Trust towards Finland's eastern neighbour has declined dramatically, a trend that does not surprise researchers.

The Swedish Air Force described the incident as being "particularly serious" given the current situation, and called the Russian actions unprofessional and irresponsible.

The latest initiative achieved the required support within one week, and calls on the government to apply for Nato membership on the basis of constitutionally-protected human rights.

Survey respondents were asked which party they would vote for if a parliamentary election would be held now.

It is over 2 years since the first coronavirus cases were detected in Finland, tabloid Iltalehti writes.

Meanwhile, members of the two countries' militaries took part in joint drills in the Baltic Sea near Sweden.

Finns looking to party flocked to dance floors as restaurants and nightclubs were once again allowed to open their doors. Yle headed into the Helsinki night to document the excitement.

Concerns about world events have been reflected in the demand for iodine, which can be used to prevent the absorption of radiation.

Beverage manufacturer Hartwall announced on Wednesday that it had terminated its marketing collaboration with Helsinki Halli.

Former Finns Party leader and current chair of Parliament's foreign affairs committee Jussi Halla-aho said that Western military intervention in Ukraine cannot be ruled out.

The Prime Minister made the comments following a meeting with party leaders on Tuesday night.

The measure comes into effect from Wednesday 2 March.

OP Financial Group said that banks may have to carry out additional investigations due to sanctions on Russia, in which case customers may experience delays in payment of wages.

In future Yle should attach moving pictures or audio to text based articles. The rules do not apply to minority languages.

Russia's attack on Ukraine has heightened tensions in Finland, with an increase in defence spending considered "inevitable".

Newspapers report that the chair of Parliament's Foreign Affairs committee said Western intervention in the war in Ukraine would soon be inevitable.

The immigration agency plans to increase accommodation capacity at its reception centres.

Russia has said it will temporarily prevent foreign investors from selling Russian assets.

The number of people seeking training clearly saw a spike after last Thursday, the day Russia's deadly attack on Ukraine began.

The follow-up study, commissioned by Yle, found that Helsingin Sanomat and news agency STT were the next most trusted news outlets.

Experts say the decrease in tourists due to airspace restrictions could hamper the sector's recovery.

The exhibition would have marked the first-ever display of renowned Finnish painter Akseli Gallen-Kallela's works at the Tretyakov Gallery.

The City of Helsinki is also gearing up for the eventual arrival of refugees, according to the deputy mayor.

The price of food has not risen this steeply since 2014.

Finland's President also said he believes there is no rationale for Russia to launch an attack on Finland.

The Russian team will not be allowed to compete in Finland, after Russia invaded Ukraine. 

The war in Ukraine continues to dominate the news in Finland.

Finland will provide anti-tank weapons and assault rifles to help Ukraine defend itself against the Russian assault.

The flag carrier's share price fell by more than one fifth on Monday as Moscow responded in kind to an EU airspace ban.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine appears to have increased support for Nato in Finland.