Tag: Work
St Patrick’s Day 2023: Improv’s Irish poster girl
A vibrant improv scene has emerged in Denmark over the last ten years – or rather one could argue seven and a half years, tracing its rapid acceleration to the exact date in 2015 when Irish performer Sarah McGillion arrived on these shores . Quite simply, McGillion gets it done. Barely a fortnight goes by […]
St Patrick’s Day 2023: Celebrating the good people of Ireland
The one thing they got wrong in ‘The Banshees of Insherin,’ the charming Irish film that will most likely end up winning no Oscars on Sunday, is the landlord. He is mostly forgettable and in awe of his regulars – nothing more than a glorified bartender. Perhaps this was intentional and an accurate representation of […]
Finnish leaders unanimously deny the Prime Minister’s proposal to send Hornets to Ukraine
Several countries are weighing their own capabilities to provide such military support. I think this could also be discussed in Finland. We know we’ve made a decision on new fighters. We know the schedule for when we will get new jets to Finland, and I believe that we can also talk about the Hornets, whether […]
Concerns in Taiwan, silent on nuclear waste, nurses are strengthened
Unrest in Taiwan Ever since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine over a year ago, many have wondered if something similar could happen in Taiwan. Self-defense courses are quickly fully booked, and military service is made longer.Hear Björn Djurberg’s report from Taiwan. Silent on the nuclear waste issue From having been about to be phased out, a […]
There is strong support for the general income and social security reform of Finnish workers in the survey
This model would provide an income support system for those who are not members of the unemployment fund. The remaining 34% have a negative attitude towards this model. By Mikael Pentikäinen, CEO of Suomen Yrittäjie, the general income security system is justice. “It is wrong that income security is not available to all those who […]
Facebook parent Meta is planning to launch a Twitter competitor
“We believe there is an opportunity for a separate space where content creators and public figures can share timely updates about their interests.” A representative said the company had no additional information to share about the potential social network. News site Moneycontrol was the first to report on the possible Meta service, codenamed “P92”. The […]
Finnish MPs criticize the Prime Minister’s announcement about Hornet fighter jets in Ukraine
Ronkainen, who is also the vice-chairman of the Defense Committee, expressed his surprise at the press conference at Marini’s comments about donating Hornet fighter jets to Ukraine. There are currently 62 F/A-18 Hornet fighter planes in Finland, which are scheduled to be retired by 2025. “It has been reported that the Prime Minister’s speech during […]
A year for most children is a lifetime…
A year ago, the conflict hit close to home when war broke out in Ukraine. It is a year of uncertainty, fear, broken dreams, broken families and disrupted lives. About 6.5 million people have been displaced from their homes, 1.2 million of whom are children. Almost 7 million children are at risk due to attacks […]
Per Bolund (MP): Ban nuclear weapons in Sweden
The Green Party still thinks that Sweden should not join NATO, but still does not want the application to be withdrawn, because it has already been submitted and there is a broad majority in the Riksdag for NATO membership. Can it be said that the Green Party has gone from being opposed to NATO to […]
Inside Israel’s Secret Spy Industry
Spyware like Pegasus is a valuable tool for law enforcement agencies around the world. But several revelations show that Pegasus has fallen into the wrong hands and has been used to monitor journalists, human rights activists and dissidents worldwide. Konflikt, as one of the few editors, has been granted an interview with the cyber weapons […]
Why the mafia believes in Denmark. And how Denmark has made them a fortune
Reading the news in Denmark is a more cheerful affair than in many countries. Topping happiness metrics, winning the handball, overcoming inequality: it’s all rosy here – not rotten at all. It can also sometimes feel just a little boring. Morten Beiter, the author of ‘Mafiaen Kommer’, a book warning of the Italian mafia’s tentacular […]
Candidates for the leader of VR unions
One member of the VR union wrote an article about the election. The article was published in Visir. New leadership is needed in the VR union. In the upcoming collective dispute, the solidarity of workers’ organizations is important for everyone, instead of internal conflicts. Firstly, only in this way can real success be achieved in […]
Well-being at work in Finland continues to decline, according to a study
A recent report from the Institute of Occupational Health shows that there is still a slight decline in Finnish occupational well-being. In the study, 480 Finnish employees aged 22–66 were interviewed, who answered four questionnaires. The experience of individual work ability has weakened at the same time as burnout symptoms have increased. A little over […]
