Tag: Optio
Health insurance company concerned by stampede for Novo Nordisk’s new weight loss medicine
Sygeforsikringen Danmark is reconsidering its position on reimbursement to customers who take a prescription for the Novo Nordisk drug Wegovy, an expensive weight loss drug that was launched at the end of last year. In January alone, 16,593 people in Denmark received a prescription for Wegovy – and a great many Sygeforsikringen Danmark customers were […]
What is the easiest way to send pallets to Denmark?
Previously, there was a direct crossing between the UK and Denmark, which was often used by UK exporters with customers in the country. But the crossing from Harwich to Esbjerg has not sailed since 2014, which means that another option must be found. Fortunately, there are plenty of other ways to get pallets from the […]
Factors to consider when choosing a lender for your personal loan needs
Different lenders may offer different interest rates based on your credit score or other factors such as collateral or cosigner status. Check Rahalaitos.fi compare loan offers and get the best interest rate for your personal loan. Shopping around can help you find the best personal loan offer that meets your needs. Comparison of different personal […]
Price Matters: Observations on Finnish consumer behavior and purchasing trends
The K group has found that consumers are moving towards cheaper alternatives and are interested in the store’s own brands. However, sales of vegetables and fruits have decreased, and about a fifth of customers eat unhealthily due to the increase in the price of healthier options. To encourage healthier choices, the K group has set […]
Gender-neutral names an increasingly popular choice for newborns in Denmark
You have an interview with Robin at 2pm, or you’ve just met Charlie online and you might assume they’re men, but you won’t know until you meet them. That’s certainly the way it should be: gender-neutral names help eliminate prejudice, whether it’s a patient anticipating their doctor’s visit or a recruiter looking at job applications. […]
Post-apocalypse: the end of daily mail delivery is in sight
Australia Post sees red. A lot of it. After posting a razor-sharp profit of $23.6 million in the last six months of 2022, it is set to post a loss for the full 2022-23 financial year – just the second time since it was incorporated in 1989. The last loss was in 2014-15, following a […]
Finnish women see technology as key to solving the climate crisis, but few find the technology industry attractive
Women’s lack of interest in the tech industry is problematic because of the constant shortage of skilled workers in the industry. In Finland, only 20% of technical experts are women, and this number is not enough to narrow the skills gap. Tietoevry’s research showed that women believed that employers and educational institutions need to do […]
Three out of four Finns want increased Kela compensation
It is worth noting that those with the lowest income are the most willing to use significantly more private health services if they are reimbursed for a significantly larger share of the visit costs. “Kela reimbursement is very cost-effective. A Kela-reimbursed visit is significantly cheaper for the public sector than a visit to a health […]
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was awarded the best airport in Europe in its category
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport has maintained its strong position among the world’s best airports year after year,” says Kimmo MäkiCEO of Finavia. The ASQ award (Airport Service Quality) is awarded by the Airports Council International (ACI), the international umbrella organization for airports. The awards were given to airports that were the best in their area and size […]
23 percent of Finns favor the formation of the coalition and the Basic Finns government
Desires as the basis for forming a government. The figure shows the percentage of respondents who believe that one party should be the leading party and the other party the governing party. Photo: EVA’s Values and Attitudes survey. 19 percent of the respondents wanted a government formed by the SDP and the Coalition, while 10 […]
Sales of electric cars are increasing strongly in Denmark
Electric cars sell fast in Denmark. In February, 3,148 new ones were bought by the Danes, according to De Danske Bilimportører. The increase is quite impressive, as there were 83.3 percent more sales than February 2022. “The new figures are a clear sign that the Danes are moving quickly when it comes to converting to […]
A new fitness supplement: SARMs
Products such as protein powders and creatine supplements are popular among fitness and bodybuilding enthusiasts. They improve the development of muscles and help them recover faster after a workout. In recent years, supplements known as Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators, or SARMs for short, have become increasingly popular among people involved in various types of training […]
15-year-olds report that they have experienced stress due to poverty, reveals a study
The young people’s responses surprised the researchers, who said they were shocked by how many young people, regardless of gender, wrote about their inability to spend like their peers. Most of the essays also mentioned energy costs and inflation. More than half of the young people wrote about poverty-related stress, which was alarming. Even more […]
When to buy winter sports equipment
One of the most important advantages of purchasing winter sports equipment in the off-season is the cost savings. By David Boernerproduct manager Skiing and snowboarding At REI: “Buying equipment in the off-season can save you a significant amount of money, but you don’t have the opportunity to test the equipment and make sure it fits […]
Novo Nordisk’s use of monkeys in tests has skyrocketed
No other optionNovo Nordisk is aware of the problem, but claims it has no other options because its animal testing, including on monkeys, is crucial to production. The company said it places great emphasis on using as few animals for research as possible. “We cannot avoid using animals for experiments. We also cannot avoid using […]
Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone and Deep Purple – March kicks off with a ‘Battle of the Venues’
Never mind the Battle of the Bands, or the Battle of the Bastards – the beginning of March 2023 will henceforth be known as the ‘Battle of the Venues’, as Denmark’s leading festival, theme park and concert promoter have done their very best to outdo each other in the race of the last 24 hours. […]
Can the internet make us more social?
