Tag: Italy
Record import of waste to Finland in 2023
Last year, the amount of waste imported into Finland was almost twice as much as exported, which shows the country's growing role as a destination for international waste treatment and energy utilization. A significant change compared to previous years was the strong increase in the import of waste-based fuels, which quadrupled to approximately 180,000 tons.…
HS: The Finnish government is ready to torpedo the liability directive despite the criticism
The Green Alliance, the Left Alliance and the Social Democrats presented a different opinion on the committee's report. The governing parties are of the opinion that the extension of the right to class action to environmental organizations and trade unions is a sufficient reason for not voting in the decisive meeting of the EU Council…
The football stars who are robbed in their homes
Cast:Albin Ekdal, soccer player. 70 international matches. Professional in Italy and Germany for 15 years.Johan Elmander, former soccer player. 85 international matches. Professionals in five countries. Now Radiosport's expert.Jonas Olsson former footballer, 25 international matches. Played nine years in English West Bromwich. Nowadays expert Viaplay.Frida Fagerlund, Aftonbladet's correspondent in London.Stellan Kjellberg, personal protection specialist and…
Hanken University of Economics' new bachelor's program is attracting worldwide interest
received a total of 3,914 applications for its English-language bachelor's and master's programs. Principal Ingmar Björkman expressed satisfaction with the global appeal of Hanken's programs. “Our goal is to raise responsible business graduates who contribute to a sustainable future. The overwhelming feedback, especially on our new Bachelor in Business program, emphasizes our commitment to integrating…
Passenger traffic at Finavia airports increased by 19% in 2023, but has not yet reached pre-pandemic levels
It handled 15.3 million passengers, which corresponds to an increase of 19 percent. Especially the winter season in Lapland contributed to this rise and set new tourist records. Petri Vuori, Finavia's director responsible for route development, emphasized joint work to improve Finland's connections. “Our focus has been on strengthening air connections in cooperation with airlines…
Human trafficking, migration to Europe on the agenda for Italy, Great Britain, Albania
ROME, Italy: At a meeting in Rome over the weekend, the leaders of Italy, the United Kingdom (UK) and Albania pledged to strengthen their cooperation to combat human trafficking and agreed to tackle illegal migration to Europe. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Albanian leader Edi Rama discussed efforts to…
European travelers welcome China's new visa policy
Provided by Xinhua China's new visa-free policy for six countries, including five in Europe, and reduced visa fees have received positive feedback from European travelers. BRUSSELS, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) — European travelers have hailed China's latest visa-free policy for six countries — with five in Europe — and a reduction in visa fees for many…
Missile hits Norwegian tanker in the Red Sea
Houthi rebels have carried out a series of attacks on ships in the Red Sea, which they claim are bound for Israel A missile fired by Iran's Houthi rebels struck a Norwegian-flagged tanker in the Red Sea on Monday, a representative of the Islamist rebel group has confirmed. The attack on the oil and chemical…
Therefore, Berlusconi's “bunga bunga women” lose their monthly allowance
Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's “bunga bunga parties” have been described as both elegant dinners and pure sex parties. Now the controversial story is being rolled up again when the women who attended the parties ended up in a feud with Berlusconi's heirs. In a letter, the family's lawyers write that the “bunga bunga…
Södertälje's garbage is the mafia's goldmine
Illegal garbage dumping has become a growing problem in Södertälje. Building materials, refrigerators, waste and other debris are thrown into nature instead of at the recycling station. Italy is a country that has had similar problems since the mid-90s with large protests and poisoned areas as a result. Hear the reporters Liza YouhananP4 Södertälje, and…
Finland's presidential election, the decrease in traffic deaths and outdoor schools: Finland in the world press
This article on the growing importance of the Finnish presidential election due to Russia's actions in Ukraine and the “hybrid war” on the eastern border has been discussed Euronews 21 November. The article tells about the ongoing presidential elections in November, which are often called the “dead month” in Finnish. Jutta Urpilainen, Finland's EU commissioner…
Finland, Sweden promise cooperation on security, immigration, NATO roles
