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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The funding has been cut, the league is horrified: 'A slap in the face'

The Finnish Electronic Sports Association (Seul) is shocked by the decision to deny it youth organization funding from the Ministry of Education and Culture for 2026.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Table Tennis Championships Medals to be Decided in Tampere - Watch the Finals Live on Sunday

The Finnish Table Tennis Association will broadcast live from Tampere on Sunday, starting at 15:00, with commentator Mika Pyykkรถ and expert Pasi Valasti.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Kerttu Niskanen out

Finnish cross-country skier Kerttu Niskanen will not compete in the World Cup final events in Lake Placid, as announced by the Finnish Skiing Association.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

"Wet rag to the face," says the forestry association โ€“ authorities suddenly tightened the conditions for environmental support

The Finnish Forest Centre announced immediate tightening of criteria for environmental support for forest owners due to insufficient funds to meet demand.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Finns Party Surprised by Support for Buying Romani Skirts โ€“ This is How the Romani Association Commented

The leader of the Finnish Romani Association expresses surprise at the Finns Party's comments regarding financial aid for purchasing traditional Romani skirts.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

School transport costs municipalities nearly 249 million euros

Last year, municipalities in Finland spent almost 249 million euros on school transport for preschool and basic education, as reported by a survey from the Association of Finnish Municipalities.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Severe Outburst from PS's Vigelius about Hame Support โ€“ Now the Roma Association Speaks

Joakim Vigelius of the Perussuomalaiset party criticizes the funding of traditional hame garments for the Roma community, prompting a response from the Finnish Roma Association.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Huuhkajat lost their home advantage - Here is how Ari Lahti explains the decision that caused outrage

The Finnish Football Association decided to move the home match against Belarus to a neutral venue, sparking outrage among fans.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Finland's decision regarding Belarus angered football fans

The Finnish Football Association decided to relocate a match against Belarus due to the ongoing conflict involving Ukraine, prompting backlash from football fans.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Doping Scandal in Finland โ€“ this decision shocked: "Unreasonable"

Teemu Ramstedt, chairman of the Finnish Athletes' Association, criticized the proposal from the Finnish Ethical Centre for Sport (SUEK) to criminalize doping use among athletes in Finland.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Last year was exceptionally difficult for the rental market, estimates the Finnish Landlords Association

The Finnish Landlords Association reports a challenging year for the rental market, with record supply of rental apartments and decreased rental growth.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

"Right to the Name" โ€“ The Youth's Favorite Sport Association Did Not Receive Funding

The Finnish Electronic Sports Federation (SEUL) was denied public funding for youth organizations by the Ministry of Education and Culture for 2026, ending a longstanding financial support since 2013.

Mar 10 โ€ข 18:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Surprising pension opening on the table - Riikka Purra reacts

The Finnish Minister of Finance, Riikka Purra, supports the notion that immigrants receive pensions too easily, echoing concerns raised by Suvi-Anne Siimes, CEO of the pension providers' association.

Mar 10 โ€ข 16:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Igor Medved out of the Finnish national team - This is how he commented

Igor Medved has been dismissed as the head coach of Finland's ski jumping national team following a review by the Finnish Ski Association.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Organization Concerned About Growing Trend in Cafรฉs and Restaurants: "Misleading Customers"

The Finnish Celiac Association warns that the common practice in cafรฉs and restaurants of issuing warnings about gluten-free status is creating confusion and concern among consumers.

Mar 9 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Pride controversy of the Golden Lion: Players' joint statement

The Finnish Ice Hockey Players' Association has emphasized the importance of equality and respect for all in sports amidst controversy over a player's refusal to wear a Pride-themed jersey.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Yle: Igor Medved Out

The Finnish Ski Association will not exercise the option in Igor Medved's contract as the head coach of the ski jumping team, following his departure during the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina over rule violations related to alcohol.

Mar 9 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Consumer Association: Airlines are obliged to fly those stuck in the Middle East โ€“ Finnair promises compensation

Due to the war status in Iran, Finnair and other airlines have canceled flights to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates until the end of March, leaving Finnish travelers stranded in the area.

Mar 6 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Administrative Court Annuls Lahti's Arrangements Regarding the Finnish Ski Association's Millions in Losses from the World Championships

An administrative court in Hรคmeenlinna has annulled several decisions made by the city of Lahti concerning financial arrangements related to the Finnish Ski Association's significant losses.

Mar 6 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In Vaasa, one wind turbine prevents the construction of 40 plots - Very rare, says the CEO of Finnish renewables

A single wind turbine in Vaasa is obstructing the development of 40 residential plots, in a rare case highlighted by the CEO of the Finnish Wind Power Association.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Bar Association Honors Crime Law Professor Matti Tolvanen with a Special Issue

The Finnish legal community commemorates the work of emeritus professor Matti Tolvanen with a dedicated issue of the legal journal Defensor Legis.

