Finnair in dispute with pilots over changes to working hours, daily allowances
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Over 1,000 people attend anti-vaccine protest in Helsinki
Protestors called for an end to the vaccination of children as well as demonstrating against the possible introduction of Covid passports.
Former Finns Party leader on sick leave, Iltalehti reports
MP Jussi Halla-aho told tabloid newspaper Iltalehti that he will not be back in Parliament until 3 October, but would not comment further.
Government and health authority at odds over travel restrictions
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health wants travellers arriving in Finland to continue getting two Covid tests.
Coronavirus latest: 51 cases on Sunday, Finland plans third dose, Mu strain detected
This article brings you the latest updates on the coronavirus pandemic in Finland.
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Finland sees first cases of Covid variant Mu
Genome sequencing of positive coronavirus samples in Finland has detected the Mu variant.
Health Minister: "We can't put other countries' citizens ahead of Finns"
Finland says it's prepared to vaccinate everyone 12 and older against coronavirus a third time.
Report: Current contributions not enough to cover future pensions
Finnish occupational pensions are managed by insurance companies.
Some 1,000 ask for tax data removal
Media companies will be able to get income data for people if they ask specifically using their names.
PM Marin's Instagram story prompts product placement fuss
Prime Minister Sanna Marin talked about how much she liked her new Finnish backpack in an Instagram Stories video.
Ed Sheeran to return to Helsinki after record-breaking 2019 shows
The singer-songwriter drew Finland's biggest ever crowds the last time he performed in Helsinki in 2019
Helsinki loud boom mystery solved as man finds rocket launch site
Astronomer Jaakko Visuri began investigating the noise after it echoed across the capital last weekend.
School health survey: Pandemic hit girls particularly hard
"It is important to remember that boys also need support," THL development manager Jenne Helenius said.
Third Covid-19 vaccines for immune suppressed people to start immediately
THL is likely to issue the new recommendation on Friday, according to a Ministry of Social Affairs and Health official.
Friday's papers: Finland's electric cars, legalising cannabis, travel makes a comeback
Car manufacturers attempt to go green while holidaymakers jet off abroad in pre-pandemic numbers.
Young employees of fast food chains, service stations face threats of murder, violence, rape
An Yle investigation has found that many young employees are left alone on evening and night shifts and have to deal with drunk customers, sexual harassment or emergency situations.
Government proposes creation of dedicated office to tackle domestic violence
The establishment of the independent and autonomous office is expected to be signed into law early next year.
Government submits family leave reform proposal to Parliament
The new model would increase income-related family leave to about 14 months and is expected to come into effect from 1 August 2022.
APN podcast: "I would encourage them to be bolder"
Gaming firm Supercell tells All Points North that companies in Finland should loosen demands for native Finnish fluency.
Police: No investigation into MP's 'social welfare surfers' comments
The comments were made by MP Juha Pylväs during the Centre Party's summer congress but the politician has since apologised.
Government report urges ban on social media junk food adverts for kids
A new report commissioned by the government has urged lawmakers to clamp down on food advertising to under-18s.
Tove Jansson biopic takes best picture prize at Jussi Awards
The film was the biggest winner of the night at 'Finland's Oscars', taking home seven awards
Bar and restaurant restrictions to ease from Thursday
Closing times in the capital have been extended to midnight while regions where new case numbers are at the lowest level will ditch restrictions altogether.
Thursday's papers: Covid passports, MP benefits, parking cuts and travel strike
A Covid passport scheme could be on the way next month, but it may not be around for long.
New species of window fly found in Finland
The newly discovered Finnish species is one of over 400 different window flies found worldwide.
Greens lose dozens of members over call to end cannabis prohibition, news outlet reports
The Green Party voted in favour of an initiative calling for the legalisation of cannabis at a virtual party conference at the weekend.
THL chief doc: Society cannot be "held hostage" by unvaccinated people
There are an estimated 780,000 completely unvaccinated people in Finland, according to THL figures, with the 25-29 age group least likely to have received even one dose.
Danske Bank upgrades economic growth forecast
However, the bank also noted Finland's state deficit levels remained large despite the economic growth.