It probably comes as no surprise to you that the Internet holds and has possibilities. But does it also include the possibility of being more social? Read on and get our most important insights! There are many opinions about whether we should have mobile phones with us at the dinner table or during our lunch […]
This is where you will be able to see the northern lights tonight!
Already several were lucky last night, but it could be your turn tonight. The northern lights, which are also known as northern lights, are quite rare in Denmark. But tonight, between 9pm and 2am, you might be able to see them if you’re in the right place at the right time. Midnight has been singled […]
B-777 flight departs from Mumbai to bring back passengers on Delhi-bound Air India flight from Stockholm
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]February 23 (ANI): A B777 flight has departed from Mumbai to bring back passengers on Delhi-bound Air India International flight AI-106, which was diverted to Sweden’s Stockholm airport after the plane encountered technical glitches. The B777 flight reaches Stockholm at 23.00 (local time) and takes off from there at 01.00. The flight with […]
Get the most beautiful wooden floors with the help of a professional floor sander
When you are faced with having to fix the wooden floors in your house or in your apartment, it is always a good idea to decide in advance whether the floors should be sanded or planed prior to the final finishing. Of course, it can be a bit difficult to decide if you don’t know […]
Half of Finnish employees would consider leaving work without a remote work option: Survey
This opinion was most common among 18- to 29-year-olds, with 64% stating that the ability to work remotely was an important factor in their choice of job. Despite the return to the office, the study found that telecommuting has had a positive impact on job satisfaction, productivity and work autonomy, with 60%, 54% and 50% […]
Tuesday’s papers: Nordic NATO paths diverge, 86,000 secondary school places reserved, more than 50 disco fans love ABBA
Finland’s and Sweden’s NATO applications, school options and senior dance parties are, among other things, in Tuesday’s Finnish newspapers.
A new medication offers a promising treatment option for advanced melanoma patients
However, a Finnish study revealed that patients who do not benefit from T-cell activation treatments do not have the right type of T-cells to attack cancer cells. The new therapy must utilize other parts of the immune system, such as natural killer cells or NK cells, which help recognize cancer cells that have evaded T […]
The bears of the Helsinki Zoo wake up
Bears also enjoy scratching their thick winter fur in trees, snow and on a swing. They even slid down snowy hills looking for treats buried under the snow, freshly dug grass being a particular favorite. According to the zookeepers, the bears slept exceptionally well while hibernating, and did not wake up once during the long […]
Niinistö, Marin and Haavisto discuss NATO’s options at the Munich Security Conference
According to Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto (green), Turkey has said that Finland has fulfilled the conditions of last summer’s three-way agreement.
