Crime
Early on Thursday morning, police launched an investigation into a violent incident at Helsinki Central Railway Station, where a man was stabbed and left with serious injuries. The emergency call reporting the attack was made at approximately 5:30 AM, with a bystander alerting authorities to a man injured by
Economy
Nearly 33,000 Finns may not receive their tax refunds on schedule this August due to missing bank account numbers, according to the Tax Administration. The total amount at risk of delay is approximately €2.2 million, with young first-time recipients particularly affected. Taxpayers must ensure their account details
Politics
The political storm surrounding the Garden Helsinki project has escalated, with opposition parties securing an extraordinary parliamentary session during the summer recess to hold a confidence vote in Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. The move follows mounting concerns over transparency, lobbying, and the government’s decision to allocate €35 million in
Crime
Police in Kouvola arrested two young adult men on Wednesday evening following a violent robbery earlier in the day. The suspects were taken into custody in the Myllykoski area after a large-scale search operation involving multiple patrols and a drone. The robbery occurred around 3:00 PM in central
Politics
The Finnish Defence Forces have implemented revised General Service Regulations (YLPALVO), which entered into force at the beginning of July. One of the most notable changes is the removal of the chapter on communication, which previously outlined principles for information dissemination and public oversight.
Politics
Two Finnish politicians and a religious leader have been denied entry to the United Kingdom under the country’s new travel permit system, with authorities citing their criminal convictions for incitement against a population group as the reason. The travel bans have now been accompanied by reports of additional restrictions
Society
Haltiala Farm has announced it will no longer organise its popular toy hunt event after adults disregarded rules and hoarded toys intended for children. The farm, located in northern Helsinki, shared its decision in a video posted on social media following last Friday’s event. The farm had hidden over
Crime
Police are investigating a suspected aggravated assault after an 8-year-old child was doused with a corrosive liquid—identified as drain cleaner—in the yard of Variska School in Vaasa’s Ristinummi district on Sunday evening. The incident occurred in the presence of numerous young people, and the child
Society
A growing number of people seeking food assistance in Tampere are arriving so hungry that they begin eating the contents of their food packages immediately, prompting a new initiative to provide warm soup before distribution. The Finnish Red Cross (FRC), Tampere Food Bank, and the City of Tampere have launched
Crime
West Uusimaa Police are investigating at least two cases in which boys under the age of 15 have been extorted online using sexually suggestive images. Both incidents involve a suspect operating under a pseudonym who initiated contact with the victims on social media before moving the conversation to another platform.
Society
A parachutist died in an accident near Kuopio Airport in Rissala, Siilinjärvi, on Tuesday. The Eastern Finland Police confirmed the incident, stating that the deceased was a man, though no further details about his age, background, or the circumstances of the accident were disclosed. Iltalehti first reported the incident, noting
Society
The dedicated maritime rescue emergency number, 0294 1000, is currently non-operational, authorities confirm. The disruption is under investigation, with no immediate timeline for restoration provided. In the event of an emergency at sea, the public is advised to use alternative contact methods. Yle reports that individuals should call the