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Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:33:02 +0000
Some Finnish Cities Implement Face-Covering Restrictions in Schools for Safety and Recognition
A few Finnish cities have implemented or considered policies restricting face-covering accessories in schools.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:43:11 +0000
Finns Party MP Ari Koponen Proposes Abolishing National and Guaranteed Pensions for Immigrants
Ari Koponen, a Finns Party MP, has proposed abolishing national and guaranteed pensions for immigrants to improve the sustainability of Finland’s pension system and discourage immigration motivated by social security benefits. Ari Koponen, a me...

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:29:43 +0000
President Alexander Stubb to Visit London for Talks on Global Order, European Cooperation and Finnish Innovations
Next week, President Alexander Stubb will travel to London accompanied by his spouse, Suzanne Innes-Stubb.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:18:11 +0000
Spring Matriculation Exams Begin with Record Number of Candidates and Increased Retakes
The spring matriculation exams have commenced today, Tuesday, starting with a reading comprehension test in the native language and literature. This year, 50,400 candidates have registered for the examination.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:43:36 +0000
Helsinki Regional Transport Authority HSL Announces Potential Layoffs
The potential layoffs affect dozens of people, and the goal is to 'enhance internal efficiency.'

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Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:52:48 +0200
Finland ditches snail mail for official communications
Parliament has approved legislation making electronic messages the primary channel for official communication.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:58:12 +0200
Wednesday's papers: Refugee espionage, Finnish lesson cuts, and Stubb in London
Authoritarian states are spying on their citizens in Finland, reports Hufvudstadsbladet.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:31:00 +0200
Finnish government not planning to abolish inheritance tax, PM says
However, abolishing the inheritance tax is a long-term goal of the National Coalition Party, which Prime Minister Petteri Orpo currently leads.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:54:32 +0200
Drone strike in Baghdad hits hotel hosting Finnish embassy
The hotel is in Baghdad's Green Zone, which also hosts a number of Iraqi government buildings and other embassies.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:42:29 +0200
Purchasing power of mid-income earners remains weak
Many middle-income earners are living hand to mouth, according to the white-collar confederation STTK.

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