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THL laajentaa neljännen koronapistoksen yli 70-vuotiaiksi
Terveyden ja hyvinvoinnin laitos (THL) on laajentanut suosituksensa neljänneksi Covid-rokoteannokseksi riskiryhmiin kuuluville 70–79-vuotiaille. Tiedote tuli torstaina, kun THL:n ja sosiaali- ja terveysministeriön virkamiehet pitivät viimeisen sovitun viikoittaisen Covid-tiedotuksensa ennen kesää. THL suosittelee nyt, että kunnat antaisivat neljännen annoksen Covid-rokotetta yli 70-vuotiaille riskiryhmissä 1 ja 2 vähintään kolmen kuukauden kuluttua kolmannesta rokotuksesta. Ryhmään 1 kuuluvat ihmiset, […]
THL: There are too many coronavirus-related deaths
There have been significantly more coronavirus-related deaths this year than in previous years. The Department of Health and Welfare THL has so far registered 2,800 since the beginning of 2022. According to THL, 1,163 people died of the coronavirus in 2021. According to Statistics Finland’s cause-of-death statistics, 558 people died of coronavirus infection in 2020. […]
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 […]
Eating problems are common among elderly home care clients
The study is part of the University of Eastern Finland’s Nutrition, Oral Health and Medication (NutOrMed) study, the results of which were reported in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dental Research. The study sample included 250 home care clients aged 75 and over living in Eastern Finland. Participants were interviewed at their home by […]
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 […]
Finland may have given up face masks too early, Lindén says
“But I would have liked the mask to continue to be used at least until May.” The National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) abandoned its extensive mask recommendation in mid-April. According to Lindén, the decision was sudden and surprising. “It almost immediately stopped using the mask,” he told the newspaper. Lindén has seen a […]
Xinhua Middle East News Summary at 2200 GMT, 27 May
ISTANBUL – Turkey expects Sweden and Finland to take concrete steps and stop supporting terrorist organizations in exchange for Ankara raising objections to the two countries’ NATO membership, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said on Friday. “Both countries must take concrete steps. Our expectations are not impossible. They must stop supporting terrorism if they want […]
The number of Covid patients in the intensive care unit falls to a 9-month low
The number of Covid patients treated in hospitals has dropped significantly over the past week, the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) said on Thursday. The total number has fallen by more than half from a peak of 1,026 at the end of March. At the same time, the number of patients in intensive […]
Finland will replace Russian gas with the Baltic connection
The supply of natural gas from Russia to Finland ended on Saturday morning Olli Sipilä, CEO of the gas network company Gasgrid. Sipilä said that gas has instead started to flow to Finland from the Baltics and the transition has gone smoothly. "The Finnish system is currently in balance, commercially and physically. Of course, something […]
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 […]
THL: Finns will drink less alcohol in 2021
Last year, total alcohol consumption in Finland fell by three per cent compared to 2020, according to a report published by the Public Health Authority on Thursday. The agency explained in its release that the decline in consumption was mainly due to a dramatic decline in the amount of alcohol imported by travelers returning from […]
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 […]
The tax office reminds 1.8 million taxpayers to check pre-filled returns
Tuesday is the second of the three deadlines for repairs, with the next and final deadline being May 24, 2022. Taxpayers can check their refund dates online at OmaVeron or OmaVero online portal. The tax office also reminded users that pre-filled tax returns only need to be changed if they have been additions or changes. […]
Madelene Sagström opens with 63 to lead the Founders Cup
Madelene Sagström from Sweden shot a 9-under-par 63 to take the lead in the first round of the Cognizant Founders Cup on Thursday in Clifton, NJ Sagström hit the first four holes, rolled in three more straight at numbers 12-14 and ended the round with nine birdies and no bogeys at the Upper Montclair Country […]
Athletics: Several Olympic champions heading to the Doha Diamond League
Doha [Qatar]May 12 (ANI): The Doha Diamond League, made up of several Olympic champions, is ready to start on May 13 here at Qatar Sports Club. Diamond League is athletics’ most prestigious series that is in the top tier of World Athletics one-day meet competitions. The Diamond League 2022 consists of 13 meetings, starting with […]
