Politics
Several Finnish universities are preparing to challenge the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health’s decision to reject research funding for social work projects, with appeals expected to be filed in the administrative court. The ministry, led by Minister Wille Rydman (Finns Party), denied rectification requests from six universities—Tampere,
Health
Healthcare staff in Kainuu have used both a security spray and pepper spray on residents with intellectual disabilities at a 24-hour housing unit, a practice experts describe as highly exceptional and potentially unlawful. The security spray, which contains menthol and causes involuntary eyelid spasms when applied to the eye
Climate
Finland is experiencing mixed and unstable weather conditions this week, with rain affecting large parts of the country while some regions enjoy sunshine. Meteorologists describe the weather as highly variable, with heavy showers already recorded in some areas and more significant rainfall expected over the weekend—though the forecast has
Politics
The Social Democratic Party of Finland (SDP) has taken a firmer stance on immigration and integration, proposing new obligations for immigrants, including language learning as a condition for social security. The shift comes as Helsinki grapples with a heated debate over school district boundary changes aimed at reducing segregation, while
Politics
Alko will extend Sunday opening hours to 20 additional stores this autumn, bringing the total number of Alko locations open on Sundays to 55. The new openings will be introduced in phases, with most stores beginning Sunday service on 27 September, while the Tuusula Hyrylä location will start on 4
Economy
Two distinct proposals to address long-term unemployment have been put forward by political and advocacy groups, sparking debate on potential reforms to Finland’s social security and employment policies.
Health
A new registry study by the Social Insurance Institution of Finland (Kela) shows that mental health problems were the primary reason for over 40 percent of visits to the Finnish Student Health Service (YTHS) during the academic year 2023–2024. The study, which examined healthcare service usage among higher education
Politics
Bear hunting has resumed in Eastern and Central Finland after a two-year suspension, following a Supreme Administrative Court decision in June that upheld the legality of culling permits. The hunting season began on the morning of 20 August and will continue until the end of October, with a total
Culture
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are planning to move back to Britain from the United States, according to reports by the BBC. The couple intends to relocate to a private, non-royal residence outside London later this month (Yle). Their children, seven-year-old
Economy
The construction of Finland’s new icebreaker, Aino, will begin next year, with completion scheduled for 2029. The vessel will be built in Helsinki and Pori, ensuring year-round maritime traffic in the Baltic Sea (Daily Finland).
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Politics
The Special Prosecutor has decided not to press charges against Seiska magazine or its staff following a series of articles published in September 2024 about Riikka Räisänen, Editor-in-Chief of Yle’s news and current affairs department. The decision was communicated to Yle on Wednesday.