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Top Helsinki Times News

ICE detains the most followed person on TikTok, Khaby Lame

US Immigration · United States

ICE detains the most followed person on TikTok, Khaby Lame

52% Center coverage: 234 sources

Trump to Ramp up Transfers to Guantánamo, Including Citizens of Allies

US Immigration · United States

Trump to Ramp up Transfers to Guantánamo, Including Citizens of Allies

57% Left coverage: 35 sources

The Trump administration is preparing to begin the transfer of potentially thousands of foreigners who are in the United States illegally to the U.S. military base in Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, starting as early as this week, said U.S. officials familiar with the matter. See the Story

Finland summons Russian diplomat over second airspace violation in weeks

Finland Politics · Finland

Finland summons Russian diplomat over second airspace violation in weeks

47% Left coverage: 15 sources

Finland's foreign ministry said on Wednesday it had summoned a Russian diplomat over a suspected June 10 violation of Finnish airspace, the second such event in under three weeks. NATO member Finland on Tuesday said it believed a Russian military aircraft entered its airspace off the coast of Porvoo in the southern part of the country, and that the Finnish Border Guard was investigating the incident.See the Story

World Cup Qualifier Suspended Due to Medical Emergency in Stands

57% Left coverage: 7 sources

A WORLD CUP qualifying match was suspended due to a medical emergency in the stands.Finland led 2-1 against Poland when officials were forced to callEurope · Finland See the Story

New E-Scooter Law to Fine Parents of Underage Riders

Coverage: 2 sources

Finland’s updated micro-mobility law will take effect on Tuesday, introducing tighter rules for electric scooter use, including an age limit and fines for parents if children break the rules. From 18 June, anyone riding an electric scooter capable of speeds over 15 km/h must be at least 15 years old. The rule applies to both privately owned and rented scooters. If police stop a rider under the age limit, their parent or guardian can receive a tr…Europe · Finland See the Story

Finland’s presidential spouse to join soft power dialogue in Vienna

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Suzanne Innes-Stubb, spouse of the President of Finland, will attend a diplomatic meeting in Vienna from 17 to 18 June. The event brings together spouses of heads of state to discuss global challenges through the lens of soft power. It is organised by Doris Schmidauer, partner of Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen, and Olena Zelenska, spouse of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.Europe · Vienna Read Article

Ukraine's ambassador departs Finland after nearly four years

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Olha Dibrova, Ukraine’s ambassador to Finland, is leaving her post after serving since October 2020. The embassy in Helsinki confirmed that her departure follows the standard diplomatic rotation. She is scheduled to return to Ukraine on Sunday. Dibrova will continue her career at the Ukrainian Ministry for Foreign Affairs. She told Iltalehti she has not yet determined her next role, but her focus will remain on fostering cooperation between Ukra…Europe · Finland Read Article

Helsinki Honours Citizens on City’s 475th Anniversary

Coverage: 2 sources

The City of Helsinki awarded medals and grants to citizens in culture, science, and sport on Helsinki Day, 12 June. The city marked its 475th anniversary by recognising individuals for their contributions. Daniel Sazonov, Mayor of Helsinki, presented the awards at a public ceremony. “This is a day to celebrate our people,” Sazonov said.Europe · Estonia See the Story

Former MP Taavitsainen Convicted of Aggravated Defamation

Coverage: 2 sources

The South Savo District Court has sentenced Satu Taavitsainen, a former Finnish MP and current city councillor, to a 60-day suspended prison sentence for aggravated defamation. The court ruled that Taavitsainen, who represents the Left Alliance, spread false and suggestive claims about her former party colleague Jarno Strengell, in a manner deemed highly offensive and damaging to his reputation.Europe · Finland See the Story

Increase in domestic violence reports

Coverage: 2 sources

Last year there were some 13,000 reports of domestic violence incidents, an increase of two percent in the number of victims compared to 2023.Europe · Finland See the Story

Police Suspect Missing Parents of Serious Crimes in Ostrobothnia Case

Coverage: 2 sources

Finnish police are still searching for a family of nine who disappeared from Pedersöre, Ostrobothnia, in early 2024. Authorities confirmed on Friday that the parents are suspected of taking their children unlawfully from a child protection unit, and media reports suggest additional serious charges are under investigation. The family, which included two parents and seven children, with an eighth child on the way, vanished four months after the ch…Europe · Finland See the Story

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