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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This is where Finns want to go โ€“ Beer only 5.5 euros

Finns increasingly favor Italy as a ski destination due to its excellent value for money and quality offerings.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This food is the new favorite of Finns โ€“ Suitable for almost everyone

Tex-Mex cuisine has gained significant popularity in Finland, particularly with tortillas chips becoming a staple in Finnish Friday evenings.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Disaster in Finns' Favorite Destination

An oil spill off the coast of Phuket, Thailand, caused by the sinking of a Panamanian-flagged ship, threatens marine life and local tourism.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Politics bush telegraph: He is Antti Lindtman's nightmare - The National Coalition and the Finns Party hope for a big victory from Minja Koskela

The discussion in a recent political podcast focuses on Finland's debt brake and the proposed budget cuts by various parties ahead of the elections.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

These questions reveal if you talk about sex more openly than other Finns

A survey is presented to assess how openly Finns discuss their sexual preferences and desires.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Tuula Koponen, 83, learned a skill that can save lives โ€“ over 1,300 Finns die each year from falls

Tuula Koponen, an 83-year-old woman from Turku, has taken a course to learn how to safely get up from the floor after a fall, as falls are a leading cause of mortality among older adults in Finland.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Finns Party were shocked by Yle's announcement: "Does UMK need to be organized at all?"

The Finns Party expressed outrage over Yle's decision not to require the winner of the Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) to represent Finland at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Russian Icebreaker Rescues Vessel off Porkkala โ€“ Finns Have 'No Interest' in Assisting

A Russian icebreaker has rescued a vessel trapped in ice near Porkkala while Finnish icebreakers maintain a policy of not assisting vessels traveling to Russia.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Do you belong to the half of Finns who have done this in the shower at least once?

A recent survey reveals that over half of Finns have urinated in the shower at least once, with men more likely to admit to this habit than women.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

2,000 Finns to be Declared Dead Soon โ€“ "None Have Registered"

Around 2,000 centenarians in Finland will be declared dead by authorities unless someone registers their status by March 24.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Julius Knows with Precision the Make, Model, and Engine of Cars That Should Be Sold to Finns Now โ€“ He Does Not Recommend These: โ€˜Completely Worn Out Even Below 200,000 Kilometersโ€™

A young couple in Finland has successfully opened a used car dealership specializing in affordable vehicles, sharing insights on what buyers should look for in the current market.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This food is no longer acceptable to Finns - 21 people's jobs at risk

Apetit is planning to close its frozen pizza factory and is considering alternative production locations and models, putting 21 jobs at risk.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

With this trick, Martta tames kitchen grease: 'You can save money with it'

A survey reveals that many Finns either follow or ignore detergents' usage instructions when cleaning, with recommendations to minimize detergent use to save money and protect health.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Statistics Released: Finns Are Cruising More Enthusiastically Than Before

Last year, Finnish citizens made approximately 7.75 million trips abroad, with a significant portion done via cruise ships.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Finns Party fears that Pori's new main library will overshadow indoor sports facilities โ€“ the city manager calms concerns

The Finns Party is concerned that the new main library in Pori might take precedence over the planned renovations to indoor sports facilities, despite both projects being intended to advance simultaneously.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A Surprise for Finns from Viaplay

Viaplay has introduced a new user policy that makes sharing accounts outside a household more difficult.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Editorial: Parliament Representatives Fight Again Over Where Finns Can Buy Alcohol

Finnish parliament members are once again at odds over regulations governing alcohol sales, reigniting a longstanding debate over the legality of ordering alcohol from other EU countries.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

They are the most visible Finns in the world

Finnish President Alexander Stubb was the most mentioned Finn in the world media last year, highlighting his significant visibility with 123,000 mentions.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

STT: Middle-aged man accused of defaming journalist

A middle-aged man faces charges of defaming journalist Ida Erรคmaa by sending her an abusive email, connected to her column on the relationship between the True Finns party and the media.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This is Finnish people's dream vacation - Are you like others?

Finns increasingly prioritize cultural experiences, food, and unique activities over just price and warm weather when choosing their vacation destinations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Perspective: Yle is fooling around - Finns are paying

The article criticizes Yle for undermining the purpose of the UMK competition and failing to ensure that the winner represents Finland at Eurovision.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Most Finns Don't Realize the Value of This Familiar Vase โ€“ Price Tag in the Tens of Thousands

A recent quiz revealed that only one in three Finns can recognize the true value of the Savoy vase designed by Alvar Aalto, which has been auctioned for over 10,000 euros.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New Traffic Sign Confounds Finns โ€“ This Is What It Means

Finnish motorcyclists encountered a strange traffic sign in France that indicates a carpool and public transport lane.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Survey by Maaseudun Tulevaisuus: Majority do not trust the safety of elderly care

A majority of Finns express a lack of trust in the safety of elderly care according to a recent survey by Maaseudun Tulevaisuus.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

We followed how Finns remember Ukraine on the anniversary of the outbreak of the war

On the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, Finland commemorated the impact of the war on Ukrainians, especially focusing on children and families.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Do you immediately shower and change the sheets after sex? See what others answered

A survey is being conducted to assess hygiene practices among Finns regarding sexual activity.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Swedish Finns and Finland-Swedes - What is the difference?