Finnish universities and companies are leading the way towards sustainable fiber fabrics in the SUSTAFIT research project
The fibers are distributed randomly in nonwovens and bonded together chemically, mechanically, or thermally, making their manufacturing process faster and simpler than traditional woven and knit fabrics. The research project solves the plastic problem of disposable nonwovens Many nonwovens are disposable products that are discarded after use and can end up in the environment. This […]
Winter holiday: Events for the little ones
Wean them off the screens! The children’s steak All Feb; movie at 10am & 11am, Wed-Sun; Cinematheque, Gothersgade 55, Cph K; DKK 30 entrance fee; dfi.dk Children aged three to seven are well looked after by Børnebiffen at the Cinemateket, which five days a week offers a steady flow of options in the late morning. […]
Eva’s report: Finland must cut 13 billion euros
The economic think tank offers four economic policy options, the purpose of which is to help Finland’s political leaders balance the government’s books.
Great opportunities this winter holiday
Big Mac, Big Bird, Big Apple, BigFoot, Big Kahuna Burger—there’s a pattern here somewhere, as are wagon wheels, which grew exponentially in the United States in the 19th century. Not only are they more suitable for rocky terrain, but they are much easier on the animal, dramatically reducing the haul size required. In the 1880s […]
New study reveals the cause of frequent brain disease
Solution on the wayTina Nørgaard Munch treats patients with hydrocephalus on a daily basis and realized that not everyone received the same treatment for the condition. The neurosurgeon works to better understand the mechanics of the disorder with a view to improving and developing a universal treatment in the future. Munch believes that adapting the […]
Researcher: Finland should express its readiness to share Finland’s and Sweden’s NATO offers
– The mission of the Foreign Policy Institute is to deliver research information to decision-makers. The aim is not for the institute’s management and researchers to try to influence Finland’s foreign policy, he said comment. On Wednesday, Aaltola thought on Twitter that Finland should express its readiness to separate the two membership applications after his […]
The Internet and its many opportunities to get a loan
The Internet has revolutionized how we do business, and it has especially changed how people borrow money. Today, there are a number of services available online that allow people to secure loans regardless of their credit score or personal circumstances. One method that has gained popularity over the past few years is finding ways to […]
The sale of the TF-SIF aircraft is likely to be stopped
Justice Minister Jón Gunnarsson admitted that the decision to sell the TF-SIF aircraft would likely be reversed. The Minister said that the budget lacks funds to keep the Coast Guard rescue aircraft operational, but the withdrawal of this decision is a good step and the use of the aircraft will continue. At the same time, […]
The competition between the three largest parties in Finland is intensifying, says the survey
Although the coalition has halved its lead in the last couple of months, it need not worry too much because the leaders of the opinion polls lose their advantage when the parties hit the campaign trail, he reminded. Tuomo TurjaResearch Director of Economic Studies. “The closer to the elections, the closer to the top parties. […]
Rapunzel’s report says it all: we’re all panto lovers at heart
This year’s pantomime production from Copenhagen Theater Circle was a particularly ambitious rendition of the classic story ‘Rapunzel’. Fun for everyoneIt is worth noting that this review is written by an American who, until opening night on January 31st, had yet to experience the pleasure of experiencing this British tradition. And although, as the play […]
Meta restores Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts
Trump’s Facebook account was the most followed account at the time of the freeze, with hundreds of millions of followers, the New York Times reported to Meta. On January 7, 2021, the day after hundreds of people stormed the Capitol in his support, Meta fired Trump from his platforms, citing that he was inciting more […]
Billion project could send cars underground in Copenhagen
Solution 1 in the leadAccording to TV2 Kosmopollocal politicians are currently considering two options for the so-called ‘The Green Boulevard’ project. Solution 1 consists of two short tunnels without exits – a tunnel from Bispeengbuen to Bysøerne and a tunnel from Jarmers Plads to Rysensteensgade (just before Langebro Bridge). Solution 2 is more extensive and […]