Finnish startup community chief economist Youssef Zad suggests increasing tax incentives to attract skilled labor
According to the report, tax incentives affect the migration of certain groups, such as top innovators in the patent industry and other high-income individuals. Youssef ZadThe chief economist of the Finnish startup community stated that several studies have shown that high-income immigrants and top innovators react strongly to changes in income taxation and R&D tax […]
In Finland, a decree on the Sámi Climate Council is issued to bring indigenous peoples’ knowledge into climate policy processes
The Sámi are indigenous peoples who have lived in the northern regions of Europe, including in Finland, for thousands of years. Their traditional livelihoods and culture are closely intertwined with the Arctic environment, which makes them particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. The Sámi Climate Council helps ensure that their voices and views […]
More money, more children – if you’re a man
Men and women are affected differently by the size of their salary when it comes to having families. In a joint study by the universities of Oxford and Copenhagen, researchers found that men with higher wages are more likely to have more children. On the other hand, women with high wages are more likely to […]
The Ministry of Labor is investigating the possibilities of shortening working hours
The UK recently concluded a six-month trial of the four-day working week, involving nearly 3,000 workers and dozens of employers across a range of industries. More than 90 percent, or 56, of the 61 companies that participated said they intended to continue implementing the shorter work week after the trial, and 18 said the shift […]
Defense Minister on leave with confidence that he will return … at some point
The government was dealt a blow in February when Defense Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Jakob Ellemann-Jensen took an unexpected leave of absence after a bout of stress. Troels Lund Poulsen quickly stepped in as Acting Defense Minister, and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen yesterday appointed Stephanie Lose as Acting Minister of Economy to cover Poulsen, […]
Krónan has employees from 45 countries
More than 20% of the workforce in Iceland are foreign workers. It is expected that more outsiders will be needed to fill all jobs in Iceland in the coming years. “Recently, we have seen an increase in the professional development of foreign-born staff, with this group increasingly occupying senior and managerial positions,” says Erla María […]
The training program accelerates nursing education against the shortage
You can apply to the program during the joint application process from 15 to 30 March 2023. The training is intended especially for those who have completed the CNA program. Thanks to the educational background, students can complete their degree in part-time studies in about half the normal time. “The content of the entrance exams […]
The training program accelerates nursing education against the shortage
You can apply to the program during the joint application process from 15 to 30 March 2023. The training is intended especially for those who have completed the CNA program. Thanks to the educational background, students can complete their degree in part-time studies in about half the normal time. “The content of the entrance exams […]
Most doctors are not aware of patient injury reporting processes in their workplace
According to PVK’s remuneration manager Elina Muukkonen, healthcare professionals do not need to know when a patient injury may be eligible for compensation. If the patient suspects damage, he can seek help from the healthcare patient advocate, and the reporting process removes the issue from the daily life of the patient and the healthcare unit. […]
Gender equality "300 years away": Chief of the UN
He also recalled cases where women’s rights were taken away and said that in Afghanistan, women have been erased from public life. He also stated that in many other places women’s sexual and reproductive rights were revoked. “In some countries, girls going to school are at risk of abduction and abuse. In others, the police […]
Finnish women see technology as key to solving the climate crisis, but few find the technology industry attractive
Women’s lack of interest in the tech industry is problematic because of the constant shortage of skilled workers in the industry. In Finland, only 20% of technical experts are women, and this number is not enough to narrow the skills gap. Tietoevry’s research showed that women believed that employers and educational institutions need to do […]
Finland’s burnout trend is growing, it is clear
The study also showed that more and more people are working when sick, while career development opportunities are considered to be weaker than before.
