Tag: Holi
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Wham! dominates the Finnish airwaves and “Last Christmas” is a holiday hit
“Last Christmas” leads the pack Wham!'s “Last Christmas” topped the Christmas music chart with 735 plays and reflects its long-term popularity in Finland. The song was heard 52 times on different commercial radio channels on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day alone. Mariah Carey and Chris Rea in a close rehearsal Mariah Carey's “All I Want…
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Swedish court establishes life sentence in Iran execution case
STOCKHOLM – A Swedish appeals court on Tuesday upheld the conviction and life sentence of a former Iranian official convicted last year of his role in a 1988 mass execution of political prisoners in Iran. In 2022, the Stockholm District Court's verdict found Hamid Noury guilty of murder and serious violations of international law, drawing…
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STT: The Finnish Ministry of the Interior is preparing a bill on detaining asylum seekers at the border
The applicant could only be admitted to the procedure if it is believed that he has given misleading information to the authorities or posed a threat to national security and public order, for example due to a previous conviction for a serious crime. STT said on Monday that the goal is to ensure that people…
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Finland will raise the child allowance in 2024: Support for larger families and single parents will be strengthened
The benefit of the fourth child in the family is increased by 10 euros, or 173.24 euros per month. Later, for the fifth child and each subsequent child, the benefit is increased by 10 euros and is 192.69 euros per month. These benefits apply to children under the age of 17. At the same time,…
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Finnish Christmas traditions: Millions of festive flowers are sold nationwide
Poinsettias, amaryllis and hyacinths are perennial favourites, but there are also other varieties for those looking for something different. The peak season for Christmas flower sales is now, when many consumers prefer to buy their flowers close to Christmas, even though they are available much earlier. Rantala recommends purchasing early, especially for hyacinths and amaryllis,…
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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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Thursday's papers: strikes, border reopened, holiday mail
The political strikes organized in Finland on Thursday will not only shut down most local traffic, but will also affect many other public and private services.
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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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Iran sentences Swedish EU employee for “Spying for Israel”
Dubai – Iran said on Sunday it had opened the trial of a Swedish citizen employed by the European Union on charges of spying for Israel and “corruption on earth”, a crime that carries the death penalty. Sweden said on Saturday that the trial had begun against Johan Floderus, who was detained in April 2022…
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Helsinki's iconic Havis Amanda statue gets a protective cover during the festivities
Made of strong, weather-resistant sheet and steel frame, the cover is designed for quick assembly and can be installed in one shift. A photograph of the sculpture is printed on this heptagonal structure, ensuring that its presence is still felt in the most lively public gatherings. Jussi LuomanenHelsinki's urban space and landscape planning manager says…
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Finnish consumers are looking for post-Christmas gifts
Typically, the peak of Christmas shopping is 1-2 months before the holiday or at the beginning of December. The price guide predicts this year's busiest shopping days on the weekend of December 9-10. Last year, prices started to drop on December 22nd, and the most significant discounts took place on December 25th and 30th. Due…
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Helsinki's Tuomaa Markkinat attracts almost 135,000 visitors during the first week
One of the highlights of the market is the culinary offering, where fortified mulled wine (mulled wine) and Christmas porridge have become popular choices among customers. In addition, the British Army Band Sandhurst is set to perform traditional Christmas carols on December 10, adding to the market's already lively atmosphere. On Independence Day, the market…
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Grandpa's faithful maid
Grandfather will soon turn 90. He fiddles with his stamps and spends the afternoons at the exclusive men's club Sällskapet. And then he plans for what will happen to his housekeeper Britta when he dies. She cooks, bakes and polishes the crystal chandeliers in the six-room apartment where they live together. But who is she…
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The lion attack in Steninge
What many have feared has finally occurred. “Steninge-Tarzan” and the animal psychologist Gösta Backer have taken their threats seriously and opened the lion's cage. Wild lion in the summer idyll Everything takes place in the summer of 1970 in the holiday resort Steninge north of Halmstad. There, a long-standing struggle between the authorities and Gösta…
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Nutritionist advises indulgence every day: Christmas overeating can indicate an unhealthy relationship with food
“Usually, an unhealthy relationship with food is a sign when people eat a box of chocolates at Christmas time and then experience such anxiety that they feel the need to start a diet,” says Mari Aalto, who has worked with eating disorders at Terveystalo for over fifteen years. . Constant weight cycling is unhealthy for…
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Helsinki’s Tuomaan Market opens on Friday with festive attractions
Emphasizing sustainability and an alternative to mass-produced gift and decorative products, Tuomaan Market presents a considerable number of artisans and small producers from all over Finland. The market is not only a place for shopping, but also a center for festive activities and culinary delights. The central areas of the market, the Licensed Restaurant Yard…
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Its shopping center celebrates Christmas with the local community
The ice rink offers people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy skating either independently or through the skating school organized by the Myllypuro figure skating club. Minna Kaansalothe club’s coordinator, emphasizes the inclusivity and joy of the sport and states that the magic of Christmas can be seen both in the skating school and…
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You should work more, we’re told
You’re probably familiar with the never-ending emails in your inbox or the constant pressure of meeting work-related deadlines. And maybe you also know the horrible feeling that occurs when you pick up your children from daycare right before closing time and after a long day at work. If so, you share the same feelings as…
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Posti handles a record 1.4 million packages during the Black Friday week, preparing for the Christmas rush
“Electronic commerce has established itself as a key sales channel. At the peak of last week, we handled almost 7 million packages. We expect a similar number this year,” said Kulp. In order to respond to the increase in deliveries, Posti has taken several strategic steps. The company has opened 37 temporary pick-up points and…
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Finland sees a new Catholic bishop after years of hiatus
On Saturday, Raimo Goyarrola became the new Roman Catholic bishop of the Catholic Church of Finland.