Mar 5 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Serious news about personnel negotiations at the Kevitsa mine, says the managing director of the Finnish Mining Industry Association

The managing director of the Finnish Mining Industry Association describes the personnel negotiations at the Kevitsa mine as very serious, with significant implications for workers and the mining sector.

Mar 4 โ€ข 18:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Fear of the law proposal spreads - Strong reaction from the chair of the National Coalition Women's Association

The Finnish government's proposed law allowing temporary employment contracts for up to a year without justification has sparked significant criticism from various stakeholders, including a notable reaction from the chair of the National Coalition Women's Association.

Mar 4 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The chairman of the Association of Finnish Economists was removed from student celebrations

Jukka-Pekka Kokkonen, the chairman of the Association of Finnish Economists, has been removed from the annual festivities of Aalto University business students amid allegations of inappropriate behavior.

Mar 3 โ€ข 10:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A new leader for the chemical industry

Mikko Salo has been appointed as the new CEO of the Finnish Chemical Industry Association and will take office in April.

Mar 3 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

World Cup Host Bombards Participant Country โ€“ Hopeless Assessment

The Finnish Football Association president expresses concerns about security for fans traveling to Mexico amid current conflicts.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

EU Targets Finnish Favorite Beverages: "Unreasonable"

The Finnish beverage industry association criticizes a proposed EU classification that would restrict the use of the term 'cider' based solely on its juice content.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Fagersta Finnish Association Grows โ€“ While Others Lose Members

The Fagersta Finnish Association is experiencing growth in membership while other Finnish associations in Sweden report declines due to aging populations and a lack of engagement from younger members.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Over a hundred thousand euros in funding for a special association: This is what it is

A Finnish association providing support for individuals who hear voices receives over 131,000 euros in funding to continue their peer support activities.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The environmental organizationโ€™s complaint against the wolf quota hunting did not succeed

The Finnish Supreme Administrative Court rejected a complaint by the Tapiola Nature Conservation Association regarding wolf hunting regulations set by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Organizations sued the government over its long-term climate plan

The Finnish Association for Nature Conservation and Greenpeace Finland have taken Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's government's long-term climate plan to the Supreme Administrative Court, claiming it undermines the country's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Finnish Ski Association filed a protest due to Norway and USA's waxing team

The Finnish Ski Association, in conjunction with the Olympic Committee, has lodged a protest with the International Ski Federation, alleging rule violations by the Norwegian and USA teams related to waxing techniques in recent classic sprints.

Feb 14 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Sports

Finland filed a protest with the sprint competition committee

The Finnish Ski Association and Olympic Committee have lodged a protest with the International Ski Federation regarding irregularities in a sprint competition.

Feb 14 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Finland Filed a Protest!

Finland's Ski Association and the Olympic Committee have formally protested against the results of a sprint competition at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, alleging that teams from the U.S. and Norway engaged in cheating.

Feb 14 โ€ข 10:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The coach of the medal team direct criticizes the Ski Association: "Shitty setbacks"

The coach of the Finnish combined national team has openly criticized the Ski Association for significant financial troubles affecting the teamโ€™s operations and future training.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

You can now earn money with wolf droppings

The Finnish Hunters' Association is rewarding its member clubs for DNA samples collected from wolf feces in order to improve wolf population estimates.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

The NHL star of the Lions was a mistake โ€“ then the text message rally began

The Finnish Ice Hockey Association made an embarrassing mistake by listing Eetu Tolvanen instead of Eeli Tolvanen for the Olympic team announcement.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Language teachers concerned about the focus on English in language choices

The Finnish Association of Language Teachers expresses concern over the increasing focus on English in students' language choices, leading to a decline in the popularity of other foreign languages.

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

Frost Stops Trucks Across Finland โ€“ SKAL Demands Quick Solution from the EU for Adblue Problem

Trucks across Finland are facing debilitating issues due to freezing Adblue, prompting the Finnish Transport and Logistics Association to call for urgent EU action to resolve the matter.

Feb 7 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

He is the Cantor of the Year - He is also the Tango King

Pasi Flodstrรถm, 30, has been awarded the title of Cantor of the Year by the Finnish Cantor-Organist Association and is also a tango king.

Feb 3 โ€ข 18:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Appeal from the Association for a Million Finns โ€“ "The Capacity Charge Feels Like a Stick"

The Finnish Detached House Association criticizes the Energy Authority's new capacity charge regulation for electricity transmission, stating that the limit of 8 kilowatts is still too strict for homeowners.

Feb 2 โ€ข 17:01 UTC

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