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4 weeks ago

Yle survey: SDP holds onto lead, most parties lose support

The combined support for the four government parties is at 41 percent, down slightly from October, but up from a low of 38.8 percent in August.
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4 weeks ago

Finland approves cash-for-clunkers bill

To qualify, the used vehicles must be at least 10 years old and taken to a recycling centre.
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4 weeks ago

Espoo school made Ukrainian girl sing Russian song

The child’s mother claims Finland normalises Russian culture.
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1 month ago

Finland’s Independence Day gala preparations are underway

This year, the event will highlight the role of education and learning as cornerstones of Finnish society, according to the Office of the President.
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1 month ago

Finns get egg-cited about non-meat protein

People in Finland eat an average of 12 kilos of eggs per person each year.
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1 month ago

Sanna Marin writes memoir on being the world’s youngest PM amid seismic global events

Originally written in English, the book explores the difficult moments of Sanna Marin’s term as Prime Minister.
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1 month ago

Poll: Half in Finland fear major war breaking out in Europe

More women than men worry about the war in Ukraine spilling over into other countries.
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1 month ago

Tuesday’s papers: Army harassment, welfare mothers and Migri’s delays

Women conscripts tell Helsingin Sanomat about disgusting treatment from male peers.
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1 month ago

Finns longing for children turning to foreign surrogacy

The cost of surrogacy varies widely, from around 60,000 euros in Colombia to more than 200,000 euros in the United States.
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1 month ago

Ministry reveals first cities to offer English curriculum in upper-secondary schools

The move aims to make Finland more attractive to international students and returnees, while supporting those with limited Finnish or Swedish skills, the education ministry says.
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