Juuso admits savings in social care came as surprise, dismaying opposition: Minister of Social Affairs and Health Kaisa Juuso (PS) on Friday told Helsingin ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25152-juuso-admits-savings-in-social-care-came-as-surprise-dismaying-opposition.html
STT: Thousands of officials could be laid off due to cost savings: Juha Majanen from the Ministry of Finance on Sunday told the Finnish news agency that ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25151-stt-thousands-of-officials-could-be-laid-off-due-to-cost-savings.html
Helsinki Airport voted best in Northern Europe for unparalleled passenger experience
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25143-helsinki-airport-voted-best-in-northern-europe-for-unparalleled-passenger-experience.html
Record number of Finnish SMEs report poor financial health: A recent Entrepreneurial Poll reveals a significant downturn in the financial well-being of small and ...
helsinkitimes.fi/business/25146-record-number-of-finnish-smes-report-poor-financial-health.html
Pioneering AI model simulates human text entry on mobile phones: Researchers at Aalto University have achieved a breakthrough in text input technology by ...
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/science-and-technology/25145-pioneering-ai-model-simulates-human-text-entry-on-mobile-phones.html
Suomi.fi mobile app update set to enhance user experience with improved security: On April 22, 2024, the Digital and Population Data Services Agency will release ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25140-suomi-fi-mobile-app-update-set-to-enhance-user-experience-with-improved-security.html
Helsinki boosts civil defense with multi-million euro shelter renovation plan: In light of the current global situation, the City of Helsinki has announced a ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25144-helsinki-boosts-civil-defense-with-multi-million-euro-shelter-renovation-plan.html
Uusimaa medical helpline to offer remote appointments for children starting April 2024
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25139-uusimaa-medical-helpline-to-offer-remote-appointments-for-children-starting-april-2024.html
Snow forecast to fall in large parts of Finland: Even parts of Uusimaa, the region surrounding Helsinki, could see up to six centimetres of snow fall between ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25149-snow-forecast-to-fall-in-large-parts-of-finland.html
Finnish government approves tougher immigration provisions: The bills, for example, are set to introduce stricter requirements for international protection ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25148-finnish-government-approves-tougher-immigration-provisions.html
Nearly 200 motorcyclists and 36 moped riders died in traffic accidents over the past decade in Finland
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25138-nearly-200-motorcyclists-and-36-moped-riders-died-in-traffic-accidents-over-the-past-decade-in-finland.html
Lindtman presents Social Democrats’ plan for reducing debt burden: The largest opposition party in the Finnish Parliament, the Social Democratic Party has ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25142-lindtman-presents-social-democrats-plan-for-reducing-debt-burden.html
Orpo responds to concerns and criticism sparked by tax hikes, spending cuts: Prime Minister Petteri Orpo on Tuesday told YLE that the effects of the value-added ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25141-orpo-responds-to-concerns-and-criticism-sparked-by-tax-hikes-spending-cuts.html
Age perceived as major barrier to employment in Finland, survey finds: A recent survey conducted by YTK Unemployment Fund reveals a significant perception among ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25136-age-perceived-as-major-barrier-to-employment-in-finland-survey-finds.html
Helsinki Festival 2024 unveils program: A celebration of music, dance, and art: Helsinki is set to celebrate its vibrant culture with the 2024 Helsinki Festival ...
helsinkitimes.fi/culture/25137-helsinki-festival-2024-unveils-program-a-celebration-of-music-dance-and-art.html
Unpaid electricity bills continue to cause credit issues for Finnish consumers: Despite a significant drop in electricity prices last year, many Finnish ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25135-unpaid-electricity-bills-continue-to-cause-credit-issues-for-finnish-consumers.html
"Edible Helsinki" food weeks to showcase city's culinary delights this spring: Helsinki is set to host its inaugural "Edible Helsinki" food weeks from May 24 to ...