Mysterious 18th century warship artefact pulled from Gulf of Finland
Marine archaeologist Minna Koivikko said she got goosebumps simply talking about the moment the relic was handed to her.
Government takes direct stake in 'fossil free' steel firm
The ownership stake transfers from the state's holding company to the state itself.
Wednesday's papers: EU policy, alcohol sales and a crisp, clear autumn
Finland has strict rules on selling alcohol online.
Watch: Finland's 'official' first snow of winter falls in Lapland
Over one centimetre of snowfall was measured in Lapland before 9am on Tuesday morning, meeting the required criteria to be declared this winter's 'first snow'.
Finland rolls out updated Covid testing, tracking strategy
The new strategy is aimed at freeing up testing capacity and shifting more resources into diagnosing and treating other diseases.
Police: 40 people suspected in 'exceptionally complex' fraud operation
The sophisticated phishing operation led to hundreds of people in Finland being defrauded of an estimated total of 375,000 euros.
Finland's inflation rate rises to 2.2% in August
The uptick was driven by rising prices for petrol, diesel and home renovations.
Pockets of anti-vaccination sentiment may see locally-targeted restrictions
While in general Finland's coronavirus vaccine take-up is approaching target levels, some communities are lagging far behind, and could be subject to continuing restrictions as the rest of society opens up.
Employment ministry to help set up safety measures for next year's migrant berry pickers
Due to tight living conditions that caused local outbreaks, nearly 300 berry pickers were diagnosed with Covid-19 in July and August.
Tuesday's papers: New testing strategy, Covid passports, Helsinki transport strike
Newspapers report a new government coronavirus testing plan, and that Covid passports might not be needed after all.
Source of Saturday night's loud boom still a mystery in Helsinki
People in more than half a dozen neighbourhoods of the city said they heard the sound at just before midnight.
Tampere University plans more than 200 job cuts
The institution said it needs to save 14 million euros annually but noted that teaching and research jobs are not at risk.
Fully vaccinated or not, restrictions continue during student exams
Nationwide autumn matriculation exams began in Finland on Monday with precautions in place even for students who have had two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine.
Study: Surface cleaning removes most coronavirus
Most cleaning agents will wipe coronavirus off surfaces, according to new research by the University of Tampere.
Watch: Finland sees first snow sprinkles
The first ice crystals of the season fell in Finnish Lapland on Monday.
Village pays family's rent in exchange for social media presence
Luumäki in South Karelia is covering one family's €660 rent for depicting small-town life on social media.
Debate on legal cannabis welcome, but cautious
Surveys indicate a minority of Finns are ready to see cannabis become legal, though many welcome the debate.
Monday's papers: Legal marijuana, labour shortage questioned, worries about threats in space
Newspapers look at reactions to a proposal to legalise marijuana and some of the political implications for the Greens.
Greens call for end to cannabis 'prohibition'
The Greens have become the first party in the Finnish government – and Parliament – to call for legalisation of marijuana.
Finnish movie wins audience award at Venice Film Festival
The film marks a comeback for Poikolainen, who was a successful stage actor before becoming blind and partly paralysed due to MS.
Helsinki tram and metro staff threaten strike for Thursday and Friday
Many workers have expressed concern about a move toward privatisation, which they say would undercut working contracts, quality and safety.
Sierra Leonean man's war crimes trial extended, more hearings in West Africa
A war crimes trial at Pirkanmaa District Court in Tampere, which began early this year, is being extended.
Ohisalo unanimously re-elected as Greens leader, parental leave replacement to be named
The acting party chair will be chosen from among three deputy chairs elected on Saturday. Of these, climate researcher Atte Harjanne gained the most votes.
Two killed, three seriously injured in Kokkola, Sipoo crashes
A van carrying six people slid off a road on the west coast, killing one person. Police do not believe that alcohol was involved.
Yle survey: One in three MPs wants to run for new regional assemblies
Finnish politicians often hold multiple roles in different decision-making bodies.
Covid pandemic hits Helsinki Olympic Stadium finances
Turnover from major events has decreased by more than 90 percent due to the coronavirus crisis, according to the stadium foundation's CEO.
Officials' leaked climate action list ignored by government
Finland's government has declared it wants the country to be carbon neutral by 2035, but has not said how that will be achieved.
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