Vanhanen trusts Norway's assessment that Russia was behind GPS jamming
Former PM and parliamentary committee chair Matti Vanhanen says the Norwegian defence ministry finding can be trusted, and talks with Russia are called for.
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Finnish Lapland's Kittilä Airport unveils results of €20m expansion project
Passenger numbers at Finland's fastest-growing airport are expected to increase again - by 15 percent this year - according to airport operator Finavia.
Man gets suspended sentence for embezzling €225k from elderly woman
The woman's former trustee claimed he took her money over a three-month period to use in interest-earning investments - but those ventures fell through.
Interest in marriage continues to slide, divorce rates remain stable
Statistics Finland reports that since the 1970s, the average age of people entering into marriage for the first time has risen by seven years.
Turkish court overturns sentence against Finnish WSJ journalist
An appeal on behalf of the Finnish-Turkish journalist Ayla Albayrak to overturn a widely-condemned guilty verdict was successful, reports The Wall Street Journal.
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Wednesday's papers: Finland "ordinary" EU country, Airiston Helmi suspect wants money back, ferry blackout
Newspapers this Wednesday discuss a EPC report on Finland's role in the EU, a bid to have 3.5m confiscated euros returned, and a loss of power at sea.
Finns flock to sign petition for cheaper diesel, politicians cautious
A citizens initiative demanding the end of diesel tax met its target for 50,000 signatures in just one day, six months ahead of schedule.
Young Finn identified as suspect in recent cyber-attacks has died
The National Bureau of Investigation has identified a suspect in widespread disruptions of state websites last summer and early autumn, but that he has died.
Finnish officers' unions want more time off to ease soldiers' family life
Unions representing military personnel in Finland have criticised the defence forces’ working time practices as incompatible with modern family life.
Report suggests VAT reduction on pub and restaurant drinks could win back lost customers
The number of customers frequenting Finland's bars and restaurants has plummeted in the last two decades, but a new report posits that a cheaper pint might entice some of them to return.
Radioactive gauge found in scrap metal bin near Olkiluoto
Finnish officials say that a radioactive device found at a recycling centre represents a case of careless disposal but poses no threat to the public.
Pharmacist hit with two-year sentence for selling wrong meds, fraudulent claims
A pharmacist has been sentenced to two years in prison for dispensing incorrect medicines and cheating the state benefits provider Kela out of large sums of money.
PM Sipilä: Finland not taking over Romania’s EU presidency term
The Finnish premier says his cabinet raised its readiness on Monday evening in case of a possible request to swap EU presidency terms with Romania next year.
Tuesday's papers: Future of Finnish forests, more speed cameras, diesel fuel defenders and a neo-Nazi Finn
Newspapers in Finland discuss the tug-of-war between the country's forest industry and environmentalists, the addition of 70 speed cameras in Helsinki, and more.
Upper secondary school students overwhelmed by stress, union warns
More than a third of upper secondary school students said they have worried about their mental wellbeing during the past year.
Foreign Minister Soini to meet with US Secretary of State Pompeo
US officials will likely be interested in Timo Soini’s views on alleged Russian scrambling of GPS signals during recent Nato exercises in northern Finland.
Fortum downplays environmental fears over ash processing plant
Fortum says that waste water discharged from a planned ash processing plant would be minimal and would not harm the environment.
Lighter conviction, sentence for safari guide killer after appeal
A Lapland safari guide has had his conviction downgraded to manslaughter over the 2016 slaying of his Scottish partner.
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Finnish president calls for probe of suspected Russian GPS interference
President Niinistö has added his voice to those of Finnish leaders expressing concern about jamming of signals used for navigation - while the Kremlin dismisses the allegations.
Aktia forecasts mortgage interest rate rise
Finnish interest rates will edge up by 0.5 to 1 percentage points within the next year, predicts a leading bank economist.
Think tank: Govt policy created 50k new jobs
Some 50,000 new jobs were created since the Sipilä administration rolled out a competitiveness pact and several structural reforms, claims think tank Etla.
Monday’s papers: Paris Peace Forum, fast-tracking work-related residence permits and a pricey speeding ticket
A look at President Niinistö's comments at the Paris Peace Forum, fast-tracking work-related residence permits, and updated speeding regulations bite a driver.
Finnish PM: Russia possibly behind GPS jamming
Juha Sipilä said the perpetrator wanted to demonstrate its ability to undermine aviation GPS networks.
C-section births in Finland rising
More women in Finland delivered babies via caesarean section last year than ever before.
Ministry wants Father's Day on par with Mother's Day
The Interior Ministry wants flag-flying on Father’s Day to be mandated by law, giving the holiday the same weight as Mother’s Day.
Experts oppose gov't proposal to restrict right to assembly
Minister of Justice Antti Häkkänen said that limiting the right to spontaneous demonstrations is a safety issue.
Industrial Union chair slams gov't "ignorance" of working life
Riku Aalto said Saturday that Finnish trade unions currently have zero trust in the government's actions, but that fences can be mended.
Finland's football girls ready to tackle the world
Finland's women's juniors prepare for the nation's first Women's Under-17 World Cup finals abroad as young female footballers overcome major challenges at home.