helsinkitimes.fi/eat-and-drink/25134-edible-helsinki-food-weeks-to-showcase-city-s-culinary-delights-this-spring.html
Helsinki to host the Tall Ships Races in July 2024 with a focus on Baltic Sea conservation
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25132-helsinki-to-host-the-tall-ships-races-in-july-2024-with-a-focus-on-baltic-sea-conservation.html
Finland catches up in elder employment, especially among women: While Finland has traditionally lagged behind other Nordic countries in the employment rates of ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25126-finland-catches-up-in-elder-rmployment-especially-among-women.html
Breakthrough in understanding mysterious force slowing water droplets on ultra-slick surfaces
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/science-and-technology/25129-breakthrough-in-understanding-mysterious-force-slowing-water-droplets-on-ultra-slick-surfaces.html
Aino and Eino top the list of Finland's favorite baby names in 2023: In 2023, Finnish parents favored the names Aino and Eino for their newborns ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25125-aino-and-eino-top-the-list-of-finland-s-favorite-baby-names-in-2023.html
Finnish government unveils €1.6bn in new spending cuts, €1.4bn in new tax hikes: Prime Minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) on Tuesday described the measures as heavy but ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25133-finnish-government-unveils-1-6bn-in-new-spending-cuts-1-4bn-in-new-tax-hikes.html
Finnish Customs warns against ordering illegal mosquito repellents and tick collars online
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25130-finnish-customs-warns-against-ordering-illegal-mosquito-repellents-and-tick-collars-online.html
Open House Helsinki extends its doors wider in May due to rising popularity: This spring, Open House Helsinki invites the public once again to explore some of ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25127-open-house-helsinki-extends-its-doors-wider-in-may-due-to-rising-popularity.html
Lasipalatsi Square reopens with festive May Day celebrations: Helsinki's Lasipalatsi district has unveiled a vibrant lineup of events to celebrate the reopening ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25124-lasipalatsi-square-reopens-with-festive-may-day-celebrations.html
Easing inflation paves way for softer monetary policy in the Eurozone: As inflation in the Eurozone decelerates to a more manageable rate of 2.4% in March 2023 ...
helsinkitimes.fi/world-int/25123-easing-inflation-paves-way-for-softer-monetary-policy-in-the-eurozone.html
Surge in economic crime amid financial strain in Finland: Finland has witnessed a record surge in economic crime in 2023, reflecting broader economic challenges ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25122-surge-in-economic-crime-amid-financial-strain-in-finland.html
Stubb: Finnish-Israeli arms trade to be affected by Iran’s attack on Israel: President Alexander Stubb assured at a news conference yesterday that the tense ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25121-stubb-finnish-israeli-arms-trade-to-be-affected-by-iran-s-attack-on-israel.html
Reports: Finnish government to raise general value-added tax rate to 25.5%: Estimated to generate a billion euros in tax revenue a year, the tax hike will be the ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25120-reports-finnish-government-to-raise-general-value-added-tax-rate-to-25-5.html
Finns prefer hiking consumption taxes over income taxes in tight economy: In light of potential tax increases, a majority of Finns have shown a preference for ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25119-finns-prefer-hiking-consumption-taxes-over-income-taxes-in-tight-economy.html
Finland enhances pathway for non-EU nurses to practice professionally: Finland is rolling out a significant initiative aimed at integrating nurses trained ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25118-finland-enhances-pathway-for-non-eu-nurses-to-practice-professionally.html
HS: Government to close company employing people with limited work capacity: THE GOVERNMENT of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) is considering shutting down ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25117-hs-government-to-close-company-employing-people-with-limited-work-capacity.html
HS: Finnish government to raise value-added tax, tax burden of pensioners: The government will start its two-day framework session today, with the objective of ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25116-hs-finnish-government-to-raise-value-added-tax-tax-burden-of-pensioners.html
Finnish startups face funding dip, but domestic venture capital flourishes amid economic uncertainty
helsinkitimes.fi/business/25114-finnish-startups-face-funding-dip-but-domestic-venture-capital-flourishes-amid-economic-uncertainty.html
New insights into moral psychology behind tax compliance and evasion: A recent doctoral thesis by Jori Grym sheds light on the moral motivations that drive ...
helsinkitimes.fi/176-information/study/25113-new-insights-into-moral-psychology-behind-tax-compliance-and-evasion.html
Finland to set up rehabilitation service for violent minors: Minister of Social Affairs and Health Kaisa Juuso (PS) on Tuesday confirmed to Helsingin Sanomat ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25112-finland-to-set-up-rehabilitation-service-for-violent-minors.html
Opposition roasts government over about-face on pensions: Reports that the government is likely to agree on pension cuts in the upcoming framework session ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25111-opposition-roasts-government-over-about-face-on-pensions.html
European Parliament approves landmark asylum and migration pact: Approved ahead of elections where the pro-EU political centre is expected to face a stern ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25109-european-parliament-approves-landmark-asylum-and-migration-pact.html
Quick Glance: EU Parliament Approves Comprehensive Reforms to Migration Policy
- The EU Parliament has approved significant measures to reform migration policy, aiming to enhance handling irregular migration.
- The reforms aim to distribute the burden on countries that historically hosted the most asylum seekers, particularly in southern EU nations.
- Despite the limited scope of some reforms, the solidarity mechanism is expected to build trust between member states and create some harmony.
- Implementation of the reforms will take time and ultimately depend on member states, potentially leading to political tensions.
