Tag: Wind
Christian II – bloodthirsty tyrant or reasonable Renaissance regent? (Repeat)
In P3 Historia, Cecilia Düringer leads listeners through the winding stories of world history. Each episode is about a historical event, with a historical person in focus. The editorial staff for this section consists of: Cecilia Düringer – presenter and script Pablo Leiva Wenger – stage narratorElias Klenell – sound design and final mixTove Palén…
Artificial intelligence revolutionizes climate forecasting: Finnish researcher develops improved cloud simulation for accurate forecasts
His improvements enable a more accurate simulation of the phenomena that take place inside the clouds, such as the formation of rain and ice crystals. This not only helps to understand the role of clouds and various particles in the climate system, but is also a step towards better climate change predictions. “With our improved…
Helsinki's iconic Havis Amanda statue gets a protective cover during the festivities
Made of strong, weather-resistant sheet and steel frame, the cover is designed for quick assembly and can be installed in one shift. A photograph of the sculpture is printed on this heptagonal structure, ensuring that its presence is still felt in the most lively public gatherings. Jussi LuomanenHelsinki's urban space and landscape planning manager says…
Finland's electricity supply is stable this winter despite possible challenges
The Olkiluoto 3 nuclear power plant, which has an output of 1,600 megawatts, started regular production in April 2023. In addition, new wind power capacity has been added this year by more than 1,300 megawatts, which is expected to increase by another 600 megawatts by the end of the year. However, some production capacities, such…
This Christmas, Helsinki is piloting emission-free delivery robots in Ruoholahti and Jätkäsaari
when parcel stations are often overloaded and home deliveries require customers to wait at home for hours. The HeRo robot, created by the LMAD company, is an electric, talking and autonomously moving delivery robot that offers an exact one-hour delivery window for packages. The easily designed HeRo robot was put into use in the Ruoholahti…
This Christmas, Helsinki is piloting emission-free delivery robots in Ruoholahti and Jätkäsaari
when parcel stations are often overloaded and home deliveries require customers to wait at home for hours. The HeRo robot, created by the LMAD company, is an electric, talking and autonomously moving delivery robot that offers an exact one-hour delivery window for packages. The easily designed HeRo robot was put into use in the Ruoholahti…
Heavy snowfall causes traffic disruption – yellow and orange weather warning
SMHI has issued an orange weather warning in Västerbotten where wind is expected in combination with snowfall during Tuesday. It may therefore become noisy in traffic where snow has not yet been cleared or where traffic accidents have occurred. There are also yellow weather warnings in other parts of the country, where traffic is expected…
The storm sweeps the Helsinki and Uusimaa region, causing power outages and disruptions in ports
During the night, strong winds affected ship and ferry traffic on the southern coast of Finland.
Snow and strong wind expected all over Finland
As of Wednesday evening, warnings of bad or very bad road conditions have been issued across the country.
The battle against wind power – The resistance movement
Madeleine Staaf Kura has in a year and a half become known as wind power's loudest critic in Sweden through her work in the association Motvind Sverige. She questions the usefulness of wind power, despite the fact that wind power today accounts for 20 percent of our electricity production and wants all construction of wind…
Stormy Tuesday
Tomorrow there will be very strong winds in almost all of Iceland. A yellow weather alert has been issued. Thus, in the southwestern part, the wind speed will reach 15–20 m/s. You can also expect significant rainfall, reduced visibility and deteriorating driving conditions, especially inland and in the mountains. Traffic disruptions are likely. Caution is…
Snowstorm warning for the Helsinki region: Expect slippery conditions
SpongeBob KorpelaThe meteorologist on duty at the Finnish Meteorological Institute said that the snowstorm is expected to hit the capital region on Wednesday evening and intensify until Thursday evening. “Due to the snow forecast, we may have to issue a warning to pedestrians,” he noted, highlighting the potential dangers posed by the snow and fluctuating…
Finland leads the “Freezing Winds 23” exercises in the Baltic Sea
There are also 16 allied aircraft, and exercises are planned for southern Finland and the northern Baltic Sea region.
