Tag: Rings
The speculation about Putin’s double
Russia Correspondent Maria Persson Löfgren talks about the speculation that Vladimir Putin has doppelgangers trained to act exactly like the president. Hear what speaks for and against that the rumors are true. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a new story every weekday morning. With host Robin Olin and Sveriges Radio’s sharpest journalists. Host: […]
That’s how dangerous a glass of wine a day is
Sveriges Radio’s science commentator Ulrika Björkstén talks about the research that shows that alcohol can be harmful even in small amounts. But the question is whether the Swedes are prepared to drink less? The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a new story every weekday morning. With host Robin Olin and Sveriges Radio’s sharpest journalists. […]
The dark story behind the death of star runner Agnes Tirop
Ekot’s dig reporter Emelie Rosen tells about how she examined the extreme world elite in running together with Radiosportens Alexander Lundholm. It is a story about exploited women and men with power that rules their lives. Hear what the running star’s sponsors and agent really knew about how she was doing in the time before […]
Danish fleet present near Nord Stream 2 media
A vessel used by military divers was spotted near the sabotaged pipeline after discovering a mystery, national dailies report The Royal Danish Navy is believed to be conducting a diving operation east of the island of Bornholm, not far from the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline that was damaged by an explosion. Berlingske newspaper reported […]
How to design a restaurant with good acoustic properties
Customers can become frustrated and miscommunicate with servers in a loud and disruptive restaurant environment. It’s common for seasoned diners to have an easier time hearing someone three tables away than the person across the table – and unless you’re in a nightclub, that’s often seen negatively. Good restaurant acoustics provide a more pleasant environment […]
Therefore, Swedish sex buyers are not sentenced to prison
Ekot’s crime reporter Simon Andrén gives the story of Sweden’s new sex purchase law. After “Operation Torsk” there was a debate about the purchase of sex and the law was changed so that the fine penalty was removed. Imprisonment is now the law’s only punishment. But after a number of cases have been tried, still […]
The storm of criticism against football’s most powerful man
Radio sports Susanna Andrén gives the story about how a Swiss lawyer became the one who rules world football. The World Cup in Qatar was a highlight of Infantino’s career, and despite a lack of confidence in Europe, he seems to have no plans to relinquish the chairman’s baton. In Fifa’s presidential election on Thursday […]
Finnair cancels its plan to outsource the cabin crew
The deal brings changes to the rules of stopover hotels and the payment of long-haul flights.
That is why the politicians refuse to lower the price of food
Economic commentator Kristian Åström tells the story of how Swedish politicians have so far stayed away from controlling food prices. But in the 70s it was different. Then a group of housewives from Skärholmen managed to get Prime Minister Olof Palme to listen and lower the price of food. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings […]
The tactics that make Erdogan a feared negotiator
Sveriges Radio’s Turkey correspondent Johan Mathias Sommarström tells how President Recep Tayyip Erdogan does to win negotiations. Erdogan is known as a tough negotiator. But at the same time, you can never count him out – at the last moment he can completely turn around. On March 9, talks between Turkey, Sweden and Finland about […]
From inside the prison camp where Putin’s soldiers are locked up
Correspondent Caroline Kernen has been allowed to enter a prison camp in Ukraine where Russian soldiers are imprisoned. Hear her talk about the men she met and why they fought in Putin’s army. One of them is a former prisoner recruited by the infamous Wagner group. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story […]
The hoax about the cows’ farts
Ekot’s dig reporter Daniel Öhman tells about an information campaign with unscientific claims about how milk production affects the climate. Hear Ekot’s examination of how cows’ farts and burps affect the climate and why the milk industry spreads claims that are dismissed by scientists. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday […]
So the Kurdish question is sacrificed to appease Erdoğan
