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3 months ago

Non-Discrimination Ombudsman calls for stricter penalties for intimate partner violence

Violence against a current or former partner should always carry increased criminal liability, according to the Non-Discrimination Ombudsman.
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3 months ago

Finland not sending more troops to Greenland

Finland’s immediate focus is on easing the pressure caused by America’s demands over Greenland, says Alexander Stubb.
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3 months ago

Stockmann customer still confused about €10k charge over Christmas

Henrika Mercadante returned a leaky bottle of body spray for a 26-euro refund, but ended up being charged more than 10,000 euros and losing access to her bank account.
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3 months ago

Tuesday’s papers: Placating Trump, living rent-free, and the end of the line

By the summer, Finland will switch off its last remaining landlines.
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3 months ago

IMF: Fixing Finland’s public finances will take years

A report by the International Monetary Fund says Finland should raise its VAT rate, among many other recommendations.
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3 months ago

Trump invites Stubb to Gaza ‘executive board’

The body does not include Palestinian representatives, while Israel says it has not approved the council proposed by Donald Trump.
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3 months ago

Finland’s housing market stirs

”Right now is probably the best time to buy a home in decades,” the Federation of Real Estate Agency’s CEO says.
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3 months ago

Taxman takes a sip from Finland’s empties

You’ve taken the trouble to pick up and return a discarded bottle — now you need to report it to the tax authorities.
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3 months ago

Finnish firms quiet on latest Trump tariff threats

The corporate giants told Yle they are not making comments ahead of releasing their financial results.
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3 months ago

In a hurry to catch a bus? Don’t use HSL’s app to buy your ticket

While the Helsinki transport authority’s mobile app is convenient, using it to buy a ticket after boarding a bus or tram could end up being very costly.
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