If re-elected as Centre chair, Kulmuni won't seek return to cabinet before 2021
Potential challenger Annika Saarikko is to announce whether she'll seek the leadership within the next few weeks.
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Fire officials "baffled" by rapid spread of blaze in Jyväskylä senior housing complex
Nearly 170 people, including residents of an eldercare unit, were evacuated. No serious injuries were reported.
Heavy rain, lightning and gusty winds in southern Finland on Saturday
Meteorologists warn of potentially dangerous storm conditions across the region and at sea.
30,000 furloughed workers miss out on unemployment fund benefits
Centre Party chair Katri Kulmuni is calling for changes to Finland's income-linked unemployment benefits system.
Coronavirus latest: Cases fall even as testing increases, closure of schools had little effect
This article brings you the latest updates on the novel coronavirus pandemic in Finland.
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Pleasant but pricey: First reviews of Senate Square food court
The unexpected popularity led to occasional standing room only and drinks being sold out.
THL: School and daycare closures had little impact on kids' Covid cases
The agency said that rates of infection in Finland were similar to Sweden, where schools and daycares remained open.
Coronavirus cases fall in Finland despite increased testing
A spike in flu infections and respiratory symptoms is leading many people to request a coronavirus test.
Tax authority: Update tax cards now to avoid nasty surprises later
If your tax rate is based on a very low annual pay estimate, you could be in for a shock if you later earn far more.
A man died while being detained by Helsinki police. What happened?
Svenska Yle reviewed the case of Samuel Dolphyne and found that certain risk factors may have contributed to his death.
Entrance exam error affects 600 law degree hopefuls
On Friday the selection board said students who were already informed that they were accepted will not lose their places.
Weekend storm warning for Gulf of Finland
Low pressure fronts will keep the weather unstable, with rain and thunderstorms expected.
Survey: Hundreds remain in Finland despite negative asylum decision
The Association of Finnish Municipalities emphasised its figure was based on estimates and further research is required.
Uncertainty over Thai workers despite Finland lifting restrictions
Last summer, Thai authorities had limited the number of citizens who can apply for visas to work as berry pickers in Finland.
Dual citizen denied place at police college over Russian ties
The institution said the applicant's obligations as a Russian citizen might be in conflict with the duties of a police officer.
Working group offers proposals to improve police response time
The shortest response time would be 11 minutes in large cities and 55 minutes in rural areas.
Helsinki police probe €200k phishing scam in Posti's name
The con artists got victims to share personal details and online banking codes, which were then used to get payday loans.
24 unaccompanied minors relocated to Finland from Greek refugee camps
Finland has committed to taking in a total of 175 refugees from Mediterranean countries in the months ahead.
Finland lifts more travel restrictions as summer kicks into gear
Countries including Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Austria, Greece, Hungary and Switzerland among others made the cut.
Metso Outotec begins talks to slash 280 jobs
The majority of Metso Outotec's workforce — approximately 2,400 employees — are covered by the negotiations.
Daily: Foreign Minister suspected of two offences over al-Hol flap
Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto has denied any wrongdoing over the repatriation of Finns from the Syrian refugee camp.
PM: Gov't's job creation plan deferred to year end
Discussions on government's plan to create 30,000 jobs were initially scheduled for September.
100 conscripts begin military service in quarantine
Quarantine has been mandated for conscripts who have travelled overseas or who have exhibited mild respiratory symptoms.
Complaints to ombudsman over police joining Helsinki BLM protests
The Parliamentary Ombudsman is investigating a total of 16 complaints over police conduct during the protest.
Survey: Majority say coronavirus boosted role of experts, science
Respondents also predicted increased inter-group tensions as well as new economic and social challenges post-crisis.
Police: System error in processing speeding fines fixed
Several thousand speeding violation cases are now still in the queue.
Finnair passenger traffic in June down nearly 100% year-on-year
The coronavirus pandemic also significantly affected sea traffic in Finland.