Swedish Radio’s presenter Johar Bendjelloul tells about Swedish politicians who quickly changed their position on Kurdish groups after Sweden applied for membership in NATO. Hear how groups previously seen as allies are now being described as dubious with links to terrorists. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday morning with host […]
I-League: Sudeva Delhi become the first team to be relegated after a 3-3 draw against NEROCA FC
New Delhi [India]March 1 (ANI): Sudeva Delhi FC became the first team to be relegated from the I-League 2022-23 after playing out a 3-3 draw against NEROCA FC at the Chhatrasal Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. In a match that featured plenty of quality goals, NEROCA took a two-goal lead through Bayi Kamo Stephane […]
The battle over the stolen cultural treasures
Swedish Radio’s culture reporter My Benaissa tells the story of how activists break into museums and how Europe begins to give in to their demands to return cultural treasures. Hear about a historic turn in who has the right to cultural heritage objects. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday morning […]
The Swedish Academy’s tactics for ducking new crises
Sveriges Radio’s cultural editorial office Gunnar Bolin tells the story of how the Swedish Academy is trying to modernize itself out of the crisis without losing its historical flair. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday morning. With the presenter Robin Olin and Sveriges Radio’s sharpest journalists. Host: Robin Olin Guest: […]
The Swedish Academy’s tactics for ducking new crises
Sveriges Radio’s cultural editorial office Gunnar Bolin tells the story of how the Swedish Academy is trying to modernize itself out of the crisis without losing its historical flair. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday morning. With the presenter Robin Olin and Sveriges Radio’s sharpest journalists. Host: Robin Olin Guest: […]
Many children connected to ventilators due to streptococcus
This winter, a large strep epidemic raged in the country, and infections were much worse than usual, especially in children, the elderly and the sick taking immunosuppressive drugs. “We’ve been very busy in the intensive care unit lately,” says Ragnar Bjarnason, head physician at Hringsins Children’s Hospital, referring to the fact that many children had […]
The fiasco with Putin’s hypermodern tank
Sweden’s Radio’s Russia expert Fredrik Wadström gives the story of the new T-14 Armata tank developed by President Putin to compete with the most advanced tanks in the Western world. Now there is speculation that the tank is not even ready for battle. Hear about the propaganda project that could be a complete fiasco. The […]
The automatic weapon used in the Swedish gang war
The freelance journalist Karwan Faraj tells how weapons from the Balkans end up in the hands of gang criminals in Biskopsgården in Gothenburg. Together with Martin Jönsson, he has made the series Smuggelsverige in P1 Dokumentär. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday morning. With host Robin Olin and Sveriges Radio’s […]
The Snippa storm after the acquittal of the rape verdict
Sveriges Radio’s language supervisor Lena Olausson tells the story of how the word snipe came about and how the definition in a dictionary could be so decisive in a court case. In the high-profile court case, a man was charged on suspicion of raping a 10-year-old girl. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a […]
The mystery of the young Vetland woman’s death
On Saturday, October 15, three young women are at a night club in Vetlanda. Afterwards, one of them is found dead. P4 Jönköping’s reporter Petra Levinson tells about his search for the truth about what happened to the dead woman and how the pieces of the puzzle slowly begin to fall into place. The news […]
Kääri represents Finland in Eurovision
Käärijä’s victory was no small feat, as he won the landslide and secured a total of 539 points. Second-placed Portion Boys earned silver with 152 points. In the competition for the UMK trophy, seven songs with strong cues were pitted against each other. The Finnish public had a majority say in how the voting went, […]
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% […]
A new restaurant model combining digitization and training is launched in Finland to strengthen novice restaurateurs
The UG restaurant concept is designed to make life easier for restaurant guests by bringing six different restaurant concepts under the same roof, the offerings of which complement each other. The digital service experience is at the core of the UG restaurant model, which makes the restaurant experience smoother and more agile. Customers can combine […]
