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Lower Secondary School Stabbing Incident on Monday Leads to Arrest; Crisis Support Activated | Finland Today | News in English

Lower Secondary School Stabbing Incident on Monday Leads to Arrest; Crisis Support Activated | Finland Today | News in English
Photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today showing two people walking on an icy street, each wrapped in a Finnish flag over their shoulders.

Finland Reigns as Happiest Nation for Ninth Year Straight! | Finland Today | News in English
Minna Canth: Finland’s Trailblazing Woman Honored Before Tove Jansson | Finland Today | News in English

Minna Canth: Finland’s Trailblazing Woman Honored Before Tove Jansson | Finland Today | News in English
Unpacking Finnish happiness - thisisFINLAND

Unpacking Finnish happiness – thisisFINLAND
9 years and counting: Finland is first in the World Happiness Report

9 years and counting: Finland is first in the World Happiness Report
Looking at life, photos and Finnish happiness after four decades in Finland

Looking at life, photos and Finnish happiness after four decades in Finland
The 4-letter word that literally explains Finnish happiness

The 4-letter word that literally explains Finnish happiness
A group of upper secondary school seniors smiling and celebrating together outdoors before their matriculation exams in a photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Spring Matriculation Exams Begin with Record Number of Candidates and Increased Retakes | Finland Today | News in English
Finnish artist creates world’s largest light installation in Australia

Finnish artist creates world’s largest light installation in Australia
Some Finnish Cities Implement Face-Covering Restrictions in Schools for Safety and Recognition | Finland Today | News in English

Some Finnish Cities Implement Face-Covering Restrictions in Schools for Safety and Recognition | Finland Today | News in English
Photograph of Ari Koponen, a member of the Finns party, taken by Hanne Salonen for the Finnish Parliament.

Finns Party MP Ari Koponen Proposes Abolishing National and Guaranteed Pensions for Immigrants | Finland Today | News in English
President Alexander Stubb to Visit London for Talks on Global Order, European Cooperation and Finnish Innovations | Finland Today | News in English

President Alexander Stubb to Visit London for Talks on Global Order, European Cooperation and Finnish Innovations | Finland Today | News in English
These self-portraits from Finland are everything that selfies are not

These self-portraits from Finland are everything that selfies are not
Chairs and an empty table at the Helsinki Central Station, with passengers holding their mobile phones in the background, in a photo by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Helsinki Regional Transport Authority HSL Announces Potential Layoffs | Finland Today | News in English
Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov of Uzbekistan meets with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) on Monday to discuss bilateral relations and foreign policy. Photo-illustration: FINLAND TODAY (Photo of Saidov based on CC BY 4.0 / Photo of Elina Valtonen based on a photo by Claudia Kuismin / The Finnish government

Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov Visits Finland for Talks on Bilateral Relations and Security Policy | Finland Today | News in English
Women's Day March in Helsinki Draws 20,000; VIDEO | Finland Today | News in English

Women’s Day March in Helsinki Draws 20,000; VIDEO | Finland Today | News in English
President Alexander Stubb meets with President Smt. Droupadi Murmu of India, in New Delhi on March 5, 2026. The photograph is credited to Mari-Kaisa Brander from the Finnish president

President Stubb Visits India: Finland and India Strengthen Strategic Partnership with Joint Plans for Digitalization and Sustainability | Finland Today | News in English
Repatriation Flight Price for Finns in UAE Slashed by Nearly Half Amid Ongoing Crisis | Finland Today | News in English

Repatriation Flight Price for Finns in UAE Slashed by Nearly Half Amid Ongoing Crisis | Finland Today | News in English
A Finnair airplane ascending into the sky, captured in a photograph by Seppo Sirkka for Eastpress.

