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Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:50:53 +0000Lapland Shivers: Tulppio Hits -41.4C as Finland Faces Deep Freeze
Today in Tulppio, Savukoski, Lapland, temperatures fell to -41.4C and may decrease even further as the day progresses. This is the first time this winter that temperatures have dropped below -40C.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:23:42 +0000Posti to Cut Up to 172 Jobs Amid Industry Shift
Posti is cutting jobs in response to changes in the industry.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:43:43 +0000Travel Disruptions and Accident Risks Sweep Southern and Central Finland
The Finnish Meteorological Institute has issued a warning about hazardous driving conditions on Wednesday, particularly in southern and central Finland, as snowfall and blowing snow are expected to disrupt traffic and increase the risk of accidents.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:24:11 +0000Dozens of Helsinki Buses Canceled as Freezing Weather Disrupts Commutes
Poor driving conditions and snowfall have led to local bus service cancellations in Helsinki, with dozens of buses canceled Wednesday morning. Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:04:30 +0000President Stubb Sets Sights on 2026: An Ambitious Blueprint for Peace, Prosperity and Compassion in Finland
President Alexander Stubb set forth ambitious objectives for Finland in 2026. During his traditional New Year's address, he shared perspectives on how to improve the coming year not just for ourselves, but also for others.
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Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:55:39 +0200Trump moves to pull US from Helsinki-based hybrid centre
The decision is part of a broader push to uncouple the United States from more than 60 international organisations.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:16:10 +0200Fingrid: Finland's electricity consumption hits all-time high
Demand is high as temperatures drop across the country on Thursday, with parts of Finnish Lapland seeing the mercury plunge below -40 degrees Celsius.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:45:41 +0200Maternity benefit rises as Finland updates baby box for newborns
The value of the baby box is rising to 210 euros.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:55:08 +0200Yle poll: Finns Party support rises, despite eye-stretching racism row
Last month, several members of the Finns Party posted photos on social media that were widely viewed as racist and damaging to Finland's image abroad.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:18:03 +0200Thursday's papers: The Estonian example, a taxi turf war, and hope springs eternal
Helsingin Sanomat writes about a Finnish couple who had been struggling in Helsinki but fulfilled their dreams of running a successful business and starting a family after moving to Estonia.