Category: Human Interest
Nornickel Discusses Plan to Develop Arctic Region
Norilsk Nickel aims to promote actions that bring growth and competitiveness in the Arctic region, with due respect for the environment, small indigenous people and the lives of ordinary people.
590 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 320 in Capital Region
Here’s our latest coronavirus update.
444 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland
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2 New Deaths Related to the Coronavirus
Here’s the latest update on hospital statistics.
343 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 747 Last Weekend
Here’s our latest coronavirus update.
4 New Deaths Related to the Coronavirus; 20 in Intensive Care
Here’s our latest update on hospital statistics.
Government Presents Three Tiers to Combat Coronavirus Pandemic
In line with the decision, the action plan will be supplemented with three new sets of measures aimed at combating the acceleration of the coronavirus pandemic and, in particular, at curbing the spread of the more infectious virus variant in Finland.
348 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland
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6 New Deaths Related to the Coronavirus
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399 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; 209 in Capital Region
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Upper Secondary School Seniors Can Opt Between Distance and Contact Teaching; ‘Penkkarit’ Has Been Canceled
View the full list of the decided measures to tackle the spread of the pandemic.
Roof of a Sports Hall Collapses in Espoo
The air-supported roof couldn’t take the heavy load of snow. Rescue department advises people to observe roofs for falling snow in Helsinki center.
29 New Coronavirus Cases Caused by a Variant Confirmed in Finland
A variant strain of the coronavirus has so far been detected in 49 positive samples of the virus.
Finland Repatriates Adults From Al Hol Detention Camp
Finland has repatriated six Finnish children and two adult mothers from north-east Syria on Sunday. It is the first time Finland has repatriated adults from the Al Hol detention camp in Syria where women and children related to ISIS militants are being held.
Mussel Species in Western Finnish River Are Recovering
Many species of freshwater mussels on the verge of local or global extinction. This is why it is important to preserve this species in the Kokemäenjoki River in western Finland.
The Emergency Standby at the Olkiluoto 2 Nuclear Power Plant Has Ended
The emergency standby resulting from a disturbance at the Olkiluoto 2 (OL2) nuclear power plant unit has ended, and the repair work is being continued during the cold shutdown state.
Disturbance at Olkiluoto 2 Nuclear Power Plant; ‘At the Moment the Situation is Stable’
An automatic reactor scram has occured at the plant.
Finnish Inflation at 0.2% for September and October
Rising inflation rates can affect almost every consumer area, from entertainment to financial loans.
496 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland
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Viking Grace Has Ground Contact in Åland Islands; 331 Passengers on Board
According to the ferry company, the wind is hard but the situation is stable.
Flags Fly For Children’s Rights
On Friday, flags fly to honor the rights of the child.
Finland to Raise Refugee Quota; Prepares to Receive Refugees From Syria, Congo and Lebanon
According to the minister of justice, Anna Maja-Henriksson, “we have all possibilities to help people who seek refuge.”
Finland Records its Highest Daily Number of Coronavirus Infections: 344
4 new deaths have been reported. View the number of new infections in different municipalities.
The Threat of Extreme Right-Wing Terrorism Has Grown in Finland
Individuals or small groups supporting radical Islamist or far-right ideology pose the greatest terrorist threat in Finland, according to the latest National Security Review published by the Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) on Thursday.
188 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland
View the number of new infections in different municipalities.
Regions to Receive Over 100 Million Euros For Coronavirus Recovery Efforts
Finland’s regions will be supported by more than 100 million euros to help their recovery efforts amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Posti to Lay Off About 90 People
Posti Group Oyj will lay off about 90 experts and supervisors after concluding its negotiations for job redundancies.
Prime Minister Marin’s Second Covid-19 Test Comes Back Negative; Ends Quarantine Immediately
According to the prime ministers office, her self-isolation period will end immediately.
Finnish Meteorological Institute Finds Positive News on Norilsk Nickel Modernization
The Russian mining giant Norilsk Nickel is investing over a billion U.S. dollars in preparing a comprehensive five-year program to modernize copper processing at its site in Monchegorsk.