A new online service for Ukrainian immigrants to apply for residence in Finland
Housing is essential for immigrants because it enables access to municipal services, including health and social services, childcare and education, and social benefits. Residence is determined based on the applicant’s place of residence, and it is not compulsory to apply for it. Applying is voluntary, but it is highly recommended for those who want to […]
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 […]
The situation in the schools of the capital region is worrying, the police tell HS
The police quite often get tips about possible drug dealing in schools, but the raid was carried out based on exceptionally solid information, he told the newspaper. The police, he emphasized, rarely decide to raid a school with barking dogs and do so only after careful consideration. “If we suspect there are drugs in a […]
KONE is renewing its operating model
The company’s geographical areas have greater responsibility for their commercial strategy. This gives them even more flexibility to respond to local customer needs and market conditions, and gives them better opportunities to take advantage of growth opportunities. The task of global operations is to ensure the common direction and strategic development of KONE’s business operations. […]
Helsinki’s Chinese New Year celebration is crowned by a dance procession on Keskuskatu
Helsinki’s Chinese New Year brings a little joy to the dark time of the year and invites citizens to enjoy the day’s traditional program. The festival event will take place on Saturday, January 21, on Keskuskatu, between Kaivokatu and Aleksanterinkatu, ice sculpture performances from 10 am to 3 pm and dragon and lion dance from […]
Tourism will return to pre-pandemic levels in some areas in 2023
Depending, among other things, on the extent of the economic recession, the continued recovery of tourism in the Asia-Pacific region, and the development of Russia’s aggression in Ukraine. All areas will be restored More than 900 million tourists traveled internationally in 2022 – double the number in 2021, though still 63% of pre-pandemic levels, according […]
Educa 2023 brings together the Finnish education and training sector at the Helsinki Fair Center
Speakers in the international program include, among others, the chairman of the Teaching Trade Union OAJ, Katariina Murto; Minister of Education, Lee Andersson; and professor of education at the University of Helsinki, Minna Huotilainen. On the online platform, visitors can follow the program and talk with the exhibitors who appeared at the Educa event. For […]
Kela brings an instant interpretation service to speakers of a foreign language
The mobile application-based service is available at most Kela service points.
Police, security guards on trial for the forced transfer of asylum seekers’ hijabs
Seven police officers and security guards from the Häme Police Department are accused of forcing female asylum seekers to take off their head coverings for registration photos.
Crazier than Christmas: Don’t give up!
Hi! My name is Vivienne.” You say hello, I say goodbyeI worked my way around the small group, introducing myself to them one by one and receiving a name in response. Very soon I found myself back with my friend and we talked until I decided it was time to leave, walked around the small […]
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, […]
Right now: Nooshi Dadgostar in Ekot’s party leadership hearing
Today it is the Left Party leader Nooshi Dadgostar’s turn to be questioned in the party leadership hearing in P1 morning with Monica Saarinen and Johar Bendjelloul. The V leader is last in Ekot’s party leader hearings, which have been going on for almost two weeks. Ulf Kristersson (M), Magdalena Andersson (S), Per Bolund (MP), […]
Annie Lööf (C) in Ekot’s party leader hearing
You will find all of Ekot’s party leader hearings on the page Val 2022. The party leaders will be questioned in P1 morning at 07.15. Here is the order: 8/8 Ulf Kristersson (M) 9/8 Magdalena Andersson (S) 10/8 Per Bolund (MP) 11/8 Johan Pehrson (L) 15/8 Jimmie Åkesson (SD) 16/8 Ebba Busch (KD) 17/8 Annie […]
Jimmie Åkesson (SD) in Ekot’s party leader hearing
You will find all of Ekot’s party leader hearings on the page Val 2022. The party leaders will be questioned in P1 morning at 07.15. Here is the order: 8/8 Ulf Kristersson (M) 9/8 Magdalena Andersson (S) 10/8 Per Bolund (MP) 11/8 Johan Pehrson (L) 15/8 Jimmie Åkesson (SD) 16/8 Ebba Busch (KD) 17/8 Annie […]
420: Wallet election without election promises