The gender pay gap among entrepreneurs in Finland continues, and female entrepreneurs earn 85 percent of male entrepreneurs.
Data collected over the last five years from 2018 to 2023 showed certain positions where female entrepreneurs earn more than male entrepreneurs. Women in creative fields such as writers, musicians and directors have successfully priced their work higher than men. These findings show that female entrepreneurs work in different fields, unlike their male counterparts who […]
CO2 pumped underground for the first time
Crown Prince Frederik graced the stage yesterday at an event in Esbjerg, which inaugurated an experiment with technology that pumps carbon dioxide emissions back into the ground, reports DR. In the ocean not far from the case, a decommissioned oil platform was used to begin pumping the gas under the sea. The CO2 was brought […]
Men had longer working weeks than women in 2022
Women worked an average of four hours less per week than men in 2022, according to Statistics Denmark. The annual Labor Force Survey showed that men had an average working week of 38.3 hours, while for women it was 34.2. The statistics exclude students. The survey indicates that women are almost three times more likely […]
How can cryptocurrency be used in the future?
Cryptocurrency has been one of the fastest growing technologies in recent years, and many experts predict that this is just the beginning of how cryptocurrency can be used in the future. While most people continue to think of cryptocurrency as an investment opportunity, the true value of the technology has barely begun to emerge. In […]
Mona Lisa and AI join forces to lead Danish tourism promotion
Be an explorer, not a touristAll the works are brought to life using deepfake technology, motion synthesis, and the script is even composed by the controversial ChatGPT chatbot. Erik Mortensen, head of global brand & business development for VisitDenmark, said that something extraordinary was needed to promote Denmark abroad. “As a travel destination, Denmark is […]
Market rates in China — March 9
BEIJING, March 9 (Xinhua) — Following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Thursday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollar 100,696.66 Euro 100,734.83 Japanese yen 100 5.0762 Hong Kong Dollar 100 88.751 British Pounds 100,825.42 […]
Don’t be shy to ask: Do you want me to speak Icelandic to you?
“Do you want me to speak Icelandic to you? This is a question we should not be afraid to ask if someone who works with us is a foreigner. Starting a new job, getting to know colleagues, learning a language can be difficult and you may end up not talking to anyone because you will […]
Housing crisis in Finland: Research shows an unprecedented rise in housing costs in different parts of the country
The increase in housing costs and the large differences between municipalities are primarily due to the increase in the price of electricity, which has risen by an average of 46% since a year ago. Waste fees have risen by an average of 6.7%, real estate taxes by 6.3% and water fees by 4.1%. The most […]
Blizzard hits Sweden and disrupts traffic
STOCKHOLM, March 8 (Xinhua) — Public transport in and around the Swedish capital was severely disrupted on Wednesday as heavy snowstorms swept across the country. Sweden’s Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) issued an orange warning as up to 30 cm of snow and strong winds are expected to pose a danger to the public and […]
The murder at the Delta gym and the real target
The trial about the murder at the Delta gym in Stockholm was recently concluded. It ended with a big surprise – will anyone be convicted of the murder? The man who was shot was not actually the target. He was murdered while trying to intervene to stop the shooter, but was completely unrelated to crime […]
The share of immigrants doubled in the last decade
The Confederation of Finnish Business EK wants work-related immigration to double by the end of the next election period.
