Fishermen are concerned about the expansion of the Eastern National Park: 'Locals cannot fish as before'
Fishermen in Finland express concern over the proposed expansion of the Eastern Gulf National Park, fearing it will restrict their fishing activities.
An Odd Bill Appeared on a Savonlinna Woman's Account – Then the Phone Rang
The Eastern Finland police warn about scammers fishing for online banking credentials after a woman lost 18,000 euros to impersonators posing as police.
International Aid Coming to Finland's Eastern Border in Crisis Situations – This Is How It Would Happen
Finland's Southeast Border Guard has been conducting exercises to implement new border regulations aimed at managing potential crises by controlling illegal entries from Russia.
IEA: Remote work, carpooling, and public transport could reduce oil demand
The IEA suggests that remote work, carpooling, and public transport could help alleviate the impact of the energy shock from the Middle Eastern conflict on consumers.
Finland receives 17 million euros from the EU for drones and unmanned vessels
Finland will receive 17 million euros from the EU to enhance surveillance of its eastern border and the Gulf of Finland through the acquisition of drones and unmanned surface vessels.
SAS canceled a thousand flights, but Finnair is doing well - the company’s director explains what's going on
SAS has canceled a thousand flights due to rising fuel prices stemming from the conflict in the Middle East, while Finnair's situation is bolstered by reduced competition from Middle Eastern airlines.
University of Eastern Finland aims for a massive higher education institution – intends to merge three universities of applied sciences
The University of Eastern Finland plans to create a new higher education consortium by merging three universities of applied sciences in Northern Savonia, North Karelia, and Kainuu.
Rare eastern cuckoo observed in Finland for the second time – found in Kuhmo last summer
A rare eastern cuckoo was spotted in Kuhmo, Finland, marking only the second observation of this bird in the country’s history, as confirmed by Bird Life Finland's rarity committee.
A man from Siilinjärvi was scammed out of money – he asked for help, and the 'expert' took everything
The Eastern Finland police are warning about scammers fishing for online banking credentials, following reports of significant financial losses, including a case where a woman lost €98,000 to a cryptocurrency scam.
The United States Federal Reserve keeps the interest rate unchanged
The US Federal Reserve announced it would maintain the interest rate amid uncertainty regarding the impact of Middle Eastern events on the economy.
The death of a man from Imatra at a cottage in Kesälahden remains a mystery – the court of appeals confirmed the acquittal from the murder charge
The Court of Appeals in Eastern Finland upheld an acquittal in a murder case related to a man's death at a cottage in Kesälahden in 2022, amidst claims of a lack of evidence for a deliberate crime.
Seiska: Maisa Torppa's police boyfriend suspected of assault – case moves to prosecution
Maisa Torppa's boyfriend, a crime commissioner with the Eastern Uusimaa police, is under investigation for allegedly assaulting his ex-partner Sahra Ali, with the case now moving to the prosecution stage.
Change in Finns' Favorite Destination – Tourists Now Want to Go Here
More European tourists are shifting their interest to Eastern Thailand destinations instead of the southern favorites like Phuket and Koh Samui.
Trump admits: "We were shocked"
Trump acknowledges the U.S. was taken aback by Iran's response to strikes targeting Israel and the U.S., which included attacks on multiple Middle Eastern countries.
Authorities are heavily present at the eastern border – Here's what it's about
A major training exercise is currently underway near closed border crossing points in southeastern Finland involving national and international authorities.
The residents of Värtsilä built such a good gym on the eastern border that a third of the villagers and more from neighboring municipalities visit it
The newly built Kisa Gym in Värtsilä serves a significant portion of the local population, highlighting community involvement and the importance of fitness in small towns.
Finland wants to ease nuclear weapons ban
Finland's government is seeking to ease its complete ban on nuclear weapons, prompting controversy within the country.
Report immediately to emergency number if you see this 28-year-old man
The police in Eastern Finland are seeking help to locate a missing 28-year-old man from Leppävirta, who was last in contact on March 9.
This place has become Putin's obsession – We visited a fortified area where the noise of the eastern front is incessant
A report from Sloviansk, Ukraine describes the ongoing military tensions and the strategic significance of the region amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
North Korea fired a missile into the sea
North Korea has fired an unidentified projectile into the sea from its eastern coast, possibly a ballistic missile, according to reports from South Korean and Japanese officials.
The heat pipe arrives – spring progresses with a bang
Finland is set to experience predominantly warm weather this weekend and into next week, with temperatures reaching as high as ten degrees Celsius in the southern and eastern regions.
Eastern Uusimaa welfare area begins co-determination negotiations: 50 people may be laid off
The Eastern Uusimaa welfare area is initiating co-determination negotiations that could result in up to 50 layoffs affecting around 2,600 to 2,800 employees.
10-year-old girl burst into joy when the plane from the Middle East finally arrived in Finland - watch the video
A Finnish family from Kouvola returned home after being stranded in Dubai due to Middle Eastern conflict, with heartfelt scenes of joy at the airport.
Editorial: What is happening to Trump is what he feared himself
The editorial discusses how rising interest rates in Finland, influenced by Middle Eastern events, are directly impacting Finnish homeowners' finances, particularly with significant loan repayments looming.
Court raises sentence of man who killed his wife in Liperä - also guilty of aggravated rape
The Eastern Finland Court of Appeal has increased the sentence of a man convicted for the murder of his wife, adding a charge of aggravated rape.