Finland’s new foreign students face tough choices with pandemic disrupting study plans
Travel restrictions have forced some international students to defer studies, choose distance-learning or give up their spots.
Forecast: Finnish economy to trail rest of EU in 2021
The EU Commission's forecast for an economic slump in the eurozone was more pessimistic than spring projections.
Finland moves closer to tougher rape laws with ministry proposal
A new proposal would broaden the definition of sexual harassment while lack of consent could lead to a rape conviction.
Minister: Ankle monitors "not cost-effective", will not be used on rejected asylum seekers
Coalition partner the Centre Party has insisted that ankle tags be used as outlined in the government programme.
Poll: Solid support for usage-based rather than price-linked vehicle tax
More men than women said they would support a change in the vehicle taxation system.
System error may lead to many escaping speeding fines
The state treasury stands to lose about €100,000 per day in unpaid fines until the issue is resolved.
Bear hunting quota rises to nearly 400
The number of permits has been gradually increasing in recent years.
Union: Criminalise underpayment of workers
Prime Minister Sanna Marin promises action as Labour minister slams culture of worker abuse.
Passengers exposed to Covid-19 on Tallinn cruise
Health officials said that several people who travelled on the cruise later tested positive for the virus.
Small town in Finland boosts baby bonus to €4k
The money will not be handed over in a lump sum but will be paid out over a period of eight years.
Chemicals agency worried about repeat of theatre blast
The agency said that it aims to see if measures can be taken to prevent a similar accident in the future.
First kids set to arrive in Finland from Mediterranean refugee camps
This week 25 unaccompanied minors will arrive in Finland from the camps.
Academics: Outdated structures, discrimination behind migrant students' poor performance in Finland
Teaching, student counselling and secondary education all discriminate against migrant-background students, experts say.
Researcher: US aiming to influence Finland's ties with China
One researcher told Yle that an influence campaign is also attempting to sway universities in Finland.
Daily: Cleaning firms abuse workers, suffer no consequences
Some of the injustices and abuses workers face have been described as inhuman and reminiscent of human trafficking.
Finland's birth rate appears to rebound after long-running slump
One reason for the turnaround could be that women in their 30s are becoming first-time mothers.
Niinistö: Western border closure aimed against virus, not Swedes
The president told Swedish reporters that he does not foresee any long-term harm to ties between the Nordic neighbours.
Grenade found at Red Cross facility in Oulu
Explosive ordnance disposal technicians were on their way from the Kainuu Brigade in Kajaani.
Marin government inspires more confidence than predecessors
Sixty-two percent of respondents say they have confidence in the cabinet's ability to handle the nation's affairs.
Kulmuni took out loan to repay ministries for media training
The Centre chair, who quit as finance minister amid a furore over consultancy fees, says she has now paid for them.
Covid-19 drug trial launching at Turku hospital
About one-third of patients who are hospitalised need ICU treatment. This study aims to reduce that figure.
500+ lose jobs as 49-year-old Birka Cruises goes out of business, Tallink Silja cuts hundreds too
More than 300 Finns are losing their jobs at two Baltic Sea passenger shipping lines.
Finnish nuclear watchdog quashes radiation rumours on social media
Misinformation has led to increased sales of iodine tablets, the agency says.
Mortgage lenders welcome easing of deposit rules for homebuyers
Homebuyers now need only a ten percent deposit.
Video shows Muhos forest fire aftermath
The blaze destroyed large swathes of forest this week.
Friday's papers: Foreign languages in Helsinki, consumption habits, and a tick warning
Some 100,000 people in the capital have a native language other than Finnish, Swedish or Sami.
Cooler weather brings relief from toxic cyanobacteria in lakes and sea
There are only a few locations where swimming should be avoided due to heavy blue-green algae blooms.
Russian tourists eager to book holidays in Finland despite border closure
Hotels report many Russians trying to book rooms for late July though no decision has been made on reopening the border.
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