Finland Yle Uutiset
Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:25:07 +0300Finnish passport ranked "third strongest" in world
Citizens of Finland can visit a total of 189 countries without the need for a visa.
Sat, 16 Apr 2022 17:19:47 +0300Ukrainians can apply for jobs in Finland, but will they find them?
While authorities have moved quickly to ensure that Ukrainian refugees can legally apply for work, questions remain as to whether they will find safe, quality jobs that provide a living.
Sat, 16 Apr 2022 13:47:45 +0300Nordea bank reports service disruptions, savings accounts appear empty
A similar disruption occurred last week, which the company later confirmed was not the result of a cyber attack.
Sat, 16 Apr 2022 13:11:50 +0300Foreign Minister Haavisto: Russian rhetoric on Nato "no surprise"
Russian officials have once again warned Finland and Sweden of the "consequences" of joining the Nato alliance, without specifying what the repercussions might be.
Sat, 16 Apr 2022 11:45:02 +0300President and Education Minister to hold Ukraine, Nato Q&A with Finnish schoolchildren
The session will take place on Wednesday 20 April and will be live streamed.
Sat, 16 Apr 2022 10:58:48 +0300Turku marks passing of popular MP
Blue and white lights adorned the city's Library Bridge in honour of Ilkka Kanerva.
Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:39:00 +0300Poll: One in four Finnish firms raising prices as energy, raw materials costs increase
The war in Ukraine is raising costs for businesses, and they will pass that on to consumers.
Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:10:47 +0300Jari Kurri takes full ownership of ex-KHL hockey club Jokerit
Kurri has acquired 40 percent of the club from a firm linked to Russian oligarch Vladimir Potanin.
Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:47:37 +0300NCP MP Ilkka Kanerva dies aged 74
The National Coalition Party MP had been on sick leave from his role in parliament.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 18:27:16 +0300Police doubt political motive as Presidential Palace smeared with pro-Russia slogans
Police said the suspect, who is a Finnish citizen, was motivated by revenge against a decision by authorities.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 17:32:38 +0300Migri director general to step down
Jari Kähkönen listed personal reasons and the well-being of his family as the main reasons behind his decision.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:37:56 +0300Easter holiday reminder: Changes to retail opening hours, public transport timetables
The long holiday weekend will be busy on buses and trains, with some services already fully booked.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 14:35:31 +0300Union extends UPM strike until mid-May
Paperworkers' Union members will continue the industrial action for a further two weeks after rejecting the most recent settlement proposal.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:50:19 +0300Minister postpones Helsinki region municipal strike
The industrial action will close schools and daycare centres if it goes ahead.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:32:36 +0300Finland ends general face mask recommendation
Despite the new recommendation, the country's health agency suggested continuing the use of face masks in a number of situations.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:53:53 +0300Russia's Medvedev issues warning about Finland, Sweden Nato membership
The former Russian President said the Baltic Sea region may no longer be a nuclear–free zone if the two Nordic countries applied to join Nato.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:30:40 +0300New law aims to cut red tape for Finland's international students
The amendments will mean students and their family members can receive resident permits for the duration of their studies.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:56:18 +0300Young man suspected of sexually exploiting 129 minors
The suspect used social media to seek out and sexually exploit children, according to police.
Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:23:09 +0300Thursday's papers: Nato report, women's voluntary military service, and the PM's leather jacket
Finland's security policy dominates headlines as the debate surrounding the country's possible Nato membership appears to have entered a new phase.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 17:59:34 +0300Sámi activists win fishing rights case
The case turned on the tension between Sámi people's constitutional rights and the Finnish state's fishing permit system.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:40:41 +0300Marin: Nato decision will happen "within weeks not months"
The PM stated that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has driven Finland to rethink its security strategy.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:04:48 +0300Government report: Finland and Sweden joining Nato would increase security in the Baltic Sea region
The report sets out the implications and risks of Nato membership and marks the beginning of the official debate on a potential application for Finland to join Nato.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 14:16:05 +0300Netflix to take over Finnish gaming company
The streaming platform stands to acquire over 90 percent of shares in Next Games.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 13:06:31 +0300Finance Ministry predicts modest economic growth in shadow of war in Ukraine
The ministry's figures predict that GDP will grow by 1.5 percent this year, down from a previous forecast of 2.9 percent.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:53:24 +0300Watch: Yle Areena launches live stream of baby chicks
The stream begins on Wednesday morning and runs until midnight on Good Friday.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:38:00 +0300Long street dust season in store this year
This spring, the street dust season may be worse and longer than usual.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:12:46 +0300Migri to inspect Jyväskylä reception centre over alleged shortcomings
The inspection is being prompted by complaints about the facility's condition.
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:15:34 +0300Wednesday's Papers: Nato report heads to Parliament, domestic violence during Covid, and nursing careers
Domestic violence increased during the pandemic.
Tue, 12 Apr 2022 18:25:29 +0300Authorities launch AI project to modernise Finnish prison labour
The pilot project will be rolled out in four different prisons around Finland.
Tue, 12 Apr 2022 17:54:36 +0300Report: Finland's bear population decreasing
The number of bears in Finland has dropped for the first time since 2017, according to a study by the Natural Resources Institute.