Culture
Hundreds of ice cream lovers flocked to Nallikari Beach in Oulu overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday for the Soft Ice Cream Night (Pehmis Night) event, where the price of soft ice cream decreased by 10 cents every hour. The event, hosted by the Penguin Kiosk (Pingviini Kiosk), ran from 10
Crime
The Helsinki Police Department held a press conference this morning to present its findings on economic crime, human trafficking, and the city’s broader security situation for the first half of 2026. The briefing, conducted at Pasila Police Station, highlighted a concerning rise in financial offenses, exploitation-related crimes, and
Society
A semi-detached house on Kunnaankuja in Vantaa is on fire, with flames spreading to the roof structures, according to the Central Uusimaa Rescue Department. The emergency call was received at 6:39 AM on Wednesday, prompting the dispatch of at least 15 rescue units to the scene. Extinguishing operations
Society
A large fire erupted early Wednesday morning in an industrial area on Pitkäsuontie in Vantaa, prompting a significant emergency response. The Central Uusimaa Rescue Department received the alarm shortly before 5:00 AM and dispatched fifteen units to the scene (Ilta-Sanomat). The affected area is home to several industrial
Health
Authorities in Finland and Sweden are investigating a surge in reports of diseased and dying salmon in the Tornio River, with experts warning of a potential fungal outbreak. The fish, which have ascended the river in unusually high numbers this summer, are exhibiting severe exhaustion, skin injuries, and abnormal behavior,
Health
Authorities in Finland and Sweden are investigating a surge in reports of diseased and dying salmon in the Tornio River, with experts warning of a potential fungal outbreak. The fish, which have ascended the river in unusually high numbers this summer, are exhibiting severe exhaustion, skin injuries, and abnormal behavior,
Climate
A recent study in Pirkanmaa and Häme has uncovered new details about the spread of the invasive jelly bryozoan (Pectinatella magnifica), revealing that fish both consume and disperse the species. The research, conducted by the Kokemäenjoki Water Protection Association (KVVY) and the Vanajavesi Centre, found that the bryozoan’s statoblasts—
Climate
A recent study in Pirkanmaa and Häme has uncovered new details about the spread of the invasive jelly bryozoan (Pectinatella magnifica), revealing that fish both consume and disperse the species. The research, conducted by the Kokemäenjoki Water Protection Association (KVVY) and the Vanajavesi Centre, found that the bryozoan’s statoblasts—
Politics
The Finnish Defense Forces and the Border Guard are conducting naval artillery exercises off the coast of Kotka this week. The drills involve vessels from both branches and are taking place at the Kirkonmaa and Rankki firing ranges. The Gulf of Finland Coast Guard began its exercises on Monday, with
Traffic
A 12-year-old boy died in a head-on collision between two passenger cars in Nurmijärvi on Monday. The accident occurred when one of the vehicles veered into oncoming traffic, though the exact cause remains unclear. Police are investigating the incident, which involved two cars on a road in
Society
A city employee in Kuusamo died on Monday after an ATV accident while performing work-related duties at Ruka. The incident has prompted investigations by the City of Kuusamo, police, and the Permit and Supervision Authority. The accident occurred around 8:00 AM near the ski stadium at Rukatunturi, specifically
Crime
Residents in Hyvinkää have reported at least three cases of suspected fraud involving door-to-door salespeople, prompting police to issue a warning about aggressive and deceptive sales tactics. All incidents involve English-speaking sellers who allegedly pressured customers into purchasing services, particularly pavement cleaning, before failing to deliver on