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President Niinistö to Visit France to Meet French President Macron

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2021 2:13 pm | Politics

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

408 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2021 12:11 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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

Warmer Weather Ahead

Posted by Editorial Team | September 6, 2021 9:23 am | Nation

After a colder weekend, it’s about to get warmer.

561 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 3, 2021 1:09 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on September 3, 2021.

Helsinki Bans Nighttime Rides With E-Scooters During Weekends

Posted by Editorial Team | September 3, 2021 12:37 pm | Helsinki

During a trial period, the City of Helsinki is hoping to find out if injuries can be reduced.

Former Finnish President Martti Ahtisaari Withdraws From Peacemaking Duties Due to Illness

Posted by Editorial Team | September 2, 2021 5:33 pm | Politics

President Martti Ahtisaari, 84, is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, according to a statement by the Office of the President of the Republic.

Finnish Wheelchair Athlete Amanda Kotaja Takes Silver at the Tokyo Paralympics

Posted by Tony Öhberg | September 2, 2021 12:58 pm | Sports

Finnish wheelchair athlete Amanda Kotaja, 26, won silver in the 100-meter T54 class final at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

683 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | September 2, 2021 12:04 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on September 2, 2021.

679 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2021 4:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Finnish Wheelchair Racer Toni Piispanen Wins Gold at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2021 3:38 pm | Sports

Wheelchair racer Toni Piispanen wins gold at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games 200-meter T51 class final on Tuesday.

The Finnish National Ice Hockey Team Beats Switzerland for Bronze at Women’s Worlds

Posted by Editorial Team | September 1, 2021 2:44 pm | Sports

The Finnish women’s national ice hockey team wins bronze after beating the Swiss team 3–1 at the 2021 Women’s Worlds in Calgary, Canada on Tuesday night.

650 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 26, 2021 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 26, 2021.

574 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 25, 2021 2:38 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 25, 2021.

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

Posted by Editorial Team | August 24, 2021 3:28 pm | Pinned, President

In his speech at the Ambassadors’ Conference on Tuesday, President Sauli Niinistö talked about the situation in Afghanistan, the U.S., the E.U., the pandemic, the climate change, the spirit of Helsinki, and more.

644 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 24, 2021 2:29 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 24, 2021.

371 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 23, 2021 5:19 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

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

Finland Brings Nearly Half of its Evacuees to Safety from Kabul; Operation Continues

Posted by Editorial Team | August 23, 2021 9:44 am | Government, Nation, Pinned

In total, there are about 240 people to be evacuated to Finland.

Powerful Thunderstorms Cause Floods Across Helsinki

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 5:33 pm | Helsinki, Nation, Pinned

On Saturday morning, an exceptional amount of rain poured over the Finnish capital.

673 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 4:27 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

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

The Finnish President Sends Troops to Kabul Airport to Support Evacuation Operation

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 4:12 pm | Government, Nation, Pinned

On Friday, President Sauli Niinistö decided to send a Defence Forces unit to Kabul International Airport to safeguard the evacuation operation of the Finnish relief team.

Government Amends Restrictions on Restaurants in Uusimaa, South Savo and Other Regions

Posted by Editorial Team | August 21, 2021 11:08 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned, Restrictions

The decree will enter into force on Sunday, August 22, 2021.

684 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 20, 2021 6:53 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

866 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 19, 2021 1:02 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 19, 2021.

665 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 17, 2021 2:40 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

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

451 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland on Monday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 16, 2021 11:53 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update on August 16, 2021.

Government Amends Restrictions on Restaurants; Satakunta Moves to Transmission Phase

Posted by Editorial Team | August 16, 2021 11:34 am | Pinned, Restrictions

The decree will enter into force on August 15.

765 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 4 New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | August 14, 2021 12:51 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Indoor Events Limited to 25 People in Helsinki Region; Vaccinations Underway at Schools

Posted by Editorial Team | August 14, 2021 12:37 pm | Helsinki, Pinned, Restrictions

The Regional State Administrative Agency is severely restricting the organization of public events.

926 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | August 13, 2021 12:14 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Pinned

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

In the Norwegian Borderland Teenagers Clean the River From Garbage

Posted by Editorial Team | August 12, 2021 10:18 pm | Environment

Dozens of teenagers from different regions of Russia clean the bottom of the river Kolosjoki, bordering Norway and Finland.

1,024 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland: The Highest Number Since the Beginning of the Pandemic

Posted by Editorial Team | August 12, 2021 11:56 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

844 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Two New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | August 11, 2021 4:43 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

School Started on Wednesday; 60,000 First-Graders to Begin School in August

Posted by Editorial Team | August 11, 2021 8:31 am | Nation, Pinned

The school year begins in many parts of Finland on Wednesday.

