Tag: Fire
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Court in The Hague: Israel must do everything to prevent genocide
On Friday, the International Court of Justice in The Hague will rule on the allegations of genocide in Gaza – a process initiated by South Africa. The court may demand a cease-fire, which the terrorist organization Hamas has stated it will comply with if Israel does so. Hamas has also announced that it intends to…
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Birth on Miklabraut
This morning, a baby was born in an ambulance on the way to the maternity ward of Landspítali Hospital. The unexpected but successful birth took place on Miklabraut Street in Reykjavík. According to the officer on duty at the capital's fire brigade, a healthy baby boy was born around six o'clock. Congratulations to the parents!
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Employment in Denmark continues to rise – economists predict a peak
Production is falling, but employment is still rising. It's an unsustainable trend: “Employers are hoarding labour,” says one economist. Plus, the foreign minister is in Brussels for marathon Middle East talks, Denmark is getting its own version of 'The Crown' about Queen Margrethe, and steakhouse Jensen's Bøfhus is caught in the crossfire of an environmental…
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Trump should be a little nervous
Former US President Donald Trump won 51 percent of the vote in the Republican primary in Iowa. He thus beat Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley and the rest by a massive margin. Now Trump faces a bigger challenge when he takes on New Hampshire. The voters there are not as fond of him as they are…
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Protests in Russia after Putin's heat flop
There are reports from various parts of Russia where people are warming themselves outside by open fires. The heating of the houses and the hot water disappeared in the middle of the severe winter cold. Protest videos from the residents are shared, appealing to President Putin to help them. At the same time as mobile…
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The Scottish Prime Minister demands an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, criticizes the attitude of the British government
Ten weeks into the conflict following Israel's occupation of Gaza, the situation remains dire, with up to 1.9 million internally displaced people in Gaza, according to the UN. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East has highlighted the imminent risk of starvation for 40 percent of Gaza's population…
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A big fire destroys the big Alavus bakery
Firefighters faced serious challenges in temperatures that dropped to -35 degrees.
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A woman died, a child disappeared in an avalanche in Finnish Lapland
According to the local fire chief on duty, the search was temporarily suspended due to strong wind, temperatures of almost -30 degrees and the risk of additional avalanches.
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Listen to Ekot quarter to six
The plane fire in Japan, the cold that paralyzes parts of Sweden and how the district courts have managed to shorten their processing times. These are some of the headlines in Ekot quarter to six. Listen directly to get the latest news.
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Listen to Ekot quarter to five
The plane fire in Japan, the cold that paralyzes parts of Sweden and darts player Luke Littler, 16, who is taking the world by storm in the World Cup. These are some of the headlines in Echo quarter five. Listen directly to get the latest news.
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Swedish Anton: “Just saw fire and smoke – just ran”
Swedish Anton and his family were on board the passenger plane from Japan Airlines that caught fire after a collision with a smaller plane. Hear him tell how they were forced to flee.
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In Japan, a passenger plane caught fire at Haneda Airport in Tokyo. The approximately 300 passengers who were on board the plane must have been evacuated. The number of reported crimes involving explosions in Sweden almost doubled last year, compared to 2022. In Ukraine, Kiev and Kharkiv were subjected to extensive missile attacks on Tuesday…
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Post-New Year's Eve cleaning
The city of Reykjavik encourages city residents to clean up the remains of the shooting. After New Year's Eve, there are many places full of rubbish from burnt out fireworks. Although fireworks are mainly made of cardboard, they contain a lot of chemicals, which makes the remaining paper unrecyclable. Therefore, fireworks waste should be placed…
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HUS reports on eye injuries related to fireworks in the capital region
According to health authorities, at least four people suffered eye injuries in the capital region due to New Year's Eve fireworks.
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New Year's bonfires in the capital region
On New Year's Eve, New Year's Eve bonfires will be lit in fourteen places in the capital region. The weather is expected to be favorable, so there should be a lot of people around the bonfires. And elves. Reykjavík: Ægisíða – a small bonfire will be lit at 20:30. In Skerjafjörður opposite Skildinganes 48-52 –…
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Most Finnish cities do not organize official fireworks displays
The local news group Uutissuomalainen asked 20 Finnish cities, of which only seven announced that they organize official firework displays.
