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3 weeks ago

European Central Bank fines Nordea €2.3m for “serious negligence”

The ECB said that Nordea Finance Finland wrongly reported its credit exposures and breached a limit on major lending risks. The bank may appeal the decision to the EU Court of Justice.
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3 weeks ago

Finnish security chief floats homeschool ban

Making kids go to school would help combat radicalisation, according to Finland’s Security and Intelligence Service (Supo).
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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

Wednesday’s papers: Veil debate, Finland digs deep, and bank scammers go personal

Vantaa schools banned face coverings on Monday.
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3 weeks ago

“I can’t play the victim” — The immigrant women tackling adult loneliness in Finland

Communities like Secret Club and the Foundher Table are helping immigrant women find a place in Finland where they truly belong.
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4 weeks ago

More emergency calls need to be interpreted

The languages most often needed are Russian, Ukrainian and Arabic.
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4 weeks ago

Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, Yle meteorologist says

A stretch of rain and cooler temperatures is expected to arrive in Finland on Wednesday.
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4 weeks ago

Sitra warns social media algorithms threaten Finnish democracy

Algorithms appear to favour provocative and emotionally charged political posts.
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4 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

Main opposition party SDP says ‘no’ to nukes in Finland

Opposition leader Antti Lindtman (SDP) criticised the government for trying to push through the dramatic change without regular parliamentary consultation.
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