Many govt MPs a no-show for heated debate on rolling back activation model
Labour Minister Jari Lindström admitted that the scheme contained certain injustices that government had attempted to address.
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Faster asylum process, civics test, proof of study or work: Govt’s plans to combat immigrant crime
Migrants who want to stay in Finland will have to pass a nationality test and to provide proof of studies or work.
Unvaccinated child linked to Espoo shopping centre measles scare
HUS has confirmed that an unvaccinated child was suspected of carrying the disease that forced the partial shutdown of the Iso Omena shopping centre on Tuesday.
Finland won’t strip citizenship from ISIS fighters, minister says
Government is currently reviewing legislation that would allow it to strip Finnish citizenship from dual nationals convicted of terrorist acts in certain cases.
Consumer protection agency issues warning over ticket reseller Viagogo
Consumers have complained of Viagogo's hidden fees, overcharging on their credit cards and the inability to use tickets bought at a premium.
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Finland's largest business school opens new home in Otaniemi
The School of Business has moved to the Aalto University campus, where all six departments will be under the same roof for the first time in almost 50 years.
Wednesday's papers: Swedes live longer, interest rate caps, and Berner's exit
Today's print press looks at an EU comparison of "healthy life years", legislation on payday loans, and Anne Berner's decision to not run for re-election.
Espoo shopping mall in partial shutdown over suspected measles case
The suspected infection was detected shortly after 5.00pm on Tuesday.
Planned social, health reforms call for changes to pension system, working group says
A government working group has proposed merging private and public pension systems in Finland.
Police investigating 30 allegations of elder care neglect across Finland
Some of the allegations contend that neglect in care homes may have resulted in injury or death.
Winged, sea-skimming GEVs planned for half-hour Helsinki-Tallinn trips
An Estonian transport firm said it hopes its low-flying ground effect vehicles will whisk travellers at a speed of 200kph, just two metres above the sea.
Helsinki's Palace restaurant regains coveted Michelin star
A revamped Palace restaurant received a Michelin star while five other Helsinki eateries retained their one-star status at an awards ceremony in Denmark.
Consumer prices rise slightly in January
The cost of electricity, gas, cigarettes and bank fees rose in January, according to Statistics Finland’s Consumer Price Index.
Business Finland suspects former US employee of financial misconduct
The public funding agency said bookkeeping irregularities in the 2011–2017 period totalled 4.8 million dollars.
Man gets 32-month jail term for rape, sexual abuse of disabled woman
The offences took place in Tampere between late 2017 and early 2018.
Tuesday's papers: Taxi drivers face racism, two-mom families and new Hornets for Finland
Foreign-background taxi drivers face racism, kids can soon legally have two moms from birth, and the US green-lights electronic attack jets for Finland.
Finland terminates 45-year development cooperation with Zambia over graft concerns
Finland's aid to Zambia has dropped steadily since 2013, when the country received more than 30 million euros - funding will stop completely by 2023.
Air traffic controllers' lockout set for ski holidays in eastern, northern Finland
Air traffic controllers' and employers' groups have been locked in a dispute over salaries and other matters since 2017.
No plans for criminal probe of fatal ski accident, police say
A 15-year-old died after falling 6-8 metres off a cliff while off-piste skiing at a resort in central Finland on Saturday.
Lidl pulls minced beef over salmonella fears
The products were on sale in all Lidl stores across Finland from 4 February.
Finnish ski jump legend Matti Nykänen to get state-funded funeral
The government has decided to foot the bill for the funeral of Finnish ski jumping champ Matti Nykänen, who passed away on 3 February.
EU Parliament calls for medicinal cannabis to be covered by public health
In Finland this would mean that cannabis therapies would be partially covered by national health insurance agency Kela.
Union: Finnish worker toils 34 days to reach boss’ one-day pay
The average worker in Finland has toiled from the beginning of the year until February 18 to earn the daily pay of a CEO of a publicly listed company.
Monday's papers: Profiting from foreign students, electric car dreams and road safety
Finland eyes untapped potential in the overseas student market, electric car dreams and drivers face heightened scrutiny this week.
Finland's residents buy more but pay less for clothing
The environmental cost of fast fashion has made headlines in recent years, but figures show residents in Finland prefer bargains over eco-friendly designs.
Finland to offer cutting-edge child cancer therapy
Finland is piloting a costly cancer therapy for children suffering from leukemia that involves giving patients genetically modified immune cells.
Watch: Finland’s ski holiday tradition helps kids hone winter sports skills
The mid-winter break harks back to the 1920s and gives youngsters an opportunity to practice winter pursuits that have become part of the fabric of Finnish society.
Halla-aho: "Very important" that Finns Party joins next gov't
Jussi Halla-aho dismissed remarks from the NCP, Centre and SDP that they would not invite his nationalist Finns Party into a coalition as "pre-election talk".
