Tag: Parking

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was named the best destination for business travelers in Europe

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was named the best destination for business travelers in Europe

    In 2023, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport served 15.3 million passengers, of which a significant quarter were business passengers. The airport's recognition is due to its comprehensive services, especially tailored for business travelers, including priority services, efficient check-in and security processes, and exceptional lounge facilities. Ulla Serlenius, executive director of Helsinki-Vantaa airport company Finavia, emphasized the commitment to…

  • Such waves have never been seen on Reynisfjara Beach before

    Such waves have never been seen on Reynisfjara Beach before

    There were very big waves at Reynisfjara yesterday. The waves reached all the way to the beach parking lot and climbed high onto the rocks. “I have been working in this industry for eight years and I have been there many times and I have never seen waves like this,” says guide Ásta Margrét Magnúsdóttir…

  • Cars blocking the tracks cause headaches for HSL trams

    Cars blocking the tracks cause headaches for HSL trams

    Cars driving on the tracks, blocking trams and inconsiderate parking have disrupted traffic on various tram lines in Helsinki and Espoo.

  • The waves threw stones onto the parking lot at Black Beach

    The waves threw stones onto the parking lot at Black Beach

    “There is only sand and mud around, it looks a bit like after a bombing,” says Ágúst Bjartmarsson, head of the Road Administration in Vík í Mýrdal. A parking lot near a restaurant on Reynisfjara beach was flooded by seawater last night and the road to the beach is severely damaged. “Strong waves cut off…

  • Helsinki will increase the introduction of electric cars in emission-free zones by 2035

    Helsinki will increase the introduction of electric cars in emission-free zones by 2035

    A study conducted by Aalto University's economics research group assesses the effects of the creation of environmental zones and the transition to a carbon dioxide-free vehicle fleet by 2035. According to the study, the currently steadily progressing adoption of electric cars can increase by 40 percent by 2030 and 65 percent by 2035 if the…

  • Denmark approves bill to stop Koran burning

    Denmark approves bill to stop Koran burning

    Copenhagen – Denmark's parliament on Thursday passed a bill making it illegal to burn copies of the Koran in public places, after protests in Muslim nations over the desecration of Islam's holy book raised Danish security concerns. Denmark and Sweden experienced a series of public protests this year in which anti-Islam activists burned or otherwise…

  • “Changes need to be made to prevent accidents like this.”

    “Changes need to be made to prevent accidents like this.”

    Driver Marcin Urbanowski, who witnessed a bus hitting a foreign tourist in the parking lot at Keflavík Airport, is one of the people who criticizes security measures at the parking lot and claims that the situation urgently needs to be improved. The accident happened at eleven o'clock yesterday morning. According to police information, the woman…

  • The West is hurting itself with sanctions: Putin

    The West is hurting itself with sanctions: Putin

    TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Western sanctions against Russia have backfired and hurt the countries that imposed them instead, President Vladimir Putin said during a cabinet meeting on Wednesday. – Other media news – “In recent years, our so-called partners have adopted countless sanctions packages … in an attempt to punish us. But in the end –…

  • West hurts itself with sanctions Putin

    West hurts itself with sanctions Putin

    Russia’s president said the restrictions have failed to fuel the country’s economy Western sanctions against Russia have backfired and hurt the countries that imposed them instead, President Vladimir Putin said during a cabinet meeting on Wednesday. “In recent years, our so-called partners have adopted countless sanctions packages … in an attempt to punish us. But…

  • Wednesday papers: X stands for conversation, parking problem and Snow vember

    Wednesday papers: X stands for conversation, parking problem and Snow vember

    Billionaire Elon Musk shared Finland’s presidential debate on Wednesday on the social media site X, formerly known as Twitter.

  • An eight-year-old boy died in an accident in Hafnarfjörður

    An eight-year-old boy died in an accident in Hafnarfjörður

    Yesterday afternoon, an eight-year-old boy died in a car accident near Ásvellir in Hafnarfjörður. This was reported by the regional police. The services were notified about the incident at 5:10 p.m. and immediately arrived at the scene. The accident occurred in the southern part of Ásvellir, in the parking lot between Ásvellalaugar and the Haukar…

  • Have a say in Helsinki’s e-scooter revolution: The city requires feedback on parking changes

    Have a say in Helsinki’s e-scooter revolution: The city requires feedback on parking changes

