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'The Land of a Thousand Nudes': Getting naked in Finland

Thousands stripped off their clothes and gathered on the streets and beaches of Kuopio in central Finland for a unique art project in the early hours of a bright Nordic night.

World News

US President Joe Biden arrives in Finland for talks

The US President arrives in Finland for the first time since Donald Trump's summit five years ago with Vladimir Putin.

Finland

Finland's far-right leader 'sorry' for her racist, violent writings

Riikka Purra says "I've made mistakes" as the government was forced to issue a statement affirming strong support for human rights and equality in the Nordic nation.

Finland

Racism and violence: Finland's government plagued by new scandal

Inflammatory blog post comments from 15 years ago have been linked to the far-right Finns Party leader and current finance minister, Riikka Purra, who hasn't denied it.

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Europe Decoded

Finland's Forest Administration embraces gender-neutral language

The updated term seeks to emphasise the inclusive ethos that lies at the heart of Finland's efforts to promote equality in all areas of life.

Destinations

Europe's tourism bosses 'share what they love' about their countries

Avoid overcrowded destinations with these local recommendations from travel experts.

Finland

Finland minister quits amid new 'mass abortions for Africa' scandal

The extremist comments and behaviour of Vilhelm Junnila have come under scrutiny since his appointment as minister for economic affairs just last Tuesday.

Finland

Finland's 'Nazi joke' government minister survives no confidence vote

Vilhelm Junnila had been under scrutiny over the past week for his apparent enthusiasm for far-right ideology - even as more troubling pictures are coming to light.

Belarus

Belarus' neighbours tighten security amid Lukashenko-Prigozhin deal

Finland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia have agreed to coordinate and enhance border measures at the crossings with Russia and Belarus.

United Kingdom

Britain's Prince William inspired by Europe in bid to end homelessness

Prince of Wales uses Finland as a case study as he launches new five-year campaign

Finland

Finland government minister apologises for 'neo-Nazi' rally speech

Finns Party MP Vilhelm Junnila says he wouldn't participate again in an event organised by the now-banned Nordic Resistance Movement militia.

Travel News

This European island is asking tourists to switch off their phones

This European island is asking tourists to switch off their phones this summer.

Finland

Racism and rape fantasies: A PR headache for Finland's new government

The incoming economy minister has addressed a rally organised by neo-Nazis, while the Speaker of Parliament has a decades-long track record of race-related court convictions and deeply disturbing blog postings.

Europe News

Why the far-right is increasingly getting into power across Europe

Italy, Sweden and now Finland: Far-right parties in Europe have started to govern.

Finland

5 things we already know about Finland's new right-wing government

From tax cuts to climate change, increased VAT to Finland's international reputation, here's some key things you should know.

Green News

Which European country exports the most fur?

Support for fur farming in Europe is dwindling, with a citizens' petition gaining enough signatures for a potential law change.

Travel News

Has the loss of Russian tourism dealt Europe a crippling blow?

Flush Russian tourists are now a thing of the past in Europe, forcing countries to adapt.

Culture news

What makes a country happy? We asked a happiness expert

What makes a happy person, a happy culture or a happy country? We spoke to one of the leading experts on how to live a happy life to discover what are the secrets to living the good life.

Finland

Finland government talks balanced on a knife edge

After four weeks of fractious talks, the far-right Finns Party is insisting all other issues are off the table until progress is made - or not - on immigration and the environment.

Culture news

Cannes 2023 review: 'Fallen Leaves'

Finnish master of droll Aki Kaurismäki offers Cannes one of the best films of this year's competition.