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6 months ago

Weekend storm’s impact continues with late trains, power outages

Not long after Storm Hannes subsided, Finland was hit by snowy weather, causing poor driving conditions in many areas.
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6 months ago

More gender balance in Finland’s corporate management

Women now make up one third of management teams at large and medium-sized listed companies.
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6 months ago

The highs and lows of immigrant life in Finland — APN’s review of 2025

Over the past year, our listeners shared personal stories, day-to-day frustrations, and concerns about the future.
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6 months ago

Former Finns Party MP says he’s been granted asylum in Russia

The pro-Russian ex-lawmaker has claimed that he would be ”ready to go to the front against the Finns” if necessary.
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6 months ago

One quarter of Finns would support fireworks ban, survey finds

About 20 percent of respondents said they had experienced a dangerous or near-miss fireworks mishap.
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6 months ago

Finland had Europe’s third-cheapest electricity prices in 2025

The only other European countries with more affordable electricity were hydropower-dominated Sweden and Norway, according to energy firm Helen.
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6 months ago

Hundreds of tourists remain stranded at Rovaniemi Airport following storm delays

About 20 flights were cancelled or delayed at Rovaniemi airport on Saturday, leading to widespread backlogs.
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6 months ago

Do the math: Finland getting lower petrol taxes, pricier soda, fewer benefits in 2026

VAT on food, medicine and hotel stays is set to slightly decrease while income taxes are going down, but the impact may be negligible for many people.
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6 months ago

Finns Party loses case over anti-immigrant election adverts

Posted ahead of the 2021 municipal elections, the ads implied that immigrants were given preferential treatment in granting of rental housing in Helsinki.
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6 months ago

Consumer confidence in Finland remains weak

Consumers were especially concerned about Finland’s economy and bleak unemployment situation, but one economist remains hopeful for 2026.
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