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Etta's performance at UMK sparked disappointment online as viewers expressed their concerns about her singing during the competition for Finland's Eurovision representative.

A heavy fog has spread across southern Finland, particularly affecting Helsinki and surrounding areas, resulting in low visibility.

Lionel Messi and the Inter Miami team have been invited to the White House to meet President Donald Trump following their MLS Cup victory.

Statistics indicate that Kuopio, Finland, has the highest count of winter drownings, prompting swimming halls to offer specialized training on ice safety.

President Alexander Stubb of Finland expresses concern over the deteriorating situation in the Middle East and condemns Iran's attacks on regional countries.

Erika Vikman discusses her challenging past year and her current contentment in single life during a music competition interview.

A recent survey indicates that the majority of Finns unknowingly make a mistake when brewing coffee, which adversely affects its flavor.

TV personality Pete Lattu shares his passion for paragliding, revealing how it transformed his life and perspective at age 40.

Russia is considering withdrawing from negotiations with the United States and Ukraine if Ukraine does not agree to withdraw from the Donbas region, according to sources for Bloomberg.

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.

Dozens of Finnish travelers are stranded in the Middle East due to missile attacks, with Finnair and other airlines suspending flights to Dubai and Doha.

Finnish skier Petteri Koivisto expressed strong frustration over his performance at the Falun World Cup, using explicit language during a post-race interview.

New Zealand's national anthem was played at an unusually fast pace before a T20 World Cup match against England, causing amusing reactions among the players.

Actor Christoffer Strandberg discusses the challenging job market for actors in Finland and highlights a recent article about the increasing influence of funders on casting decisions.

Iran has closed the critical Strait of Hormuz to shipping due to safety concerns arising from attacks, raising fears about the impact on global oil supplies and prices.

Former Finnish Commander Jarmo Lindberg comments on the military impact of recent strikes by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, suggesting that Iran needs to escalate its military actions or face significant defeat.

A serious traffic accident occurred on Häijääntie in Hämeenkyrö, resulting in the road being closed.

Ilona Mononen won the women's 3,000-meter Finnish championship, overcoming previous record-holder Nathalie Blomqvist.

The article recounts a ski hiking adventure in the Oulanka National Park in eastern Finland, detailing the challenging snow conditions and the anticipation of encountering wildlife.

An expert praises the performance of Finnish representatives Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen in the UMK finals, noting impressive stage presence and confidence, particularly from Lampenius.

Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka received a warning for her loud grunts during a semi-final match at the Australian Open against Elina Svitolina, which the referee deemed 'not normal.'

A serious traffic accident involving two cars has occurred in Hämeenkyrö, Finland.

A serious traffic accident involving two cars occurred on Häijääntie in Hämeenkyrö, leading to road closures for rescue operations.

A study claims that certain BMW models in Finland have switched owners multiple times, with one 7-series BMW having changed hands a staggering 35 times.

A seasonal soup recipe featuring two main ingredients can easily burn if not monitored properly.

Iltalehti provides live coverage of the World Cup event in Falun, where Finnish athlete Perttu Hyvärinen measures his performance, despite terrible weather conditions.

Perttu Hyvärinen, who was removed from the Finnish Olympic team, will compete in the skiathlon event at the Falun World Cup.

Emilia Kangas, a Finnish shot putter, recently won gold at the indoor national championships and shared her experience with bench pressing.

Ari Luusua finished eighth in the prestigious Vasaloppet race in Sweden, narrowly missing the podium by just five seconds.

The article discusses the confusing naming policies of USB generations, which are causing frustration for testers like Aleksi Vähimaa.

U.S. Central Command announced the use of a new, self-developed one-way drone for the first time in an operation against Iran, marking a significant advancement in military technology.

An expert argues that Finland is facing a significant crisis in a particular sector, attributing the issues to mistakes made and highlighting a specific failing of Finns compared to Swedes.

A quiz feature on nature knowledge tests participants with two answer choices in a new game by Sanoma Games.

As of March 1st, a new dog leash law comes into effect in Finland to protect wildlife during their breeding and nesting seasons.

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.

The CIA collaborated closely with Israel to assassinate Iran's supreme religious leader, Ali Khamenei, according to sources reported by the New York Times.

Niko Ranta-aho, previously convicted of serious drug offenses, has reportedly married Mel Hidalgo, who shared the news via TikTok.

Nathalie Blomqvist and Ilona Mononen are set to compete against each other at the Finnish Indoor Athletics Championships.

Former UFC fighter Makwan Amirkhani reacted to the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, who died during US and Israeli bombings in Iran.

Valle Mäkelä is selling a perfect replica of Michael Schumacher's 2006 Ferrari F1 car, which has garnered attention but currently lacks strong bids.

Finnair has suspended flights to Doha and Dubai until March 6 due to escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran.

Linda Lampenius's performance raised eyebrows as her violin playing was notably absent due to regulations against live instrument performances at the UMK and Eurovision.

Jo Nesbø, a renowned crime novelist, discusses the need to step away from his famous character Harry Hole during an interview at the Helsinki Noir literary festival.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has died, and his role will be taken over by a three-member governing board until a new leader is elected.

Finnish athlete Emma Taini criticized the government's funding criteria for sports grants, calling them absurd, especially for athletes who have excelled at European levels but don't meet the new Olympic standards.

Henriikka Halonen, a Finnish Twitch streamer known as Henksuliini, discusses her decision to pause her nursing studies to focus on her streaming career, sharing insights about her journey and success.

Italian biathlete Rebecca Passler was banned due to doping just before the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, expressing her distress over the incident on Instagram.

The U.S. and Israeli armed forces have released video footage of their strikes on Iran's missile and radar systems, showing the attacks in thermal camera images.

A review highlights how the Norwegian series, with its themes of money, jealousy, and class differences, is captivating audiences quickly.

Marco Zanella, a 52-year-old dance teacher, reveals the traumatic incident where he caused an explosion in an apartment building, resulting in severe personal injuries and endangering many lives.