Van containing gas cylinders explodes in Helsinki, 2 wounded

Two persons were injured when a van exploded at Mellunkylä area in Helsinki early Monday night, police said in a press release. The explosion occurred at about 12:20 a.m. when the van containing gas cylinders was parked near the intersection of...

Waldorf Astoria makes Nordic debut with opening of luxury hotel in Helsinki’s historic centre

Hilton has opened Waldorf Astoria Helsinki, its first luxury property in the Nordics, featuring private spa suites, the Peacock Bar and dedicated personal concierge service. HELSINKI, FINLAND – Waldorf Astoria has officially entered the Nordic...

General Secretary Tô Lâm begins official visit to Finland

HELSINKI General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Tô Lâm, his spouse Ngô Phương Ly, and a high-ranking delegation of Việt Nam arrived at Helsinki Airport on October 20 evening, starting an official visit to Finland at...

Vietnamese Party leader’s Finland visit to further intensify bilateral cooperation: diplomat

HÀ NỘI – Finland and Việt Nam enjoy a great relationship that has lasted for more than half a century, and Party General Secretary Tô Lâm’s official visit to Finland will help further intensify their ties, Finnish Ambassador to Việt Nam Pekka...

Waldorf Astoria Arrives in Finland: A New Chapter in Iconic Luxury

Waldorf Astoria makes its Nordic debut, unveiling a new era of luxury in the heart of Helsinki. Owned by M&L Group and operated by Hilton under the Waldorf Astoria brand, the landmark property spans four beautifully preserved historic buildings,...

Ex-CIA officer warns of Russian 'illegals' operating in Finland

ISTANBUL A former US intelligence officer has alleged that Russian deep-cover spies are active in Finland and that the country is already engaged in a “secret war” with Moscow through hybrid operations. Sean Wiswesser, a former officer with the US...

Diplomatic missions of Finland, Austria, Israel, Switzerland, EU and Brazil extend greetings on Diwali

New Delhi: Various diplomatic missions, including those of Finland, Israel, Austria, Brazil, the European Union, and Switzerland, Monday extended wishes to people on the occasion of Diwali. The Finnish Embassy in India celebrated Diwali with a...

Party chief leaves Hà Nội for official visit to Finland

HÀ NỘI — General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee Tô Lâm and his spouse Ngô Phương Ly, along with a high-ranking delegation of Việt Nam, left Hà Nội on Monday for a three-day official visit to Finland. The visit...

Party chief leaves Hanoi for official visit to Finland

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, along with a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam, left Hanoi on October 20 for a three-day official visit to Finland. General Secretary...

Party chief’s trip to Finland to create new momentum for bilateral ties: official

Hanoi (VNA) - The official visit to Finland from October 20 to 22 by Party General Secretary To Lam, his spouse and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam is an important opportunity for the two countries to review the positive achievements in their...

Finland has a message for Vladimir Putin: We're ready

Inside the Nordic nation that's spent decades preparing for another Russian invasion. They're blasted into the bedrock, deep below the streets of Helsinki. Finland's capital has a population of around 680,000, but there's enough space for 900,000...

National Security Upgrade: U.S. Signs Agreement with Finland to Increase Production of Crucial U.S. Coast Guard Icebreakers 

With increased Russian and Chinese presence in the Arctic, U.S. national security relies on the Coast Guard’s ability to patrol our arctic waters. Ships with icebreaking capabilities – known as “icebreakers” – enable the Coast Guard to conduct...

Finland will never recognize occupied Crimea as part of Russia – Stubb

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Finland would never recognize the occupied Crimean Peninsula, nor Donetsk and Luhansk regions, as part of Russia. Stubb made the remarks on the Today program on BBC Radio 4, Ukrinform reports....

Soft demand sparks profit warning at Olvi

Finland-based brewer Olvi Group has issued a profit warning amid “uncertain” consumer demand and weak summer sales. The company said today (21 October) it estimates its operating result will be between €80m and €84m ($92.9m to $97.6m) compared to...

See W.A.S.P. Perform In Oulu, Finland During 'Album ONE Alive!' Fall 2025 European Tour

On Friday, October 17, W.A.S.P. performed at Tullisali in Oulu, Finland as part of the band's "Album ONE Alive!" European tour. Fan-filmed video of the entire concert can be seen below. Featured songs: 01. I Wanna Be Somebody 00:00 02. L.O.V.E....

Party chief’s official visit to Finland expected to strengthen traditional ties

Hanoi (VNA) – The upcoming official visit to Finland by Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse, from October 20 to 22, is expected to strengthen the Vietnam- Finland traditional friendship and open up new opportunities for strategic...

Two people killed, 12 others injured in traffic accident in Finland

Helsinki - Saba: Two people were killed and 12 others injured on Sunday in a traffic accident in the city of Rinkomaki, southern Finland. Local media reported on Sunday that the traffic accident was described as the worst in Finland's history....

Finland to send 52 million euros in military aid package to Ukraine

Finland will send the 30th military aid package worth 52 million euros to Ukraine, APA reports, citing the press service of the Finnish Ministry of Defense. "In the future, a free and secure Europe will be decided in Ukraine - this requires...

Finland to support Ukraine’s cybersecurity and resilience

On Tuesday, 14 October, Finland formally joined the Tallinn Mechanism, an initiative designed to bolster Ukraine’s cybersecurity and resilience. This mechanism serves to coordinate international support for the cybersecurity needs of Ukraine’s...

Helsinki plants tree in Katri Vala’s Park in honour of children

For the fifth time, the City of Helsinki planted a tree in honour of children, said the City in a press release on Friday. The Scots pine planted in Katri Vala’s Park in Sörnäinen is dedicated to all the children of Helsinki born in 2025. This...