Not all things are equal in snow-ravaged, egalitarian Copenhagen
Calling all Copenhagen cyclists this morning – it’s mighty slick out there! In the capital, the conditions around Christiania, the cobbled Nordre Frihavnsgade, which leads to the Trianglen Metro station, Østerport Station and the whole (!) of Valby, were particularly below par. Many cyclists, without a dry path to steer on, were seen losing their […]
HS: Finland’s biggest parties are against major spending cuts, tax increases raised by the ministry
As public finance structures were created at a time of more favorable demographic and economic development, it argued that the financial base is no longer sufficient to support all public sector tasks. The Center, the Basic Finns, the Greens, the Left Alliance, the Kokoomus and the SDP thanked the ministry’s officials for their work, but […]
This is how Anonymous Sudan and Russian hackers attack Sweden
In February 2023, websites belonging to large Swedish companies, authorities and institutions will be shut down. Among other things, SAS, SVT, several universities and hospitals are affected. It soon becomes clear that the hacker group Anonymous Sudan is behind the overload attacks. – My first reaction was “yeah, right”, and quite a lot of skepticism […]
Market rates in China — March 8
BEIJING, March 8 (Xinhua) — The following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Wednesday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollar 100,695.25 Euro 100,733.63 Japanese yen 100 5.0652 Hong Kong Dollar 100 88.569 British Pounds […]
Right now: The snowy weather is heading north – major problems in traffic
The snowy weather in southern Sweden continues to cause problems in traffic. In addition to canceled trains and buses, there have also been reports of several accidents involving cars and trucks that have run off the road during the day. An orange warning for heavy snowfall in combination with windy weather applies in several places […]
The Ateneum reopens in April with a new collection exhibition: A Question of Time
Through these themes, guests are encouraged to participate in a common discussion on current topics such as the climate crisis, identity and equality. Museum Director, Marja Sakari, emphasizes that the goal of the collection exhibition is to challenge the traditional, chronological approach to the collection and to welcome diverse interpretations of the works. In preparation […]
Entrepreneurs propose solutions to alleviate the labor shortage with flexible residence permits and language services
Manai also added that Finland is an excellent choice for both work and study, thanks to the high-quality education and safe living environment. However, the country has failed to attract enough foreign workers and students. Finnish Entrepreneurs have made several proposals to solve the issue, including prioritizing the integration of skilled workers’ family members, supporting […]
Post-pandemic trend: Almost half of Finns dream of moving to the countryside
This corresponds to approximately one million adult Finns. On the other hand, four out of ten respondents prefer to live in the city. According to the survey, young people are also interested in moving to the countryside, 46 percent of them would like to move to the countryside. However, work was considered to be the […]
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport was awarded the best airport in Europe in its category
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport has maintained its strong position among the world’s best airports year after year,” says Kimmo MäkiCEO of Finavia. The ASQ award (Airport Service Quality) is awarded by the Airports Council International (ACI), the international umbrella organization for airports. The awards were given to airports that were the best in their area and size […]
Copenhagen has the world’s best work-life balance, according to a Forbes survey
Copenhagen has the best work-life balance in the world, according to Forbes Advisor. Its 2023 survey assessed 128 major cities worldwide, giving each a score out of 100. Copenhagen scored 70.5, placing it well ahead of Helsinki at 65.1. Nordic cities dominated and took six of the top seven places, with Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg and […]
Copenhagen has the world’s best work-life balance, according to a Forbes survey
Copenhagen has the best work-life balance in the world, according to Forbes Advisor. Its 2023 survey assessed 128 major cities worldwide, giving each a score out of 100. Copenhagen scored 70.5, placing it well ahead of Helsinki at 65.1. Nordic cities dominated and took six of the top seven places, with Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg and […]
Market rates in China — March 7
BEIJING, March 7 (Xinhua) — The following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Tuesday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollar 100,691.56 Euro 100,738.54 Japanese Yen 100 5.0874 Hong Kong Dollar 100 88.102 British Pounds […]
What is the future of Icelandic education?