The article explores the distinctions between Swedish Finns and Finland-Swedes, highlighting their language, history, and demographics in Sweden and Finland.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Helena Waves the Finnish Flag - in Sweden: 'Finland is Dear to Me'

Helena Svanbรคck celebrates Finland by waving the Finnish flag during the Swedish Finn Day in Sweden, highlighting the identity and interests of the Swedish Finn community.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Ordinary Swedes Speak Out: These Finns Made an Impression

Swedish people share their memorable experiences with Finns, highlighting friendships during a celebration of Swedish-Finnish Day.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Did you get this disease in the past? A nasty consequence may occur later

In Finland, nearly all adults have had chickenpox as children, and the virus can reactivate later in life, potentially leading to shingles, which affects one in three Finns.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Virsbo is called 'Little Finland' โ€“ the Finnish identity is seen everywhere

Virsbo, a locality in Sweden, has the highest percentage of residents with Finnish background outside of Norrbotten, highlighting its unique cultural identity as it prepares for the celebration of Sweden-Finns Day.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Even thousands of Finns may be entitled to disability pension โ€“ they just donโ€™t know it themselves: "For many, the diagnosis is a shock"

A significant number of Finns may be eligible for a disability pension due to undiscovered conditions affecting their ability to work, as highlighted by a specialist's observations of patients facing similar struggles.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Survey: Majority of Finns Want to Ban Fur Farming

A recent survey reveals that 62% of Finns support banning fur farming, with significant opposition to both EU-wide and national prohibitions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 20:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The situation in Mexico is escalating - a new message from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Finns

The situation in Mexico has intensified, leading to the deaths of 25 National Guard soldiers and prompting the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs to advise citizens to stay safe.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned 300 Finns in Mexico

The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning to 300 Finns traveling in Mexico about rising violence following the death of a drug cartel leader.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Animalia: The majority of Finns would ban fur farming

A recent survey commissioned by the animal rights organization Animalia shows that over half of Finns support a complete ban on fur farming in Finland and the EU.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Test Reveals Gap in Finns' Knowledge of Geography

A test conducted by the magazine Me Nais revealed that only 15% of Finns answered all geography questions correctly, highlighting significant gaps in knowledge.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In America, Trump is demanded to return billions from illegal tariffs; can Finns also receive compensation?

Companies operating in the U.S. are now demanding refunds for tariffs imposed by Trump, deemed illegal by the Supreme Court, raising questions about possible compensation for Finnish exporters.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Consequence of the Defection: A Severe Chair Game Coming in the Center

Mikko Polvinen's shift from the Finns Party to the Center Party prompts the latter to announce new candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections in Finland.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Sports

Finns Talk About the Olympics: 'It Was a Bitter Loss'

Finnish commentators reflect on the bittersweet feeling following their hockey team's loss to Canada in the semifinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Thousands of Finns Have Already Claimed This Amazing Deal โ€“ If You Want a Dream Holiday for Almost Free, Act Immediately

Many Finns have the opportunity to enjoy luxury holidays for free, but time is running out to take advantage of this offer.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

These are the favorite clothes of ordinary Finns - would you wear them yourself?

A survey reveals the favorite clothing items of Finnish women and offers styling tips for everyday wear.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Now thereโ€™s a harsh warning โ€“ This neglect can cost thousands

A significant number of Finns do not know the location of their apartment's water shut-off valve, which can lead to costly water damage.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

3,000 Finns are entitled to a brand new Kela support, which provides relief at the pharmacy counter - see if you belong to them

New Kela support aims to alleviate financial burdens for Finns struggling to afford medications, with specific eligibility criteria.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A shocking homicide in the favorite spot of Finns

A father in his mid-thirties is suspected of murdering his ten-year-old son and seriously injuring the boy's mother in a violent incident in Tenerife, Spain.

Feb 21 โ€ข 22:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
Sports

Slovak hockey players did not win bronze / In the match for third place, they fell to the Finns 1:6

Slovak hockey players missed out on a medal by losing 1:6 to Finland in the bronze medal match at the Olympics in Milan.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Tallinn's legendary nightclub closes its doors โ€“ Also beloved by Finns

Cafรฉ Amigo, Tallinn's longest-running and most popular nightclub, will close its doors at the end of February due to dwindling customer numbers and rising costs.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This traditional dish Finns cannot stand: 'The thought of eating it disgusts me'

A survey revealed that many Finns find certain traditional dishes disgusting, highlighting significant culinary preferences among the population.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Surprising assessment of the tax authority's new weapon: This may affect these Finns

A new tax law proposal in Finland may allow the tax authorities access to all citizens' bank information, raising concerns about privacy and data protection.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Sports

Finns Express Regret as Finger Points to Winning Canada Goal: "The Goal Should Not Have Counted"

In a dramatic semifinal, Canada overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat Finland 3-2, raising controversy over the legitimacy of one of the goals scored.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:13 UTC

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