Cities

Immigrants Now Make Up 15% of Helsinki’s Municipal Workforce

The City of Helsinki is increasingly relying on foreign-background professionals to maintain essential municipal services as Finland faces a rapidly aging native workforce.

Royal Caribbean to Buy Two More World-Class Cruise Ships from Finland

The massive order secures thousands of jobs in Finland's maritime sector into the next decade and solidifies the country's position as a global leader in advanced shipbuilding.
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Helsinki Police Uncover Massive Shadow Economy Fraud Ring

The criminal case involves more than twenty suspects and centers on aggravated tax fraud and accounting offenses. Investigators also suspect aggravated earnings-related pension fraud.

One Dead in Nighttime Fire at Helsinki’s Kontula Shopping Center

Police are currently investigating the cause of the fire and the official cause of death.

Two-Year-Old Dies Following Accident at Vantaa Daycare

The death of a two-year-old child trapped in a folding bed has sparked a police investigation and immediate safety policy changes across early childhood education centers in Finland.

Finland to get second Moomin theme park in Lapland

The creators of Finland's popular Moominworld are expanding to Rovaniemi to capitalize on the region's booming international winter tourism.

From Vantaa to Tampere: Why Major Finnish Cities Are Banning Face Coverings in Schools?

Vantaa and Tampere have introduced new guidelines prohibiting facial coverings in educational settings, sparking a nationwide debate over school safety, pedagogical interaction, and cultural expression.

Spring Weather Arrives Early Across Finland With Rare March Warmth

A high-pressure system is bringing exceptionally warm air to Finland, driving temperatures up to 15 degrees Celsius and rapidly melting snow much earlier than usual.