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Finland's Niinisto: Trump will continue diplomacy with Putin, EU needs to be involved
Deutsche Welle
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July 28, 2025
DW: President Niinisto, we are speaking after a third meeting between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, Turkey this year that again failed to produce results to end the war. Do you see any chances for diplomacy to broker at least a ceasefire in the...
Finnish Member of Parliament Commits Suicide Inside the Building
The State Signal
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August 19, 2025
FINLAND – A Finnish member of parliament on Tuesday committed suicide inside the parliament building according to local reports. The Social Democratic Party lawmaker Eemeli Peltonen died in the Finnish Parliament House, with parliament’s...
Former Wildcat Ansley Almonor signs pro deal in Finland
A Sea of Blue - Kentucky
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August 4, 2025
The former Kentucky Wildcats forward has signed his first professional contract with Salon Vilpas, a top-tier team in Finland’s Korisliiga for the upcoming 2025–26 season. The 6-foot-7, 231-pound forward will begin his pro career after wrapping up...
Wage, salary rise by 1.5% in Finland in June Y-on-Y
Daily Finland
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Published : 04 Aug 2025, 23:39 Updated : 04 Aug 2025, 23:41 The working day adjusted wages and salaries sum of the whole economy was 1.5 per cent higher in June 2025 than in June 2024, according to Statistics Finland. The seasonally adjusted wages...
Drownings surge in Finland during record-hot July
Helsinki Times
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August 3, 2025
A total of 28 people drowned in Finland in July, making it the deadliest month for water-related fatalities this year. The number marks a steep increase from July 2024, when 16 deaths were recorded, according to preliminary figures from the...
Rovanperä dominates Rally Finland with historic home win
Helsinki Times
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August 3, 2025
Kalle Rovanperä secured a commanding victory at Rally Finland, taking his first home win and leading Toyota to an unprecedented top-five finish in Jyväskylä. The 23-year-old Finnish driver delivered a flawless performance over the weekend,...
Rangers confirm Oliver Antman arrival as Finland winger pens long-term deal
The Herald (Scotland)
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August 4, 2025
Antman, who has scored seven times in 22 Finland caps, contributed to 22 goals for his now former club last season. Such form prompted Russell Martin to move for his services this summer. He becomes the club's ninth addition in recent months. Read...
In Photos: Oilers' Kasperi Kapanen ties the knot with longtime partner Matleena Laakso in Helsinki
Sportskeeda
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August 4, 2025
Edmonton Oilers forward Kasperi Kapanen and his longtime partner Matleena Laakso were married this past weekend in Helsinki. On Sunday, Matleena shared the news on her Instagram. She posted a romantic photo from their wedding day where the couple...
Finland's credit rating cut as debt rises and reforms stall
Helsinki Times
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July 26, 2025
Finland’s long-term credit rating has been downgraded by Fitch Ratings from AA+ to AA, the country’s lowest rating in nearly thirty years. The downgrade reflects Fitch’s concerns about Finland’s rising public debt, sustained budget deficits, and a...
Finland urges Ukraine to stay firm on anti-corruption amid EU bid
Helsinki Times
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July 26, 2025
Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen said Ukraine must continue its anti-corruption reforms if it hopes to advance towards European Union membership. Speaking during an official visit to France, Valtonen told Yle that a bill passed by...
UNGA 2025 schedule: Eyes on returning Trump and welcoming Syria's Al Shara to UN
The National News
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World leaders will converge on New York next month for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, facing a crowded agenda of protracted wars, climate change and UN reforms, with the spotlight firmly on the return of US President Donald Trump....
Reliquary: The Helsinki Process
CEPA
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August 4, 2025
Cold War hawks loathed the East-West discussions in Helsinki in the early 1970s, and the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE) was signed in the Finnish capital this week 50 years ago. William Safire of the New...
Finland´s nightless nights end in Utsjoki
Daily Finland
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Published : 28 Jul 2025, 23:16 Updated : 28 Jul 2025, 23:22 The nightless nights will end in Utsjoki, the northernmost municipality of the country early Tuesday night, local media reported, quoting Ursa Astronomical Association. The...
Scientists May Have Just Cracked Quantum Computing’s Biggest Problem
SciTechDaily
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August 20, 2025
Illustration of a new strategy to create materials with robust quantum properties, by harnessing magnetic interactions (represented by the red and blue arrows). The small green spheres represent sites where electrons can reside and move along the...
7 Best Hotels in Helsinki, Finland, for 2025 Stays
Conde Nast Traveler
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August 4, 2025
A fairly new arrival to Helsinki, this bratty younger brother in the IHG group is making its mark with the use of bright colors, meeting Nordic taste and flair. Located in the design district, you are already ensconced in the hipster, design-led...
Britain Ready To Send Troops To Ukraine To Protect Skies And Ports
Charter 97
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2 This was stated by Admiral Anthony Radakin, Chief of the British Defense Staff. Britain is ready to send its troops to Ukraine to protect the skies and seaports, but will not bring them closer to the front line with Russian Federation. Britain's...
Mongolia and Finland to enhance cooperation within UN and other international organizations
AKIpress News Agency
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Mongolia and Finland to enhance cooperation within UN and other international organizations AKIPRESS.COM - Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh held official talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Elina Valtonen...
Moldova and Finland Strengthen Ties in Cybersecurity and Green Energy
MoldovaLive
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August 4, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, and Finnish Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering, Joakim Strand, discussed strengthening cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and Finland in cybersecurity...
Former Nokia CEO Pekka Lundmark joins Finnish quantum startup QMill’s board
News.Az
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Former Nokia CEO Pekka Lundmark has joined Finnish quantum computing startup QMill Oy as both an investor and a board member, the company announced on Wednesday. Lundmark, who stepped down as Nokia’s chief executive earlier this year after leading...
Foreign Minister of Mongolia meets with Minister of Economic Affairs of Finland
AKIpress News Agency
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AKIPRESS.COM - Foreign Minister of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh met with Minister of Economic Affairs of Finland Sakari Puisto during her official visit to Finland on August 1, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia reported. During the...