Finland forecasts modest growth, warns of structural fiscal imbalance

HELSINKI, Sept. 22 (Xinhua) -- The Finnish economy is slowly recovering from recession, with modest growth ahead but persistent challenges in employment and public finances, the Ministry of Finance said in its autumn forecast released Monday....

Finland President Urges India to Play Role in Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Citing “Geopolitical Stake”

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has urged that India should play a role in addressing the Russia-Ukraine conflict as “India has a geopolitical stake.” “I’ve been speaking to PM Modi recently about the situation in Ukraine. India has a...

In the Finnish capital nature and city life blend seamlessly

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The view from the Ursa Observatory at Kaivopuisto park, on the southern tip of Helsinki, encapsulates the ruggedness of the Finnish capital. Beyond a wisp of beach, the Gulf of...

In the Finnish capital Helsinki, nature and city life blend seamlessly

Lonna island’s sauna is a short ferry ride from Helsinki city centre. Photograph by Mónica SuárezThis article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The view from the Ursa Observatory at Kaivopuisto park, on the southern tip of...

Turkey Adopts Canadian Mining Sustainability Standard

The Miners Association of Türkiye (MAT) has adopted Canada’s Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) program, expanding the made-in-Canada standard to its 14th international market. TSM, developed by the Mining Association of Canada, is the world’s first...

The advantages of clearing field edges efficiently and safely

Maintaining field edges is often overlooked, yet these boundaries significantly impact machinery movement, farming efficiency, and even biodiversity. Overgrown field edges can hinder fieldwork, shade crops, and spread weeds, while also obstructing...

Muslim groups in Finland reject talk of niqab ban

A coalition of 40 Finnish Muslim organisations has issued a joint statement rejecting proposals to ban face-covering religious garments in schools and public spaces. The statement, dated 24 September and signed by groups including Finland's Muslim...

How Luxury Yachting Is Navigating Toward A Sustainable Future

The luxury yacht industry is riding a wave of transformation. Charter bookings have surged as Covid introduced a new generation of clients who view yachting less as asset ownership and more as gateway to experiential luxury. Meanwhile,...

World leaders call for permanent polluter profit tax to fund climate action

A coalition of nearly 40 former heads of state and government have called on governments around the world to adopt a permanent polluter profit tax on fossil fuel companies to finance urgent climate action. The open letter argues that fossil fuel...

Installation begins on Finland’s new supercomputer Roihu

The first delivery of Finland’s new national supercomputer, Roihu, has arrived at CSC’s data centre in Kajaani, marking the start of installation work. Roihu is designed to replace the current supercomputers Mahti and Puhti, both of which will be...

Finnish Air Force hosts large-scale training exercise

This week's Protective Fence 25 drill will involve a total of around 50 aircraft and 1,200 personnel, including members of the Swedish and Danish air forces. Open image viewer The operation will begin on Monday 22 September and end on Friday 26...

Russia’s War Transforms Ukraine into a World-Leading Military Producer

Executive Summary: Russia’s 2022 invasion triggered a surge in Ukraine’s defense sector, experiencing a 350 percent growth since 2022. Ukraine leads globally in tactical and long-range drones, aiming to become the world’s “drone capital.” Upcoming...

Can climate comedy still work? This offshore wind ad suggests it can.

Standing alone on a rocky coastline wearing a seaman-style knit hat, Samuel L. Jackson reaches into a snack bag and gazes intensely through binoculars. Wind turbines spin ominously on a watery horizon. “Motherf-cking wind farms. Loud, ugly,...

Arctic Economic Council chief praises Korean shipbuilding, says growth in region can be sustainable

Published: 26 Sep. 2025, 13:27 Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI Mads Qvist Frederiksen, director of the Arctic Economic Council [WOO SANG-JO] TROMSO, Norway — Mads Qvist Frederiksen, director of the Arctic Economic Council (AEC),...

Special Report: Abbas of Palestine; Finland, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Senegal

Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian Authority, delivered his speech to the General Assembly high-level week on Sept. 25 by video from his base in the West Bank, calling Israeli’s retaliatory attacks in Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023, a “war...

Boldyn, Nokia run 5G private network in Finnish mine testbed

Boldyn Networks and Nokia have deployed a private 5G network at the Callio FutureMINE site in Pyhäjärvi, Finland. Callio was an operational copper mine for more than 60 years and now provides an environment for technology companies to test and...

China’s conservative climate targets a missed opportunity for leadership: Analysts

BEIJING - China’s conservative targets for its latest national climate plan, announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sept 24, is a missed opportunity for the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases to show stronger climate leadership,...

Cowichan Valley Symphony Society kicks off season with 'The Sound of Finland'

Classical concert will also showcase Joshua Hopkins' modern 'Songs for Murdered Sisters' featuring poetic verse from Margaret Atwood "Music begins where the possibilities of language ends," —Jean Sibelius. The Cowichan Symphony Society kick off...

‘It’s impossible to overstate the power of collaboration and partnership’: Carlsberg’s sustainability chief on driving industry progress

Simon Boas Hoffmeyer, VP, Global Head of Sustainability & ESG, has been leading Carlsberg’s sustainability efforts for the last decade. But he’s been working in sustainability for most of his career: having been inspired by global travels during...

Finland to do what it told to threaten Russia — Security Council member

MOSCOW, September 20. /TASS/. Finland, as a NATO member, will do whatever it is told, so Moscow is forced to think about strengthening its security in the northwestern region, Sergey Ivanov, permanent member of Russia’s Security Council, Special...