Finland Yle Uutiset
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:45:54 +0200Speed camera, system problems cost state up to €15m in revenue
The number of speeding tickets issued by police in 2020 was down 41 percent compared to the previous year.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:02:57 +0200Quarter of recent Pirkanmaa infections traced to bars, eateries
Pirkanmaa Hospital district reported 38 new coronavirus cases on Friday, the biggest single-day count since 10 December.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:14:09 +0200Friday's papers: Finland freezes, sports awards, death of famous author
Snow and sports dominate the headlines, but papers also remember a much-loved writer of children's books.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 21:11:40 +0200Electricity consumption approaches record as cold snap hits southern Finland
With wind power production down from this week’s peak, Finland relies on energy imports as the mercury plunges.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 18:52:41 +0200Construction federation seeks Covid testing of foreign workers
The industry lobby group RT recommends that workers arriving from abroad be tested before beginning work.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:26:39 +0200Rovaniemi to host Finland's first winter World Rally Championship
The rally was scheduled for late February in Sweden but was relocated due to the coronavirus situation.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:51:25 +0200APN Podcast: Vaccinating Finland
Finland's vaccine rollout has been slower than hoped, but things might pick up soon.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:28:04 +0200Two invasive fish species found in southwest Finland
The Natural Resources Institute believes the potentially harmful fish were brought into the country illegally.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 14:19:04 +0200Study: Nurses, cleaners, painters most at risk of Covid infection
Workers in certain low-income jobs are more vulnerable to coronavirus exposure, research suggests.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:29:47 +0200Cold snap brings coldest day of the year so far to many parts of Finland
A warning of dangerously cold temperatures is in effect for nearly the whole of the country.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 11:40:12 +0200Police warn motorists of danger posed by "igloo cars"
Road safety requires that drivers ensure their windows are well cleared of ice and snow.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 10:04:51 +0200Coronavirus measures leads to bumper sales year for Alko
The alcohol retailer sold 92.7 million litres of beverages last year, an increase of 13 percent from 2019.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 09:13:07 +0200Thursday's papers: Tighter border controls likely, claims of political bias, deadly cold
Morning papers report that the government is looking at the legal means to impose tighter controls on Finland's borders.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 19:48:00 +0200Finns Party splinter group dons colours of 1940s fascists
The group is aiming to collect enough supporter cards to officially register as a political party.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 17:43:52 +0200Sick leave down in Finland despite pandemic
Issues related to mental health were the main reason for absence from work during 2020.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:28:28 +0200FA chair: Finland's first euros could be played behind closed doors
This summer's European Championships will be played one way or another, Finland's FA chair says.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:03:51 +0200Children's role in transmission of UK variant needs investigation, expert says
An epidemiologist warns if the variant is increasingly virulent among kids, it could result in widespread school closures.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:48:58 +0200Heavy snow takes down 2 capital area sports halls
Inflatable sports domes are a common sight in Finland, but the facilities sometimes have trouble dealing with snowfall.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:18:10 +0200Finland targeting bigger share of new BioNTech vaccine order
The EU has doubled it's order of the vaccine as supply issues hit the vaccine rollout.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 09:08:36 +0200Wednesday's papers: Snowstorm and Covid crunch
The press on Wednesday was still adjusting to the sight of snow in the capital.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 20:01:00 +0200Finland plans Covid testing aboard passenger ships from Tallinn
The initiative is aimed at curbing the potential spread of coronavirus viral variants.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:37:04 +0200PM Marin's state secretary Koskinen resigns
The former staffer said he was leaving his position for family reasons.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 17:12:57 +0200"Disillusioned" bassist Hietala leaving metal band Nightwish
The bassist and vocalist cited his own depression as well as disappointment in the music industry's corporate demands.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 16:06:44 +0200Blizzard causes traffic chaos, power outages
Heavy snowfall, especially in southern and southwestern areas, is expected to continue into Wednesday.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:45:33 +0200Paper: Passerby suspected of assaulting former PM Sipilä
A criminal report has been filed with police over the incident.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:21:32 +0200Finnish slot machines now require player ID
The new practice has been introduced to help prevent problem gambling and gambling by minors.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 12:47:50 +0200Sale of Finnish microsatellite to Brazil raises criticism
A Brazilian researcher said the tech would be used for greenwashing and a Finnish expert called the deal 'unethical.'
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 11:06:46 +0200Coronavirus vaccine for fur farm animals under development
The vaccine now being tested in Finland is aimed at protecting minks and raccoon dogs.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 09:21:25 +0200Tuesday's papers: Blizzard strikes, corona variant concerns, enter the flying squirrels
Emergency services urge the public to stay home as heavy snows and high winds hit southern and central Finland.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 19:37:53 +0200Covid claims lives of 3 from Kouvola elderly care unit
A total of 33 coronavirus cases were diagnosed at the unit, and the district's health officer says more may be coming.