Interest in watching the national basketball team's World Cup qualifying match against France was so great that the game was moved from Hovet to Avicii Arena. “It’s so cool. So big. We’re going to give back on the court,” says national team captain Mikko Riipinen at a press conference.
FootballPresident Zelensky's shakeups in Ukraine's leadership come frequently and unpredictably. Expert Ryhor Nizhnikau sees a dangerous trend. There are two Zelenskys. One is a war hero, highly respected in the West and also within Ukraine. But the other is a populist driven by simple election tactics.
WorldPresident Zelenskyy's shakeups in Ukraine's leadership come frequently and unpredictably. Expert Ryhor Nizhnikau sees a dangerous trend. There are two Zelenskyys. One is a war hero, highly respected in the West and also within Ukraine. But the other is a populist driven by simple election tactics.
WorldThe creations of world-famous Finnish architect Alvar Aalto have been classified as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Finlandia Hall in Helsinki is one of 13 buildings now included on the World Heritage List.
EntertainmentA political crisis has erupted in Finland, with the government accused of corruption. Uncertainty surrounding the granting of hundreds of millions in state aid for a major arena project has led the opposition to demand the resignation of the prime minister.
WorldFinnish police have completed their investigation into two cable breaches in the Gulf of Finland that occurred in late 2025. Four people are now suspected of crimes.
WorldIn the midst of the ongoing World Cup finals in Switzerland, it has become clear: the 2030 World Cup will be played in Finland and Latvia.
Ice hockeyFinland's economy grew by 0.9 percent in April compared with the same month last year, Statistics Finland said, slowing from a revised 2.5 percent in March.
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