Minnesota United signs Swedish D Mikael Marques
Minnesota United FC announced the signing of Swedish defender Mikael Marques on Monday. The 21-year-old comes from AFC Eskilstuna on a three-year contract with a club option until 2026. “Mikael is highly recommended. Several big teams in Sweden, Norway and Denmark became interested, but we got him through a good contact by us who felt […]
Why it’s important to eat at work – even the odd cake
When England’s Food Standards Agency chief Susan Jebb recently compared eating cake at work to second-hand smoke, office cubicle walls trembled across the country. She told The times: Professor Jebb is right to criticize unstructured eating in the workplace, which can contribute to unhealthy eating. Overconsumption of unhealthy products such as cookies and processed foods […]
VR acquires new equipment for night train traffic from Škoda Transtech
“We are happy to state that the popularity of night train travel has increased by 17 percent compared to 2018. With these new buses, we want to meet our customers’ wishes and further develop the travel experience. For example, working and eating in your own cabin will be even more comfortable in the future”, says […]
Anna on Amiralsgatan – “She’s not a vegetable”
Anna is injured in a high-profile accident after a car chase in February 2015. She walks on a sidewalk in Malmö with her pram. A car is thrown onto the pavement and ends up over Anna and her little son who is in the pram. Both are badly injured, the son is recovering. Anna survives […]
Catalonia declared independence 5 years ago
Faced with this Spanish reaction, the Catalan government of Carles Puigdemont found no other option than to declare the independence of Catalonia, for which the people had voted. The declaration of independence was unanimously approved by the Catalan Parliament and has now been declared historically. More than 70 countries expressed their views on the issue, […]
The moderates want the Social Democrats to be part of the next majority, but not with their left-wing allies
Lars Løkke Rasmussen is quickly becoming the kingmaker of this general election – and quite possibly the kingmaker who could become king. In recent days, his party the Moderates have gained in popularity, and Rasmussen has increasingly dictated the terms of who will be in the next government. And yesterday he strongly indicated that the […]
Tesla now operates more than 10,000 Superchargers in Europe
These six new locations are located in Spain, France, Belgium and Germany and will offer more charging options for customers traveling in the region. The fast and reliable network continues to support periods of heavy traffic despite the increased number of Tesla vehicles on the road and the opening of selected locations to non-Tesla EVs. […]
Fingrid: Mobile blackouts would be the very last option
In September, Finland managed to reduce its electricity use by seven percent compared to the same time last year, but savings will still be made this winter, according to the country’s grid company.
How to find the perfect ring for the special woman in your life
It can be quite difficult to find the perfect ring for that special woman in your life, whether it’s for a special occasion or just a gift. Here are a few tips on how to find the perfect ring: – First you have to consider her style.– Once you have an idea of her style, […]
Survey: Almost one in four says that income is not enough to cover rising consumer prices
With consumer prices rising this year, almost one in four Finns said they don’t think they can cope with their living expenses, according to a recent study by Taloustuktuikma. Almost half of the respondents expected their financial situation to worsen this year. "In particular, working people aged 35–49 believe that their financial situation will deteriorate […]
Aarhus was voted the best roof option in Europe
Salling ROOFTOP in Aarhus has been named the best bar of its kind in a new ranking prepared by the travel media Big 7 Travel. As the name suggests, Salling ROOFTOP, which opened in 2017, is owned by the Salling Group, which includes Netto, Føtex and Bilka in its portfolio. Two Copenhagen venues also made […]
Finland is trying to limit the tourist visas granted to Russians, Haavisto tells Helsingin Sanomat
One option, he added, is to favor certain types of visas over others by limiting the time it takes to apply for tourist visas. “The idea is that we would limit the application time for tourist visas and we could prioritize visas that are useful, but not for tourism to Finland,” he explained to the […]