Red Nose Day launch draws 2.3 m euros for kids' charities
Yle has coordinated the Red Nose Day campaign in Finland since 2007.
Grubs, pollen to create new buzz in beekeeping business
On the heels of crunchy insect bread made from crickets, beekeepers in Finland are now looking to sweeten their margins with grubs and pollen.
Helsinki Bourse Club confirms opening membership to females in 2nd vote
In a second ballot, the formerly gentlemen-only Helsinki Bourse Club confirmed it would again welcome women as members.
Foreign Minister Soini promises probe into suspected GPS jamming by Russia
Ranking MPS have called for an investigation into the source of suspected large-scale GPS disruptions affecting northern Finland.
All Points North #29: Henna Huttu and Sam Kingsley on Roma portrayals in Finnish media
This week APN dissects a media campaign that relied on celebrity voices to highlight discrimination against Roma in Finland.
Revamped online system puts expanded tax data at users' fingertips
Starting Friday, taxpayers will be able to track all of their data in the tax administration's recently-relaunched online system from the same interface.
"Finndians," Nokia's rebirth, and fantasy tales vie for Finlandia literature prize
The 30,000-euro Finlandia Prize is the most prestigious literary award in Finland. The final candidates were announced on Friday.
Russia suspected of GPS jamming during Nato exercises
Finnish air navigation authorities issued a bulletin warning about possible GPS jamming on Tuesday. A similar Norwegian advisory remained in force until Friday.
Cross-country high school collaboration dispels prejudice, boosts language learning
Two high schools on opposite sides of Finland have worked together since 2005. Teachers say the cooperation has improved learning.
Friday's papers: Hospital fusion, online buying boom ends, urban plans shuttered
Friday's paper review looks at plans for a nine-hospital conglomerate, a slowing online shopping trend and a higher court shoots down development proposals.
Finland's wolf population sees up to 50 percent growth this year
According to the Natural Resources Institute (Luke), the wolf population is expanding into the south and west – but winter will once more contain their numbers.
Chemically-cleaned Finnish lake still clear, but now overrun by waterweed
Waterweed is often used to decorate fish aquariums so some locals suspect the invasive plant may have come from someone dumping an aquarium into the lake.
Finland may let police jam drone signals in sensitive areas
The legislative change would give police the right to disrupt flights near areas such as accident scenes to protect the privacy of victims.
Lapland firm wins US award for road maintenance tech
The award recognised a joint project involving the Rovaniemi firm Roadscanners and the Finnish Transport Agency.
Healthcare reform vote likely postponed until early 2019, provincial elections until next autumn
The Finnish government's keynote legislation is unlikely to get a vote before Christmas, so associated elections will also be put off.
Finland’s ex-PM Stubb loses nomination to EU Commission top job
Former Finnish premier Alexander Stubb was considered an underdog going up against current European People’s Party head Manfred Weber.
Russian search engine giant getting into Finnish taxi business
Russian web search firm Yandex is reportedly poised to enter Finland's changing taxi market.
Thursday’s papers: Cowboy builders at school, Brother Christmas probe advances and popular AI course now in Finnish
Shoddy workmanship behind classroom ceiling collapse, a probe into a charity figure wraps up by Christmas and a popular AI course targets Finnish speakers.
Poll: SDP holds steady as Finland's most popular party
Yle's monthly political party poll shows continued support for the opposition Social Democrats while government partner NCP held its ground.
Tax refunds to be paid in August starting next year
This year taxpayers in Finland will receive a record 2.9 billion euros in tax refunds in December.
Smart speaker adoption stutters over Finnish language
Smart speaker use is growing worldwide, but most Finns aren't enthusiastic about virtual assistants that can't speak Finnish.
Helsinki envisions downtown bike tunnel
An underground cycling route may soon connect Helsinki’s downtown districts of Kamppi and Kaisaniemi.
Nokia seals €2bn network gear and services deal in China
The deal worth more than two billion euro was made with some of the biggest service providers in China's telecoms market.
Turku to take on €100m more debt to repair schools
Turku is the second-most indebted large city in Finland.
Finland’s Stubb vies for nomination as EU Commission chair
Members of Europe’s conservative political parties began gathering in Helsinki Wednesday to nominate a candidate for chairmanship of the European Commission.
Wednesday's papers: Unsolved thefts, free medicine and Merkel visit
The day's papers report on unsolved thefts, free head lice medicine for families and Angela Merkel's visit to Helsinki.
Finland's first couple gear up for eco-conscious Independence Day ball
The theme of next month's Independence Day ball at Helsinki's Presidential Palace will be climate change and environmental issues.
Our picks
Finland's football girls ready to tackle the world
All Points North #29: Henna Huttu and Sam Kingsley on Roma portrayals in Finnish media
Finland’s Eagle-Owl footballers continue to soar with 2-0 win over Greece
All Points North #28: Outi Haanperä and Hanna Aho on ordinary people living with climate policy
Money down the drain: The hidden costs of plumbing renovations in Finland
Entrepreneurship coach: Finland’s startup visa creating a two-tier system
Love or loathe it: Rally Finland divides opinions in Jyväskylä
Business lobby head: EU not a national security threat to the US
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