First Snow Arrives in Lapland; Cold Nights Ahead in the South
Here’s the latest weather forecast.
Compulsory School Age Raised to 18; One of the Aims Is to Improve Employment Rate
At the same time, upper secondary education would be made free of charge for students in extended compulsory education.
Government Divides New Corona Rules Into Three Phases: Base, Acceleration and Spreading
The government has decided on new regional recommendations based on three categories.
Prime Minister Marin Leaves EU Council Meeting in Brussels Due to a Possible Exposure to Covid-19
Prime Minister Marin left the European Council meeting in Brussels early because she may have been exposed to the coronavirus in Finland.
Ministry: The Pandemic Has Caused Less Damage to Finnish Economy Than to Most Economies in Europe
The Ministry of Finance publishes its latest economic survey, which forecasts how Finland’s economy is likely to respond to the pandemic.
Borders Close for Schengen Countries
As a result of the government’s decision on Thursday, Finland will restrict travel from the Schengen area beginning on October 12.
The Last Call at Restaurants to Come at 22:00 in Five Areas
The restaurants will close at 23:00, and they are allowed to take in only half of their usual number of customers.
Tuesday’s Number of New Coronavirus Infections Is the Highest Number This Autumn, According to THL Director
Sole traders are encouraged to require masks from their customers.
Climate Activists Stop Traffic in Helsinki Center; The Police Use Pepper Spray
The protesters of Elokapina movement decided not to move from the busy road, so the police pulled out their OC cans.
111 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland; Total Exceeds Well Over 10,000
There are 10,103 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland, according to the new numbers released on Thursday.
Corona Dogs Detect the First Passengers Infected With Covid-19 at Helsinki Airport; Here’s How the Testing Works
The corona dogs trained to detect the Covid-19 disease identified the first passengers positive with the virus on Thursday.
Viking Line Amorella Cruise Ferry Has Ground Contact; All Passengers Evacuated to Åland
The evacuation of all 200 passengers began on Sunday afternoon and ended in the early evening.
In Government’s Budget for 2021 People Come First; A Road Map to the Decisions
We go through the government’s plan for 2021 budget in detail.
450 Applicants to Higher Education Receive False Offer of Admission
The Finnish National Agency for Education defines the mistake as a human error.
Over 60,000 Households Without Electricity; Rescue Dep’t: Bring in Your Trampolines
Tens of thousands of households were without electricity on Thursday morning as Aila storm sweeps through the country.
Here’s Who Can and Cannot Travel to Finland in September and October
Here’s the full list of countries from where travelers can and cannot enter Finland without self-quarantine.
Posti to Cut Jobs From About 130 People; The Number of Addressed Letters at Record-Breaking Low
Posti Group Oyj aims to cut jobs from about 130 people to save costs and manage losses.
5 Answers to Common Questions Regarding the Koronavilkku App
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
“As many as several hundred people have participated in the events.”
Major Interruptions in Nordea’s and OP’s Banking Services During the Weekend
This weekend banking services of Nordea and OP will have interruptions when their IT systems will be maintained.
Finland is Looking Forward to Purchasing Coronavirus Vaccines, Once They Are Available
Finland has decided to take part in the joint EU agreement to purchase coronavirus vaccines.
Public Gatherings and Events Limited to 50 People in September
However, events or gatherings can exceed 50 people if the organizers can follow the guidelines set by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) and the Ministry of Education and Culture.
Travel Restrictions Reinstated on Iceland, Greece, Germany, Norway and Others
The Finnish government has decided to reintroduce travel restrictions on many countries.
GALLERY: The Renovated Helsinki Olympic Stadium Opens for Public
View the gallery of the refurbished landmark.
Prime Minister Marin Has Mild Respiratory Symptoms; Will Take a Corona Test
“I will take a test for the coronavirus and transfer to remote working,” Prime Minister Sanna Marin said on Twitter on Tuesday morning.
Mass Exposures to Coronavirus Reported Across Finland in August
Here are the occasions we know about so far.
THL and Government Recommend Wearing Face Masks in Public Transport
The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) recommends wearing a face mask in public transport, on the way to a coronavirus test and when one is waiting for the test result while moving outside the home.