EU sanctions do not target ordinary Russians, the European Commission tells HS
Helsingin Sanomat asked the European Commission whether the bloc of 27 countries could make a joint decision to suspend the issuance of tourist visas to Russia, which has recently received a lot of support in Finland. Many Finns have complained that Russians can travel to Finland and other parts of Europe while Russia continues its […]
Lindén: Removing Covid-19 from the list of universally dangerous diseases is worth discussing
Mika SalminenHealth and Safety Director of the Institute of Health and Welfare (THL), told MTV News on Saturday that Covid-19 can be removed from the list because it no longer meets all the criteria of a universally dangerous disease. “I think it’s a viable option,” he said. “We could do excellently even with a smaller […]
Hockey veteran signs for German team amid Russian legal battle
The signing of Miks Indrasis has been announced by Schwenninger Wild Wings – despite a battle with Spartak Moscow German ice hockey team Schwenninger Wild Wings have announced the signing of Latvian forward Miks Indrasis, although the veteran is locked in a bitter battle with Spartak Moscow after agreeing a deal with the Russians. The […]
Half of Finns have changed their everyday life because of inflation, according to HS research
More than four out of ten (42%) respondents answered that they have not resorted to any of the options to protect themselves against inflation. Almost a third (32%) of the respondents stated that they had reduced their mobility to mitigate the effects of inflation. Just over a quarter (26%) of respondents reported cutting back on […]
Finnair restricts passengers to London Heathrow under threat of legal action
Finnair announced in a press release on Wednesday that it will limit seats on flights between London and Helsinki due to the restrictions set by Heathrow airport. London’s busiest airport, Heathrow, has said it will limit the number of passengers at the airport due to congestion and staff shortages. According to Finnair’s press release, Heathrow […]
The walrus destroyed equipment worth more than 10,000 euros, says a Kotka fisherman
A female walrus that got lost in the Baltic Sea has caused a stir after appearing last Thursday in Hamina on the southeast coast of Finland, where it stayed until Saturday. On Sunday, it appeared about 30 km west in Suulisniemi, just south of the port city of Kotka. There it became entangled in the […]
HS: The Coalition’s lead at the top of the poll shrank to four points
Sakari NurmelaThe research director of Kantar TNS saw Kokooma’s support losing partly because the Basic Finns, who changed their support for it when the NATO discussion began, are strengthening their support for the Basic Finns. The support of basic Finns increased by 0.2 percentage points from the previous month to 14.7 percent, which is clearly […]
Explanation: Pensions are best secured by work-based immigration
The majority of people living in Finland would like an increase in work-based immigration in order to secure the financial stability of the pension system, according to the latest pension barometer of the Pension Security Agency (ETK). The majority of those who responded to the survey said they could survive on their pension income. 58 […]
Calling all foodies: Copenhagen voted one of the best brunch places in Europe
If you’re looking for a good place to eat a little late brekky this weekend, keep in mind that Copenhagen was recently named the 12th best brunch place in Europe. According to examinationcarried out by Uswitch, It has been revealed that Copenhagen has a brunch rating of 8.63 out of a 10 score based on […]
Calls on the EU to prepare for a total shutdown of Russian gas
Moscow’s current supply cuts are? Focused on avoiding Europe filling up stocks? says the IEA chief The head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol, has warned the EU of being prepared for the possibility of a complete shutdown of Russian gas exports this winter, and urges bloc members to broaden the range of […]
The EBU has denied Ukraine the right to host Eurovision Song Contest 2023
“We are disappointed with this decision of the EBU. During this month, many people in Ukraine have done everything possible to meet the conditions for Eurovision in our country. Security is, of course, our first priority. UA: PBC, state and municipalities did a thorough job to see such an unappealable statement, so we ask our […]
Voice of Ukraine in Denmark: Nightmare or Reality?
