Tag: Light
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Food waste is increasing due to trade union strikes, the industry leader complains
This situation has inadvertently increased food waste, as large quantities of food are transported to waste facilities. Somer sees the trade union movement as a direct conflict with the food industry's commitment to sustainable development and ecological responsibility. “The food industry has made significant progress in promoting sustainable development and placing responsibility at the core…
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A lightning strike caused a power outage
On Thursday, around 2 p.m., there was a power outage on the Reykjanes Peninsula, and about an hour later in Reykjavik. As reported by RÚV, the Suðurnesjalína 1 power line was damaged by a lightning strike. There were no power outages at Keflavík Airport. An Isavia representative confirmed that the backup power source activated immediately…
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Finland's employment remains strong despite the increase in unemployment
This simultaneous increase in both employment and unemployment means an increase in the labor force, which effectively offsets the harmful effects of growing unemployment on total employment. The trend of the employment rate of 20-64 year olds was 77.5%, while the more traditional employment rate of 15-64 year olds was 73.1%. Although there was a…
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Helsinki's new landmark: Kruunuvuorensilta's central pillar to over 100 meters in 2024
The structure, which is the most visible of the bridge's supporting elements, is anchored on both sides by 17 pairs of diagonal cables. The total height of the pylon from the bottom plate to its top, including the undersea structure, is approximately 145 meters. In the construction of the pylon, a “climbing formwork” technique has…
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The world's first rock star
Cast: The Gaslight Anthem fan Fredrik Eriksson and Eva Kjellander Hellqvist, lecturer in musicology. Archive material on Beatlemania from CBS. Program manager: Andrea Tarrodi
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Flights are suspended in various parts of Finland as airport workers join the strike in February
The two-day political strike will affect the operations of all of Finland's largest airports from February 1.
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A passer-by saves a young man from a frozen fate in a Finnish village
In the small eastern community of Siilinjärvi, a municipal worker is hailed as a hero after he stopped to check a strange light in a snow bank and saved a life.
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Diverse classrooms can improve the academic success of immigrant children, research suggests
The results show that the academic success of immigrant children is negatively affected in environments where a large proportion of their classmates perform poorly. This trend is particularly strong among disadvantaged students. In contrast, the proportion of low-achieving classmates does not appear to affect immigrant students from stronger socioeconomic backgrounds who demonstrate resilience in diverse…
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Wednesday papers: The rush for service savings, the arctic adventures of robot cars and the pizza habits of the president's wishes
Wednesday's papers cover service funding, robot car research and a light Q&A about the presidential candidates' least pressing issues.
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The spot price of electricity will rise slightly on Monday
The spot price of electricity has fallen from Friday's record high, but prices are still relatively high.
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The video highlights the dark conditions of the avalanche tragedy in Lapland
Antte Lauhamaa, who filmed the video, participated in the search as a police officer.
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The air code over Grímsvötn has been changed to yellow
Today around 4:00 p.m. six earthquakes with a magnitude above 1 were recorded in the Grímsvötn area. The largest of them had a magnitude of about 1.6. “There were six tremors in less than an hour. This is the basis for introducing the yellow aviation code. This does not mean stopping flights, we just become…
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Finland's top 3 party remains stable in Yle's latest survey
The voter survey showed that the support of the NKP and the Basic Finnish Party has increased and the support of the SDP has slightly decreased.
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The Lux Helsinki light festival cheers up the frozen cityscape
This year, the light art festival will feature 21 different works in different parts of the capital.
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Helsinki's New Year's celebration attracts a record crowd of 75,000 people to Kansalaistor
More than 70 meters high pyrotechnics were visible throughout the event area, which brought a unique and memorable twist to the celebration. This year's star performer Käärijja captivated the audience as he shared the midnight wave with the jubilant crowd. His presence was the highlight of the event, embodying the spirit of communal joy and…
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The agency confirms a GPS malfunction in Finland on NYE
According to Traficom's aviation manager Jari Pöntinen, the disruptions did not affect flight safety, because the planes are equipped with alternative navigation systems.