Ásmundur Einar Daðason, Minister of Education and Children’s Affairs, is hosting a national conference on the future of school services in Iceland. The conference took place today in the Silfurberg room in Harpa. The organizers’ announcement states that the purpose of the conference is to discuss the results of work on the new comprehensive law […]
Sweden sees record high food prices, mainly for baby food
STOCKHOLM, March 6 (Xinhua) — Food prices have seen record month-on-month increases in Sweden, with baby food particularly affected, a survey showed on Monday. The survey by price comparison site Matpriskollen covered around 44,000 items and showed that food prices had increased by 2.5 percent in February – the highest monthly increase since 2015, the […]
My first experience with Sub-zero
As I landed I was greeted by a freezing wind and the pitch dark at 4.30pm reminded me of a deserted midnight street in India. My phone showed a temperature of -10 degrees. However, the drive from the airport to the place of residence in Helsinki felt like a good start with shiny buildings that […]
The center’s chairman stands next to the minister on the use of alcohol at work
Two anonymous sources told Yle that Lintilä appeared to be under the influence when he gave a speech at the energy company association’s seminar last April.
Science Round-Up: New technology means reusable wind turbine blades
It is a watershed moment for the wind industry. Thanks to the work of researchers from Aarhus University, the Danish manufacturer Vestas will be able to build new wind turbine blades with epoxy. The company has developed a chemical process that makes it possible to break it down and recycle it. “We are super happy […]
PaintersinGainesville.com: Providing painting services in Gainesville, USA.
“paintersingainesville.com” is a website that offers professional painting services, headquartered in Gainesville, Florida. They have an experienced team and modern equipment that can provide a variety of painting services, including spray painting and wallpaper installation, to create beautiful, long-lasting, and high-quality indoor and outdoor environments for their customers.
The language election machine opens to voters: Concern about the status of national languages
The platform also shows the differences between candidate and user responses. Users can also browse the candidates’ answers and their language policy promises without even answering the questions. The platform can be used in Finnish and Swedish at kielivaalikone.fi and valkompassomsprak.fi, respectively. The Kielivaalikone project is run by the non-partisan language advocacy group Oma kieli […]
It’s a snowstorm, Hjørring!
Tomorrow may be a good day to work at home – especially if you live in northern Jutland, as high winds and heavy snowfall will most likely cause a blizzard in the region. In Aalborg, the snowfall is expected e.g. to start around 17.00 on Monday evening, but the wind strength will be modest until […]
Monday papers: Men’s childcare, Working with basic Finns and non-cash bonuses
Finland wants fathers to take more parental leave, but fathers have been slow to take advantage of the new family benefits.
An agreement with the bus drivers has been found, bus traffic will return to normal
“The strikes will end immediately. We have agreed that the return to work will take place as soon as possible, but no later than Monday morning on the first shift”, he stated for the broadcasting company in the dying minutes of the day. Kokko described the end result as a reasonable compromise from the drivers’ […]
Market rates in China — March 1
BEIJING, March 1 (Xinhua) — The following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Wednesday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollars 100,694.00 Euro 100,734.16 Japanese Yen 100 5.0926 Hong Kong Dollar 100 88.416 British Pounds […]
Market rates in China — March 2
BEIJING, March 2 (Xinhua) — Following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Thursday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollar 100,688.08 Euro 100,734.17 Japanese Yen 100 5.0576 Hong Kong Dollar 100 87.662 British Pounds 100,827.65 […]
Germany announces new ‘feminist’ foreign policy