Have you locked yourself out? Get help from your local locksmith in Copenhagen
Locking yourself out of your house happens to the best of us. However, it can also pose some serious risks, especially if there is someone inside who needs you, like children or a family pet. If you get locked out of your home in Copenhagen, there are a few ways to get back inside. This…
Why Sweden is going smoke-free may not be so good snus
Gothenburg, Sweden – Sweden is poised to become Europe’s first smoke-free country, thanks in large part to the popularity of snus, a type of moist snuff that is placed under the upper lip. But some worry that the tobacco industry is selling a “fairy tale” that is too good to be true. Used by one…
Espoo’s 2024 budget focuses on education amid financial challenges
Economic challenges and a strategic response Faced with global conflicts, rising inflation and rising interest rates, Espoo’s households and companies are moving in a tightening economic life. The city’s corporate income tax is dwindling, and the spike in bankruptcies in the construction industry means deeper financial distress. In addition, the unemployment rate is rising. These…
Winter hibernation for the bears of the Helsinki Zoo: A cozy winter ahead
“The bears showed signs of fatigue, retreated to their caves and only woke up for short meals. On Thursday, they showed no interest in food, which is why we closed the outer hatch of their enclosure. It is now quiet and dark inside. At the weekend, we checked, and they are indeed sleeping,” Nuurtila explained.…
The reality of China’s economy
In October, people in China celebrated their “Super Golden Week”, which was a combination of the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day holidays. Statistics show that China’s domestic tourism experienced a “full bloom” during the week. 826 million domestic trips were made, an increase of 71.3 percent from last year and 4.1 percent from 2019.…
The hostage is released, Majdan 10 years and so a political successor is cultivated
Hour 1: The hostages are released from Gaza Polarized conversation in Sweden – we have met representatives of Jews and Muslims Black Friday 10 years – about our double relationship to buying The right winds of the Netherlands Chronicle Amat Levin The panel Hour 2: The Sweden Democrats are rearranging at the top – this…
A new era for Danish immigration policy is on its way
You have most likely experienced this yourself: it is not always easy to be a foreigner in Denmark. Yes, we may appear to be reserved, culturally speaking – but that is not what I mean in this regard. For the past two decades, the main drive in Danish politics has been to reduce the number…
Finland welcomes the EU’s decision to continue herring fishing
The European Commission had considered banning herring fishing in the Baltic Sea due to dwindling stocks.
Women’s Indian Open: Aline Krauter wins title, Diksha finishes third; 3 Indians in top 10
Gurugram (Haryana)[India]October 23 (ANI): Leading by two shots in the fourth and final round of the USD 400,000 Women’s Indian Open, overnight leader Germany’s Aline Krauter (68) overcame an early challenge from fellow rookie Sara Kjellker (71) of Sweden to win her first Ladies European Tour title at DLF Golf and Country Club. Krauter with…
22 heroic dogs were awarded for saving lives
This year’s list of hero dogs includes a diverse selection of breeds. Among the award winners is a labrador retriever named AlmaCzech shepherd also called Almaand the rottweiler called Wind. The uses of these dogs range from identifying health emergencies to finding individuals in distress. One such story is that of the Dobermann Jedi. When…
Studies show that diabetes can be treated with eye implants
Washington DC [US]October 21 (ANI): Swedish researchers have developed a micro-scale device for implantation in the eye, potentially opening new avenues for cell-based treatment of diabetes and other diseases. A team from the Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet created the 3D-printed device with the goal of encapsulating insulin-producing pancreatic cells with electronic sensors.…
Britain to prosecute Greta Thunberg – WaPo
The police have charged the Swedish climate activist after she protested outside an oil and gas conference Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg has been ordered to appear in a British court after being arrested at a climate protest outside an oil and gas conference in London on Wednesday, the Washington Post reports. Thunberg, 20, was…
Britain to prosecute Greta Thunberg WaPo
The police have charged the Swedish climate activist after she protested outside an oil and gas conference Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg has been ordered to appear in a British court after being arrested at a climate protest outside an oil and gas conference in London on Wednesday, the Washington Post reports. Thunberg, 20, was…
White-fronted geese leave Finland in the middle of their seasonal migration
More than half of the Arctic region’s population stayed in Finland, a third in Western Europe, and a minority settled in Russia. Most of these geese have found refuge in the fields in the above-mentioned regions of Finland. On Monday, no signs of migration were observed in eastern Finland, unlike in the south. The largest…
Amazing art and cultural events in the capital region this autumn
Expected high-profile exhibitions featuring works by classical artists such as Rafael Ward and Kaija Aarikka to the masters of impressionism, incl Claude Monet and August Renoir. In addition, top-class contemporary art finds a home in the city in the presentations of Japanese artists Ryoji Ikeda In Amos Rex and Ars Fennica exhibition at Kiasma, which…
Finland achieves almost zero emissions in electricity production
Since the beginning of the year, the share of clean energy is slightly lower, i.e. 93.5%, which is due to the low use of fossil fuels and peat in the winter months. In September, the share of nuclear power plants in Finland’s electricity production was two-fifths, while the share of wind and hydropower was each…
Electricity will be restored after the night storm
Strong winds toppled trees and power lines overnight, knocking out power to more than 30,000 homes.
Thursday’s papers: Russia’s irritation, poll results and a stormy morning
Finland woke up on Thursday to windy conditions and power outages.