    As part of the reforms, the city introduced designated parking areas for shared e-scooters. These areas located in the center of Helsinki and in the southern parts of the inner city were specially marked for the parking of electric scooters. The initiative led to the establishment of 250 parking spaces in various locations such as…

  • Jan Emanuel – dares to lower the guard

    Jan Emanuel – dares to lower the guard

    For almost a quarter of a century, he has been a living banknote party. He is the Robinson winner, the debater, the influencer, the S-politician and the welfare entrepreneur who always manages to “tickle the most erogenous zones of the haters” – with his explosive statements about feminism and the environmental movement, and with his…

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was recognized as the best in Europe after a billion-euro change

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was recognized as the best in Europe after a billion-euro change

    The architectural finesse of the airport reflects not only Finnish design but also the country’s expertise in its services and offerings. As a result of the renovation work, the surface area of ​​the terminal has increased by 45%, which brings with it modern facilities that improve the passenger experience. The departure and arrival lobbies have…

  • Helsinki is implementing a new plan for dumping snow into the sea

    Helsinki is implementing a new plan for dumping snow into the sea

    The main goals of the plan are to increase the number of snow reception places, melting facilities and local storage places. Helsinki is planning to replace its last remaining sea snow receiving area in Hernesaari with a network of at least 21 smaller melting sites capable of melting more than 35,000 snow each winter. These…

  • Parking in Reykjavik is getting more and more expensive

    Parking in Reykjavik is getting more and more expensive

    The range of hours during which you have to pay for parking in central Reykjavik has been extended and in some places you have to pay more. Shop owners say the fee is unfair and a step in the wrong direction. Reykjavík’s new parking tariff came into effect on October 1. For the first time…

  • Riots broke out in EU countries after fiery protests in the Koran

    Riots broke out in EU countries after fiery protests in the Koran

    There has been a spate of anti-Islam demonstrations in Sweden in recent months Swedish police said they had been stoned and dozens of cars set on fire as violent clashes continued in the coastal city of Malmö on Monday, a day after the latest Koran-burning incident sparked angry protests across the country. “I understand that…

  • New: The Amphetamine Factory and Operation Trojan Shield

    New: The Amphetamine Factory and Operation Trojan Shield

    Those who are renovating and carpentry on the house cheer cheerfully and offer the neighbors coffee bread. But down in the basement behind hidden windows, they work on completely different things. There, the amphetamine cook controls the work. They cook and package kilos of amphetamines that are delivered to drug dealers around the country. But…

  • Sweden Raises Terror Threat Level Following Quran Burnings

    Sweden Raises Terror Threat Level Following Quran Burnings

    Stockholm – Sweden raised its terrorism alert level on Thursday one notch to the second highest, following a recent string of public desecrations of the Quran in the Scandinavian country by a handful of anti-Islam activists, sparking angry demonstrations across Muslim countries. Sweden has in recent weeks asked citizens abroad and businesses linked to the…

  • Traffic shift to east side of Mannerheimintie scheduled for August 17

    Traffic shift to east side of Mannerheimintie scheduled for August 17

    While this shift is expected to slow down traffic due to adjusted arrangements, the project officials assure residents that access to properties will be upheld throughout the process. Potential short interruptions, which will be communicated separately, may occur as the work progresses. Pedestrian and bicycle traffic will continue to utilize the west side of the…

  • Helsinki is planting trees to prepare for floods, heatwaves and other effects of climate crisis

    Helsinki is planting trees to prepare for floods, heatwaves and other effects of climate crisis

    “In addition to combating climate change, it’s necessary to adapt to the new normal. The climate has already changed,” she said on 1 August. The City of Helsinki has drafted a plan for adapting to the climate crisis, placing particular emphasis on the storm waters that linger on streets after downpours. Rosqvist pointed out that…

  • FIFA Women’s World Cup: Spain moves to QFs for first time, Japan sinks Norway to clinch final eight spot

    FIFA Women’s World Cup: Spain moves to QFs for first time, Japan sinks Norway to clinch final eight spot

    Wellington [New Zealand], August 5 (ANI): A brace from Aitana Bonmati helped Spain defeat Switzerland by 5-1 to clinch a spot in the quarterfinal of the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time ever. Switzerland had three clean sheets through which they could top Group A, but under mere five minutes, midfielder Bonmati breached…