Ulf Kristersson (M), Magdalena Andersson (S), Per Bolund (MP) and Johan Pehrson (L) have all been interviewed in Ekot’s party leader hearings during the week. They were asked questions about everything from property tax to mining, free schools, government cooperation and human rights in Turkey. What were the key messages and why did the party […]
Finland’s main parties support the abolition of Russian tourist visas
The straw poll conducted by STT gives strong support for banning new tourist visas for Russian citizens. The agency asked the leaders of the largest parliamentary delegations whether Finland should stop issuing tourist visas to Russian citizens due to the country’s invasion of Ukraine, which is now in its sixth month. The leaders of each […]
Europe engulfed by a new covid-19 wave, says ECDC expert
STOCKHOLM, July 20 (Xinhua) – Europe is engulfed by a new covid-19 wave as the number of new infections has tripled in six weeks, the Stockholm-based European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said on Wednesday. The wave is mainly driven by the Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5, which account for 80 percent of […]
Finnair predicts a third year of losses, promises a new strategy
The national airline Finnair predicts that this year will be its third consecutive year of significant losses. On Tuesday, the company reported comparable operating losses of around 84 million euros in April-June, compared to 151 million euros a year earlier. It was worse than the analyst panel predicted, reports the financial newspaper Kauppalehti. It cites […]
Canada ratifies Finland, Sweden’s accession protocol, to join NATO
OTTAWA, July 5 (Xinhua) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Tuesday that Canada is ratifying the accession protocols of Finland and Sweden to join NATO. “Canada became the first country to ratify the accession protocols of Finland and Sweden to join NATO. This brings the two countries one step closer to full membership,” […]
Roskilde 2022: Samba Touré brings the desert blues to the Pavilion stage
Mali’s cultural and musical heritage has been hailed worldwide for its unique qualities – with musicians such as Ali Farka Touré, Rokia Traoré, Tinariwen and Amadou & Mariam raising the flag high for the musical heritage of the desert nation. Beyond the diversity of styles and musicality, the conflict-ridden nation is far from the ideal […]
Roskilde 2022: Snail Mail delivers
Guitarist and singer-songwriter Lindsey Jordan first appeared as Snail Mail in 2015 at the age of just 15 years. A year later, she released her first EP. Two more years later – after reportedly bringing 15 different label offerings to high school – she dropped her first album, Lush, to critical acclaim. Last night, a […]
Roskilde 2022: Alogte Oho & His Sounds of Joy woo Roskilde’s Avalon audience with a masterful performance
This year’s Roskilde Festival, the 50th edition of the annual wizard, means so many things – for so many different people in light of the current situation in the world. With more changes than the mind can possibly muster that affect Roskilde’s return after its three-year imposed break, this reviewer was particularly keen to get […]
Roskilde 2022: Polo G brings the rap rouser the audience wanted – but something is wrong
It’s ten minutes to eight, and Polo G is delayed. On this baking-Wednesday afternoon, Roskilde Festival’s area is only just opened to the masses. The audience floats over the edge of the Arena Scenes pavilion. The murmur inside sounds like a biblical swarm of horseflies. The restless crowd sets ties on the Seven Nation Army […]
Roskilde 2022: Yakuza brings a straight-to-your-face attitude
It only took a few minutes before Yakuza showed that she knows how to control a crowd. “Who is that bitch?” she kept asking, and the audience replied, “I’m that bitch.” This led to her playing ‘Den bich’ with a precise flow and fast-paced tempo – an energetic performance that left the audience wanting much […]
This week’s editorial: The new normal
The war in Ukraine is no longer front page news in Denmark. But the war is still going on and growing in ferocity as more heavy weapons are placed at the front. The Russians knock missiles and artillery into enemy positions; the Ukrainians are waiting for heavy weapons to arrive and retaliate. There does not […]
Midsummer’s Day marked the hottest temperatures in Finland for the year
The forecasts for the beginning of the week turned out to be correct, as the Midsummer weather is not only hot, but brings with it the highest temperatures of the year. The highest temperature so far in the summer, 29.7 degrees Celsius, was measured in Liperi, North Karelia, on the day after Midsummer at 3 […]
The radical platform the whole United States is talking about