Finnair Organizes Special Flights from Oman to Repatriate Stranded Passengers Amid Middle East Security Concerns | Finland Today | News in English
Warm Weather Expected Across Finland Due to Foehn Winds and High Pressure System | Finland Today | News in English

Warm Weather Expected Across Finland Due to Foehn Winds and High Pressure System | Finland Today | News in English
Finland Proposes Legal Changes to Allow Nuclear Weapons Transit for NATO Defense in Rare Cases | Finland Today | News in English

Finland Proposes Legal Changes to Allow Nuclear Weapons Transit for NATO Defense in Rare Cases | Finland Today | News in English
A photograph of trains taken from above, showcasing the electrical system in a photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Electrical Fault at Helsinki Central Station Causes Train Disruptions and Cancellations | Finland Today | News in English
Peek into one of Finland’s most famous buildings, in Paimio

Peek into one of Finland’s most famous buildings, in Paimio
A photo-illustration showing President Alexander Stubb, who is scheduled to meet with Indian President Droupadi Murmu and other leaders during his visit to India. He will deliver an opening address at a major event and pay tribute at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial in New Delhi. Image credit: Tony Öhberg/Finland Today.

Finland’s President Stubb to Strengthen Ties with India on Landmark 2026 State Visit Beginning Today | Finland Today | News in English
AI app in Finland lets birdwatchers become citizen scientists

AI app in Finland lets birdwatchers become citizen scientists
Fire Kills Five in Vantaa Apartment Building, Baby Survives; Man in His 70s Arrested | Finland Today | News in English

Fire Kills Five in Vantaa Apartment Building, Baby Survives; Man in His 70s Arrested | Finland Today | News in English
Catching the pike: How Finnish author Juhani Karila reeled in a literary phenomenon

Catching the pike: How Finnish author Juhani Karila reeled in a literary phenomenon
Finland to Ban Non-Biometric Russian Passports from June 2026, With Limited Exceptions and Transition Period | Finland Today | News in English

Finland to Ban Non-Biometric Russian Passports from June 2026, With Limited Exceptions and Transition Period | Finland Today | News in English
Finland to Host JEF Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki Focused on Ukraine and European Security | Finland Today | News in English

Finland to Host JEF Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki Focused on Ukraine and European Security | Finland Today | News in English
A yellow Labrador Retriever named Rico has been recognized for his outstanding work in detecting illegal food products and contraband at customs. Photo credit: Jukka Pätynen

Finnish Customs Seize Record Amounts of Narcotics and Weapons in 2025 Amid Surge in Designer Drugs and Tobacco Smuggling | Finland Today | News in English
Linda Lampenius plays the violin and Pete Parkkonen sings at the UMK in a photoraph by Nelli Kenttä for YLE.

Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen Win UMK 2026 with ‘Liekinheitin’; Set to Represent Finland at Eurovision | Finland Today | News in English
An illustrative photograph in blue hues shows a row of police cars, captured by Finland Today.

Suspected Homicide in Espoo: Police Respond to a Violent Incident, Suspect Apprehended | Finland Today | News in English
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) wearing casual business attire in a photograph by Lauri Heikkinen for the Finnish government.

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Rome for Diplomatic Talks, Business Forum and Arctic Policy Speech | Finland Today | News in English
Photos from Helsinki: Creating creatures and castles from snow and ice

Photos from Helsinki: Creating creatures and castles from snow and ice
8 questions on the Kalevala, the epic that shaped Finland’s identity

8 questions on the Kalevala, the epic that shaped Finland’s identity
A photo illustraion of police cars by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Armed Police Respond to Gun Scare at a Helsinki Shopping Center on Wednesday Evening | Finland Today | News in English
In Helsinki, major infrastructure upgrades sustain a growing city

In Helsinki, major infrastructure upgrades sustain a growing city
Meet Ida Elina, Finland’s modern kantele virtuoso

Meet Ida Elina, Finland’s modern kantele virtuoso
Ville Tavio in a photograph by Laura Kotila for the Finnish government.

