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7 days ago

Friday’s papers: War creeps closer, massaging numbers, and how to spend less on gas

Filling up in Sweden can generate significant savings.
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1 week ago

APN Podcast on Video: Trials and tribulations of the Finnish job market

The challenges internationals face when trying to find a job in Finland is the topic in the All Points North on Video studio this week.
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1 week ago

Ukrainian drone strike near Finland highlights growing reach

Russian port fires are worsening Finnish air quality in border areas.
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1 week ago

A million could be at risk of poverty in Finland, says social affairs federation

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

Helsinki flat sells for €59k as housing market hits new lows

Current prices correspond roughly to those last seen in 1997, according to Danske Bank.
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1 week ago

Eggs out, cucumbers in: Finland’s contrasting food supply

Egg exports are booming while cucumber consumption reaches record levels, leaving Finnish shoppers with fewer eggs but plenty of crunch.
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1 week ago

Wednesday’s papers: Immigration costs, European defence, and Chinese airlines

Finland has calculated the fiscal impact of immigration.
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1 week ago

Banksy arrives in Turku

The British street artist’s identity continues to intrigue fans.
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1 week ago

Finns trust the US about as much as they do Russia, China

Finns place almost as little trust in the United States as they do in China and Russia, according to a new poll.
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1 week ago

Park event helps newcomers hit the ground running

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