HUS’s boss: Finland’s top death toll goes unnoticed
Insufficient information is provided on this year’s peak in Covid-19 deaths, Lasse LehtonenThe director of diagnostic services at Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) told Yle on Thursday. An inaccurate picture of the country’s pandemic situation could lead to fewer people looking for third doses of vaccines, also called booster vaccines, Lehtonen said, noting that if corona […]
Research: One-fifth of Finnish suicide victims had time on suicide day
The results show that seeking treatment has become more common, but the struggle of health professionals to detect and reduce the risk of suicide is also continuing. Marena Kukkonensuicide prevention expert from the Finnish Mental Health Association told me YLE on Monday said the lack of detection and absence of suicidal tendencies is likely due […]
The Finnish minister told CNN about NATO membership "extremely likely"
Finnish Minister for Europe and Corporate Governance Tytti Tuppurainen (SDP), told CNN on Monday that Finland is "extremely likely" apply for NATO membership. Speaking to the international news channel about Finland’s upcoming decision, he said that membership would be "a very natural answer" Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. He also told CNN that he hoped that […]
Center for Young People among Groups to Support Cannabis Decriminalization
The youth wing of the center has now joined other political groups to support the decriminalization of cannabis and the cultivation and sale of the plant for medical purposes. The issue was discussed at a meeting of the youth party delegation over the weekend. Attitudes towards cannabis have become more permissive over the years. Citizen […]
The Finnish head coach is different from the Russian volleyball team
Tuomas Sammelvuo has resigned from the position of coach of the Russian men’s volleyball team, according to Russian news media Sports-Express. The Russian Volleyball Association would have liked to have extended the Finnish agreement, the secretary general Alexander Jaramenko He told the news channel, but added that the issue is not so relevant now because […]
Monday’s papers: Covid concern, EU Day and full lipstick
Finland has become one of the most successful countries in Europe in managing the covid epidemic, and it has risen to the top of the global weekly Covid death statistics, tabloid Evening News (IS) writes. In fact, the country crossed the 4,000 mark on Thursday, up from 3,000 in just a month. By comparison, it […]
Finland wants to expel Wolt’s courier "earn too much"
The Finnish Immigration Service refused to apply for a residence permit from private contractor Muhammad Musah this spring because his income as a food courier was not "credible." According to the agency, Musah’s Wolt earnings were suspiciously high, with his average monthly turnover as a self-employed food courier last year averaging € 5,632. Musah, a […]
The Finnish THL is extending the recommendation to the fourth vaccination
THL on Thursday said The fourth injection, which can be given no earlier than three months after the third, is an attempt to increase and extend the level of protection against severe forms of coronavirus disease, especially fatal ones. Just over half (51%) of those aged 80 and over have received four doses and 87.5% […]
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 […]
Finland is extending the recommendation for a fourth dose of Covid
The Finnish public health authority THL has revealed its plans to expand the current recommendation to take a fourth Covid vaccine. Speaking at a coronavir press conference on Thursday morning, a THL spokesman said the recommendation now also applies to those in support or family care, as well as those with disabilities and disabilities. 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 […]
How to develop a consistent savings habit in 2022
We all love to enjoy luxury, even though it may cost some extra dollars. Whether it’s eating out at an expensive restaurant, buying designer clothes and accessories, an expensive car or trying our luck IGames, or kick it on the beach; we all have an excuse to spend more than we need. While most banks […]
MitID transition postponed by four months
The switch from NemID to MitID, a new improved digital security solution that enables secure access to sensitive information, has gone anything but smoothly. With the deadline of 1 June approaching with rapid steps, many in Denmark have not made the change: Especially since a visit to the nearest Citizen Service Center is required by […]
Finland will decide this week to expand the second Covid booster