Finland to Introduce Mandatory Coronavirus Test and Quarantine for Travelers From High-Risk Countries
Failure to respect the two-week quarantine would be penalized with a fine or up to three months in prison.
Turku Becomes First City in Finland to Recommend Face Masks in Public Transport
Turku becomes the first city in Finland to recommend wearing face mask when traveling with public transport. However, the data supporting the benefits of wearing a cloth mask are limited.
More Coronavirus Restrictions Lifted
The responsibility in keeping the pandemic in control in Finland is now mostly on the shoulders of citizens and visitors.
Coronavirus Pandemic Situation Currently Stable in Finland
The coronavirus pandemic situation in Finland is stable, according to the latest assessment by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).
Consumer Confidence Grows in Finland; Large Purchases Are Tempting
Expectations of one’s own and Finland’s economy strengthened in July compared to June, according to the latest consumer confidence survey released by Statistics Finland on Monday.
400 New City Bikes Take Over the Streets of Helsinki
Hundreds of new city bikes are going to be available in the city center from the last week of July.
18 New Coronavirus Infections Between Friday and Monday; One New Death
According to the new numbers released on Monday, there are 7,398 confirmed coronavirus infections in Finland.
Railway Company VR Starts Selling Empty Adjacent Seats
An option to purchase an empty adjacent seat is another effort to tackle the coronavirus spread.
Changes to Public Transport in Helsinki, Vantaa and Espoo Area in August
HSL will introduce changes to certain routes in an effort to cut operating costs in the downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Finland to Reinstate Travel Restrictions on Austria, Switzerland and Slovenia
The new restrictions will come into effect on Monday, July 27.
Prime Minister Marin to Begin Her Vacation After a ‘Hard Spring’
Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) is going to begin her vacation on Thursday.
Contactless Card Payments Exceed Payments With PIN Code in Finland
During 2019, for the first time, more contactless payments were made than card payments with a PIN code, according to the Bank of Finland.
55 New Coronavirus Infections in Finland in 7 Days
The new numbers, according to THL, do not reflect a rapid daily increase in infections.
Finnair to Start Flying to Shanghai in July
Finnair has received permission from Chinese authorities to begin operating one weekly flight as of July 23 between Helsinki and Shanghai.
Finland Reaches Many Objectives in EU’s Coronavirus Relief Deal
In negotiations on the European Union’s massive spending package to fight the downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Finland reached many of its objectives.
Finland’s Passport Ranks Fourth Best in the World; Gives Visa-Free Access to 188 Countries
The Henley Passport Index is the original ranking of all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa.
The Hand Grenade That Was Found in Kontti Recycling Center Is Declared Harmless
The hand grenade was found among the recycled items that had arrived for sale.
Explosion Injures Maintenance Worker at Helsinki City Theatre; Police Operation in Pictures
One person was injured in an explosion during maintenance work at the Helsinki City Theatre on Monday afternoon. View pictures of the police operation.
Large Areas of Forest Burn in Kauhajoki
The rescue department located two fire spots. The larger comprised about 44 hectares.
Unsettled Weather Ahead; Temperatures Drop
This week the weather will become cooler. Rains, winds and thunders are ahead for the entire country.
Finland Continues Easing Coronavirus Restrictions: More Travel, More Contact
Finland opens borders for more countries. Recommendations for remote work to be removed as well as the age restriction to avoid physical contact.
Heat Wave Beginning This Week May Break All-Time Temperature Record for June
Sunny weather and temperatures of 30 degrees Celsius or more will prevail in Finland this week.
7,144 Confirmed Coronavirus Infections in Finland
Here are the latest statistics for the coronavirus outbreak.
The Police Stop Mass Brawl; Teenagers Throw Bottles and Rocks, Shoot Firecrackers at the Police
A group of teenagers turned violent against the police who were on a mission to break up a mass brawl at the Hietaniemi beach between the night of Friday and Saturday.
Your Midsummer Memo: Traffic, Weather and Alkos
Here’s our guide to Midsummer.