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3 weeks ago

Sniffles got you down? How to survive pollen season

Seasonal allergy sufferers in Finland know spring is here.
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3 weeks ago

Monday’s papers: A foreign nurse’s struggle, Finland introduces a new tax, and a mild March

When Finnish language skills fall short, deportation is a risk, writes Helsingin Sanomat
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3 weeks ago

Friday’s papers: Finland’s fitness problem, people’s earnings, and questions of belief

As waistlines expand, physical fitness in the country is steadily deteriorating, reports Helsingin Sanomat.
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3 weeks ago

Fewer families receiving Kela’s home care allowance for kids

The number of recipients has nearly halved in a decade.
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3 weeks ago

Poll: Young people’s life satisfaction falls to record low in Finland

According to the annual youth survey, young people’s satisfaction with their lives has dropped to a historic low.
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3 weeks ago

Authorities suspect nicotine pouch seller of €2.5m tax evasion

The illegal import of nicotine pouches is rising significantly, according to Finnish Customs.
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4 weeks ago

Burnout can affect anyone — How are you doing?

Burnout is not limited to people with jobs. Tell us your story.
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4 weeks ago

The penalty for motherhood is real, research shows

At the same time, men often see a career boost after they become dads.
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4 weeks ago

Wednesday’s papers: Iranians in Finland, defining healthcare and struggling pensioners

Helsingin Sanomat reports it was shooed away from the mosque in Mellunmäki.
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1 month ago

THL: Finland saw low excess mortality during Covid

Finland’s pandemic-era restrictions were effective and adhered to, according to health agency THL.
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