Finnish Trade Minister Ville Tavio Visits London to Boost Security, Defence and Space Tech Cooperation with the UK | Finland Today | News in English
Seagulls drink water from a puddle in a photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Rain and Slippery Roads Expected Across Finland This Week; Wearing Boots Is Recommended | Finland Today | News in English
A big pile of snow in front of the Railway Square in Helsinki in a photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Snow Showers Sweep Across Southern Finland with Falling Temperatures and Blowing Snow Expected | Finland Today | News in English
GALLERY: Sofia and Yulia, Helsinki Zoo’s Sleepy Bears, Wake to the Sound of a Water Pipe | Finland Today | News in English

GALLERY: Sofia and Yulia, Helsinki Zoo’s Sleepy Bears, Wake to the Sound of a Water Pipe | Finland Today | News in English
Herola and Hirvonen Win Silver for Finland in Nordic Combined Team Event at the Milan-Cortina Olympics | Finland Today | News in English

Herola and Hirvonen Win Silver for Finland in Nordic Combined Team Event at the Milan-Cortina Olympics | Finland Today | News in English
A large crowd gathers outdoors at the Tuska Festival in Suvilahti, Helsinki, with a stage and festival structures visible under a summer sky. Photograph by Morgan Walker for Finland Today.

Tuska 2026 Lineup Finalized: Loudness, Warmen and Caskets Join the Metal Festival | Finland Today | News in English
Regenerative tourism in Finland gives travel a deeper meaning

Regenerative tourism in Finland gives travel a deeper meaning
A group of people seated in a plenary session in 2024. Kaisa Juuso, a member of the Finns Party, is visible on the left. Wille Rydman, also from the Finns Party and serving as minister of economic affairs, is fourth from the left. Photo by Tony Öhberg/Finland Today.

Wille Rydman Appointed as New Minister of Social Affairs and Health After Kaisa Juuso’s Resignation | Finland Today | News in English
Finnish winter fun: Zooming across a frozen lake on an ice route

Finnish winter fun: Zooming across a frozen lake on an ice route
Where Finnish snow-how meets “Wow!”

Where Finnish snow-how meets “Wow!”
A photograph of Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP), taken by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Israel and Palestinian Territories for High-Level Talks on Bilateral Relations and Middle East Peace | Finland Today | News in English
A photograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India. Photograph: Prime Minister

Finnish PM Orpo to Visit India, Highlight AI Cooperation and Strengthen Economic Ties | Finland Today | News in English
Demands For Higher Pay to Close Wage Gaps for Nurses Result in a Strike on Tuesday | Finland Today | News in English

Demands For Higher Pay to Close Wage Gaps for Nurses Result in a Strike on Tuesday | Finland Today | News in English
A photograph of Suvi Minkkinen, credited to Pavel Hrdlička under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Suvi Minkkinen Wins Finland’s First Women’s Olympic Biathlon Medal with Bronze at Milan-Cortina | Finland Today | News in English
A man walks in the cold breeze and weather in a photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Vihti Sets New Winter Low in Southern Finland at -32.8C as Finland Endures Deep Freeze | Finland Today | News in English
Finland Wins Bronze in Women's Relay at Milan-Cortina Olympics, Ending 12-Year Medal Drought | Finland Today | News in English

Finland Wins Bronze in Women’s Relay at Milan-Cortina Olympics, Ending 12-Year Medal Drought | Finland Today | News in English
Two friends, a woman and a dog, are walking together on an icy surface in Helsinki during February 2026 in a photo by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

How Valentine’s Day Became a Celebration of Love and Friendship in Finland | Finland Today | News in English
Foodora to Cease Operations in Finland by February 2026, Affecting 80 Employees | Finland Today | News in English

Foodora to Cease Operations in Finland by February 2026, Affecting 80 Employees | Finland Today | News in English
A woman entering a classic car, photographed by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Heavy Traffic Expected as Ski Holiday Begins in Southern Finland | Finland Today | News in English
A person photographing a snowman while snow falls around them in a photo by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Tough Driving Weather Today in Southern Finland; Extreme Cold to Grip Finland By the Weekend | Finland Today | News in English
Warm, windproof and Finnish: How Finns dress for the ski tracks

Warm, windproof and Finnish: How Finns dress for the ski tracks
Finnish youth turn climate ideas into action in Turku

Finnish youth turn climate ideas into action in Turku
Polar-night hike: A winter walk in the northern Finnish woods

Polar-night hike: A winter walk in the northern Finnish woods
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Di’Anno: The Forgotten Voice Behind Iron Maiden’s Early Sound | Finland Today | News in English
A photograph shows a border barrier in Pelkola, Imatra, with the structure monitored by the Finnish Border Guard.