Radio broadcasts catapulted Jean Sibelius to global fame, new study reveals: A groundbreaking study has unveiled the pivotal role radio broadcasts played in ...
helsinkitimes.fi/culture/25107-radio-broadcasts-catapulted-jean-sibelius-to-global-fame-new-study-reveals.html
Helsinki's Senate Square to host summer terrace and Michelin star ceremony viewing area
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25108-helsinki-s-senate-square-to-host-summer-terrace-and-michelin-star-ceremony-viewing-area.html
YLE: Finnish start-ups reiterate concern about tougher immigration rules: Finnish labour markets are so small that, at any given moment, there are only a handful ...
helsinkitimes.fi/business/25110-yle-finnish-start-ups-reiterate-concern-about-tougher-immigration-rules.html
Economists urge major overhaul of EU's innovation and research strategy: A report released by leading economists from France, Germany, and Italy has launched a ...
helsinkitimes.fi/world-int/25102-economists-urge-major-overhaul-of-eu-s-innovation-and-research-strategy.html
"Grandmadisco" honored for promoting heart health among seniors: The Finnish Heart Association has awarded the Mummodisko (Grandmadisco) Association a ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25106-grandmadisco-honored-for-promoting-heart-health-among-seniors.html
Study reveals migration deterrence campaigns may increase desire to migrate: New research conducted by the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) highlights the ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25101-study-reveals-migration-deterrence-campaigns-may-increase-desire-to-migrate.html
Finland implements fines for neglecting dog registration: Starting January 2023, dog identification and registration have become obligatory in Finland ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25105-finland-implements-fines-for-neglecting-dog-registration.html
Grammy winner Joyce DiDonato to blend music with environmental advocacy at Turku Music Festival
helsinkitimes.fi/culture/25100-grammy-winner-joyce-didonato-to-blend-music-with-environmental-advocacy-at-turku-music-festival.html
"FIX: Care and Repair" exhibition challenges throwaway culture in Helsinki
helsinkitimes.fi/culture/25104-fix-care-and-repair-exhibition-challenges-throwaway-culture-in-helsinki.html
Light physical activity linked to better metabolic flexibility: A recent study conducted by the National PET Centre and the UKK Institute suggests that even ...
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/health-a-wellbeing/25098-light-physical-activity-linked-to-better-metabolic-flexibility.html
Record phosphate levels detected in the Baltic Sea, marine study reveals: The Baltic Sea is facing unprecedented environmental challenges, with the latest marine ...
helsinkitimes.fi/176-information/study/25103-record-phosphate-levels-detected-in-the-baltic-sea-marine-study-reveals.html
Majority of Finns dissatisfied with government: According to the latest party barometer by research firm Veriani, 61 percent of Finns believe that Prime Minister ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25097-majority-of-finns-dissatisfied-with-government.html
Finland's tourism boom: Foreign visitors spend €3.8 billion: In the past year, from March 2023 to February 2024, Finland welcomed a significant influx of foreign ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25096-finland-s-tourism-boom-foreign-visitors-spend-3-8-billion.html
Posti celebrates Sweden's entry into NATO with commemorative stamp: On May 8, Posti, the Finnish postal service, will release a special postage stamp to ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25091-posti-celebrates-sweden-s-entry-into-nato-with-commemorative-stamp.html
City dust surge: A health hazard even for the healthy: The season of urban dust is upon us, significantly affecting air quality in the capital region ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25095-city-dust-surge-a-health-hazard-even-for-the-healthy.html
Crisis in youth mental health evident in support chat activity following school shooting
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25090-crisis-in-youth-mental-health-evident-in-support-chat-activity-following-school-shooting.html
Surge in anxiety among Finnish youth, study finds: A recent study conducted by the Research Centre for Child Psychiatry at the University of Turku has ...
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/health-a-wellbeing/25094-surge-in-anxiety-among-finnish-youth-study-finds.html
The Sculptor of Ultima Thule: Tapio Wirkkala’s comprehensive exhibition to debut in Japan
helsinkitimes.fi/culture/25093-the-sculptor-of-ultima-thule-tapio-wirkkala-s-comprehensive-exhibition-to-debut-in-japan.html
Helsinki Times: Helsinki Times is an independent weekly newspaper covering news and events in Finland. Available on annual subscription, and on sale at R-kioskis ...
helsinkitimes.fi/176-information/study/25092-choosing-simplicity-over-smartphones-a-study-on-the-high-cost-of-digital-detox.html
Reports: Pensions on agenda as government looks for cost savings in April: MINISTER of Finance Riikka Purra (PS) views that the government has no choice but to ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25099-reports-pensions-on-agenda-as-government-looks-for-cost-savings-in-april.html
Police commend teachers’ response to Vantaa school shooting: Police on Monday also corrected some previously reported details pertaining to the case ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25085-police-commend-teachers-response-to-vantaa-school-shooting.html
Calls for caution in Finland's alcohol tax decisions amid rising import losses: As Finns resume international travel post-pandemic, alcohol imports have surged ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25089-calls-for-caution-in-finland-s-alcohol-tax-decisions-amid-rising-import-losses.html
Finavia announces over 140 international flights for summer 2024: This summer, Finavia is set to connect Finland more extensively to the global stage with over ...
