Climate
Finland is enjoying summery conditions this week, though temperatures and weather patterns vary significantly across the country. After a record-breaking weekend, the mercury is set to rise again midweek, with potential heatwave conditions in parts of the south before a dramatic shift to heavy rainfall and cooler temperatures over
Health
A salmonella epidemic linked to contaminated alfalfa sprouts has resulted in at least two deaths in Finland this spring, with one confirmed and a second suspected, according to updated reports from European and Finnish health authorities. The outbreak, which spread across multiple European countries, has been traced to seeds imported
Politics
Finnish Member of Parliament Päivi Räsänen (Christian Democrats) and Bishop Juhana Pohjola of the Mission Diocese were denied electronic travel permits (ETA) to the UK, decisions they believe are linked to their prior convictions for incitement against a minority group. Ilta-Sanomat reports that Räsänen’s permit was initially approved
Society
A man from Espoo, born in the 1950s, was found drowned in Lake Kymijärvi in Lahti on Sunday after disappearing during a swim earlier in the week. The man went missing on Wednesday, 8 July, prompting a search by police and rescue services that continued until his body was discovered
Climate
Severe downpours on Sunday evening brought traffic in Vantaa to a standstill, with multiple underpasses and roads flooding, leaving vehicles stranded and forcing drivers to find alternative routes. The worst-affected areas included Koivukylä, Korso, and Leinelä, where water levels rose rapidly, disrupting both private and public transport. The storm
Health
A salmonella outbreak traced to contaminated sprouts has resulted in at least one confirmed death in Finland, with a second fatality under investigation. The outbreak, which affected 11 European countries, has been linked to alfalfa seeds originating from Italy, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)
Climate
Heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms have swept across southern Finland on Sunday, leading to localized flooding, property damage, infrastructure failures, and emergency responses in several regions. The worst affected areas include Southwest Finland, parts of Satakunta, Pirkanmaa, Uusimaa, Vantaa, and newly impacted Somero, with Turku and urban centers experiencing particularly
Traffic
A head-on collision between two passenger cars occurred on Highway 12 in Rauma, prompting a large-scale rescue operation and temporary road closures. The incident took place near the village of Lappi, according to MTV Uutiset. Ilta-Sanomat reports that the crash happened shortly before 4:00 AM near
Sports
A frightening incident unfolded on Saturday at the annual Turku Castle Tournament when a horse panicked and charged into the audience, injuring several spectators, including multiple children. The event, which features medieval knightly competitions, was disrupted when one of the horses broke free during preparations for a jousting performance.
Health
A child under the age of 15 died on Saturday afternoon after drowning at Kalliomonttu, a popular swimming pit in Kempele. The accident occurred shortly after noon at the deep end of the quarry-turned-swimming area, where a rescue diver retrieved the child from a depth of seven metres.
Crime
A motocross motorcycle rider fled from police in Pattijoki during the night between Saturday and Sunday, driving at a significantly excessive speed in a populated area. The incident occurred on Marintie Road, where the rider evaded authorities while posing a risk to public safety. The Oulu Police Department is investigating
Politics
US Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71 following a brief and sudden illness, according to a statement published on the X account of his office (Yle). The Republican senator, a prominent figure in US politics, passed away on Wednesday. Graham’s death marks a significant moment