  • Strongest thunderstorms of the decade coming to Finland on Monday

    Strongest thunderstorms of the decade coming to Finland on Monday

    This article provides detailed advice on safeguarding yourself and your belongings during the approaching thunderstorms. The Impending Storm: A Familiar Scenario According to meteorologists, the warm air mass building up could lead to thunderstorms as early as Sunday, with the peak intensity anticipated on Monday. The energy available to thunderclouds is comparable to that of…

  • Helsinki enhances urban greenery on five streets in the city center

    Helsinki enhances urban greenery on five streets in the city center

    The following five streets have been selected for the new planting areas, with the number of parking spaces to be removed indicated in parentheses: Eerikinkatu (3 parking spaces) Alppikatu (2 parking spaces) Kinaporinkatu (4 parking spaces) Päijänteentie (5 parking spaces) Kuortaneenkatu (3 parking spaces) The specific greenery to be planted, including street trees, tree-like shrubs,…

  • Finnish know-how in floating house construction captivates the world

    Finnish know-how in floating house construction captivates the world

    As a result, Finnish floating construction know-how is already serving as an export product worldwide, although domestic experiences are relatively limited compared to some neighboring countries. With Finland boasting an extensive network of waterways, including 56,000 lakes over a hectare in size, 38,800 km of wide riverbeds, and 46,200 km of coastline, the natural conditions…

  • The IRGC chief sees no safety for those who desecrate the Koran

    The IRGC chief sees no safety for those who desecrate the Koran

    TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Major General Hossein Salami, warned the perpetrators of desecration of the Holy Qur’an that they will have no security and must be severely punished. – Politics News – In a statement on Saturday, IRGC commanders said the Muslims will soon take revenge on all those…

  • Desecration of the Koran in Sweden sets off an outcry in Iran

    Desecration of the Koran in Sweden sets off an outcry in Iran

    TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Huge crowds of Iranian Muslims held demonstrations in Tehran and other cities on Friday to protest the desecration of the Holy Quran in Sweden. – Politics News – The mass meetings were held in major Iranian cities on Friday, a day after a Sweden-based Iraqi refugee desecrated the Muslim holy book during…

  • NATO applicant’s embassy burned over Koran-burning stunt

    NATO applicant’s embassy burned over Koran-burning stunt

    The incident marks the second chaotic demonstration at the facility in recent weeks A large crowd of insurgents stormed the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, Iraq and set fire to the building, early Thursday morning. The angry demonstration in Iraq is seen as a response to the latest in a series of protests planned for Stockholm,…

  • NATO applicant’s embassy burned over Koran-burning stunt

    NATO applicant’s embassy burned over Koran-burning stunt

    The incident marks the second chaotic demonstration at the facility in recent weeks A large crowd of insurgents stormed the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, Iraq and set fire to the building, early Thursday morning. The angry demonstration in Iraq is seen as a response to the latest in a series of protests planned for Stockholm,…

  • Fee for using the car park at the Black Beach

    Fee for using the car park at the Black Beach

    Charges for parking at Reynisfjara beach are due to be introduced next week. Íris Guðnadóttir, one of the owners of the area, says that the purpose of introducing the fee is primarily to cover the costs of maintaining and modernizing the infrastructure and the functioning of the area. “There is a huge influx of tourists…

  • The road to the eruption site is open

    The road to the eruption site is open

    The eruption area is accessible from the southern coastal road. A route known as Meradalir leads to it. No other roads or access roads have been opened. This is according to a statement issued by the police in Suðurnes. The Icelandic Meteorological Institute has released an updated hazard map for the area. The distance from…

  • The study reveals underground climate change as a silent threat to global cities

    The study reveals underground climate change as a silent threat to global cities

    The study suggests that rising temperatures may have already contributed to the deterioration of buildings, and these problems are likely to continue in the coming years. While the effects of rising temperatures on infrastructure are undoubtedly a concern, scientists also see it as a potential opportunity. They propose the recovery of underground waste heat from…

  • Aspartame: WHO Agency for Research on Cancer Considers Possible Carcinogenicity, Sparking Debate in Food Industry and Regulatory Circles

    Aspartame: WHO Agency for Research on Cancer Considers Possible Carcinogenicity, Sparking Debate in Food Industry and Regulatory Circles

    IARC and the World Health Organization (WHO) Cancer Research Group classify aspartame as “possibly carcinogenic to humans” for the first time. This assessment is based on a comprehensive assessment of all available published evidence on its potential hazards. It is important to note that IARC’s assessment does not take into account safe consumption levels for…