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5 months ago

Government looks at whether scratchcards can be gifted again

For the past two years, scratchcard winnings have only been redeemable by the person who purchased the card.
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5 months ago

Expert sounds alarm over risks of US tech dependence

Reliance on American technology may prove costly for Finand, a cyber expert warns.
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5 months ago

Monday’s papers: Finnish pork for China, costs force business closure, and the rise of the self-scanning shopper

In today’s multitasking world, food shoppers are also doing double duty.
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5 months ago

Friday’s papers: Stubb predicts three Greenland outcomes, government wants AI healthcare help, and how long should you wear underwear?

“One good, one bad and one catastrophic,” Finnish President Alexander Stubb said about the future of Greenland and the Arctic region.
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5 months ago

Finland issues new civil defence shelter guidance

The country has around 50,500 civil defence shelters that could accommodate about 4.8 million people, according to the interior ministry.
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5 months ago

Just one-third in Finland optimistic about children’s future, survey finds

The survey results also reflect data from a survey of foreign language speakers in the country.
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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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