War crimes have no statute of limitations. This – and any disaster that Ukraine has endured in its 3 decades of independence – is the indisputable truth. While the country’s attempts to end the war and join the EU are on the rise, the people who have suffered before are still suffering. The support of […]
Right now: Paolo Macchiarini is convicted in the district court
A unanimous district court sentenced Paolo Macchiarini for causing bodily harm, a felony, in one case. He is acquitted on two of three charges and sentenced to a suspended sentence. The surgeon has been prosecuted for three cases of aggravated assault, against three patients who had synthetic tracheas implanted in the years 2011–2012 Macchiarini himself […]
Finland will send more defense aid to Ukraine
Finland will send more defense equipment to Ukraine, the Ministry of Defense announced on Friday. The ministry said in a statement that at the request of the prime minister Sanna MarinPresident Sauli Niinistö decided that Finland should send more military aid to Ukraine, which has been under attack from Russia since the end of February. […]
Skinnari: Finland could resort to legal action in a UN scandal
Finland, the public broadcaster wrote, managed to attract the initiative’s headquarters S3i to Helsinki. The initiative was launched to build affordable housing in developing countries, but no houses have yet been built due to suspected abuse by its CEO. Although the UN is working to recover the funds it has invested in the projects notified […]
Iconic cake becomes gender neutral at Danish bakery
Diversity has not awakenedGardeström said customers who want the traditional version of the cake will have to call or show up at the store to make adjustments. But in a few months, the only cake that can be ordered in the bakery’s app will be the gender-neutral option. “Is diversity the same as waking up? […]
Helsinki is the second most popular city to live in
Regardless of the reason for the move, some things need to be considered in advance. Depending on where you move, Helsinki can be a significant change to your habit, which can be seen in many ways. In relocation cases, it is common to look at different financing options. In that case, it is important to […]
macOS Ventura adds Stage Manager, the ability to use iPhone as a webcam
It is a Mission Control upgrade that you can enable from the command center (and you can disable it if you wish). Unlike Mission Control, which displayed all open programs on the screen, Stage Manager keeps your current application in focus and groups others by category. You can basically live in this view while continuing […]
Finland saves when the prices of some medicines fall by 98%
Finnish public health care aims to expand the use of generic medicines to create savings. Most Finns do not pay the full price for their medicine. The ceiling of the benefit company Kela’s self-sufficient medicines is approximately EUR 600 per year. This means that taxpayers pay the rest, which is why the expiration of drug […]
HS: A new sub-variant of omikron could lead to a wave of infection in the summer
“Since mid-May, its share has started to grow clearly and the trend points to a clear increase,” he commented. The sub-variant can be detected directly by a standard polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test. It is believed to have caused about eight percent of the infections found in the area last week. Lehtonen expects BA.5 to […]
NATO Secretary General meets with top US officials
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will meet with top US officials starting on Wednesday, almost two weeks after top leaders from Finland and Sweden met with US President Joe Biden to join the military alliance. – Other media news – Stoltenberg will meet Foreign Minister Antony Blinken on Wednesday and the two […]
Luke: The food costs of Finnish households will rise by more than € 500 due to price increases
Food expenditure accounted for 12.5 per cent of household consumption in 2021. Coffee, fish and vegetables have pushed up food prices in the early part of the year. For example, coffee cost about a third more in February 2022 than in February 2021. Luke said last week that it expects the rise in food prices […]
Prime Minister Marin welcomes Russia’s oil ban "a significant step"
prime minister Sanna Marin (SDP) welcomes the agreement reached by EU leaders in Brussels on Monday to block more than two-thirds of Russia’s oil imports into the Union. "We reached a compromise and remain united on an issue that has been difficult to negotiate," Marin said. The ban applies to all Russian crude oil and […]
Postcard from Cannes # 9: Place your bets
It has been a whirlwind two weeks at the Cannes Film Festival 2022, where dreams definitely came true for some at the awards ceremony on Saturday night. When the names of the winners were read out, those who saw the films shouted for joy, while others sighed, disappointed not to have placed the “winning bet”. […]
Postcards from Cannes # 9: Place your bets
It has been a whirlwind two weeks at the Cannes Film Festival 2022, where dreams definitely came true for some at the awards ceremony on Saturday night. When the names of the winners were read out, those who saw the films shouted for joy, while others sighed, disappointed not to have placed the “winning bet”. […]
