Digita to end pay DTT broadcasts in Finland

Digita is bringing to an end its nationwide pay-TV service on DTT as of 31 May 2025. Channels including Eurosport, CNN, Discovery and Digital channels from the national broadcaster MTV have been offered under the Antero brand. “With a heavy heart, we are …

More pharmacies in Finland offer vaccinations as numbers grow steadily

A growing number of pharmacies in Finland now offer vaccination services. According to a member survey by the Finnish Pharmacists’ Association, at least 74 pharmacies had launched vaccination services by March 2025. The survey was conducted in late …

Indian activist living in Finland arrested in Poland on Indian extradition request

Indian national Sanal Edamaruku, a secular activist living in exile in Finland, has been arrested in Poland based on a notice issued by Indian authorities. According to Rationalist International, the organisation Edamaruku founded, he was detained at …

Markets in Finland and Europe plunge as trade war escalates

Stock exchanges across Europe opened with sharp declines on Monday following the continuation of a trade conflict triggered by the United States. The Helsinki Stock Exchange dropped nearly 5 percent in early trading. Frankfurt's DAX index fell more …

Lithuanian medical prescriptions now valid in Finland, Czechia

Finland: Journalists’ union filed complaint to the Prosecutor General in the case of journalist Ida Erämaa

The preliminary investigation into alleged defamation targeting Finnish journalist Ida Erämaa has been closed after the Chief Prosecutor of Southern Finland found that the journalist was partly responsible for the insults and threats she received. The …

Finland's Tavio at EU ministers' meeting to formulate US tariff response

The EU will introduce strong and proportionate countermeasures, where necessary, to protect consumers and businesses in the bloc, according to Finland's Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio (Finns). Open image viewer Image: Markku …

Explore Finland's untouched rural landscapes "

Lapland is famous for its pristine wilderness and surreal landscapes. The northern region is characterized by miles and miles of forests, fells, and rivers that remain mostly untouched by humans. It is a perfect destination for anyone looking for a hike or …

Neste cuts 370 jobs in Finland

Finnish energy firm Neste will reduce its workforce by around 510 jobs globally. Open image viewer Most of the cuts affect experts at Neste, the majority of whom are based in Finland. Image: Silja Viitala / Yle Finnish oil refiner and biofuel maker …

Foreign Minister: Finland wants to be Europe's negotiator with Russia, US

Finnish calls for Europe to initiate dialogue with Russia on the Ukraine war reflect a desire to be Europe's lead negotiator and mediator, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said. At the same time, Tsahkna said there is no scope for talks with …