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Police arrested man suspected of killing his girlfriend

The Nomad Today 12/26/19

The victim, a 25-year-old girl, was found dead in a private apartment in Orimattila.

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Finland’s diplomatic missions fight climate change in host countries

The Nomad Today 12/24/19

From buying electric cars and Jopo bikes for the staff to environmentally friendly choices in everyday life, Finnish embassies and consulates have addressed climate change in diverse ways.

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Beware of heavy meals and Christmas sweets: more than half of Finns have high cholesterol

The Nomad Today 12/24/19

Around 55% of the Finnish population have a total cholesterol level above the recommended. And 41% of men and 9% of women are at high risk of experiencing an acute cardiovascular event,…

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Increases in Kela's aid to students in 2020

The Nomad Today 12/23/19

Starting in January, the Finnish Social Security Institution will improve the monthly paid supplement to students who have children and also the housing supplement for those studying abroad.

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Retail trade, about to end the year with turnover and sales increases

The Nomad Today 12/23/19

In daily consumer goods trade, the turnover increased by 3% in November and the sales volume by 1.4%.

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Santa Claus: "Be tolerant of other person's thoughts and opinions"

The Nomad Today 12/23/19

"Be tolerant of other person's thoughts and opinions," says Santa Claus to all of us before starting his journey around the world. In this video by Visit Rovaniemi, the Father Christmas wishes…

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Police request observations about attempted murder in Korso

The Nomad Today 12/23/19

A person was stabbed at Maakotkantie on Tuesday 17 December.

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Age limit for the extension on unemployment benefit will rise to 62

The Nomad Today 12/23/19

In future, unemployed persons born in or after 1961 will be entitled to extended unemployment allowance at the age of 62 instead of 61, as is currently the case. The aim of this legislative amendment…

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Christmas message from the President

Niinistö to Finnish peacekeepers: "You bring stability to the most troubled parts of the world"

The Nomad Today 12/23/19

The President of the Republic thanks the troops for their efforts in creating the security and stability conditions that allow civilian crisis management operations, humanitarian aid and…

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Countdown to repeal the penalty for the unemployed for not finding work

The Nomad Today 12/22/19

The activation model that allows Kela to cut the benefits of unemployed who do not find work will be abolished in January 2020. It was created by the Government of former Prime Minister Juha…

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Sanna Marin's Christmas message: "Relax with your loved ones, each in your own way, with your own traditions"

The Nomad Today 12/22/19

The Government has published the Christmas message from the Prime Minister, which lacks any religious content and only mentions traditions that can by enjoyed by the entire population.

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Migri will raise residence permit processing fees in 2020

The Nomad Today 12/20/19

The processing fee for a work-based residence permit application submitted online will increase 90 euros. The Finnish Immigration Service will also charge 50 euros for unused appointments.

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Flying from Finland this Christmas? Tips for smooth holiday travelling

The Nomad Today 12/20/19

Can you take a Christmas ham or fireworks through airport security? Read here a list of tips for packing your Christmas hand luggage from the operator of the Finnish airports.

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New era of Finnish FinTech

The Nomad Today 12/20/19

In this article, we will introduce you to some of the largest financial technology companies in Finland.

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2,000 births less in Finland so far this year

The Nomad Today 12/20/19

During January-November, 42,015 children were born throughout the country, which is 2,008 fewer than in the corresponding period in 2018. Still, the country's population increased due to migration…

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Road traffic accidents claimed 8 lives in November

The Nomad Today 12/20/19

290 accidents involving personal injury happened last month. In them, other 341 personas were injured.

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Is Finland about to suffer an increase in unemployment?

The Nomad Today 12/20/19

The number of unemployed job seekers increased by 3,800 in November, when the great Christmas sales campaign is at its peak. Bankruptcies of companies are increasing, especially in the main…

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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment to assume responsibility for labour migration

The Nomad Today 12/19/19

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment will have overall responsibility for the residence permit procedure for workers, students and researchers. Steps will be taken to simplify the process…

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New action plan on violent radicalization and extremism

The Nomad Today 12/19/19

The Finnish Government issued a resolution on this new action plan on the same day it announced the return of the first two children from al-Hol camp. The Ministry of the Interior…

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Opi leipomaan joulutortut kahdessa minuutissa - Almost Finns

The Nomad Today 12/19/19

Almost Finns show you how to prepare Joulutorttu.