Swedish satire on the super-rich wins the Cannes Palme d’Or
“Triangle of Sadness”, a sharp satire on class conflict by Swedish director Ruben Ostlund, won the Palme d’Or for best film at the Cannes Film Festival last Saturday. “Triangle of Sadness” places Ostlund among a selected group of two-time winners of Cannes’ highest prize. He won the Palme d’Or 2017 for “The Square”, and joked […]
75th Cannes Film Festival: Ruben Ostlund removes second Palme d’Or with “Triangle of Sadness”
Cannes [France]May 29 (ANI): The 75th Cannes Film Festival on Saturday gave away the Palme d’Or for best film to Swedish filmmaker Ruben Ostlund’s “Triangle of Sadness”, a broad, fierce satire on modern capitalism. This will be Österlund’s second Palm win after “The Square” 2017. The film revolves around models, millionaires and their various trophy […]
Germany respects India’s position in the Ukraine conflict, says Ambassador Lindner
New Delhi [India]May 27 (ANI): Germany has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a special guest to next month’s G-7 summit and he has accepted the invitation, India’s Ambassador to India Walter J Lindner said on Friday. Lindner interacts with journalists at the IWPC here and also said that Germany respects India’s position in the […]
MIGRI publishes new assessment of security situation in Kabul
The suspension was due to significant changes in the security situation in Afghanistan. As of 9 July 2021, the Finnish Immigration Service has granted international protection to 433 Afghan citizens. However, some asylum seekers have had to wait for a decision because not all the necessary information has been available. These applications can now be […]
Tampere is increasing its tram network
The city of Tampere has announced that it will purchase five more trams from Škoda’s Kajaani plant. There are currently 20 ForCity Smart Arctic trams operating in Tampere, of which 15 are currently in service. The city completed its first tram line last year and the second tram line will start operating either in 2024 […]
Negotiations in the municipal sector will end without an agreement, more strikes likely
Negotiations between the municipal associations and the employers’ groups to resolve a months-long labor dispute in the sector have ended without an agreement. The nursing unions rejected the settlement proposal earlier this month, although other organizations on both sides of the dispute were willing to accept the terms of the agreement. Chairman of one of […]
Minister: Other Covid boosters available for younger age groups
The current wave of omicron transformation Covid cases have shown signs of abating, with fewer infections and deaths recorded last week. Despite this, the Minister of Social Affairs Who is Linden (SDP) said the Department of Family and Social Affairs is prepared for possible new waves of disease in the fall and winter. "We probably […]
Canada bans Huawei and ZTE from 5G networks
Ottawa, Canada – Canada will ban Chinese telecommunications giants Huawei and ZTE from their 5G wireless networks due to national security concerns, officials said on Thursday. The long-awaited move follows the United States and other key allies and comes on the heels of a diplomatic dispute between Ottawa and Beijing over the detention of a […]
How to start your own online business in Finland in 2022
The truth is, this is certainly not a simple task. However, that is not impossible. The first thing you need to do is find a niche that is useful and somehow popular. In addition, you must comply with the regulations and laws of your country of residence to avoid any possible problems. In the following […]
Citizens of the Earth, come together! NATO, the EU’s defense pact and at two English-language debates in central Copenhagen in the coming week
The war in Ukraine continues. Trump’s 2024 campaign is gaining momentum. Finland and Sweden appear to be members of NATO. Putin’s hand hovers over the tap that supplies Russian gas to Denmark and countless other European countries. Johnny Depp can not see ex-wife Amber Heard in the face … 2022 has been anything but boring. […]
Foreign Affairs Committee: Finland must apply for NATO membership
The committee emphasizes that Finland’s accession is not directed against anyone, but it would strengthen Finland’s security. As a member of NATO, it remains important to pursue active diplomacy and a foreign and security policy that promotes stability. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine forced Finland to react The Committee notes that Russia’s long-term aggressive policy and […]
President Niinistö will pay a state visit to Sweden
Finnish President Sauli Niinistö makes a state visit to Sweden on Tuesday and Wednesday with his wife Jenni Haukio. The visit began at 11 a.m. (EET) when the royal family welcomed the presidential couple to a ceremony outside Stockholm’s Royal Palace. The visit will come at a crucial time, as Finland and Sweden are expected […]
Parliament closes 14-hour NATO mission debate
While lawmakers across party lines paid close attention to their grandparents ’war experiences and strongly condemned the Russian war, many also recalled that it was finally time to begin rebuilding cultural and economic ties with Russia. “We are not building an iron curtain on the Finnish-Russian border, on the contrary,” he said Ben Zyskowicz (NCP). […]