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/travel/25084-finavia-announces-over-140-international-flights-for-summer-2024.html
Helsinki to expand green spaces with five new nature reserves in 2024: In a significant boost to urban conservation efforts, Helsinki is set to enrich its green ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25074-helsinki-to-expand-green-spaces-with-five-new-nature-reserves-in-2024.html
Young snow leopards grace Helsinki's Korkeasaari Zoo with their presence: Korkeasaari Zoo in Helsinki has welcomed back snow leopards with the arrival of two ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25082-young-snow-leopards-grace-helsinki-s-korkeasaari-zoo-with-their-presence.html
Artificial intelligence revolutionizes fracture detection and diagnosis in x-rays
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/science-and-technology/25083-artificial-intelligence-revolutionizes-fracture-detection-and-diagnosis-in-x-rays.html
Rising tide of bankruptcies in Finland signals challenges ahead, says Atradius: Atradius, a global credit insurance company, indicates a troubling rise in ...
helsinkitimes.fi/business/25088-rising-tide-of-bankruptcies-in-finland-signals-challenges-ahead-says-atradius.html
Alarming rise in youth medication poisonings reflects increasing distress among girls
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25087-alarming-rise-in-youth-medication-poisonings-reflects-increasing-distress-among-girls.html
Survey reveals divided Finnish opinion on strikes, majority favor limiting political strike duration
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25086-survey-reveals-divided-finnish-opinion-on-strikes-majority-favor-limiting-political-strike-duration.html
YLE: Social Democrats overtakes National Coalition for first time since November: Support for the Social Democrats, the largest opposition party in the Finnish ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25077-yle-social-democrats-overtakes-national-coalition-for-first-time-since-november.html
Boosting physical activity during retirement enhances weight management and improves cholesterol levels
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/health-a-wellbeing/25081-boosting-physical-activity-during-retirement-enhances-weight-management-and-improves-cholesterol-levels.html
Gene editing cures hereditary liver disease in Finland: Researchers from the University of Helsinki and HUS Helsinki University Hospital have achieved a ...
helsinkitimes.fi/themes/themes/science-and-technology/25080-gene-editing-cures-hereditary-liver-disease-in-finland.html
Finland enhances workplace protections for pregnant employees with new legislation
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25079-finland-enhances-workplace-protections-for-pregnant-employees-with-new-legislation.html
Study reveals candy tax ineffective at reducing sweet consumption in Finland: A new research report from the VATT Institute for Economic Research has highlighted ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25078-study-reveals-candy-tax-ineffective-at-reducing-sweet-consumption-in-finland.html
SSAB chooses Sweden over Finland as location for €4.5bn fossil-free mill: Announced on 2 April, the decision has kindled discussion in Finland ...
helsinkitimes.fi/business/25076-ssab-chooses-sweden-over-finland-as-location-for-4-5bn-fossil-free-mill.html
Finnish trade unions suspend strikes to “give government space”: Some 7,000 Finnish employees will return to work today, following a four-week political strike ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25075-finnish-trade-unions-suspend-strikes-to-give-government-space.html
Finnish government to shutter research division on business subsidies: Heli Koski from Etla Economic Research, who has served as the chairperson of the research ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/25051-finnish-government-to-shutter-research-division-on-business-subsidies.html
Finnish households’ new mortgage drawdowns hit over 20-year low for month of February
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25054-finnish-households-new-mortgage-drawdowns-hit-over-20-year-low-for-month-of-february.html
Tampere to build World's tallest cable car over city center: Tampere, Finland, is set to break records with the construction of the world's tallest cable car ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25045-tampere-to-build-world-s-tallest-cable-car-over-city-center.html
House prices continued to fall in Finland in February: Vantaa, Helsinki and Oulu registered the sharpest year-on-year drops in house prices ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25039-house-prices-continued-to-fall-in-finland-in-february.html
New study uncovers challenges in protecting privacy from Apple's built-in apps: A study by Aalto University has put Apple's privacy claims under scrutiny ...
helsinkitimes.fi/176-information/study/25061-new-study-uncovers-challenges-in-protecting-privacy-from-apple-s-built-in-apps.html
Police identify bullying as motive for school shooting in Vantaa: Eastern Uusimaa Police Department on Wednesday also revealed that, after the deadly shooting ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25064-police-identify-bullying-as-motive-for-school-shooting-in-vantaa.html
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