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (L), and Finland’s Prime Minister Petteri Orpo during a joint press conference in Helsinki, Finland, November 27, 2023. /CFP Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and his Swedish counterpart, Ulf Kristersson, held discussions in Helsinki, Finland on Monday, focusing on bilateral relations, security issues and other current international and EU issues.…
Sports extra with a fateful match in the Olympic qualifier in football
At 18.25–21.40 in P4 FootballNations League, Ladies18.30 Sweden–Italy (Linn Nenzén, Johan Elmander and Malin Rimfors) Ice hockeySHL, gentlemen19.00 Leksand–Timrå (Magnus Wahlman) Hosts: Susanna Andrén and Christian Olsson
Häkkänen: In the situation in Gaza, there is no reason to cancel the arms trade between Finland and Israel
Häkkänen said that the Defense Ministries of Finland and Israel have signed a separate agreement on the commitment of both authorities to the trade, which – he added – will not be realized until years from today. The Left Alliance has called on the government to suspend arms sales with Israel, arguing that it is…
United Nations finally acts on Israel-Hamas conflict
NEW YORK, New York – The United Nations General Assembly on Friday adopted a resolution calling for an “immediate, durable and sustained humanitarian truce” between Israeli forces and Hamas militants in Gaza. It also demands “continuous, sufficient and unhindered” provision of lifesaving supplies and services for civilians trapped inside the enclave. The resolution was passed…
Racism’ shocking and shameful EU survey
Black people in 13 member states are subjected to continued discrimination ?because of their skin color? says a report Racism against people of African origin is on the rise in the EU, according to the findings of a report released by the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) on Wednesday. The survey of first-…
Racism against black people is growing in Europe, the report states
Racism against black people has increased in the EU, a report published on Wednesday has shown. It singled out Germany, Austria and Finland as countries with the highest rates of discrimination and harassment. The report, carried out by the EU’s Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA), is based on the results of surveys in 13 countries…
Two men were charged in Paris over the attack in Brussels
A judge in Paris has indicted two men suspected of links to the Islamist gunman who killed two Swedish soccer fans in Brussels on Oct. 16, French anti-terror prosecutors said on Tuesday. The Paris judge charged the men on Monday with forming a terrorist group and complicity in murder linked to a terrorist plot. France’s…
EU countries are strengthening border controls due to security concerns
© Provided by Xinhua The introduction of these border restrictions came at a time when several European countries have seen an increase in public security incidents. BRUSSELS, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) — Due to concerns related to extremist violence and illegal migration, several EU countries, part of the Schengen area that usually allows free movement, recently…
Putin guest of honor as Xi celebrates his new Silk Road
Among the guests in Beijing, in addition to Vladimir Putin, UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán are also noticeable. Around 140 countries have been present this week when Xi Jinping invited to the celebration of the new Silk Road. In comparison to the last event, in 2019, fewer European leaders can…
ATP roundup: Tommy Paul rallies to win Tokyo opener
(Photo credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports) Fifth-seeded Tommy Paul rallied for a 3-6, 6-1, 6-3 victory over Germany’s Daniel Altmaier in the opening round of the Japan Open on Monday in Tokyo. Australia’s Jordan Thompson knocked out No. 3 seed Alexander Zverev of Germany 6-3, 6-4 and No. 8 Felix Auger-Aliassime of Canada outlasted Australia’s…
Niinistö makes a state visit to Italy
In addition to meeting Italian leaders in Naples, the Finnish president will also visit the headquarters of NATO’s allied forces.
From rock to pop-schlager: Finland’s sound development revealed
Unlike in 2015, when traditional rock dominated musical preferences, in 2023 the majority of respondents preferred Finnish pop music. Modernized pop-influenced iskelmä music, which is now preferred by 20 percent of Finns, compared to 10 percent in 2015, was particularly evident in the sharp rise in popularity. “Five to ten years ago, our research showed…
Spain’s PLD Space launches private reusable rocket
MADRID – Spanish company PLD Space launched its reusable Miura-1 rocket early Saturday from a site in southwestern Spain, carrying out Europe’s first fully private rocket launch and giving hope to the continent’s stalled space ambitions. The startup’s test night launch from Huelva came after two previous attempts were scrubbed. The Miura-1 rocket, named after…