Finland Today
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:48:06 +0000Drones Spotted in Finnish Airspace; One Crashes Near Kouvola, Authorities Investigate
Several small, slow-moving drones were detected flying at low altitude in Finnish airspace over the sea and southeastern Finland on Sunday morning. The Finnish Defence Forces responded with an F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet to identify the objects.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:47:04 +0000JEF Leaders Unite in Helsinki to Boost Ukraine Support, Counter Russian Threats and Strengthen Northern European Security
Leaders of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) convened in Helsinki to reaffirm their commitment to European security, support for Ukraine and coordinated responses to regional challenges such as foreign drone incidents and hybrid warfare threats.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:59:17 +0000PM Orpo and Martin to Discuss Ireland’s Upcoming EU Presidency and Key International Issues in Helsinki Meeting
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Prime Minister Micheal Martin of Ireland are set to meet in Helsinki next Tuesday to discuss Ireland’s upcoming EU Presidency and key international topics.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:47:59 +0000JEF Leaders’ Summit Starts Today in Helsinki with the Heads of 10 Northern European Countries
The Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) summit, held at the Presidential Palace, brings together leaders from the UK, Nordic, and Baltic countries to discuss matters of mutual security.
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:43:01 +0000Clocks Spring Forward on Sunday Morning as Daylight Saving Time Kicks In Again
Daylight saving time begins on the night between Saturday and Sunday, for good or ill.
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:51:57 +0000JEF Likely to Disrupt Traffic in Helsinki on Thursday
President Alexander Stubb will host the JEF Leaders' Summit in Helsinki on Thursday, prompting the police to enforce traffic controls, temporary city center closures and restricted airspace for security.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:08:38 +0000Moldova’s President Maia Sandu to Discuss EU Accession and Security with Finland’s Alexander Stubb in Helsinki Visit
President Maia Sandu of Moldova will visit Finland next Tuesday for talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb on bilateral relations, regional security amid Russia’s war in Ukraine, Moldova’s EU accession, transatlantic ties, and global challe...
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:55:32 +0000Glamour and Grit at the 2026 Jussi Awards: Stars Shine Bright in Our Gallery!
The best Finnish filmmakers have received their appropriate awards. Here’s our report from the award ceremony, the Jussi-gaala, which brought families together around the national TV broadcast and made photojournalists sweat on the red carpet.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:07:21 +0000Lower Secondary School Stabbing Incident on Monday Leads to Arrest; Crisis Support Activated
Two lower secondary school boys were involved in a stabbing incident at Maatulli Comprehensive School in Helsinki, where an eighth-grade student stabbed another inside the school. Police quickly arrested the suspect and confirmed the safety of everyo...
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:03:36 +0000Minna Canth: Finland’s Trailblazing Woman Honored Before Tove Jansson
Honored with a flag day on March 19 since 2007, Canth's legacy paved the way for recognizing women's contributions in Finnish society.