The Public Health Authority THL and the National Vaccine Expert Group (Krar) will announce this week whether they are recommending that the second Covid booster vaccine be extended to younger adults. Currently, the fourth dose of the vaccine has only been given to people over the age of 80 who live in nursing homes and […]
Monday’s newspapers: Finland’s NATO Dating, school strike and brown fat
Finland’s security policy debate is advancing at an accelerating pace, and in recent weeks high-level figures have risen in favor of NATO membership. The opposition Finns’ council announced its accession to NATO over the weekend, but Iltalehti has a bigger bucket. Paper reports that president Sauli Niinistö May 12 approves Finland’s NATO membership. Niinistö has […]
The German Chancellor invites the Prime Ministers of Finland and Sweden to Berlin to discuss
prime minister Sanna Marin (SDP) will visit Berlin next week at the invitation of the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The government office announced in a press release that Marin will attend a meeting at the Schloss Meseberg castle retreat near Berlin on Tuesday, May 3rd. The Prime Minister of Sweden Magdalena Andersson will also take […]
Customs: Most food supplements sold online are against the rules
According to customs, there are serious shortcomings in food supplements sold online, as most products do not meet EU standards. A review by Customs in 2022 found that 80% of food supplements inspected did not comply with EU food safety regulations. The customs authorities took samples of products ordered from 24 Finnish online traders. The […]
HUS urges Covid to exercise caution before May Day
At one of the busiest parties of the year, on Labor Day or First of May just a few days away The National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) has stated that users should follow local recommendations to control the spread of covid-19. However, the Public Health Authority has not issued any specific instructions on […]
Trump’s fight against trans athletes
It is not just Trump who is warning of the consequences. Swedish experts also highlight the physical benefits of trans women and criticize the International Olympic Committee for being cowardly. But there are others who instead see transphobia and exclusion as a bigger problem. A program by Alexander Lundholm, 2022 Archive audio: SR, CNN, SwimSwam, […]
A large-scale accident training will be held at Helsinki-Vantaa
At Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, one of the largest major-accident training exercises ever will be held on Wednesday, with the participation of 15 different organizations and 450 people. "Normally, such a large exercise is held at the airport once a year. However, due to Covid, it was not possible to practice for a few years," said Jorma […]
The THL report reveals shortcomings in the management of the Covid pandemic
There were serious shortcomings in the Finnish authorities’ response and handling during the first year of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a survey of key public decision-makers in THL. The research report stated that "The ability of the Finnish health care system to anticipate a protracted crisis affecting society as a whole, which requires co-operation […]
Finland is reviewing other Covid support schemes for younger age groups
The National Vaccine Advisory Committee (Krar) is due to discuss the possible introduction of other booster doses of Covid in people under 80 on Friday. Last week, two experienced doctors in Finland – Eeva Swedish and Markku Broas – called on the health authorities to introduce a fourth Covid vaccine for younger age groups. Currently, […]
Guest opinion: Time to stop closing doors for transgender athletes and instead open our minds
Many people ask “Do transgender women belong in sports?” Honestly, if it was only up to me, this question would not even be asked. A transgender woman is a woman and deserves a place in women’s sports like any other woman or girl. That is my opinion. More than musclesI see you come up with […]
There is an increase in the flu in Finland in the spring
In Finland, there is an unusual increase in influenza cases in the spring, although the flu typically fades as the weather warms up. On Friday, the health authorities had registered 1,119 cases of influenza A in Finland. Raija Uusitalo-SeppäläThe chief doctor of the hospital district of Southwest Finland said that Covid was now spreading at […]
Beans with benefits: Roasting up in Valby
Did you know that Denmark is among the largest consumers of coffee in the world? In 2019, the Danes were in a total of fourth place – they consume about 8.7 kg per person each year. Yes, people here can drink coffee pretty much any time of the day and occasion. Another aspect that is […]
