Cities

From Wedding Dresses to Whole Turkeys: The Strangest Items Left Behind on HSL Public Transport

Passengers on Helsinki’s public transport are leaving more personal items behind than ever before, but only a small share of commuters bother to retrieve them.

Helsinki Population Crosses 700,000, 21% Have Foreign Mother Tongue

The Finnish capital is experiencing its fastest growth in years, driven largely by foreign-born residents.
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Intia Päivä: India Day Festival Brings a Taste of South Asia to the Heart of Helsinki

The annual event offers international residents a day of cultural exchange, cuisine, and entertainment as Finland and India mark 75 years of diplomatic relations.

Uumen Hotels: New Budget Hotel to Open in Central Helsinki with Rooms Starting at €39

Breakfast is not included in the room rate. However, the operators plan to arrange for services like breakfast and gym access to be available nearby for a small additional fee.

Finnish Government Withdraws Funding for Garden Helsinki Arena Project

Following weeks of controversy over political lobbying, Finland has withdrawn a 35-million-euro state subsidy for a massive new arena project in the capital.

Tampere Mother Fined After Leaving Young Children Alone to Visit Bar

A local court in Finland has convicted a woman of child abandonment. She had been drinking alcohol at home on a Tuesday evening before heading to a local restaurant.

Shocking Incident Outside Helsinki’s Kontula Metro Station: 80-Year-Old Woman Stabbed to Death

An unprovoked fatal stabbing outside a busy suburban metro station has shocked the Finnish capital.

Would You Pay €800 for a Kilo of Coffee? This Espoo Roastery Thinks So

In a country famous for leading global coffee consumption, a local roastery is testing the limits of the luxury market with a highly exclusive batch of beans.