Society
An elevator in a nine-story Heka rental building in Kontula has been out of service for over a month, leaving residents—particularly those with mobility impairments—trapped in their homes. The malfunction, first reported to Heka on June 6, has caused significant hardship, with some unable to leave their
Crime
The Southeast Finland Police Department has recorded a significant rise in sexual offenses during the first half of this year, with 262 cases investigated—an increase of 48 percent compared to the same period last year. Ilta-Sanomat reports that this marks a jump of 85 cases, while Iltalehti highlights
Crime
A person walking their dog in Seinäjoki was attacked by a loose dog on Wednesday evening, sustaining injuries that required immediate medical attention. The incident occurred in the wooded area of Pelipuisto Park near Ruukintie at approximately 20:45. According to the Ostrobothnia Police Department, the victim was walking their
Economy
Posti has reinstated the ability to send packages and parcel letters to the United States through its online services, following a suspension that began in August 2025. The state-owned postal operator announced the change at the end of June, marking the end of a nearly year-long halt on
Politics
The Finnish government has proposed extending the validity of the Act on Temporary Measures to Combat Instrumentalised Migration, commonly known as the Border Security Act, until 31 December 2028. The Ministry of the Interior has opened a consultation period for the draft proposal, which will run until 14 August. The
Climate
Finland is set to experience a widespread heatwave this weekend, with temperatures expected to exceed 30 degrees Celsius in parts of southern and eastern Finland, including South Karelia and Kymenlaakso. The warm spell has already affected nearly the entire nation, with only Northern Lapland expected to remain cooler. The Finnish
Crime
Finnish wild berry industry companies and entrepreneurs are facing corruption charges in the Lapland District Court, with allegations of aggravated and basic bribery involving Thai officials. The case, filed in June, involves nine companies and 21 individuals, including prominent figures previously convicted of human trafficking offenses.
Crime
Western Uusimaa Police are searching for a 14-year-old boy who went missing in Espoo on Saturday, 27 June. The boy, described as 175 centimeters tall with fair skin and brown, medium-length hair, was last seen in the area and may be moving near Saunalahti, Kauklahde, or the
Health
The Wellbeing Services County of Southwest Finland (Varha) has confirmed that electronic appointment letters from Turku University Hospital (Tyks) were mistakenly sent to incorrect recipients on Wednesday, 8 July. The incident has prompted an investigation into the cause of the disruption, with sending of new electronic letters suspended until the
Crime
Finnish police have issued a warning against private individuals posing as minors online to expose potential sex offenders, stating that such actions often hinder rather than help criminal investigations. Authorities emphasize that while the intention to protect children is understandable, these so-called "exposure operations" can complicate police
Crime
The body discovered in the sea off Kruunuvuorensanta in Helsinki on Thursday, 9 July, has been identified as an 18-year-old Indian student who went missing in May. The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) confirmed the identity of the deceased, who had been the subject of extensive searches in
Economy
The Finnish government has approved €35 million in conditional state aid for the Helsinki Garden arena project, a multi-purpose venue planned for the site of the old Helsinki ice rink. The funding, granted in April 2025, requires approval from the European Commission, as it may constitute state aid under