limit their opening hours or to keep their doors shut at least until mid-February.

22,217 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 17, 2022 12:59 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 17 ,2022.

9,582 New Coronavirus in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 14, 2022 6:38 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 14, 2022.

14,277 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 13, 2022 1:01 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 13, 2022.

9,768 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 700 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | January 12, 2022 12:32 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 12, 2022.

9,768 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 11, 2022 12:22 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 11, 2022.

Restrictions on Public Spaces Extended Further in Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | January 10, 2022 3:07 pm | Helsinki, Restrictions

The Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland tightens the restrictions on public places.

23,325 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 620 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | January 10, 2022 12:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 10, 2022.

9,921 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 8, 2022 11:22 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on Friday, January 8, 2022.

5,492 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 4, 2022 12:27 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 4, 2022.

17,047 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 3, 2022 1:45 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on January 3, 2022.

11,334 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | January 1, 2022 4:18 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update of the numbers published on Friday, December 31, 2021.

President Niinistö in His New Year’s Speech: ‘No Maelstrom Lasts Forever’

Posted by Editorial Team | January 1, 2022 3:36 pm | President

Read President Sauli Niinistö’s remarks in full.

3,000 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; The Highest Number to Date in 24 Hours

Posted by Editorial Team | December 23, 2021 5:01 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 23, 2021.

John Landis at Night Visions Film Festival: ‘It’s a Mistake to Direct When You’re in a Gorilla Suit’

Posted by Jan Artiček | December 23, 2021 4:01 pm | Films

Director John Landis’ masterclass was a delight for any cinema enthusiast and aspiring filmmaker during the Night Visions Film Festival in early December in Helsinki. Landis is, among others, the director of ‘Blues Brothers,’ a film widely heralded as one of the best comedies of our times.

2,877 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; The Highest Number to Date in 24 Hours

Posted by Editorial Team | December 22, 2021 1:15 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 22, 2021.

2,042 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 21, 2021 11:58 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 21, 2021.

Firefighters Are Extinguishing Residual Fire at the Meira Production Plant

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 20, 2021 8:21 pm | Helsinki

The firefighters have been working to extinguish the attic fire throughout the night.

5,932 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 39 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | December 20, 2021 1:29 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 20, 2021.

2,079 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 17, 2021 12:07 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 17, 2021.

2,225 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 15, 2021 12:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 15, 2021.

4,306 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 13, 2021 12:18 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 13, 2021.

1,794 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; The Highest Number in 24h Since the Beginning of the Pandemic

Posted by Editorial Team | December 10, 2021 5:06 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 10, 2021.

Birth Rate Goes Up Seven Percent During the Pandemic in Finland; Kela Responds to the Exceptional Phenomenon by Releasing 2022 Maternity Package Early

Posted by Editorial Team | December 9, 2021 3:58 pm | Nation

Next year’s maternity package was exceptionally revealed already on December 9 because the birth rate has gone up in Finland.

In the Footsteps of Jean Sibelius

Posted by Paulina Bouzas | December 8, 2021 12:54 pm | Jean Sibelius, Music

What is it like to be a classical musician in Finland? Paulina Bouzas aims to find out.

1,296 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 60 Patients in Intensive Care

Posted by Editorial Team | December 8, 2021 12:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 8, 2021.

1,542 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 7, 2021 8:13 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 7, 2021.

GALLERY: The Police Arrest 21 During the Independence Day Protests in Helsinki

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 7, 2021 2:59 pm | Gallery, Helsinki, Independence Day

Over 2,000 people took part in various protests on Finland’s 104th Independence Day.

3,412 New Coronvavirus Infections in Finland; 23 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | December 6, 2021 3:06 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on December 6, 2021.

Finland Celebrates 104th Independence Day

Posted by Tony Öhberg | December 6, 2021 1:34 pm | Nation

The Independence Day celebrations have started peacefully.

Seven Coronavirus Infections Caused by the Omicron Variant Confirmed in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | December 4, 2021 4:28 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

A total of seven coronavirus infections caused by the new virus variant, Omicron, have been detected in Finland, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) reports on Saturday.