Next stop: Finland

Salvador García. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Nerja Nerja once again has a reason to be proud of its athletes. Young decathlete Salvador García from Trops-Cueva de Nerja has qualified for the U20 European Athletics Championships. Salvador García had a standout …

‘In Finland, schools give children more freedom & make them responsible early on’

Finland to Open New Consulate in India on June 9

The Finnish authorities have announced that the country will open a new Honorary Consulate in India’s Ahmedabad. According to the Embassy of Finland in India, the Consulate will open on June 9, playing a key role in strengthening economic cooperation and …

Saanich Peninsula’s karate kids bound for world stage in Finland

Peninsula dojo sending 23-member squad to international showdown at KSI World Championships They’ve trained, they’ve travelled, and now they’re ready to take on the world. A dedicated group from the Kimura Shukokai Karate dojo on the Saanich Peninsula is …

Police: New three-step phishing scam spreading in Finland

In a new wave of scams, cybercriminals are calling victims on the phone, impersonating bank representatives in order to get hold of their online banking credentials. Open image viewer Police said its aware of approximately 30 phishing cases between April …

Finland’s job contract overhaul ruffles feathers across the board

A Finnish flag marks the country as new job contract laws spark debate across Finland Credit : hyotographics, Shutterstock When it comes to shaking up working life in Finland, the government’s latest proposal has managed something unusual: it’s brought …

Damac’s Hyperco targets data center development in Espoo, Finland

Nordic data center firm Hyperco is looking to build a new campus outside Helsinki in Espoo, Finland. The company is also developing a facility in eastern Finland to serve TikTok and planning two other developments. Hyperco in Espoo Helsingin Sanomat …

Economic shock in Finland: falling consumption and exports push GDP into decline

Economic shock in Finland: falling consumption and exports push GDP into decline Finland is now officially in recession. The Nordic country’s GDP fell by 1.4% in 2023, marking its worst economic downturn since the 2008 financial crisis, according to …

Albania, Finland dismantle drug trafficking networks

3 June 2025 - Albania and Finland have launched a joint crackdown on organized crime groups trafficking synthetic drugs between the two countries, authorities announced Tuesday. At a press conference in Tirana, Albania’s Special Anti-Corruption Structure ( …

When in Finland, try these vegan delights"

Rye bread is a Finnish staple and makes for an excellent base for several plant-based toppings. This dense, whole grain rye flour bread is packed with fiber and nutrients. Popular toppings include avocado slices, cucumber, or hummus, making for a healthy, …