Get to know the visitor’s responsible guidance on Sámi culture and the Sámi homeland in Finland
Visitor guidance is primarily aimed at domestic and international visitors, non-local tourism entrepreneurs and workers arriving in the Sámi homeland. Teachers and students in the field of tourism can also utilize the material for those interested in Sámi tourism. The site is currently available in Finnish and English. – General information about the Sámi people, […]
Google pays more than 300 EU publishers for news
BRUSSELS, Belgium: Three years after the adoption of the EU’s groundbreaking copyright rules, Google will pay 300 publishers across Ireland, Germany, France and other EU countries to republish their news. Google will also develop an app to make it easier for publishers to sign up, and offer them an extended news preview agreement that allows […]
Concerns about a cyber attack will increase cash withdrawals
According to an April survey commissioned by Nosto ATMs, part of the Norwegian Nokas Group, more than a third of Finns have already withdrawn or plan to withdraw extra cash due to the situation in Ukraine. Most have raised an average of € 500 aside and for use as needed. Almost half of the respondents […]
Fortum’s planning "supervised exit" From Russia
Finland’s largest energy company, the state-majority Fortum, is preparing to withdraw from Russia in a controlled manner, and the company’s primary option is to sell the company’s Russian operations, the press release said. Markus Rauramomanaging director. The sale of Fortum’s Russian subsidiary Unipro, which was halted due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, is expected to […]
Sitra: The Finnish process lacks EU legislation in three respects
As Finnish citizens have little opportunity to participate in the preparation of EU legislation, the positions adopted often reflect the position of the government and the civil service rather than the wider public, the report states. “Citizens’ opportunities for participation are hampered by the fact that they have difficulty understanding the EU decision-making process as […]
Finnish electricity companies are reluctant to supply electricity to the Russian Yandex data center
Search engine giant Yandex, often referred to as "Google Google," has problems in its only data center outside Russia. Its server farm in southern Finland, Mäntsälä, has been running on a diesel generator for almost two weeks. The Russian company has not been able to get back into the Finnish network because it has not […]
North Korean hackers target journalists with GOLDBACKDOOR malware
It has recently been revealed that APT37, a North Korean cyber espionage group, has used advanced malicious software to steal information from a private computer owned by a former South Korean intelligence service. The government-backed espionage group used the so-called Goldbackdoor malware with the intention of stealing sensitive information from carefully selected targets. It is […]
Stoltenberg: "Finland’s membership strengthens NATO"
Secretary General of NATO, Jens Stoltenbergsaid that if Finland decides to join the military alliance, the accession process would be very good "smooth and fast." He commented on the matter in an exclusive interview with Yle’s journalist Rikhard Husu on Thursday. The interview can be viewed in its entirety in the video above. It starts […]
The first Finnish startup barometer: the shortage of experts is getting worse, but confidence in growth is still strong
The Finnish Startup Community (FSC) publishes its startup barometer for the first time. The purpose of the publication, which will be published quarterly in the future, is to map the views of companies and investors operating in the startup ecosystem on their own and the surrounding economic situation. According to the barometer, Finnish startups have […]
Blinken tests positive for Covid
Fully vaccinated and boosted US Secretary of State works from home with “mild symptoms” US Secretary of State Antony Blinken tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday afternoon, the State Department announced. The top official is experiencing only mild symptoms and will work from home until he can return to his department, his spokesman added. “The […]
Yle’s Poll: NCP Support Drops, Left Jump Greens
Coalition Party (NCP) support fell by two percentage points in Yle’s most recent monthly voter survey, after reaching a record high in April. Tuomo TurjaThe director of research in economic research told Yle that the decline in peak readings is natural, especially now that most other parties have clarified their position on NATO membership. "In […]
The United States’ leading diplomat tests positive for Covid
Fully vaccinated and boosted Foreign Minister Antony Blinken works from home with? Mild symptoms? US Secretary of State Antony Blinken tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday afternoon, the State Department announced. Blinken only experiences mild symptoms and will work from home until he can return to Foggy Bottom, his spokesman added. “The secretary is fully […]