Over the weekend, Republican politicians and state convention activists gathered in Houston, Texas. There, they decided on a political platform where Joe Biden is not recognized as the rightful president of the United States. The interrogations about the storm continue At the same time, the hearings in Congress on the storming of the Capitol continue […]
Lokal Round-Up: Chokerende knivstikkeri af læge bedøver beboere på Amager
Et chokerende knivstikkeri på Amager i går har fået en læge til at kæmpe for sit liv. Det formodes, at lægen var på hjemmebesøg på Holmbladsgade, en vej, der går fra Amagerbrogade i retning mod Amager Strand, som var spærret af efter hændelsen. Den mistænkte er en 30-årig mandDen ansvarlige mand, som blev anholdt hurtigt […]
Testimonies that Trump does not want to hear
On January 6, 2021, the US Congress was stormed by Trump supporters. Many people were shaken and several died in the violent attack. The hearings in the US Congress have now begun in an attempt to find out who is to blame. Harsh criticism is leveled at Trump The Congressional committee sharply criticizes the former […]
Mosquito chicks hatch with a live camera in Kuopio
The first chick has hatched in the live camera of the Kuopio osprey nest. The city of Kuopio announced on Friday that the chick hatched on Thursday at 13.20. The hatching of the chicks has started as expected. There are two more unshelled eggs in the nest. The first egg was found on May 2 […]
SAS gets Denmark postponed in the wake of nightmare suckers
Some strings attached A broad majority in the Folketing today not only agreed to forgive DKK 3.5 billion in debt to SAS, but also to increase Denmark’s ownership share in the airline from around 21.8 per cent to up to 30 per cent. However, the government has demanded that SAS find other investors to support […]
The study reveals changes in the brain structure of anorexic people
Understanding why some people develop anorexia while others do not is largely unknown, although biological factors are widely known. These new findings, based on an extensive brain scan analysis of patients around the world and published in the journal Biological Psychiatry, provide some answer to the question. They reveal that people with anorexia have a […]
EMMA is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Espoo by donating a public sculpture
On the green bench of Toppelundinranta sits a human-sized figure welcoming passers-by to sit next to him. Nelli from Espoo is a bronze sculpture by Kerttu Horila that delights both Espoo residents and guests. The nomadic sculpture moves regularly and brings joy to a new neighborhood every year. The Espoo Youth Council decides on the […]
The joys of moving home to Denmark
There are many joys associated with moving home here in Denmark. Arriving at a crime sceneThe biggest one welcomes you the moment you randomly step into your new home. Because press the light switch and you remain in total darkness. You look up in amazement to see that the luminaire is gone. Not the bulb. […]
Sanctions for Finnish fish farmers
The ponds of Finnish fish farms are full of rings that were originally intended for export to Russia and could be grown for sale on the domestic market. However, raising them all to adulthood would require extended environmental permits. Fish farming activities in Finland require an environmental permit, which defines restrictions on the number of […]
Residence permits for highly skilled workers accelerated to 14 days
From the beginning of June, eligible experts and growth entrepreneurs – as well as their family members – will be granted a residence permit within 14 days. Minister of Labor Tuula Haatainen (SDP) said this "fast track" the residence permit considerably speeds up the application process. According to the government’s proposal, the application period for […]
Finnair is reducing summer flights to Japan and increasingly focusing on Western markets
The ban on flights imposed by Russia at the end of February on airlines in 36 countries, including Finland, will remain in force until the end of May, but Finnair is preparing for a long extension. The effects of the ban have been taken into account in both the company’s summer and winter schedules, he […]
Ex-NATO insider offers Turkey plan to manipulate bloc
Ankara has a chance to use the situation to achieve its goals, says Naim Baburoglu Turkey should take full advantage of the historic opportunity that Finland and Sweden offer to join NATO, said retired Turkish Brigadier General Naim Baburoglu. The two Nordic nations have applied to become members of the US-led military bloc in the […]
WHO issues a forecast for the spread of monkey pox