Germany’s center-left government on Wednesday announced new feminist guidelines to shape its diplomacy and development work. This includes the creation of a new role of “feminist foreign policy ambassador”. Germany will lobby to ensure that women’s issues are more in focus globally, that women are better represented and that the country’s generous development funds are […]
Market rates in China — March 3
BEIJING, March 3 (Xinhua) — The following are the central rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Friday by the China Foreign Exchange Trading System: Currency unit Central parity rate in yuan US Dollar 100,691.17 Euro 100,732.67 Japanese Yen 100 5.0576 Hong Kong Dollar 100 88.051 British Pounds […]
Finland starts building a fence on the border with Russia
Finland has begun building a 200-kilometer-long fence on the border with Russia to prevent Moscow from using migrant flows for political purposes. This comes as Finnish MPs vote on Wednesday afternoon to speed up the process to join the NATO military alliance. Terrain work would begin on Tuesday “with forest clearance and will proceed in […]
Erdogan portrait lit up in NATO-bound country media
The demonstration in Helsinki was organized by pro-Kurdish ?anti-authoritarian? activists A group of protesters burned a portrait of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in front of their nation’s embassy in Helsinki over the weekend, Finnish media reported on Wednesday. Four people ended up being arrested during what turned out to be a chaotic incident, the […]
Sex work in South Africa: why both buying and selling should be legal
It is illegal to buy or sell sex in South Africa. But this could soon be a thing of the past if a recently published draft bill to decriminalize sex work is passed. Researchers and activists Marlise Richter and Monique Huysamen outline what is in the new law, what is good about it and what […]
Portrait of Erdogan burned in Finland in front of NATO voice media
The demonstration in Helsinki was organized by pro-Kurdish ?anti-authoritarian? activists A group of protesters burned a portrait of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in front of their nation’s embassy in Helsinki over the weekend, Finnish media have reported. The episode occurred amid tensions ahead of Wednesday’s vote on NATO membership. A majority of MPs passed […]
Childhood obesity is a risk factor for blood clots as an adult: Study
Gothenburg [Sweden], March 2 (ANI): A study from Gothenburg University found that obesity in childhood and early adulthood are distinct risk factors for blood clots later in life. The study is based on the early BMI history of over 37,000 men as well as information on their adult thrombi, if any. The link between obesity […]
Freedom of navigation in the Indian Ocean is a must: Maldives Foreign Minister
New Delhi [India]March 3 (ANI): Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid said that “freedom of navigation in the Indian Ocean is a must” that the country will do everything to maintain peace and stability in the region. Speaking exclusively to ANI, Abdulla Shahid said, “Freedom of navigation in the Indian Ocean is a must because it […]
Publisher behind Xi biography released from China prison
A Hong Kong-based publisher arrested while preparing to release an unauthorized biography of Chinese leader Xi Jinping has been released after serving a 10-year sentence in a prison in southern China. The respected San Francisco-based rights monitoring group Dui Hua reported Thursday that Yao Wentian, 83, was released on February 26 and returned to his […]
Europe gets caught up in Myanmar’s junta leaders, supporters
On February 20, the European Union announced a sixth round of sanctions against nine individuals and seven entities in military-ruled Myanmar in light of the “continued escalation of violence, serious human rights violations and threats to the peace, security and stability of Myanmar” two years after the February 1, 2021, coup. The sanctions involve travel […]
Social workers experienced depression during the pandemic, says the study
Those who experienced more pandemic-related stressors, such as health problems, increased caregiving responsibilities, domestic violence, family stress from childbirth, and work-life balance stress, experienced more mental health problems. compared to those who were not as affected by the hardships associated with the pandemic. “Like doctors, nurses, and other allied health care providers, social workers are […]
