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National economy output decreased in December from previous month

The Nomad Today 2/14/20

It is estimated that the number of the employed has increased by around 0.6%.

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Prime Minister Marin to attend special meeting of European Council

The Nomad Today 2/14/20

Important issues for Finland include supporting research and innovation and linking EU funds to compliance with the rule of law.

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Wild animals caused more than 13,000 road accidents in 2019

The Nomad Today 2/14/20

More than half of all accidents occurred in Southwest Finland, Uusimaa and Pirkanmaa.

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Preparation of equal pay program interrupted due to lack of consensus

The Nomad Today 2/13/20

The Government and social agents were unable to agree on how to narrow the gender pay gap.

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The Mandalorian, the most viewed show on Finnish pay-TV platforms

The Nomad Today 2/13/20

Star Trek: Picard and The Witcher complete the top 3.

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TRADITION

Ystävänpäivä, the Finnish version of Valentine's Day

The Nomad Today 2/13/20

In Finland, this celebration has a peculiar meaning and symbolism, as day of exaltation of friendship.

Coronavirus

Finland includes coronavirus in the list of hazardous communicable diseases

The Nomad Today 2/13/20

The amendment to the Government Decree on Communicable Diseases will enter into force on 14 February. According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, the aim is to "prevent the spread" of the…

Finland

Private health and social work lead salary growth

The Nomad Today 2/13/20

The sum of wages and salaries of the whole economy grew by 2.2% in the last quarter.  

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41% of Finns reported security problems when using the internet

The Nomad Today 2/12/20

Phishing and pharming are the most common frauds reported by the users in the EU.

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Prime Ministers of Finland and Latvia discussed Baltic region security

The Nomad Today 2/12/20

During his visit to Helsinki, Prime Minister Karinš also had a meeting with President of the Republic Sauli Niinistö.

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Finland presents its proposal for a forgiveness emoji

Eric Lipchis 2/12/20

The symbol aims to emphasize the importance of forgiveness and peace.

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Map of the schools that closed last year in Finland

The Nomad Today 2/12/20

Interestingly, where more comprehensive schools have closed it is not in rural areas, but in the large urban areas of Uusimaa, Pirkanmaa and Ostrobothnia. At the same time, the new units built are…

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Low vitamin D during pregnancy increases children risk of ADHD

Eric Lipchis 2/11/20

A recent population-level study conducted by researchers from the University of Turku (Finland) and Columbia University (New York) demonstrates this association.

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Finland to show its "most significant weapon systems" to OSCE countries

The Nomad Today 2/11/20

An international visit has been organized to Lapland Air Command and Jaeger Brigade. Invitations have been sent to 56 countries, including the Russian Federation and other former Soviet republics.

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Sanoma acquires its rival Alma Media Publishing

The Nomad Today 2/11/20

Now the market leader in print media also owns the second largest group in Finland, parent company of Aamulehti, Satakunnan Kansa and 13 other publications.

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Why are foreigners less likely to visit a doctor than Finns?

The Nomad Today 2/11/20

Experts point to the lack of confidence in the system as one of the elements that discourage people of foreign origin when they need to seek help in the face of a disease.

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Government launches plan to treat mental disorders among young people

The Nomad Today 2/11/20

According to estimates, approximately 19,000 young people between 13 and 18 years of age need help due to depression or anxiety disorder every year. "Mental health problems are the fastest growing…

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Number of crimes committed by foreigners increased

The Nomad Today 2/11/20

In 2019, foreign nationals committed 23,672 offences, which is more than 1,000 more than the year before. The proportion of foreign suspects has risen significantly in cases of robbery (50%) and…

Finland

How to register as a foreigner in the Finnish Population system

Eric Lipchis 2/10/20

If you intend to stay for more than one year, you must apply for a municipality of residence to have access to the services provided by municipalities, such as medical care. Read all the steps in…

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Latvian Prime Minister Krišjānis Karinš to visit Finland

The Nomad Today 2/10/20

In Helsinki he will meet with the Prime Minister, Sanna Marin, and with the President of the Republic, Sauli Niinistö.