The spread of the rare virus could “accelerate” in the summer, warns the UN health agency’s highest official in Europe Europe should expect a wave of cases of monkey pox in the coming months, according to Hans Kluge, the World Health Organization’s top official on the continent. “As we enter the summer season … with […]
Part 2/2: The Bird Singing Night 2022
Two minutes after midnight, the eight-hour live broadcast starts – a special program from the Naturmorgon editorial staff. Reporters and bird experts follow how the birds wake up from north to south. The hosts Mats Ottosson and Jenny Berntson Djurvall holds together this mastodon broadcast from an outdoor studio in Osaby in Småland. The five […]
Part 1/2: The Bird Singing Night 2022
Two minutes after midnight, the eight-hour live broadcast starts – a special program from the Naturmorgon editorial staff. Reporters and bird experts follow how the birds wake up from north to south. The hosts Mats Ottosson and Jenny Berntson Djurvall holds together this mastodon broadcast from an outdoor studio in Osaby in Småland. The five […]
Medals with meaning: Restoring their reputation after the horrors of Medallion Man, rappers and ‘Jim’ll fix it’
In the early to mid-20th century, military men wore their medals with pride. Victoria and the Iron Cross, legions of honor and purple hearts – when they really stood for something. In the 1970s came ‘The Medallion Man’. The fabric was gone, the shirt open and the chest bare: a quick way to a woman’s […]
In November, Slush 2022 will bring almost one trillion euros of venture capital to Finland
This year, 4,200 startup founders and operators and 2,200 investors are expected to join Slush. This group of investors manages almost a trillion in growth capital. “For the founder of the start-ups, this means that during Slush, there will be quite one investor per start-up in Helsinki. There is no better place for start-ups in […]
Senator McConnell: The United States could vote on Finland’s NATO application before August
On Monday, the leader of the Republican minority in the U.S. Senate Mitch McConnell said he hoped the US Congress would vote on Finland’s NATO application "as soon as possible," and before lawmakers take a break in August. He said that Finland’s NATO application has strong mutual support, calling on the international organization "the most […]
Mental form of health: Living in this moment!
I just got home from vacation in India: a month of festivals, family, weddings, travel and more. I love visiting this beautiful, huge, diverse country where you see people from all walks of life – both social status and economic levels. There is a lot of competition in India, whether it is studies or work, […]
The world-acclaimed ‘The Comedy Store’ will arrive in Copenhagen on Saturday 14 May
The Comedy Store brings high-level stand-up comedy in English to the Bremen Theater on Saturday 14 May. Described as the birthplace of alternative comedy in the UK, The Comedy Store has been a starting point for careers for countless stand-up stars, with people like Michael McIntyre, Eddie Izzard and Jimmy Carr all performing on their […]
Saimaannorpa live camera back in high demand
The Wildlife Conservation Group (WWF) re-launched its popularity Norppalive webcast for the seventh year in a row on Wednesday. The live broadcast, which attracts millions of viewers every year, broadcasts a live image of one of the Saimaa ringed seal’s favorite places. The Wildlife Foundation hopes that direct images will not only raise awareness of […]
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 […]
The Bank of Finland calls for more measures to curb household indebtedness
“Households need to assess their debt service capacity to ensure that it can withstand rising interest rates, rising everyday costs and potential uncertainty in the labor market.” advised Marja NykänenDeputy Governor of the Bank of Finland. The European Central Bank is likely to raise its reference rate this autumn at the latest. However, market expectations […]
Bulgaria climbs 21 places in the freedom of expression index
Bulgaria climbs 21 places in Reporters Without Borders annually and is now 91st instead of 112, as it was last year, said the Association of European Journalists. The index, which measures freedom of expression in 180 countries each year, shows a doubling of polarization combined with information chaos around the world, Reporters Without Borders states. […]
Sweden could introduce new measures to combat a possible new covid-19 wave