Added funds for elder care and sex crime prevention top supplementary budget proposal
Increased allocations proposed by Finland's finance ministry in its first supplementary budget total 10.5 million euros.
Consumer watchdog warns of collections firms' shady practices
Collectors may claim payment for 25-year-old debts or may even recycle old debts that they buy from other agencies.
Former Telia execs cleared of all bribery charges in Sweden
The case, which has lasted for years, involved bribes handed to the flamboyant daughter of the Uzbekistan president.
All Points North #40: Platforms, promises and platitudes - Christian Democrats
Journalist Sam Kingsley and political commentator Sini Korpinen join APN to discuss the prospects of Finland's Christian Democratic Party in the April elections.
Housing companies hesitant to install electric car charging stations
Costs can skyrocket as installing charging stations often requires major electrical system upgrades.
Oxygen levels in Gulf of Finland "exceptionally poor," institute says
Finland's Environmental Institute said long-term, international cooperation is needed to improve the health of the sea.
Friday's papers: Reform troubles, dangerous level crossings and February heat wave
The possible effects of failing to pass health and social reforms, hazardous level crossings are still in use and a 60-year-high in February temperatures.
Finnish meat firm Atria may sell Russian operations
A weak rouble and high raw material costs have put pressure on the Finnish meat producer's business in Russia.
Eastern Finland's population in rapid decline
Eastern Finland's declining population numbers poses a threat to welfare services in the region, according to a local official.
Less snow cover, shorter winters in Finland since 1960s
Finnish Meteorological Institute researchers said the reduction in snow cover was caused by global climate change and is likely to accelerate.
Officials eye dog show rehearsal over new measles case in southern Finland
Individuals exposed to the infection may include participants at a dog show rehearsal in Järvenpää.
Stockmann's results up last year
Property sales and improvements at its Lindex chain helped, but sales at the iconic retailer's outlets fell short.
Yle News explains "penkkarit": Why costumed teens in Finland toss sweets from lorries
Throwing candy from the back of trucks while in fancy dress is an important rite of passage in Finland.
Thursday's papers: High school seniors' big day, ID card issues, doggone metro
Oulu upper secondary school students shake off shadows, an 80-year-old's ID card odyssey and a mutt takes to the metro.
Man suspected of sticking nails into protein bars
The incident in a Helsinki grocery store was captured on security camera.
Seven strikes and you're out? Parliament approves jail for repeat misdemeanour offenders
Scofflaws found guilty of the same petty crime seven times within a year could face prison time instead of fines.
Medieval treasure to be displayed to public for first time
The largest haul of medieval coins unearthed in modern-day Finland will go on display at the National Museum in Helsinki this spring.
Yet another suspected sexual abuse case in Oulu
The latest case emerged while police were looking into allegations reported a day earlier.
Yle Areena tops Finland’s most valued internet brand list
In a new survey, Yle Areena has been voted Finland's top internet brand, beating out entertainment giants such as Netflix.
Authorities close nine Helsinki escape rooms after fire safety checks
Helsinki fire safety officers have ordered nine escape rooms in Helsinki to close until they’ve fixed their evacuation procedures.
Surveillance bills delayed as parliamentary term winds down
In another setback for the outgoing government, two intelligence bills have been postponed over constitutional concerns.
VR to stop cash ticket sales aboard long-distance trains
The state railway's new point of sales devices aboard long-distance trains will only accept credit or debit cards as of September.
Report pushes ‘location independence’ for state employees
A new report suggests Finland’s regional development policies could shift away from relocation of major agencies towards allowing workers to choose their city.
Wednesday's papers: Iraqi proposal, care home complaint and Helsinki hotel boom
Wednesday's papers carry news of a strange proposal to expedite deportations to Iraq, a complaint over care home standards and an expansion in hotel capacity.
Russian man stopped at border after illicit decade in Schengen area
Two Russians were questioned in Lappeenranta after arousing suspicions while crossing the border by train.
Finland's "dildo dealer" defends state funding
A wooden dildo maker in Lapland pushes back against criticism following a public funding agency’s decision to grant her a 200,000-euro business loan.
Supercell profits slump amid wait for new games
The game developer's profits fell by more than a quarter in 2018.
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Watch: Finland’s ski holiday tradition helps kids hone winter sports skills
All Points North #40: Platforms, promises and platitudes - Christian Democrats
Yle News explains "penkkarit": Why costumed teens in Finland toss sweets from lorries
Finland's "dildo dealer" defends state funding
"I'm broken, depressed": Foreigners struggle to find work in Finland
All Points North #39: Breaking into the Finnish job market with Taina Susiluoto and Eve Kyntäjä
Luck, sauna, and those magical Finnish rakes
Yle News explains: How to vote from abroad in Finland's parliamentary elections
Profile: Matti Nykänen, national treasure on a slippery slope
All Points North #38: Top 5 reasons Finland loves lists with Peter Vesterbacka and Frank Martela
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