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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Is this the dumbest idea in a while or a groundbreaking stroke of genius for the automotive industry?

The automotive industry is at a crossroads as manufacturers in Europe and North America explore Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) as a lighter, more affordable alternative to traditional electric vehicles.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A new epidemic strikes the Border Guard

A new adenovirus outbreak has been reported among conscripts at the Border Guard's company in Onttola, North Karelia, Finland.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A huge amount of snow hit Finland โ€“ here there is still a meter of snow

Finland experiences a significant snowfall, with regions in the north measuring up to a meter of snow, while southern areas report much less.

Mar 20 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

University of Eastern Finland aims for a massive higher education institution โ€“ 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.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The cross-country skiing season is ending exceptionally early in the north โ€“ not all tracks can be maintained anymore

Warm spring weather threatens to render some cross-country skiing tracks in Northern Finland unusable much earlier than usual.

Mar 17 โ€ข 18:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Log cabin manufacturer that went bankrupt is in court in Oulu - charged with serious financial crimes

Key representatives of a rustic log cabin manufacturer are facing serious financial crime charges, with court proceedings beginning in Oulu.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

China Resumes Flights to North Korea

China is set to resume direct flights to North Korea on March 30, marking a resumption of international travel routes that were halted due to the pandemic.

Mar 17 โ€ข 01:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Editorial: The Massive Exercise in the North Tells Us What is Coming

A major Cold Response military exercise is taking place in Northern Norway, Northern Sweden, and Finnish Lapland, involving 32,000 troops from 14 NATO countries, amidst concerns of a potential Russian attack.

Mar 16 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The tick season began exceptionally early this year โ€“ several observations as far north as Oulu

The tick season in Finland started unusually early this year, with sightings reported as far north as Oulu by mid-March.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Foreign Minister Valtonen does not see NATO as a party in Iran: 'NATO is a defense alliance and does not start wars'

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that NATO is not involved in the war in Iran and emphasized its role as a defense alliance focused on North Atlantic security.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Strange Activities in the North in Russia

Russia has increased its military activity near the Finnish border in response to NATO's Cold Response 26 exercise.

Mar 16 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Elections held in North Korea โ€“ official claims nearly 100% voter turnout

North Korea held elections for its Supreme People's Assembly, with an official report claiming a nearly 100% voter turnout.

Mar 15 โ€ข 23:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Minister received a lavish electric car for his job โ€“ Was not satisfied and switched to diesel at the first opportunity

Marcus Optendrenk, the Minister of Finance for North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, switched from a BMW i7 electric car to a diesel Audi A8 due to dissatisfaction with the electric vehicle's performance under tight schedules.

Mar 15 โ€ข 20:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

State media: North Korean leader watched Saturday's test launch

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un oversaw a test launch of a rocket system on Saturday, according to state media KCNA.

Mar 14 โ€ข 23:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Kuopio's Employment Services Were So Disorganized That the Rautavaara Municipality Decided to Leave โ€“ It Turned Out Not Possible

The municipality of Rautavaara, located in North Savo, has encountered difficulties in changing its employment service area and will remain under the Kuopio employment area due to regulatory restrictions.

Mar 14 โ€ข 13:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Japan: North Korea appears to have fired a ballistic missile

North Korea reportedly fired a projectile towards the sea, believed to be a ballistic missile, causing South Korea and Japan to respond and assess the situation.

Mar 14 โ€ข 06:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

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.

Mar 14 โ€ข 04:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Storm gusts hit at night

Finland will experience an unusual warm weekend, though some areas will face storms and rain, particularly in northern regions due to a low-pressure area in the North Atlantic.

Mar 13 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Truck fire in Ii โ€“ North Road closed

A truck caught fire on Friday afternoon on North Road in Ii, leading to road closures and multiple firefighting units responding to the scene.

Mar 13 โ€ข 14:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Verdict: former shopkeeper and seller discriminated against Romani people at Kontiolahti K-market โ€“ video proved the case

A court in North Karelia has convicted a former shopkeeper and a seller at the Kontiolahti K-market for discrimination against Romani individuals.

Mar 13 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Storm warning for sea areas, strong gusts expected elsewhere โ€“ this is what the weekend weather looks like

Finland is set to experience windy conditions and strong gusts due to a deep low-pressure system moving north along the coast of Norway, with storm warnings issued particularly for western maritime areas.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

The Pussycat Dolls, a band that gained popularity in the early 2000s, returns to the touring stage

The Pussycat Dolls are set to tour North America and Europe this year after a long hiatus, with new music and renewed excitement.

Mar 13 โ€ข 08:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kim Jong-un Shooting Again with His Daughter โ€“ Photos Released

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un was spotted testing firearms alongside his teenage daughter, Kim Ju-ae, during a visit to a munitions factory.

Mar 12 โ€ข 20:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Police Car Damaged During Chase of Reckless Driver in North Karelia โ€“ Driver Ultimately Locked Themselves in Vehicle

In North Karelia, police initiated a pursuit of a reckless driver who ignored traffic signals and refused to stop, leading to a tense chase.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

North Korean smartphone investigated โ€“ harsh findings one after another

A YouTuber tested two North Korean smartphones, revealing extensive censorship and surveillance features.

Mar 12 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Betting Ring Came Back to Haunt โ€“ Shocking Bans Imposed in North America

Two former MLS players received lifetime bans for participating in betting violations.