Finland’s Border Barrier Project on Track: 200 km Fence Nears Completion By the End of the Year to Bolster Security | Finland Today | News in English
A man holding a sign that reads "Thank you Finland!" at a welcoming picnic for refugees in Helsinki on September 12, 2015. Photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland.

Finland Sets 2026 Refugee Quota: Focus on Vulnerable Groups, 500 Places Allocated by Region and Need | Finland Today | News in English
A close-up photograph of Runeberg’s torte, a moist and dense pastry with a tender crumb, topped with a smooth layer of raspberry jam and white icing. The cakes appear nutty and slightly textured, sitting on a tray. Photo credit: Tony Öhberg/Finland Today.

Today We Celebrate J.L. Runeberg: Finland’s National Poet, His Legacy and the Beloved Runeberg’s Torte | Finland Today | News in English
An archival photograph of President Alexander Stubb, taken by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

President Stubb Opens 2026 Parliament; Emphasizes Diplomacy, Alliances and National Defense Amid Global Shifts | Finland Today | News in English
A photograph of Iivo Niskanen at the Finnish Sports Gala in , a Finnish cross-country skier known for his dedication, strong work ethic, and mastery of classic skiing technique, representing national pride for Finland.

Finland Confirms 103-Athlete Team and Sets Medal Target for Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics | Finland Today | News in English
A black and white photo showing Finnish architect Alvar Aalto in 1960. A public domain photo.

Finland Honors Alvar Aalto and National Design Legacy with Flag Day on Architecture Day, February 3 | Finland Today | News in English
Chill skills: Finnish icebreakers and snow-how are more relevant than ever

Chill skills: Finnish icebreakers and snow-how are more relevant than ever
A nighttime scene featuring buses and trams with bright headlights illuminating the cold surroundings. Photo by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Arctic Blast Grips Finland: Record Lows, Frost Warnings and Rare Southern Freeze | Finland Today | News in English
The picture by Tony Öhberg shows an armored police vehicle.

Suspect Shoots Down Police Drone; Police Shoot at Man | Finland Today | News in English
Finland Faces Record Surge in Assaults and Shoplifting in 2025, Official Data Reveals | Finland Today | News in English

Finland Faces Record Surge in Assaults and Shoplifting in 2025, Official Data Reveals | Finland Today | News in English
Finnish company creates an innovative sand battery

Finnish company creates an innovative sand battery
HSL App Ticket Purchase Issues Disrupt Thursday Morning Commute | Finland Today | News in English

HSL App Ticket Purchase Issues Disrupt Thursday Morning Commute | Finland Today | News in English
A man in grey attire looks at the sea from the edge of the Cholera Basin in the western harbour near Market Square in Helsinki. Photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Finland Introduces Social Assistance Shake-Up: Stricter Rules, Lower Benefits and Direct Rent Payments Coming in 2026 | Finland Today | News in English
Finnish PM Orpo Meets President Xi in Beijing: Cordial Talks Focus on Cooperation, Trade Imbalance and New Agreements | Finland Today | News in English

Finnish PM Orpo Meets President Xi in Beijing: Cordial Talks Focus on Cooperation, Trade Imbalance and New Agreements | Finland Today | News in English
Finland helps crack the oat genome in global research effort

Finland helps crack the oat genome in global research effort
A nearly empty Kaivopiha passageway in Helsinki on a quiet Sunday morning, January 25, 2026; photo by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Man Found and Arrested for Attempted Homicide After Kaivopiha Incident in Helsinki | Finland Today | News in English
A group of birds feeding on the snowy ground at Tokoinranta, Helsinki, during winter. Photograph by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

H5N1 Bird Flu Detected in Helsinki Wild Birds | Finland Today | News in English
A photograph shows President Xi Jinping of China watching as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi signs an agreement on cooperative panda research with Finland in April 2017. The event takes place in the Presidential Palace, with officials present and documents on the table. Photo credit: Tony Öhberg/Finland Today.

