Finland orders pause on Google AI data centres over environmental concerns Google had called the data centres its biggest investment in Europe. Euronews · 2h ago
Emirates launches Helsinki flights as airline reaches 93% of pre-disruption capacity The Dubai-based airline has touched down in Finland’s capital Helsinki for the first time as it reports operating at around 93% of its pre-disruption capacity. Euronews · 3h ago
Google told to halt work on datacentres in Finland over environmental concerns Order on two construction sites comes after Google failed to carry out environmental impact assessments The Guardian - UK · 19h ago
Lithuania takes further step towards lifting nuclear weapons ban Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that Lithuania’s move, alongside broader plans to expand US and NATO military infrastructure in the region, risked further escalating tensions. Euronews · 23h ago
Finnish town braces for change from Google data centres In the northern Finnish town of Muhos, 36-year-old farmer Joni Pitkanen is preparing for life with a new neighbour -- just kilometers away, tech giant Google is planning to build new data centres. The planned data centres are part of an announced 13-billion-euro ($15-billion) investment in Finland over the next… The Economic Times · Oct 5
Finland's government survives confidence vote after Israel visit row Finland's government on Friday survived a parliamentary vote of confidence called over the government's Middle East policy following a criticised visit to Israel by the defence minister. Euronews · Oct 2
Celtic star Viljami Sinisalo is hoping for 'life-changing moment' for country Celtic star Viljami Sinisalo is hoping for 'life-changing moment' for country The National (Scotland) · Oct 2
Finland investigates suspected break-ins at several MPs homes, authorities say All members of parliament had been told to remain vigilant, report observations and file police complaints if necessary. Euronews · Oct 1
Why Europe wants to boost its Arctic presence EU leaders gathered in northern Finland recently for a summit focused on reaffirming the importance of the Arctic region to European security. The meeting, which took place in the city of Rovaniemi, came a month before the EU is expected to release its updated Arctic policy. The Conversation · Sep 29
Man using metal detector finds 4,000+ Viking Age silver coins buried 39 feet apart A Finnish metal detectorist has uncovered what is believed to be the country's largest known Viking Age silver coin hoard after finding thousands of ancient coins near the village centre of Sysmä. Kalle Lappinen discovered the hoard on September 3, 2026, and reported the find to authorities, allowing archaeologists from… The Times of India · Sep 25
Sweden and Finland scramble fighter jets to intercept group of Russian warplanes in first joint operation Swedish prime minister Ulf Kristersson said the Baltic Sea has ‘never been better protected’ by Nato jets The Independent UK · Sep 25
Finland and Sweden scramble Quick Reaction Alert jets to intercept Russian aircraft European countries have been on high alert for any Russian interference, with fears that Moscow could target Kyiv's Western backers as the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine drags on into its fifth year. Euronews · Sep 25
One Recovered Fully and One Never Did After Their Brain Stimulator Batteries Died, with Replacements 12 Days Apart Two Parkinson's patients in Finland lost brain stimulation when their batteries died. One got a new device in 2 days and recovered. One waited 14 days. Medical Daily · Sep 23
Finland’s online gambling monopoly has an expiry date—but trust will decide what replaces it Finland is approaching a significant change in how online gambling is regulated, with Veikkaus’ exclusive position due to end on June 30, 2027. From July 1, 2027, betting, online slot and casino games, plus online money bingo will open to licensed competition. For you as a consumer, that means more… inkl · Sep 22
The Economic Times · Sep 21 Australia to seek UN security council seat from 2029 Australia will seek a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced this bid for the 2029 term. He expects strong support from Pacific and Southeast Asian nations. Australia last served on the council ending in 2014. Finland is also a nominee for the same council…
The Times of India · Sep 18 Finland Drills First Repository Hole: ONKALO moves from research to disposal; project targets 100,000 years Finland's ONKALO facility is advancing towards the permanent disposal of spent nuclear fuel. Engineers are currently drilling the initial deposition hole dedicated to the definitive disposal of radioactive materials, which will be contained deep underground by several protective barriers. This groundbreaking geological repository is designed to securely isolate waste for…
The Economic Times · Sep 16 They spent 5 years searching Google Maps for an island, found a 5-acre Finnish island and built a solar-powered dream home they now rent for $2,400 a night A Finnish couple spent five years searching Google Maps for their dream private island before finding a five-acre property in Finland’s archipelago. Aleksi Hautamäki and Milla Selkimäki bought the island, sold their Helsinki apartment and built a solar-powered, off-grid retreat called Project Ö. The secluded island home, complete with a…
The Independent UK · Sep 16 First look as Royal Caribbean starts work on fifth Icon class ship A keel-laying ceremony was held at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland earlier this week
The Times of India · Sep 16 Finland’s coast rises 1,730 acres yearly, but owners may not own new land For thousands of years, Finland’s western shoreline has been quietly changing shape. Ground that was once pressed beneath an enormous sheet of ice is still rising, pushing parts of the coast farther out into the Gulf of Bothnia. To the eye, the process can look like nature simply adding more…
The Times of India · Sep 15 A metal detectorist uncovered 4.5 kg of Viking-era silver in Finland A metal detectorist found Finland's largest Viking-era silver hoard in Sysmä. The discovery included thousands of coins and other silver objects. These items were buried in two birch-bark containers about twelve meters apart. The total silver weight found is approximately four point five kilograms. Researchers will now determine the exact…
Euronews · Sep 15 EU Digital Identity Wallet: what it is and how it works By 2026, EU countries must roll out their national wallet apps for the EU’s Digital Identity Wallet, a digital space for storing and sharing personal data. Italy, France, and Finland are leading the way. What's the status of other countries?
Euronews · Sep 14 Finland joins France's forward nuclear deterrence initiative Finnish President Alexander Stubb stressed that Finland’s "foremost priority" was still to act as part of NATO and the EU and that the French initiative would not "replace or overlap with NATO’s nuclear deterrence."
Radio France Internationale · Sep 14 Finland joins French nuclear umbrella amid European security push Finland has decided to join France’s nuclear deterrence umbrella in a bid to bolster regional security in the face of uncertainty over the United States' commitment to Europe and NATO.
The Independent UK · Sep 14 European leaders meet as Arctic thaw opens shipping routes and Russian buildup stokes security fears Top European leaders are meeting in Finland to focus on the Arctic
Euronews · Sep 11 Leaf-peeping in Europe: The best destinations for autumn colours Europe offers a long and varied autumn, with colourful forests, mountain valleys and vineyards putting on spectacular seasonal displays. From Slovenia and Scotland to Finland and Portugal, here are some of the best places to see autumn’s reds, oranges and golds.