In the Finnish capital region, a wide-ranging mask recommendation is being scrapped
The mask is also recommended for people who have a compelling reason to move out of the home and who suspect they have contracted the virus, suffered from respiratory symptoms, or been exposed to the virus. Users of social and health services are also advised to follow the instructions given by the service provider. The […]
Finnair, VR drop mask requirement
The nationwide airline Finnair has announced that it will remove the requirement for passengers and cabin crew to wear masks on all flights. The change will take effect on Monday, April 25th. The only exception is if the use of face shields is an explicit requirement of the destination or country of origin. The company […]
The pandemic is likely to have peaked in Finland, but the patient load in hospitals is slowly declining, health authorities say
The number of coronavirus infections in Finland has fallen for the third week in a row, officials from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health and the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) said at a weekly press conference on Thursday. Although the number of new laboratory-confirmed infections has decreased in all age groups […]
Finnish nurses are ready to give up their profession, says Tehyn Rytkönen
Rytkönen revealed that nurses have expressed their readiness to relinquish the right to practice their profession from the Social and Health Inspectorate (Valvira). “To protect themselves specifically from a situation where a bailiff knocks on their door and forces them to act under threat of a fine.” Tehy and the Association of Nurses (Super) have […]
The coronavirus group in the Helsinki region is abandoning the general mask recommendation
The coronavirus coordination group in the metropolitan area on Wednesday recommended that people may choose to reduce the use of face shields in public places. The groupAn organization of officials, authorities and medical experts in the area said that children and young people in the cities of Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa are not required to […]
Sharks previously signed Michigan G Strauss Mann
The San Jose Sharks signed goalkeeper Strauss Mann to a one-year contract on Tuesday. The terms were not disclosed. “Strauss is a fast athletic goalkeeper with a history of leadership and success exemplified by the fact that he has been named the first goalkeeper captain at the University of Michigan in 78 years,” said Shin […]
Retail drops face mask recommendation
The Confederation of Finnish Trade Unions and the Finnish Grocery Trade Association (PTY) demanded on Tuesday to abandon the recommendations to use masks in shops and stores. After about two years of recommending the use of protective equipment, the groups ’announcement came shortly after the Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) announced that it was […]
THL alleviates mask recommendation in Finland
People with symptoms are advised to stay at home until the symptoms go away. The decision is justified because the use of masks as an independent measure does not significantly prevent the spread of the virus in the current epidemiological situation. Halting the spread of a highly contagious variant of omicron would require restrictive measures […]
Finland will end the general mask recommendation
The Department of Health and Welfare (THL) announced on Thursday that it was abandoning its general recommendation to use a face mask on the grounds that protective equipment would not significantly reduce the spread of the coronavirus. However, THL continues to recommend the use of a face mask in public transportation, public indoor, and Covid […]
Police confirm the investigation when Cristiano Ronaldo apologized for the fan’s phone breach
Merseyside police have now launched an investigation, a spokesman confirmed. “We can confirm that we are in contact with Manchester United Football Club and Everton FC following the reported assault on the Everton-Manchester United football match at Goodison,” the Sky Sports press release reads. “When players left the field at 2.30pm, it was reported that […]
Police confirm the investigation when Cristiano Ronaldo apologized for the fan’s phone breach
Merseyside police have now launched an investigation, a spokesman confirmed. “We can confirm that we are in contact with Manchester United Football Club and Everton FC following the reported assault on the Everton-Manchester United football match at Goodison,” the Sky Sports press release reads. “When players left the field at 2.30pm, it was reported that […]
Vishwaraj Jadeja becomes the first Indian athlete to skate 100 km non-stop on the Frozen Sea of Sweden