781 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Two New Deaths

Posted by Editorial Team | August 10, 2021 12:33 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

449 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 9, 2021 11:53 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Coronavirus Vaccinations of Children Aged 12 to 15 Begin on Monday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 9, 2021 11:33 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation, Vaccines

In many cases, a minor can make the decision of getting vaccinated.

1,322 Coronavirus Infections in Finland on Sunday; Includes Some Infections from Yesterday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 8, 2021 12:27 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

GALLERY: Bronze Medals, High Scores; How Finns Battled the Best in Tokyo 2020 Olympics

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 8, 2021 11:36 am | Gallery, Pinned, Tokyo 2020

Finland Today followed the Tokyo Games closely. Here are the highlights in pictures.

738 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; One New Death

Posted by Editorial Team | August 6, 2021 12:08 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Restrictions on Restaurants Tightened in Several Areas; No Dancing, Karaoke and Limited Seats at Terrace

Posted by Editorial Team | August 6, 2021 8:50 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation, Restrictions

On Sunday, restrictions on restaurants are tightened in areas that have moved to the community transmission and acceleration phase of the coronavirus pandemic.

752 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland on Thursday

Posted by Editorial Team | August 5, 2021 2:10 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Finnish Boxer Mira Potkonen Makes Olympic History in Tokyo; Two Medals in Two Consecutive Olympics

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 5, 2021 1:38 pm | Pinned, Tokyo 2020

Finnish boxer Mira Potkonen takes home Olympic bronze after giving her Brazilian opponent Beatriz Ferreira a fiery fight.

872 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Highest Number During the Whole Pandemic

Posted by Editorial Team | August 4, 2021 12:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Wrestler Arvi Savolainen Loses His Chances for the Bronze

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 3, 2021 7:05 pm | Nation, Tokyo 2020

After the loss to the Iranian wrestler, Savolainen described the feeling like being trapped in a bad dream.

692 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | August 3, 2021 5:38 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Helsinki Region Moves to the Spreading Phase

Posted by Editorial Team | August 3, 2021 5:29 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Helsinki

The capital region will move to the spreading phase of the coronavirus pandemic, the Metropolitan Area coronavirus coordination group decided in their meeting on Tuesday afternoon.

Arvi Savolainen to Wrestle for Bronze Medal on Tuesday

Posted by Tony Öhberg | August 3, 2021 9:46 am | Nation, Tokyo 2020

Finnish wrestler Arvi Savolainen beats Uzur Dzhuzupbekov from Kyrgyzstani 4-1 and advances to a bronze medal match in men’s Greco-Roman wrestling up to 97 kilos.

345 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 1313 Last Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | August 2, 2021 11:58 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

748 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 30, 2021 11:48 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

‘Jungle Cruise’ Film Review: Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt Take You on the Funniest Ride of the Summer

Posted by Tony Öhberg | July 29, 2021 6:33 pm | Films, Pinned

‘Jungle Cruise’ is a thrilling trip filled with twists and turns. Here’s our review.

Government Restricts Opening Hours of Restaurants in Several Areas

Posted by Editorial Team | July 29, 2021 3:06 pm | Nation, Restrictions

The new restrictions apply to regions that have moved to the acceleration phase.

765 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 29, 2021 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

‘Here’s the Longest List We’ve Ever Published’; This is Where You May Have Been Exposed to Coronavirus in Tampere

Posted by Editorial Team | July 28, 2021 1:33 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Tays Central Hospital in Tampere has published the longest list to date about possible places where one may have been exposed to the coronavirus.

Season of Dry Heat Has Ended; Heavy Rains, Thunder Ahead

Posted by Editorial Team | July 28, 2021 12:53 pm | Nation

Heavy rains are in the forecast.

644 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 28, 2021 11:56 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

612 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 27, 2021 12:02 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

267 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 930 Last Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | July 26, 2021 12:05 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

570 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland on Saturday

Posted by Editorial Team | July 24, 2021 1:26 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

412 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 23, 2021 12:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Director Spike Lee is Visiting Finland; Shares Laughs with the Finnish President

Posted by Tony Öhberg | July 22, 2021 8:19 pm | Films

American director Spike Lee is visiting Finland. So far, he has met with President Sauli Niinistö and Antti Kurvinen, the minister of science and culture.

The Government Restricts Opening Hours of Restaurants in Some Areas

Posted by Editorial Team | July 22, 2021 5:46 pm | Restrictions

The amended decree will enter into force on July 24.

