Culture
President Alexander Stubb has shared details of an unusual discovery made at the presidential summer residence, Kultaranta. During a tour of the estate’s recently renovated original potato cellar with his spouse, Suzanne Innes-Stubb, the couple found a basket containing "refreshment drinks" from the late 1950s, dating
Culture
Two exceptionally rare shrike species have been observed in Finland within days of each other, sparking excitement among birdwatchers and prompting hundreds to travel to Virolahti.
Culture
The Guard Jaeger Regiment hosted an exceptional military oath and pledge ceremony for its July intake of conscripts on Thursday at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium, marking the regiment’s 30th anniversary under its current structure. The event, open to the public, drew attention for its historic venue and symbolic significance.
Politics
President Alexander Stubb has shared his views on Russia, personal preferences, and childhood experiences in an interview with Koululainen, a magazine aimed at schoolchildren. The interview, which features Stubb on the cover of the August issue, includes questions submitted by young readers. Views on Russia and future dialogue Stubb expressed
Climate
A partial solar eclipse captivated observers across Finland on Wednesday evening, as the Moon passed between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow over much of the country. The phenomenon, visible in varying degrees from Utsjoki to Helsinki, brought communities together to witness the rare event, while millions across
Culture
A rare total solar eclipse is set to captivate observers across parts of Europe on Wednesday evening, with Spain and Iceland emerging as prime viewing destinations. The celestial event has sparked a surge in tourism, with hundreds of thousands of visitors flocking to regions along the eclipse’s path.
Culture
The Finnish Association of Authors has received an exceptionally large bequest from Naantali-based crime writer Pirkko Arhippa, who passed away last October at the age of 90. The estate, valued at €800,000, will be used to establish a fund in Arhippa’s name to support female crime writers
Culture
Fazer is consolidating four of its popular crunchy candies under the Marianne brand, a move that has drawn both confusion and criticism from consumers. The affected products—American Pastilles, London Granules, Avec Granules, and Marianne Granules—will now be marketed under new names while retaining their original recipes.
Culture
A 67-year-old woman, Päivi Kaltio, suffered serious injuries after a drunk man fell on her during Eppu Normaali’s farewell concert at Ratina Stadium in Tampere on Saturday. Kaltio, a retired operational director from Ylöjärvi, was taken to hospital with four broken ribs, one of which may have
Culture
The annual Perseid meteor shower, one of the most spectacular celestial events of the year, is set to reach its peak this week, offering stargazers an exceptional opportunity to observe shooting stars. According to the Astronomical Association Ursa, this year’s display will be particularly favourable, as the Moon will
Culture
Finnish Member of Parliament and Chair of Movement Now (Liike Nyt), Harry "Hjallis" Harkimo, 72, and entrepreneur Jasmine Harkimo (née Pajari), 38, have married. The wedding took place on Saturday, 8 August, at Harkimo’s home in Sipoo. The couple announced their marriage on Instagram, sharing several photos
Culture
A Tampere-based comic artist’s original works, nominated for the Comics Finlandia award, went missing while being transported to an exhibition in Oulu. The incident involved two separate shipments sent via Matkahuolto and Posti, both of which disappeared during transit.