New Delhi [India], April 12 (ANI / PNN): The Indian skating athlete Vishwaraj Jadeja recently became the first Indian athlete to have ridden 100 kilometers on the Frozen Sea in Sweden, as part of the Sea Ice Classic, Luleå. It was the first time an Indian has tried and completed such an achievement. His finish […]
The Russian karting star for teenagers apologizes after allegations of Nazi salute
Artem Severiukhin denies that he had any bad intentions after making the gesture after a race in Portugal Russian karting star Artem Severiukhin, 15, has published a video in which he apologized for any misunderstandings after he appeared to be making a fascist gesture on the podium after winning a race at the European Karting […]
Tax returns due in Finland – check if you can claim these deductions
This year’s pre-filled tax returns have now become available to the Tax Administration and the deadline for corrections is May. Taxpayers should always check the information on the pre-filled tax return and add any missing income or deductions. Kaija Selkäinaho From the tax administration. Especially those who worked remotely during the pandemic want to check […]
Food Authority: Do not eat reminded chocolate eggs
The Food Agency said Sunday that people should not eat Kinder egg products pulled by chocolate company Ferrero this week. Mika Varjonen According to the Food and Drug Administration, chocolate-borne salmonella epidemics are rare, but urged consumers to do so. "definitely not eating" eggs on the return list. Consumers can check if their eggs have […]
The Easter witches will be circling on Sunday
Witches, cats and bunnies are out this Sunday, carrying willow branches adorned with bright feathers and tissue paper. Most of Finland celebrates palm Sundays with the same tradition: children dress and go door-to-door collecting sweets in exchange for willow twigs. They may appear at your door where they utter a rhyme, wishing you good health […]
One in three teens buys snus on social media, the study says
Social media platforms have become a popular way for young people to get their hands on the oral tobacco product snuff. With the exception of Sweden, the sale of snus is banned throughout the EU, including in Finland. According to the latest school health promotion survey, as many as 43 percent of 10-12-year-old students and […]
Rising food prices could increase famine in Finland
Food aid organizations report an increase in the number of people in need of food aid. There are 600,000–700,000 people classified as low-income in Finland. That is, those whose household income is less than 60 percent of the national average. Yle spoke recently Arja Hongisto and Pipsa Peppertwo local seniors who enjoy free chicken pasta […]
THL: The pandemic is becoming less deadly, but the social impact is now visible
Although the number of daily infections detected in Finland is still in the thousands, the incidence and mortality of the coronavirus are declining. The Department of Health and Welfare (THL) and the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health (STM) report on the matter. About 100 Covid deaths have been reported each week in Finland, but […]
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 […]
Minister: The corona situation in Finland remains serious
According to the Minister of Family and Social Affairs, the coronavirus situation in Finland is still serious, although the media has largely turned to other news topics. Who is Linden (SDP). Lindén said in a Tweet on Tuesday night that while the country’s headlines have increasingly focused on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the strikes […]
HS: In Finland, the number of Covid-19 deaths in the first quarter of 2022 was higher than in the whole of 2021
Just over a third (1,163) of deaths were recorded between January and December 2021. Mika SalminenTHL’s Health Security Manager told Helsingin Sanomat on Sunday that the high mortality rate is primarily due to a sharp increase in coronavirus infections in the early months of the year. The majority of deaths have been observed in patients […]
Consumer confidence is plummeting to a record low
Consumer confidence plummeted to its third lowest level since the start of accounting in March, according to a report released by Statistics Finland on Monday. The number-crushing agency began measuring consumer confidence in 1995 and did not report lower levels until April 2020 and the end of 2008. The agency found that its consumer confidence […]
The chief official resigns from the Finnish Olympic Committee after late night texting
Mika Lehtimäki announced on Monday that he was resigning as head of the high – level sports unit of the Finnish Olympic Committee. Yle Sport said Lehtimäki received an official warning last autumn about inappropriate behavior against women in the workplace, which she accepted and said would lead to a change in her behavior. "My […]