The Sámi Council Act failed due to political will, not content: the Sámi council chairman
In his Finnish text, Juuso explains the work of the legal committee and the Sámi Council’s negotiation work in the parliament across party lines. “It is important that everyone knows the twists and turns of the law reform process,” Juuso said. The twists and turns of the Sámi Council Act have also received significant attention […]
Court cases remained at a high level in Finland in 2022
which has resulted in generally unreasonable processing times,” said Riku Jaakkoladirector general of judicial administration. According to the calculations of the Judiciary, as the largest player in the administration of the Ministry of Justice, the Judiciary needs about 30 million euros of permanent additional funding for personnel expenses each year. In addition, the judiciary needs […]
Annah Björk – two years with postcovid
For many of us, the corona pandemic is a thing of the past, but not for Annah Björk. Every day for two years she has had a fever, breathing difficulties and body pains. Life with post-covid stands in stark contrast to how she lived until Christmas 2020. For 20 years, music and fashion journalist Annah […]
A new study shows that language skills and social relationships are key to the integration of immigrant early childhood educators in Finland
social relations at the workplace as well as the acceptance and recognition of the work community are directly related to how well early childhood educators with an immigrant background feel that they belong to the kindergarten’s work community. In Haanpää’s study, the views of early childhood educators with an immigrant background, as well as Finnish-born […]
Offshore wind turbine projects on the rocks
The Danish Energy Agency has suspended 28 wind turbine projects worth billions of kroner. Other energy projects have also been halted due to fears that the “open door” contracting scheme is in breach of EU law. All the projects fall under the so-called ‘open door’ scheme. This allows a company to submit an unsolicited project […]
According to the Finnish Rescue Association, cooking is the most common cause of residential fires in Finland
According to international statistics, fires are common worldwide. In the United States, cooking is the number one cause of home fires and fire-related injuries, with more than 173,000 fires reported in 2018 alone, resulting in 550 deaths and 4,820 injuries. In the UK, cooking is the most common cause of household fires, accounting for over […]
Harmful additives were found in Helsinki’s street cocaine samples, says a new study
The latest report covers lab results from 118 samples collected between September 13, 2022 and January 11, 2023, with the most commonly submitted samples being sold as amphetamine, cocaine, alprazolam, MDMA, or a variety of other synthetic stimulants. According to the report, the number of cocaine samples received (15 in total) has increased since the […]
The 130th anniversary of Martta Wendelin’s art: the exhibition opens in Valamo
Martta Wendelin was one of the most famous Finnish illustrators in the early 20th century. The calm atmosphere of his illustrations and the authentic depictions of home and family life were important to Finns. The idyllic image of the Finnish way of life through the seasons and calendar celebrations was conveyed especially in his illustrations […]
A new fitness supplement: SARMs
Products such as protein powders and creatine supplements are popular among fitness and bodybuilding enthusiasts. They improve the development of muscles and help them recover faster after a workout. In recent years, supplements known as Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators, or SARMs for short, have become increasingly popular among people involved in various types of training […]
RIP Great Prayer Day… now another holiday is under attack
The Danish Parliament voted earlier this week to abolish Great Prayer Day as a public holiday – a day off that Denmark has had for around 350 years. Now Copenhageners may risk losing another public holiday following the news that the city’s employment and integration mayor, Jens-Kristian Lütken, has proposed cutting May 1 (Labour Day) […]
Progress in Preventing Railroad Strikes
A planned strike by most rail workers has been called off, but train drivers are still negotiating with employers’ representatives.