Mar 10 โ€ข 15:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Young men helped criminals in large bank fraud case โ€“ sentenced for aggravated money laundering in North Karelia

Two young men were sentenced to prison for their involvement in a significant bank and phone fraud case in North Karelia, Finland.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

There is a municipality in North Ostrobothnia whose events are confusing: We went there to find out what it's all about

A small municipality in North Ostrobothnia is characterized by perplexing events, prompting a local visit to uncover the truth behind them.

Mar 9 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Large NATO exercise begins in the north, thousands of allied soldiers in Finland

NATO's Cold Response 26 exercise kicks off in northern Finland, Norway, and Sweden, involving 25,000 soldiers from 14 NATO member states.

Mar 9 โ€ข 02:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

A 16-year-old boy had a strange look when he crashed into a tree - three high school students died after the principal's sessions

A series of strange deaths among Florida high school students raises questions about the influence of hypnosis by their principal.

Mar 8 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Top snowboarders in the world took over Senate Square - 15,000 people watched

A major snowboarding event, Red Bull Heavy Metal, attracted 15,000 spectators to Senate Square in Helsinki, signaling a significant turnout for the first event of its kind outside North America.

Mar 7 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Massive public event at Senate Square โ€“ snowboarders perform tricks on the steps of the Helsinki Cathedral

The Red Bull Heavy Metal competition, taking place for the first time outside North America, will feature top street snowboarders competing at Helsinki's Senate Square.

Mar 6 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Konsta Kurikka's Dream Is Finally Coming True โ€“ A Surprising Twist in Finland

Konsta Kurikka, a Finnish athlete previously a pesรคpallo champion, is set to pursue his dream of playing professional baseball in North America after overcoming work permit issues.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Going to the North Pole to Drive on Frozen Lakes. This is the Audi Experience.

The Audi Driving Experience in Finland offers a unique driving program on a frozen river that serves as the natural border between Finland and Sweden.

Mar 4 โ€ข 22:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Man Arrested at Tenerife Airport โ€“ Astonishing Discovery Made in Luggage

A 28-year-old man was arrested at Tenerife North Airport after security found 47 expensive mobile phones in his suitcase, many reported stolen.

Mar 4 โ€ข 21:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Man and woman raped a primary school-age child in North Savo โ€“ Court of Appeals reduced the district court sentence

A man and woman have been sentenced to nine years in prison in Finland for the serious rape of a ten-year-old child, but their sentences were reduced by the Court of Appeals.

Mar 4 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Deputy Data Protection Ombudsman says there were deficiencies in monitoring the use of patient data

A Finnish Deputy Data Protection Ombudsman reported deficiencies in how the North Ostrobothnia welfare region monitored the use of patient data, following allegations that employees accessed patient information without proper justification.

Mar 4 โ€ข 08:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Will the frustrating waiting for social transport in the north come to an end? Tervia Logistiikka promises to improve its customer service this spring

Tervia Logistiikka Oy is implementing changes to enhance customer service for social transport services aimed at the elderly and disabled in Northern Finland.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Wednesday will be dry, but there is a danger of sleet

The Estonian Environment Agency reports that a low-pressure area will move eastward from Estonia on Wednesday night, leaving the weather influenced by the southern edge of a low-pressure system moving from North Scandinavia across Finland.

Mar 3 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Erkki Tuomioja opens up about the SDP โ€“ โ€œSome think itโ€™s downright North Koreanโ€

Former Finnish Minister Erkki Tuomioja critiques the National Coalition Party's compatibility with the Social Democratic Party in light of past statements and current political dynamics.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Severe illness spreads in border guard units

Multiple respiratory infections have been reported among the border guard units in Lapland and North Karelia, with adenovirus identified as one of the causes.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Troops in Lapland and North Karelia Experiencing Respiratory Infections

Finnish military personnel in Lapland and North Karelia are facing a notable outbreak of respiratory infections, though no severe cases have been reported.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Speculations about North Korea's next leader intensify โ€“ new photos released of Kim Jong-un and his daughter

New photographs of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and his daughter, Kim Ju-ae, have sparked speculations regarding her potential future role as his successor.

Mar 1 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Operation Blue Intruder in the North Sea: Russian Vessel Seized

Belgian authorities, with the support of French defense forces, have seized a Russian oil tanker suspected of operating under false documentation in the North Sea.

Mar 1 โ€ข 12:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Belgian Special Forces Take Control of Russian Shadow Fleet Vessel in the North Sea

Belgian special forces seized a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker sailing under the Guinean flag in the North Sea amid ongoing tensions following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Mar 1 โ€ข 10:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A surprise awaits next week โ€“ especially this day is 'chilling'

Next Tuesday is expected to be particularly cold in Finland, with snow forecasted in the north and rain mixed with sleet in the south.

Mar 1 โ€ข 09:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Oil Makes Norway Unhappy, Claims Author - Yet it Is Still Drilled More and More

A team in Trondheim is leading an oil search in an exhausted gas field in the North Sea, facing skepticism but persisting with the drilling operation.

Feb 28 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Log cabins in the stock market: "Seems smart"

A Finnish company, Salvos, is considering going public on the Helsinki Stock Exchange's First North growth company list, focusing on modular cabins and mobile sauna trailers, particularly targeting the tourism sector in Lapland.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Former Archbishop of the Orthodox Church is accused of serious economic crimes โ€“ the district court will issue a verdict today

The former Archbishop Leo of the Orthodox Church is facing serious economic crime charges, with a verdict expected today from the North Karelia District Court.

Feb 26 โ€ข 23:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Trump invited the mother of the murdered Ukrainian refugee to Congress - 'A woman who has gone through hell'

In a moving moment during his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump mentioned the case of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee who was murdered in North Carolina last August.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:15 UTC

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