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Q&A with Palestinian ambassador in Finland: Navigating Finland’s stance on Gaza attacks
In the West Bank, at least 313 have died. Israel’s death toll stands at approximately 1,139. Infrastructure damage in Gaza includes over 313,000 residential units, 352 educational facilities, 26 hospitals, 102 ambulances, and 203 places of worship. The conflict has also claimed the lives of 73 journalists and for some their entire families, resulting in…
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Win a pallet of fireworks worth CZK 243,000
On Thursday, we announced a promotion for fireworks in our store, which will be open every day from 10:00 to 22:00. You can check our promotional prices in the online price list – HERE. Rúnar Ólafsson, owner of the Stóri Flugeldamarkaðurinn store, says Icelanders' love for fireworks has not diminished in recent years. Last year,…
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Private use of fireworks prohibited in 17 Helsinki areas on New Year's Eve
In the press release, the department described the ban as a way to protect people and property from damage caused by the celebrations at the end of the year and to reduce other harm caused by fireworks, such as noise, smoke and garbage. Elsewhere in the capital, private individuals are allowed to set off fireworks…
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Private use of fireworks prohibited in 17 Helsinki areas on New Year's Eve
In the press release, the department described the ban as a way to protect people and property from damage caused by the celebrations at the end of the year and to reduce other harm caused by fireworks, such as noise, smoke and garbage. Elsewhere in the capital, private individuals are allowed to set off fireworks…
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Private use of fireworks prohibited in 17 Helsinki areas on New Year's Eve
In the press release, the department described the ban as a way to protect people and property from damage caused by the celebrations at the end of the year and to reduce other harm caused by fireworks, such as noise, smoke and garbage. Elsewhere in the capital, private individuals are allowed to set off fireworks…
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Win a pallet of fireworks worth CZK 243,500
On Thursday, we announced a promotion for fireworks in our store, which will be open every day from 10:00 to 22:00. You can check our promotional prices in the online price list – HERE. Rúnar Ólafsson, owner of the Stóri Flugeldamarkaðurinn store, says Icelanders' love for fireworks has not diminished in recent years. Last year,…
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The popularity of the value areas of Helsinki and Espoo is increasing with the decrease in housing prices
However, some areas of Helsinki, such as Vuosaare and Laajasalo, have seen their appeal wane. On the other hand, Espoo's Souka district has become desirable due to the expansion of Länsimetro (Länsimetro). Another large Finnish city, Oulu, has experienced its own transformation. Outer areas, such as Oulunsalo, have emerged as new hotspots that deviate from…
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Tukes warns of dangerous candle arrangements and urges them to stop immediately
Tukes' research was triggered by the news about the sale of Dutch-style Christmas candle arrangements in the shopping center Itis Boulevard, where the candles are in direct contact with decorative materials. When testing the flammability of the materials used in these arrangements, it was found that some decorative components catch fire easily, causing the fire…
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Putin aide reveals huge increase in number of Russian mosques
The past three decades have seen a record increase in the number of Muslim places of worship, a top official has said Russia has seen a record increase in the number of mosques in recent decades, a deputy head of the presidential administration said on Tuesday. Magomedsalam Magomedov spoke at the XIX International Muslim Forum…
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The UN General Assembly votes yes to the Gaza ceasefire – Denmark for
Applause followed the result of the UN vote on Tuesday evening. Plus, a broad political agreement is now in place to build renewable energy agriculture on land in Denmark, and the plastic Christmas tree has entered the chat. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here:…
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The former UN ambassador on the Gaza ceasefire vote
On Tuesday evening, the UN General Assembly voted through a non-binding resolution on an immediate ceasefire in the war between Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas. Sweden was among the 153 countries that voted in favor, while 10 voted against, including Israel and the United States, and 23 countries chose to abstain. Hear former UN…
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Finland's ACP agrees to join sympathy measures against Tesla
Port workers and stevedores represented by the union therefore do not load or unload Tesla vehicles or parts on the way to Sweden. “IF Metall and its Swedish employees have the full support of ACP” Ismo KokkoThe chairman of the ACP stated on Thursday. bonfire told According to Helsingin Sanomat, the blockade is primarily a…
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Finnish presidential candidate Pekka Haavisto demands support for the UN ceasefire in Gaza
Guterres has informed the UN Security Council about the difficult situation in Gaza, citing that it is a threat to international peace and security. In his letter, Guterres emphasized the urgent need for a humanitarian ceasefire. He described the dire situation in Gaza, including more than 1,200 dead as a result of brutal Hamas attacks,…
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Trump's big victory, waste crime, the starry sky is changing
One hour: Trump won big at this week's Iowa caucuses. Report on the start of the election campaign in the USA. This is how EU countries are preparing for a possible comeback for Donald Trump in the White House The national arena changes its name from Friends to Strawberry. About the meaning of names in…
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New Year at the dog hotel
The hotel at Arlanda Airport is a perfect zone for dogs afraid of bullets. Fireworks may not be set off there. Every year at New Year, hundreds of dogs check into the hotel for peace and quiet. A time for reflection Within the hotel's walls we meet dogs and people and their life stories. Susanne…