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HEIMA ER BEST exhibition by Marta Ryba
Marta invites you to see her new acrylic paintings on canvas inspired by the Icelandic landscape, people, constantly changing light, colors and textures. The opening will take place on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 14:00 at ART67 Galleri at Laugavegur 61 in Reykjavík. The exhibition will be open throughout January. Marta lives, creates and sells…
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Call Karlavagnen and tell us what snow means to you
What does snow mean to you? A white quiet blanket that promises skiing among fir trees and mountains? Sparkling landscape in the morning light? Or children making snowmen at dusk? In the Christian Olsson studio.
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3D model of Grindavík and the surrounding area
The imaging team at EFLA's engineering office has completed the creation of the 3D model of Grindavík. It gives an image of the condition of real estate and infrastructure in the city. EFLA models are used, among other things, to assess damage after the recent earthquakes that hit Grindavík and the surrounding area. “More than…
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The tax changes will come in January
Taxpayers' take-home pay will be slightly increased due to revisions in taxation.
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Several flights were delayed at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Heavy snowfall has affected flights during the holiday week.
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A snowstorm causes tourism chaos in southern and central Finland
Helsinki-Vantaa flights were several hours behind schedule on Friday morning, and the Finnish Meteorological Institute has warned motorists of dangerous driving conditions in the southern and central parts.
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“It blew, it boiled and it went out”
No eruptive activity is visible in the fissures north of Grindavík, and activity in the volcanic vents appears to have died down. This is confirmed by scientists from the Icelandic Meteorological Institute who flew over the site of the eruption at ten o'clock today. An Efla employee is present at Sýlingafell to monitor the eruption…
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Call Karlavagnen and tell them what you are doing right now
Only a few days left until school holidays, Christmas Eve and New Year. Maybe you're wrapping the last of the presents, standing in the middle of the Christmas baking or negotiating who will be Santa this year? Or are you preparing to celebrate the Winter Solstice and the return of light? What are you up…
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Prison society
There is an epidemic of shootings and gang violence in Sweden, and politicians are competing to come up with the best solution. The lowest hanging fruit, the thing that feels most logical, is to increase the punishment and greatly increase the number of prisoners in Swedish prisons. But do we know that it works in…
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The first lava samples were collected
Volcanologist Helga Kristín Torfadóttir collected a sample from brand new lava on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Helga was one of the researchers from the University of Iceland who set out to collect a sample of today's lava, whether liquid or already solidified. In a conversation with a reporter, Helga said that the lava has a slightly…
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Parliament approved significant changes to unemployment benefits for 2024
In addition, the leave compensation at the end of the employment relationship now affects the start of the benefit right, whereby the amount of the compensation divided by the person's average daily wage is determined by the delay in the start of the benefit. A significant transfer of 300 euros per month released amountwhich enabled…
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The lighthouse at Strandir in Árneshreppi has collapsed
The Strandir Lighthouse in Árneshreppi was built in 1921. The lighthouse keeper believes that the structure, which has stood for over a hundred years, was probably destroyed by yesterday's storm. He says it is necessary to build a new lighthouse as soon as possible. On the news website from Árnes, it was reported that Gjögur…
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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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Särkänniemi illuminates Valkea 2023 – Festival of light and art
Särkänniemi's new event is more than just an art exhibition; it is an immersive experience designed to bring joy and awe during the darkest days of the year. The theme park area doesn't offer regular rides, instead focusing on creating an enchanting atmosphere through light, art, music and performances. In addition, the event coincides with…
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Easyjet will continue flights to Akureyri
British airline Easyjet started selling flights to Akureyri from London Gatwick in October and November next year. This is crucial for trade and services during the winter months both in Akureyri and throughout the northern region. This is what Arnheiður Jóhannsdóttir, managing director of the Markðsstofa Norðurlands Tourist Agency, says in an interview for the…
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The cat has unauthorized access to the temporary mortuary at Katriina Hospital
“We have immediately contacted all the affected families after learning about this incident. It is very unfortunate and we are deeply sorry that such an event happened,” Liukko said. The hospital had ordered more morgues during the summer for storage needs, but the installation did not start until this week due to long delivery times.…