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Beloved Christmas calendar: Troll times | Part 2
Finally, in 1979, she gets a hold of TV2. But who will write the story? These are the stories of how some of our most beloved Christmas calendars came to be. And about those who toiled and dreamed to create that magic – in holiday empty TV houses and in a fight against the clock.…
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Finland’s employment situation is deteriorating, and there is no immediate improvement in sight
The decrease is partly due to last year’s high comparative level. The employment rate trend for 20-64 year olds was 78.0 percent, while the most commonly used trend for 15-64 year olds was 73.6 percent. The peak of the employment rate was in October-November last year and was 74.2 percent. Appelqvist comments: “The employment situation…
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Tuesday’s papers: Raja latest, semester holidays and rest from rally driving
The border between Russia and Finland is partially closed, and some are calling for a complete closure on the eastern border.
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November 11 – National Independence Day
Today we celebrate the most important Polish national holiday – Independence Day. On November 11, 1918, after 123 years of captivity, Poland regained independence. After years of partitions (1772–1795) carried out by Austria, Prussia and Russia, national uprisings (November in 1830 and January in 1863), and struggles on various fronts, Poles, thanks to their steadfastness,…
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Finland’s alcohol trends are changing: Regular drinking is down, drunken habits are lingering
Since 1968, the survey, which has been conducted approximately every eight years, offers a long-term view of Finns’ relationship with alcohol. “The decline in alcohol consumption is a positive sign for public health and well-being. However, it is important to continue to support this trend with alcohol policies that limit availability and consumption, such as…
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Winter tire season hits Finland: Drivers rush to the November deadline
the responsibility that belongs directly to the drivers emphasized Jarmo Nuora, chairman of the Finnish Tire Association. He reminded that although the law is indicative, the prevailing weather conditions dictate the urgency of the actual tire change. “The onset of winter can be sudden and catches drivers on a slippery morning. Without winter tires, it…
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The reality of China’s economy
In October, people in China celebrated their “Super Golden Week”, which was a combination of the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day holidays. Statistics show that China’s domestic tourism experienced a “full bloom” during the week. 826 million domestic trips were made, an increase of 71.3 percent from last year and 4.1 percent from 2019.…
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Posti offers more than 1,300 Christmas jobs nationwide
The work of our Christmas makers is very important to us.” Seasonal jobs, which include logistics, delivery, sorting, customer support and running temporary pick-up points, are especially attractive to students looking for flexible working hours. Posti offers work shifts suitable for different schedules, including morning, daytime, evening and weekend shifts during November and December. This…
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Rome grants honorary citizenship to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange
Assange, who is currently 52 years old, remains incarcerated in London’s maximum-security Belmarsh prison. As of 2019, he has resisted extradition to the United States. There, he faces a possible life sentence because WikiLeaks published in 2010 the US military’s secret intelligence related to the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Melito emphasized that with this…
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US Army Charges Private With Desertion For Dash To North Korea
The US Army has charged Private Travis King with crimes ranging from desertion for defecting to North Korea in July to abusing fellow soldiers and soliciting child pornography, according to documents obtained by Reuters. The Army’s case against King, which has not been previously reported, includes eight distinct charges under the Uniform Code of Military…