Dating Danes: Forget apps and go organic with your dating
Online dating apps… we hate them but we can not live without them. Caught in a circleThe day you download and start using the app often yields results: whether it’s a few chats or even some actual dates. But you will inevitably be disappointed and with a single click you are away from the app […]
The coronavirus epidemic has not yet subsided, says a ministry official
The number of deaths in people aged 80 and over has increased in the first months of 2022. The number of people over the age of 80 who have received three doses of the vaccine is 280,000 and the number of younger residents in the care home is about 20,000, so a total of about […]
Finland recommends a fourth dose of Covid vaccine for people over 80 years of age
The Finnish health authorities say they do not see any improvement in the Covid situation and are now recommending a fourth dose of Covid for people aged 80 and over. At the weekly Covid press conference Liisa-Maria Voipio-Pulkki According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, no change is in sight. "There will certainly […]
The trans women’s victory in the United States is causing concern among elite sports organizations
Danish Athletics chairman Bent Jensen knows that he goes on eggshells when he discusses transgender people’s involvement in elite sports. It is clear from his statements over the last 24 hours that he wholeheartedly supports their right to determine their own gender. But he also knows that Danish Athletics will be left with eggs in […]
Research: Kela-sponsored psychotherapy pays for itself
A large-scale study in rehabilitative psychotherapy has found that a nationwide subsidized program would have a positive impact on labor market outcomes, such as employment and wage increases. The research project compared the experiences of those who received rehabilitative psychotherapy supplemented by Kela with those whose applications were rejected due to limited funding. "We found […]
10 gold produced at the World Indoor Athletics Championships
BELGRADE, March 19 (Xinhua) – Ten more gold medalists, including Olympic champion Damian Warner and world champion Sandi Morris, appeared at the Belgrade World Athletics Championships on Saturday. After a decisive 1,000m race, Canada’s Warner won the men’s melee by collecting 6,489 points, ahead of young Simon Ehammer from Switzerland (6,363 points) and Australian Ashley […]
Russia received a blow when the sports court supports FIFA
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has refused to lift a FIFA ban on Russian teams The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) has rejected an offer from Russia to freeze a suspension imposed on its football team ahead of next week’s World Cup qualifiers, announced on Friday. The Russian Football Federation (RFU) had […]
The first post-pandemic indoor athletics worlds start in Belgrade
BELGRADE, March 18 (Xinhua) – The World Indoor Athletics Championships started in Belgrade on Friday after a long hiatus. The first global senior athletics championships since the outbreak of the pandemic drew nearly 700 athletes from around the world. The first athlete to taste gold was Lazaro Martinez from Cuba who won the men’s triple […]
Prime Minister Marin’s visit to the nightclub was not a violation of the rules, the chancellor of justice says
attorney general Tuomas Pöysti has been decided by the Prime Minister Sanna Marin (SDP) did not break the rules when he went to a nightclub in December last year without an official government phone call. The case rose to headlines worldwide after it emerged that Marin had forgotten a text message urging him to isolate […]
The number of Covid-19 hospitalizations continues to grow in Finland
On Thursday, there were a total of 820 patients with coronavirus in Finland, 38 of whom were in intensive care. The number of patients in hospital ranged from 600 to 650 between mid-January and early February. The daily number of new infections is currently in the thousands. Salminen added that he sees little benefit in […]
The International School of Helsinki is expanding its operations
The school has been operating in Jätkäsaari since 1996. The school currently has about 470 students and the expansion will enable the addition of more than 200 students. Today, more than 16% of Helsinki residents speak a language other than Finnish, Swedish or Sámi as their mother tongue. Demand for ISH places is constantly exceeding […]
Russian boxing giant warns traitors to change nationality
Former world heavyweight champion Nikolai Valuev predicted that athletes would not take the step Former world boxing champion and current Duma deputy Nikolai Valuev has predicted that Russian athletes will not commit “treason” and change citizenship to get around a ban on their participation in international competitions. In response to Russia’s military operation in Ukraine, […]