STOCKHOLM, May 2 (Xinhua) – Just a month after Sweden announced that covid-19 is no longer considered dangerous, and abolished health measures to combat the disease, the country’s public health authority said on Monday that they are ready to introduce new restrictive measures should still be a wave hit the country. In one of three […]
Applying for Kela’s first new parental benefit applications began yesterday
The family leave reform introduces three new parental benefits, known separately as special pregnancy allowance, maternity allowance and parental allowance. Parents who are expecting a child on or after 4 September 2022 and parents who adopt a child who will be taken into their care on or after 31 July 2022 are eligible for support. […]
Finland bans smoking on playgrounds and beaches
The stricter, reformed tobacco law entered into force on 1 May as part of a long-term strategy to eliminate Finland from smoking. From Sunday, smoking on playgrounds and public beaches will be prohibited. The ban on smoking on the beaches is in force from the beginning of May to the end of September each year. […]
International Dance Day 2022: The health benefits of dance
International Dance Day is celebrated every year on April 29 to promote the importance and significance of dance as an art and to honor various forms of dance around the world. The day also celebrates the birthday of the French dancer and modern ballet master and creator Jean-Georges Noverre. Dancing not only relieves stress but […]
Holger Rune gets a landmark victory
Finnish strong?– It was a difficult match from the beginning. He is in the top three in the world and has played some incredible tennis, especially in the last year of winning so many great titles, ” said Rune after the match. “I have great respect for him and of course I did not expect […]
Sunny start to the week, but a cool May Day ahead
Predictors say the last week of April begins in the sun, but ends in the cold, at the same time as the May Day celebrations. "On Monday and Tuesday, there may still be more than ten degrees Celsius in southern Finland. But overall, the weather is getting cooler early next week," Meteorologist of the Finnish […]
Judges send Assange extradition decision to UK government
A British judge on Wednesday formally approved the extradition of Julian Assange to the United States to be charged with espionage. The matter will now go to the UK Home Secretary for a decision, although the WikiLeaks founder still has legal recourse to appeal. The decision, which brings the year-long extradition dispute closer to an […]
Easter 2022: How to make …
Easter lamb Joints of lambSalt pepperOnionCarrotStem of celeryLaurel leafDifferent herbsGarlic350 ml beer 1 Start planning well in advance of Easter, and scan the freezer departments of local supermarkets. Lamb joints, both legs and shoulders, usually from New Zealand, are usually offered at discounts and can be purchased at half price by a fresh joint closer […]
Finland’s first science satellite, Foresail-1, is ready for space: Aalto University
The satellite’s journey from Otaniemi, Espoo, will begin in a few days. The first stop is Berlin, Germany, where the satellite will be integrated into the launch adapter. German launch service provider EXOLaunch will supply Foresail-1 for its designated rocket. In the summer, the satellite will be launched with the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from […]
The Sports Court explains the rejection of the Russian World Cup appeal
CAS has explained why it refused to lift a ban on Russia competing in international football The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has said that its decision to reject an appeal by Russia of their ban from competing in international football was due to concerns about theoretically damaging the integrity of international football if […]
Boris Johnson fined for the parties during the lockdown
London police are now announcing that the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be fined for violating the country’s covid restrictions. This after parties were held in the government quarters in London during the pandemic. The scandal with parties and gatherings on 10 Downing Street has been named “Partygate”, and has so far resulted in […]
Researchers have been reconstructing Arctic amplification indices over the past millennium
BEIJING, April 12 (Xinhua) – Researchers have reconstructed the Arctic amplification index over the past 1,000 years and found that the index has decreased over time, according to the Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The Arctic has warmed more than twice as much as the global average since the pre-industrial […]
Russia is preparing new cases against UEFA and FIFA media