Helsinki Publishes a List of Places Where One May Have Been Exposed to the Coronavirus

Posted by Editorial Team | July 22, 2021 3:09 pm | Helsinki

The City of Helsinki has gathered a list of places where one may have been exposed to the coronavirus.

404 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 22, 2021 12:11 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

453 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 56 in Hospital Care

Posted by Editorial Team | July 21, 2021 12:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

461 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 20, 2021 12:18 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

156 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 564 Last Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | July 19, 2021 12:30 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

GALLERY: Finest Finnish Jazz Artists Charm Crowd in Pori on Hot Summer Day

Posted by Tony Öhberg | July 18, 2021 2:42 pm | Gallery, Music

We joined the final day of an intimate Pori Jazz event at the beautiful Kirjurinluoto Park. Here are the highlights.

380 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 16, 2021 12:47 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Metro to Stop Running from Kulosaari to East Helsinki in Mid-July

Posted by Editorial Team | July 16, 2021 11:19 am | Helsinki

Demolition works of an old bridge will cause major disruptions to metro traffic.

Walk-in Vaccinations Available in Helsinki for the First Time on Saturday

Posted by Editorial Team | July 16, 2021 10:30 am | Helsinki, Vaccines

Helsinki is offering coronavirus vaccinations without an appointment for the first time on Saturday.

324 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 15, 2021 1:03 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

383 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 14, 2021 12:01 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

GALLERY: Cubans Who Live in Finland Take to the Streets in Helsinki Center

Posted by Editorial Team | July 13, 2021 7:43 pm | Gallery, Helsinki, Nation

In Finland, the Cubans are worried about their families who live on the island.

290 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 13, 2021 12:01 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

133 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 431 Last Weekend

Posted by Editorial Team | July 12, 2021 12:01 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

302 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 9, 2021 2:19 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

300 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 8, 2021 11:57 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

258 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 7, 2021 12:31 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Finland to Promote Free School Meals at UN High-Level Political Forum

Posted by Editorial Team | July 6, 2021 3:47 pm | Nation

Finland has provided free school meals for all children for over 70 years as a means to support their learning, dietary habits and overall health.

222 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 6, 2021 11:55 am | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

222 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | July 1, 2021 3:49 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

355 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 30, 2021 1:23 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

219 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 29, 2021 12:12 pm | Coronavirus in Finland, Nation

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Coronavirus Restrictions Eased Further

Posted by Editorial Team | June 24, 2021 1:21 pm | Pinned, Restrictions

The government has amended the decree restricting the activities of food and beverage service businesses due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

123 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 24, 2021 12:37 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

110 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 22, 2021 12:22 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

President Niinistö Has a Thorough Conversation With Chinese President Xi Jinping

Posted by Editorial Team | June 22, 2021 12:14 pm | Politics, President

President Sauli Niinistö had “a good and thorough telephone conversation” with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Elokapina Continues Protest at the Senate Square

Posted by Editorial Team | June 21, 2021 3:25 pm | Environment, Helsinki, Nation

After a 12-hour stay in police custody, many of the activists in the Elokapina movement have returned to continue the protest at the Senate Square.

Finns Party Leader Jussi Halla-aho to Step Down as Party Chair

Posted by Editorial Team | June 21, 2021 2:40 pm | Politics

Halla-aho has led the Finnsh Party since 2017.

45 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 21, 2021 11:56 am | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

The Police Catch 117 Elokapina Protesters After Failed Negotiations

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 21, 2021 9:57 am | Environment, Helsinki, Nation

After four days of traffic-jamming protests, the police decided to end it all.

Elokapina Moves Camp to Block Unioninkatu

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 19, 2021 5:06 pm | Environment, Helsinki

Elokapina activists have moved their camp from Mannerheimintie to Kruununhaka district.

115 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 19, 2021 12:10 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest update on the pandemic.

73 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 18, 2021 6:07 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

GALLERY: Elokapina Activists Camp on Main Road in Helsinki Overnight

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 18, 2021 1:30 pm | Environment, Gallery, Helsinki

In June 2021, activists from the Elokapina movement set up a camp on one of Helsinki’s busiest streets. We watched them for half a night.

55 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland

Posted by Editorial Team | June 7, 2021 12:24 pm | Coronavirus in Finland

Here’s our latest coronavirus update.

Restrictions on Restaurants Eased in Länsi-Pohja, South Karelia and Southwest Finland

Posted by Tony Öhberg | June 5, 2021 4:32 pm | Restrictions

The government has amended the decree restricting the activities of restaurants and other food and beverage service businesses due to the Covid-19 pandemic.