Finland Today
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:24:45 +0000HSL App Ticket Purchase Issues Disrupt Thursday Morning Commute
On Thursday morning, users of the Helsinki Region Transport (HSL) mobile app faced problems buying tickets due to a technical fault.
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:57:06 +0000Finland Introduces Social Assistance Shake-Up: Stricter Rules, Lower Benefits and Direct Rent Payments Coming in 2026
The revised Act on Social Assistance, effective February 2026, introduces stricter eligibility criteria and reduced benefits for recipients in Finland.
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:39:05 +0000Finnish PM Orpo Meets President Xi in Beijing: Cordial Talks Focus on Cooperation, Trade Imbalance and New Agreements
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo visited Beijing and met with President Xi Jinping. Both leaders expressed intentions to strengthen cooperation.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:04:52 +0000H5N1 Bird Flu Detected in Helsinki Wild Birds
Several wild birds in Helsinki have tested positive for H5N1 bird flu, leading city authorities to urge caution among residents and poultry owners.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:27:00 +0000Man Found and Arrested for Attempted Homicide After Kaivopiha Incident in Helsinki
Helsinki police arrested a man on suspicion of attempted homicide after a violent altercation in the Kaivopiha passageway on Saturday evening.
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:04:04 +0000Finnish PM Orpo Heads to Beijing: Boosting Business Ties and Green Cooperation with China
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is traveling to Beijing from January 25 to 28 to hold meetings with senior Chinese officials and promote Finland’s business interests.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:43:09 +0000Finland’s Leaders Honored by Ukraine for Outstanding Support and Strengthened Ties
The Ukrainian government has recognized Finnish leaders Prime Minister Orpo and former Prime Minister Sanna Marin with prestigious national awards in appreciation of their significant contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and supporting ...
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:11:43 +0000Finland’s Immigration Dips but Diversity Soars; Record Number of Citizenships Granted Last Year
Statistics Finland reports that immigration to Finland decreased for the second consecutive year.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:29:41 +0000Siberian Freeze Grips Finland: Temperatures Plunge as Arctic Air Sweeps In
Finland is experiencing a significant drop in temperatures as cold air from Siberia moves in.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:10:42 +0000Starbucks Bids Farewell to the Cafe at the Academic Bookstore in Helsinki; VIEW GALLERY OF OPENING DAY
Starbucks, a leading global coffeehouse chain with thousands of locations worldwide, is planning to close its cafe at a prominent site in central Helsinki.