St Patrick’s Day 2022: AZ in 21st Century Ireland
by Armelle Delmelle A is for abortion rights and the bill that proved that Ireland is very much in the 21st century. When it arrived in 2018, it was not perfect – nothing is ever perfect, even a newborn baby – but at least you will not go to jail for making a choice that […]
“Now is not the time to facilitate mask recommendation”
The Department of Health and Welfare (THL) announced on Tuesday that it will review its plan to mitigate the recommendation as there has been no improvement in coronavirus-related infections, hospitalizations and mortality. According to Helsingin Sanomat. Mika SalminenTHL’s health security manager said last week that the national guidelines will be changed to recommend the use […]
Russian football bosses lose appeal of UEFA ban
The Russian Football Federation had taken its case to the sports arbitration tribunal The Russian Football Federation (RFU) has failed in its bid to the sports court to lift a UEFA ban on teams from competing in top competitions including the Champions League and Nations League. The governing body of European football suspended the Russian […]
Against medicine "suffocation under pressure"
“Choking under pressure” means when people fail under stress, for example during a sports competition. The situation is also familiar to students who do not have access to information previously acquired in exams or to public speakers who suddenly do not get their word out at the crucial moment. Working group on sports psychology, led […]
Paralympic historians welcome back to Finland
The Finnish Paralympic team returned to Finland on Tuesday after making history at the Beijing Winter Paralympics. Finland won its first medal in history in skiing Santeri Kiiveri won gold in the grand slalom. The helmet also grabbed silver while standing in a super combination. When he arrived at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport on Tuesday, he was […]
The right choice: Points to consider when renting a room in Denmark
Are you looking for a room in Denmark? You have come to the right place. Read our list below of the five best points to consider when choosing a room to stay, and find room for rent here once you have decided and designated what your preferences are. The five best considerations when renting a […]
Dynamo Kiev’s boss criticizes ban on Russian athletes
Mircea Lucescu questioned whether it was fair that Russian athletes have been punished and said that sport has nothing to do with politics Dynamo Kiev head coach Mircea Lucescu has spoken out against the punishment of Russian athletes who are denied the chance to compete, claiming that sport “has nothing to do with politics.” The […]
"Now is not the time for masks to come off," says HUS’s top doctor
The Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) has announced that it will change its recommendations on the use of masks this week. But Eeva SwedishThe deputy chief physician of the Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District (HUS) disagrees with the plans to cancel the coronavirus mitigation measures. Last week, THL’s Director of Health Security Mika Salminensaid […]
A snowy winter is a foretaste of the future, says Yle’s meteorologist
During this snowy and relatively cold winter, many have wondered – with jokes or not – what happened to climate change in Finland, Yle meteorologist Kerttu Kotakorpi writes in his column on Sunday. Of course, the weather in one winter does not tell us about long-term climate trends. In fact, however, this season has been […]
According to the study, predictability, meaningfulness of life will help fight long-term poverty
The social and psychological effects of long-term poverty were examined in two studies analyzing the follow-up material to the Everyday Experiences of Poverty writing competition in 2006 and 2012. “Long-term difficulties, such as low income, unemployment, insecurity, addictions, pain, and illness, can plunge a person into a vicious circle where life-sustaining power is weakened. Participation […]
China defends the title in wheelchair curling at the Paralympics in Beijing
BEIJING, March 12 (Xinhua) – China successfully defended its curling crown for wheelchairs at the Paralympic Winter Games in Beijing 2022 by beating Sweden 8-3 here on Saturday. Skipped by Wang Haitao, China, the reigning Paralympic champion and world champion, trailed 2-1 after four finishes, but scored four points in the fifth finish as a […]
China edges Canada to wheelchair curling final in Beijing 2022