Finnish PM Orpo Heads to Beijing: Boosting Business Ties and Green Cooperation with China | Finland Today | News in English
Finland’s Leaders Honored by Ukraine for Outstanding Support and Strengthened Ties | Finland Today | News in English

Finland’s Leaders Honored by Ukraine for Outstanding Support and Strengthened Ties | Finland Today | News in English
Siberian Freeze Grips Finland: Temperatures Plunge as Arctic Air Sweeps In | Finland Today | News in English

Siberian Freeze Grips Finland: Temperatures Plunge as Arctic Air Sweeps In | Finland Today | News in English
Finland’s Immigration Dips but Diversity Soars; Record Number of Citizenships Granted Last Year

Finland’s Immigration Dips but Diversity Soars; Record Number of Citizenships Granted Last Year | Finland Today | News in English
The northern Finnish city of Oulu puts big ideas into action

The northern Finnish city of Oulu puts big ideas into action
Photograph of the Starbucks cafe on the corner of Pohjoisesplanadi and Keskuskatu, provided by Tony Öhberg for Finland Today.

Starbucks Bids Farewell to the Cafe at the Academic Bookstore in Helsinki; VIEW GALLERY OF OPENING DAY | Finland Today | News in English
Photograph of a Lidl plastic bag provided by Finland Today.

Lidl Hikes Plastic Bag Prices Again to Curb Waste: “The Best Bag Is the One You Already Have” | Finland Today | News in English
Helsinki underground: Where the city plays, swims and shelters

Helsinki underground: Where the city plays, swims and shelters
Finland Remains Among Top Four in Global Passport Power Rankings | Finland Today | News in English

Finland Remains Among Top Four in Global Passport Power Rankings | Finland Today | News in English
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper Visits Helsinki | Finland Today | News in English

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper Visits Helsinki | Finland Today | News in English
Fatal Stabbing Outside Helsinki Karaoke Bar: Police Probe Deadly Dispute Between Acquaintances | Finland Today | News in English

Fatal Stabbing Outside Helsinki Karaoke Bar: Police Probe Deadly Dispute Between Acquaintances | Finland Today | News in English
Helsinki Illuminated: City Landmarks Transformed by Dazzling Light Art Installations Drew 450,000; VIDEO | Finland Today | News in English

Helsinki Illuminated: City Landmarks Transformed by Dazzling Light Art Installations Drew 450,000; VIDEO | Finland Today | News in English
'Primate' Film Review: Teen Vacation Turns to Terror When Confronted by Rabid Chimp | Finland Today | News in English

‘Primate’ Film Review: Teen Vacation Turns to Terror When Confronted by Rabid Chimp | Finland Today | News in English
Finland Overtakes Spain for Highest Unemployment Rate in the EU | Finland Today | News in English

Finland Overtakes Spain for Highest Unemployment Rate in the EU | Finland Today | News in English
Posti to Cut Up to 172 Jobs Amid Industry Shift | Finland Today | News in English

Posti to Cut Up to 172 Jobs Amid Industry Shift | Finland Today | News in English
Lapland Shivers: Tulppio Hits -41.4C as Finland Faces Deep Freeze | Finland Today | News in English

Lapland Shivers: Tulppio Hits -41.4C as Finland Faces Deep Freeze | Finland Today | News in English
Travel Disruptions and Accident Risks Sweep Southern and Central Finland | Finland Today | News in English

Travel Disruptions and Accident Risks Sweep Southern and Central Finland | Finland Today | News in English
Finnish app mobilises locals to clear out invasive plants

Finnish app mobilises locals to clear out invasive plants
Finland’s Nokia Design Archive reveals the human stories behind your favourite phones

Finland’s Nokia Design Archive reveals the human stories behind your favourite phones
President Stubb Sets Sights on 2026: An Ambitious Blueprint for Peace, Prosperity and Compassion in Finland | Finland Today | News in English

President Stubb Sets Sights on 2026: An Ambitious Blueprint for Peace, Prosperity and Compassion in Finland | Finland Today | News in English
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