Local Round-Up: Gay men benefit from ‘mom groups’ that are just as welcoming to men
Since 1 September last year, Copenhagen Municipality has been experimenting with a new kind of parent group in Copenhagen called ‘Parent Groups’. Many maternity groups are of the opinion that they are mostly welcoming to new mothers who want advice from more experienced parents, but the Parenting Groups emphasize being equally welcoming to men. Copenhagen […]
Smuggling Sweden – Operation Skorpionen | part 6/6
In 2015, Slovakia changed its legislation on the sale of deactivated weapons after it emerged that they were used in terrorist acts. By then, tens of thousands of Kalashnikovs, pistols and Scorpions have already been sold and are in operation in Europe. The networks sell weapons to both sides in the conflict With Operation Skorpion, […]
Smuggelsverige – The police murder in Biskopsgården | part 5/6
June 30, 2021. 112 receives several alarm calls about a shooting in Biskopsgården in Gothenburg. Two police officers are in the area and drive towards Vårväderstorget on a moped. One of them is Andreas Danman. Arriving at the scene, he is shot to death. Witnesses describe the perpetrator as young, wearing a black hoodie and […]
The stevedoring strike will end after the agreement between the transport workers and the port operators
According to him, the stevedores will return to work as soon as possible, but on Saturday at the latest. “During the 25-month contract period, salary increases will increase by 6.3 percent, in addition to which there will be a so-called deferment amount of 1,100 euros,” he comment For Helsingin Sanomat on Wednesday. Kokko said people […]
The mediator presented a new proposal
Ástráður Haraldsson, state mediator working on a new wage agreement with Efling and SA unions, called a press conference at 10:00 today. During the meeting, he said that representatives of the Confederation of Employers SA and Efling trade unions approved his new proposal for mediation, and therefore strikes and breaks at work will be suspended […]
Four proposals participated in the Espoo house architecture competition
The zoning competition for the Espoo building to be placed in Espoonkeskus is currently underway in cooperation with the Finnish Association of Architects (SAFA). Four working groups were chosen to continue in the competition, whose works are Encounters, Kontrapunkti, Lehteri and Virta. The competition entries are made available for residents to see and comment on […]
Noma and the emperor’s new clothes
Yesterday one Article came out in the Times of London, where Farrah Storr described her latest trip to Noma. She hated it. In 2021, Noma again won the award for the world’s best restaurant. The establishment, led by the ever-foraging René Redzepi, has gone from strength to strength since it opened in 2003. People swoon […]
The agreement was reached in a dock workers’ labor dispute; a compromise offer in the looming railroad strike
The union boards and the employer group will vote late on Wednesday on an agreement to end the strike that closed Finnish ports for two weeks.
The city of Helsinki appoints Glenn Gassen as director of immigration and Annukka Sorjonen as director of labor
Gassen and Sorjonen are responsible for increasing the vitality of the city by ensuring that companies and employers find qualified people and that the people of Helsinki get employment. Gassen, who previously worked as Enter Espoo’s innovation manager, believes that immigration will increase Helsinki’s vitality and states that Helsinki’s economic strength is based on the […]
The camping union warns that the new law could give Denmark a trailer park culture similar to the United States
1 March is the first day of the camping season in Denmark. In winter, there is a 15-20 day limit (with permission from the municipality) for how long you can stay in a caravan or cabin on a pitch – no tents in winter! – although a majority of MPs are believed to favor a […]
The chimpanzee escape in Furuvik
A short drive from the zoo, animal keeper Ing-Marie Persson, who has worked with the chimpanzees for 30 years, sits and witnesses the hunt from a distance without her being allowed to help. In P4 Story you will hear about why they were shot and how they were able to escape. Reporters: Mikael Sanner and […]
The ACP strike announced to start on March 1 will affect Posti’s freight deliveries if it comes to fruition
We hope for a quick solution to AKT’s industrial action. As a large domestic logistics operator, Posti is once again faced with industrial action that causes trouble for its customers. The situation is particularly unfortunate because the key to the solution is not in Posti’s hands. “We strive to ensure that our customers’ services work […]
The Minister of Defense returns from parental leave
Antti Kaikkonen returns to work after two months of parental leave.
This is how Europe can bring Putin to justice
In Ukraine, feverish efforts are underway to collect evidence and register suspected war crimes. Lubna El-Shanti has met with victims and war crimes investigators and in total over 70,000 suspected war crimes have been registered. In Ukraine, there is a strong hope of being able to prosecute and sentence Putin for the invasion, the crime […]
Can the internet make us more social?
It probably comes as no surprise to you that the Internet holds and has possibilities. But does it also include the possibility of being more social? Read on and get our most important insights! There are many opinions about whether we should have mobile phones with us at the dinner table or during our lunch […]
New homes for the homeless
In Reykjavík, five small houses for the homeless have been built on a plot of land between Engjavegur and Suðurlandsbraut. Construction work has been going on in the area for several months, and the houses themselves were moved into place in the middle of the month. Some residents of the Laugardalur district criticized the location […]