Chilling news about the death of a 36-year-old mother – Husband's sentence intensified
The sentence of a man who killed his wife has been increased by the Eastern Finland Court of Appeal, emphasizing the severity of the crime.
Editorial: Don't Dream of Restoring Eastern Relations
The article discusses the significant decline in Russia's ability to conduct intelligence operations in Western countries since the onset of the Ukraine war, alongside Finland's expulsion of Russian intelligence officers and Russia's response through various proxy actors.
Finnair: Flight prices are rising - Here is why
Finnair has announced that flight prices will rise due to increased fuel costs linked to the Middle Eastern crisis.
Is the rise in fuel prices just the beginning? This is how a new oil crisis would hit Finland
The Middle Eastern crisis has sharply raised crude oil prices, threatening Finland's economic growth.
Why is Iran attacking Middle Eastern countries? Maps and experts provide the answer
Iran is currently conducting strikes against its neighboring countries due to limited options and weak allies, according to a Middle East studies professor at the University of Helsinki.
New Types of Scam Calls in Finland – Police: The Call Should be Ended
Finnish citizens are receiving scam calls disguised as calls from the police, warning them to hang up immediately.
Suspicion: Company Avoided Millions in Tobacco Taxes Through Nicotine Pouch Sales
A company operating in Eastern and Southern Finland is under suspicion for importing nicotine pouches worth millions of euros to Finland without paying tobacco taxes.
Customs Suspects: A Company Operating in Finland Has Evaded Over Two Million Euros in Taxes from Nicotine Pouch Sales
Customs officials in Finland suspect a company of importing and selling nicotine pouches while failing to pay taxes amounting to over two million euros.
Meelis Oidsalu: Estonia does not plan to restore wetlands for military defense purposes unlike its neighbors
Estonia remains uninterested in restoring wetlands along its eastern border for military defense, unlike its neighbors Finland and Poland.
Trump's comments sent U.S. stock markets sharply higher
Comments by President Donald Trump declaring the Middle Eastern war 'almost over' caused a significant increase in U.S. stock markets on Monday evening after the markets closed.
Completely Ridiculous Game in the NHL
The NHL Eastern Conference showdown between the Buffalo Sabres and Tampa Bay Lightning ended with an astounding score of 8-7 in favor of the Sabres.
Three charter flights will land at Tartu Airport on Monday
On Monday, Tartu Airport will welcome three charter flights from Joensuu, Eastern Finland, in addition to its usual flights from Helsinki.
Budget Chief's Cutting Proposals Shot Down at Eastern Finnish Parking Lot: "Let's Take Billions from Railways"
Finnish budget director Mika Niemelä suggests savings by converting rural asphalt roads to gravel, which could negatively impact Eastern Finland, prompting locals to advocate for cuts from railway budget instead.
Tax Oasis or Growth Center? Economist Lists Ways for Eastern Finland’s Special Economic Zone to Succeed
An economist outlines strategies for the proposed special economic zone in Eastern Finland, emphasizing the importance of solid business conditions to ensure long-term success.
Counties Attract Airlines to Open Direct Routes
Six Finnish cities and regional tourism organizations negotiated the start of direct flights from Central Europe to regional airports at route fairs held in Poland.
Customs may lay off personnel at the eastern border - union representative: "It probably wasn’t a surprise to anyone"
The Finnish Customs may lay off up to 140 employees at the eastern border due to a lack of funding from the government.
Visit Finland encourages tourists to "chill the Finnish way" at cabins in Eastern Finland - funding from recovery package
Visit Finland is promoting Eastern Finland as an internationally recognized tourist destination with a campaign aimed at encouraging new European visitors to experience Finnish summer cabin culture.
Customs is planning to lay off border workers – 140 jobs at risk
Finnish Customs is threatening layoffs of up to 140 workers at the eastern border due to ongoing closures since December 2023.
Customs begins negotiations on layoffs of border personnel - affects up to 140 employees
Finnish Customs has started negotiations with employee organizations regarding potential layoffs affecting up to 140 employees due to the ongoing border closure.
Police in Eastern Finland encounters drug users with either an axe, machete, or jungle knife every month
Police in Eastern Finland are encountering an increasing number of drug users reportedly armed with sharp weapons, following stricter legislation on weapon possession.
The Middle Eastern conflict also reflects on mortgage loans - the 12-month Euribor rose to its highest level since last spring
The 12-month Euribor has surged significantly to 2.32%, its highest level since last spring, influenced by the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict according to economist Jari Hännikäinen.
How the situation in the Middle East affects the war between Ukraine and Russia – an expert summarizes
An expert discusses the impact of the Middle Eastern conflict on the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia in a studio program.
Research: School Absenteeism Has Become a Problem
A study indicates that school absenteeism has become a significant issue, with increasing school absence rates in recent years in Finland.
Turnaround in Finland's economy - One threat risks collapse
Finland's economy is recovering from a recession, but Middle Eastern conflicts and energy market disruptions pose potential risks.
The Turmoil in the Middle East Made Danske Bank Revise Its Budget - Finland's Emerging Economic Growth at Risk
Danske Bank has revised its economic outlook for Finland, highlighting potential risks to the country's growth due to recent Middle Eastern tensions.