Traffic
Traffic in Helsinki’s Kalasatama district has been severely disrupted by ongoing construction work, leading to lengthy queues and daily congestion. The disruptions are primarily caused by the construction of the Junatie metro bridge and the renovation of stormwater pipes on Sörnäinen’s Shore Road.
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Health
A newborn boy arrived unexpectedly in a car along Hämeentie in Tuusula on Wednesday morning, with paramedics from the Central Uusimaa Rescue Department assisting in the delivery. The baby was born in good health at 8:37 AM, according to a Facebook post by the rescue department. The Central Uusimaa
Politics
The Coalition Party has unveiled a reform plan to overhaul Finland’s parental leave system, proposing the abolition of the home care allowance while extending earnings-related parental leave by 40 days. Social Security Minister Karoliina Partanen presented the model, which aims to improve women’s labour market position, reduce
Crime
A man with a developmental disability died in hospital after police used a Taser on him during an incident at a residential unit in Espoo on 14 August. The victim, approximately 50 years old, lived in a housing unit designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities, where he had his own
Crime
A critically endangered pallid harrier was found severely injured in a field in Laukaa after being shot with a shotgun, leading to its euthanasia following a veterinary examination. The incident has sparked outrage among wildlife conservationists due to the bird’s rarity in Finland.
Health
A new study from the University of Turku has found that disrupted or excessive sleep in middle age may significantly shorten a person’s working life, particularly for those in lower socioeconomic positions. The research, which analysed data from over 70,000 Finns, suggests that severe sleep disturbances could reduce
Education
The Ministry of Education and Culture has decided to reclaim approximately 2.8 million euros in state subsidies from the City of Turku, including interest, after determining that the funding was granted for students who were not under the city’s direct educational responsibility. The total amount to be reclaimed
Crime
The Helsinki Police are investigating the 2022 disappearance of Helsinki resident Katja Miinalainen as a homicide, suspecting she fell victim to a crime in late August of that year. Authorities believe the possible crime scene is located in the Muotkavaara and Tiurajärvi area in Muonio, Lapland. According to the investigation,
Crime
Police in Oulu are investigating a suspected case of aggravated fraud in Suomussalmi, where a victim is believed to have lost several tens of thousands of euros over a period of approximately 18 months. The case came to light during another criminal investigation, according to authorities. The suspects are accused
Economy
Uber Eats is significantly expanding its food and grocery delivery operations in Finland, launching autonomous delivery robots in Helsinki and extending its service to eight new cities. The company, which began operations in Helsinki, Espoo, and Tampere in May, will now also serve Vantaa, Kuopio, Turku, Oulu, Joensuu, Jyväskylä, Lahti,
Crime
The Oulu Police have concluded their preliminary investigation into an alleged attempted infanticide and assault involving a two-week-old baby and the child’s mother. The case will not proceed to charges, as the suspect died during the investigation.