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3 days ago

The EU wants to know why the Finnish media publicises tax records every year.

1 week ago

The state has failed in its efforts to reduce poverty and marginalisation, the Finnish Federation for Social Affairs and Health (Soste) says.

1 week ago

Some Swedish parents with far-right views have moved to Åland in order to homeschool their children, which is generally banned in Sweden.

1 week ago

Integrating into Finnish life is no walk in the park, but a regular Saturday morning workout is helping some immigrants bridge the gap.

1 week ago

The non-profit has already opened an online, appointment-based crisis chat in English, while other forms of support are in the works.

2 weeks ago

One eye cream contained high levels of potentially harmful bacteria.

2 weeks ago

Finns rated their life satisfaction at an average of 7.8 on a scale of 1-10.

2 weeks ago

A power blackout across the country would disrupt everyone’s ability to communicate, including essential authorities.

2 weeks ago

Mental health-based sickness leave benefits periods have become increasingly common in recent years, particularly among women, a Kela report says.

2 weeks ago

The Finnish president says Trump’s statements should be taken seriously.