Finland Today
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:17:19 +0000Finnish PM Orpo to Visit India, Highlight AI Cooperation and Strengthen Economic Ties
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is visiting New Delhi from February 17 to 20, accompanied by a business delegation, to enhance economic relations and showcase Finland’s expertise in artificial intelligence.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:57:44 +0000Demands For Higher Pay to Close Wage Gaps for Nurses Result in a Strike on Tuesday
Nurses in Northern Finland will go on strike from February 17 to 19, while broader restrictions, including a conditional ban on shift changes and job hunting at major care groups, will continue across the sector.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:01:00 +0000Suvi Minkkinen Wins Finland’s First Women’s Olympic Biathlon Medal with Bronze at Milan-Cortina
Biathlete Suvi Minkkinen won Olympic bronze in the women's pursuit on Sunday at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, earning Team Finland its third bronze medal.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:54:31 +0000Vihti Sets New Winter Low in Southern Finland at -32.8C as Finland Endures Deep Freeze
Vihti broke this winter’s low-temperature record in the south by dropping to -32.8C. The lowest temperature in the southern region was recorded on Saturday night in Vihti, where the mercury dropped to –32.8 degrees Celsius, according to weather s...
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:10:29 +0000Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Israel and Palestinian Territories for High-Level Talks on Bilateral Relations and Middle East Peace
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) will visit Israel and the Palestinian territories from February 15 to 16.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:55:45 +0000Finland Sets Olympic Record with 11-0 Victory Over Italy, Showcasing Depth and Power-Play Prowess
Finland’s men’s hockey team delivered a dominant 11–0 victory over Italy, with seven different players scoring and setting an Olympic record for shots on goal.
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:55:00 +0000Finland Wins Bronze in Women’s Relay at Milan-Cortina Olympics, Ending 12-Year Medal Drought
Finland’s women’s 4x7.5km cross-country relay team won bronze at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:15:45 +0000How Valentine’s Day Became a Celebration of Love and Friendship in Finland
Valentine's Day in Finland, first introduced by salespeople in the 1980s, has developed into a distinctive celebration that recognizes both romantic love and friendship.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:05:00 +0000Finland Stomps Sweden 4-1 in Olympic Ice Hockey
The Lions celebrated a sweet 4-1 victory over Team Sweden at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics at the Santagiulia Arena on Friday, February 12, 2026.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:14:14 +0000Heavy Traffic Expected as Ski Holiday Begins in Southern Finland
With the skiing holiday approaching next week in Uusimaa, Southwest Finland and Satakunta, travelers driving to the north should prepare for heavy traffic congestion.