The Russian Football Federation (RFU) will create new moods, according to a report The Russian football authorities will claim compensation in new cases against governing bodies UEFA and FIFA at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), a Russian media report has claimed. The Russian Football Federation (RFU) will claim financial damages due to sponsorship […]
Finnish startup community: Four percent of GDP for research and development
In the economic environment overshadowed by the COVID19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, the Finnish government’s decision to invest in research and development (R&D) also brings confidence in the future among startup entrepreneurs. “This was also the case during the recession of the 1990s, when we were able to gather the results of the […]
Social entrepreneur Markus Raivio has been chosen as Finland’s first Ashoka Fellow
The first Finn to join an international network promoting social innovation Among other things, Raivio, who came up with ideas for cultural workshops that support the resources of mental health professionals, was chosen as a Fellow due to the systemic change he has managed to achieve in the field of mental health care in Finland. […]
Lifestyle changes that improve your results
Living in a fast-paced world exposes us to new daily events. Each new day brings a new craze, new technology, advances that all cumulatively affect our lives. Given the huge impact these new developments have on our lives and daily activities, it is foolish to live life without making enough changes to your lifestyle. Why […]
March was exceptionally sunny in Finland, the researchers say
In March, with the exception of northern Lapland, the sun shone clearly more than usual, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute. The last time so much sun was shining in Finland was in March, almost ten years ago, in 2013. High pressure typically brings clear skies, and this was also the case in Finland last […]
Treat yourself to Weltschmerz… even if you are not Danish
There is still time to see a performance of ‘Jolly Weltschmerz’ before the end of the performance in the Knights’ Hall in Frederiksberg, a venue best known as an excellent children’s theater, which has now expanded its repertoire to include adult performances. Suitable for non-Danes?The big question is whether a non-Danish speaking person could enjoy […]
Viktor Orbán – vänsterstudenten som blev Ungerns konservativa ledare
Söndag 3 april går Ungern till val. Orbáns relation till Putin EU-landet Ungern har medverkat till fördömanden och sanktioner mot Ryssland efter invasionen av Ukraina. Därom har han sagt nej till att sluta importera rysk olja och gas. ”Dilemmat för Orbán har varit att hans relation till Putin varit alltför god. Det har han fått […]
Linköping and the new violence, part 1: The victim who chose to talk
In less than a year, there have been 16 shootings in Linköping. Six people have been murdered and three people have been injured in the shootings, in two serious cases where both victims were shot close to the head. Only one of the shootings has been prosecuted. It is about an assassination attempt in the […]
Instagram brings back the chronological feed
The first is called Tracking, and this is the chronological feed for each post in each account you follow, while the second is called Favorites. You can add up to 50 accounts as favorites, and when you select this feed, you’ll only see their posts – even sorted chronologically. In addition, messages from your favorite […]
The secret behind casino bonuses – here’s what you need to know
Today, most of the land-based casinos have started operating online. The main reason is that online casinos have greater exposure and offer more flexibility to their users. Like any other online business and service provider, online casinos have special offers like bet365 bonusfor example, that is unique to them and their customers. Each casino has […]
Thursday Magazines: Larger stocks, a turnaround in the weather and a mathematically challenging oligarch
By Janne KänkänenAccording to the CEO of the Security of Supply Center (Nesa), there may be a need for larger warehouses in Finland. The CEO told Kauppalehti that the war of aggression in Russia in Ukraine could have far-reaching consequences for Finland’s security of supply and that the war would affect many different critical sectors. […]
US warns of Russian chemical weapons
NATO meeting in Brussels This week, the world’s NATO leaders gather for a summit in Brussels. US President Joe Biden will be present and we wonder what message he will have for his European allies and Ukraine. Historical nomination for HD Ketanji Brown Jackson has made history as the first black woman to be nominated […]
