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Chinese, Finnish youths play football friendlies in Arctic Finland
Xinhua News Agency
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ROVANIEMI, Finland, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Youth football teams from China and Finland played friendly matches on Wednesday in Rovaniemi, the Arctic "hometown of Santa Claus," as part of a cultural and sports exchange program. Two under-12 teams from...
Could the French choose a 29-year-old as President?
EJ Insight
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In their next Presidential election in 2027, could the French choose a 29-year-old who did not graduate from university? Since 2022, Jordan Bardella has been president of the far-right Rassemblement National (RN, National Rally), the party which...
Finland recalls Lisbon ambassador amid misconduct probe
Helsinki Times
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July 2, 2025
Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has dismissed Titta Maja-Luoto from her post as Finland’s ambassador to Portugal. The decision follows internal complaints and an ongoing civil service investigation into her conduct. The Ministry for Foreign...
Finland’s inflation slows slightly to 1.9 percent in June
Helsinki Times
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July 2, 2025
Consumer prices in Finland rose by 1.9 percent in June compared to the same month last year, according to preliminary data from Statistics Finland. The harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP) shows a slight decrease from May, when the annual...
I’m pursuing further education in Finland –Possi Gee on music break
The Chronicle News Online
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July 3, 2025
Ace Ghanaian music producer and sound engineer Awal Alhassan, popularly known as Possigee, has revealed that he is currently pursuing further education in Finland. In an interview on Property FM, Possigee explained that his decision to return to...
Finland backs EU's 2040 emissions reduction target, says climate minister
Yle Uutiset
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July 2, 2025
The emissions target is part of the EU's broader roadmap to achieving climate neutrality by 2050. Open image viewer Multala said the Commission's proposal aligns with Finland's key priorities in climate diplomacy. Image: Mimmi Nietula / Yle...
Finland just banned cargo-ship poop at sea, first nation to do it
Euro Weekly News
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July 2, 2025
Finland's new maritime law targets waste pollution from ships like these. Credit: Siwabud Veerapaisarn Images via Canva.com It’s now official, cargo ships can no longer treat the Baltic like a public toilet. As of July 1, 2025, Finland has become...
International nurse recruitment branded a ‘great global rip-off’
Nursing Times
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July 2, 2025
International healthcare recruitment practices by wealthy countries are a “rip-off”, according to a global body representing nurses, which cited figures suggesting billions are being saved through overseas staff. The International Council of...
Finland's top diplomat in Portugal being removed from post
Yle Uutiset
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July 2, 2025
The foreign ministry did not specify the reasons for the change, but it has been reported that embassy staff members had jointly accused the ambassador of harassment and inappropriate behaviour. Open image viewer It was reported in June that eight...
NHL players can play in 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics after deal gets finalized by hockey governing bodies
Fox News
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NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman discusses the upcoming playoffs and the future success of professional hockey on ‘Special Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! NHL players will be permitted to play in the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic...
Housing aid cuts to hit 150,000 Finnish students from August
Helsinki Times
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July 2, 2025
A major overhaul of Finland’s student housing aid system will take effect in August, cutting support for around 150,000 students. Those renting from parents will see the sharpest drops. The reform shifts students from the general housing allowance...
Government spending was main driver of economic growth in 2024
DutchNews
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July 2, 2025
July 2, 2025 The entrance to the parliamentary complex. Photo: DutchNews.nlGovernment spending was the main driver of economic growth in the Netherlands in 2024, new figures from national statistics office CBS show. The economy grew by 1.1% last...
The EIB Group and Finnvera will support Finnish exports to Ukraine
The Odessa Journal
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The European Investment Fund (EIF), part of the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, and Finnvera, Finland’s export credit agency, are launching a €30 million pilot project to support Finnish exports to Ukraine. This was reported by Ukraine’s...
Finland opens new Consulate General in Texas
Daily Finland
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Finland on Tuesday opened one more Consulate General in United States located in Houston, Texas, said the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in a press release. It will provide services for people in distress in accordance with the Consular Services...
Which European nations require women to do military service?
Euronews
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Published on 02/07/2025 - 17:03 GMT+2•Updated 17:04 Danish women can now be called up for a period of compulsory military service when they turn 18, after Denmark became the latest northern European nation to adopt gender-inclusive conscription....
13 Of The Most Famous Military Vehicles In History
SlashGear
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July 2, 2025
As controversial as war is, countries all over the planet dedicate massive resources to developing military materiel and padding their defenses. A handful of countries have developed weapons and vehicles that then spread across the globe. Thus, a...
SBC Summit adds Global and Emerging Markets stages to meet expanding international interest
Yogonet International
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July 2, 2025
SBC Summit 2025 will introduce two new region-focused conference stages—Global Markets and Emerging Markets—to cater to a growing international audience. Scheduled for September 16–18, the event expects to welcome over 30,000 attendees from more...
Greek unions speak out after government pushes for 13-hour workday
Euronews
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Published on 02/07/2025 - 15:24 GMT+2 The General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) responded with an angry statement to the Labour Ministry’s intention to extend working hours to up to 13 per day for the same employer. Worker representatives...
Finland's MoD to procure first sovereign SAR satellites for space-based ISR
Janes
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A concept graphic of an ICEYE-X2 SAR satellite in orbit. (Iceye) Finland's Ministry of Defence (MoD) and satellite company Iceye Oy have signed a letter of intent that allows Finland to purchase Iceye synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites,...
Finland bans wastewater discharge in its waters
Lloyd's List
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July 1, 2025
FINLAND has become the first nation to ban wastewater discharge from vessels in its exclusive economic zone, after legislation passed in December 2024 entered into force on July 1, 2025. All vessels flying the Finnish flag as well as vessels of...