BEIJING, March 11 (Xinhua) – Defending champions China qualified for the wheelchair curling final with a 9-5 victory over Canada at the 2022 Beijing Paralympic Winter Games this Friday. China was overtaken by PyeongChang gold medalist Wang Haitao and was ahead 9-3 after six finishes, before Canada scored two points in the seventh. With the […]
How idolizing athletes in popular sports can be harmful
Athletes are perceived as perfect and almost god-like because of their fitness and performance. Many athletes undoubtedly project an exciting life that everyone wants. Not surprisingly, when most sports fans are asked about their heroes growing up, most answers end up being athletes. While it is not in itself bad to have a favorite athlete, […]
Russia is appealing against FIFA, UEFA’s ban from football competition
The Russian Football Federation (RFU) has appealed against FIFA and UEFA’s bans on their football teams. The governing body of football suspended Russia from competition on February 28 after the country’s invasion of Ukraine. “RFU will demand the restoration of all Russian men’s and women’s national teams in all types of football in the tournaments […]
Intensive Vasaloppet ends again with a Norwegian winner
MORA, March 6 (Xinhua) – For the tenth year in a row, a Norwegian skier won the intensive Vasaloppet for men on Sunday when the 90-kilometer-long classic Swedish event celebrates its centenary. The frenzy ended with Andreas Nygard crossing the finish line first in 3:32:18. However, it was a tight race where Nygard regained the […]
THL: Many Covid patients still need hospitalization, epidemic uncertain
According to the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), several Covid-19 patients are still treated in Finnish hospitals. Although infection rates have decreased, the number of patients has decreased only slightly. A total of 316 coronavirus patients were reported in the wards on Sunday, February 27, down from just seven a week earlier. However, […]
Finnair is starting temporary termination negotiations with its personnel
The Finnish national airline Finnair has announced that it will start negotiations with personnel representatives to lay off the flight crew for a maximum of 90 days. In a press release issued on Thursday, the company said that the closure of Russian airspace would cause significant changes to Finnair’s traffic. "The need for additional monthly […]
Ylen Gallup: NCP stretches lead over SDP, Greens’ support drops further
The Coalition Party (NKP) once again rose to number one in Yle’s latest monthly poll and strengthens the NCP’s position as Finland’s most popular party. The Petteri Orpoparty has now stretched its lead over the second-placed SDP led by the prime minister Sanna Marinto four percentage points. NCP support rose 1.4 percentage points from the […]
Russian football managers react to UEFA and FIFA suspension
The Russian Football Association (RFU) has reacted after UEFA and FIFA closed all Russian teams from their competitions The Russian Football Federation (RFU) says it reserves the right to challenge the decision of the governing bodies FIFA and UEFA to suspend Russian teams from all their competitions due to the ongoing military campaign in Ukraine. […]
The German club expects that the UEFA match with Russian rivals will be scrapped
RB Leipzig claimed that UEFA is close to canceling their Europa League matches against Spartak Moscow UEFA is close to kicking Spartak Moscow out of the Europa League, according to the upcoming opponent RB Leipzig. The German club will face Spartak at home in the last sixteen matches on March 10, and then in a […]
FIFA listens to IOC call, excludes Russia from World Cup
On Monday, the International Olympic Committee called for a worldwide ban on Russia and Belarus from all international competitions in protest of the invasion of Ukraine. FIFA, the international governing body for football, heeded the call later on Monday and kicked Russia out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. In a joint statement with […]
The IOC demands that Russia be banned from all international events
On Monday, the International Olympic Committee called for a worldwide ban on Russia and Belarus from all international competitions in protest of the invasion of Ukraine. The IOC board released a statement facing a “dilemma that cannot be resolved” regarding the exclusion of athletes from Russia and Belarus due to the actions of their respective […]
Finland will end the national telework recommendation
The nationwide recommendation to work from home whenever possible – a measure aimed at curbing the spread of Covid infections – will end on Monday 28 February. However, jobs across Finland do not expect a mass return of employees, despite the repeal of the recommendation, as two years of teleworking has led to a cultural […]
