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WRC Sweden test delivers "good steps" forward for Evans

To prepare for the WRC’s only round on snow, the title contender entered the Arctic Lapland Rally last weekend in Finland ahead of a pre-event test this week.

Autosport

Finnish presidential candidate surprised at renewed focus on his sexuality

Pekka Haavisto says discussion about his being gay has increased since he made it through to the final round of voting

The Guardian - UK

Finland Extends Closure of Russian Border Amid Migrant Influx

Finland extends closure of its border with Russia for two more months due to ongoing migration concerns and Moscow's alleged hybrid operation.

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Expedia releases guide and survey for witnessing Northern Lights in 2024

Discover where to witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights in 2024 with Expedia's survey and guide. From Finland to Canada and beyond, plan an unforgettab...

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Finnish Strikes Over Labour Reform Empty Helsinki

Public transport ground to a halt across much of Finland on Friday as part of mass strikes over the government's proposed labour reforms, leaving Helsinki's normally-bustling city centre unusually quiet.

International Business Times

In Finland, the ‘existential threat’ of Russia looms – and US rescue is far from certain

As Finns elect a new president in the shadow of Putin’s hostility and a possible Trump return, all eyes are on national security, says author and commentator John Kampfner

The Guardian - UK

Thousands Strike In Finland Over Labour Reform

A massive Finnish strike movement kicked off on Thursday, grounding most air traffic and closing workplaces in a protest against proposed government labour reforms that include social benefit cuts.

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Finland strikes expected to bring country to standstill

Hundreds of thousands expected to strike until Friday in response to proposed changes to employees’ rights and benefits cuts

The Guardian - UK

Swedish music stars call for Israel Eurovision ban over Gaza

Open letter signed by more than 1,000 musicians from 2024 host country follows petition from artists in Finland and Iceland

The Guardian - UK

"We’ve been calling ourselves the Backstreet Boys of the metal scene": Forget Eurovision, Blind Channel are now aiming to conquer the world

Eurovision helped Blind Channel break out of Finland and climb the charts with Lifestyles Of The Sick & Dangerous, now new album Exit Emotions is all about setting their sights on the world

Metal Hammer

Finland 2024 presidential election: Who won the first round and what happens next?

The final decision has not yet been made on who will lead the country

Evening Standard

Alexander Stubb leads Finland's presidential race, runoff awaited next month

Find out the latest news on Finland's presidential election, as Alexander Stubb emerges as the frontrunner in the first round, with a chance to win the run...

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Centre-right party ahead in Finnish presidential election

Liberal Green party is a close second and go through to second round, while far-right Finns have been knocked out

The Guardian - UK

Finland Elects New President Amidst Shifting Geopolitical Landscape

Voters in Finland are electing a new president amid a changing geopolitical landscape. Learn about the candidates and Finland's current security situation.

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NATO newcomer Finland's presidential election is headed for a runoff

Ex-Prime Minister Alexander Stubb, who represents the conservative National Coalition Party, will face former Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto, who is making his third run for the office, on Feb. 11.

The Guardian - UK

Finland’s ‘DJ’ candidate hopes to become the country’s first Green and gay president

Pekka Haavisto, who is second in the opinion polls, is bolstering his campaign with club nights and music from the 60s and 70s

International Business Times

Finland Elects President Amid Tensions With Russia

Finns head to the polls Sunday to elect a new president, an office whose importance has grown following increased tensions with neighbouring Russia since the invasion of Ukraine.

The Guardian - UK

Finland presidential frontrunner says its foreign policy is ‘existential’

Alexander Stubb says Ukraine invasion spurred his candidacy, as far-right opponent gains ground before Sunday’s vote

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Finland's Unprecedented Presidential Election Amid NATO Membership and Russian Border Closure

Finland's upcoming presidential election comes at a critical time as the country faces new security challenges following its NATO membership and border clo...

Al Jazeera

‘Voters are looking for a mini-Niinisto’: Finland braces for new president

Under Sauli Niinisto, Finland’s relationship with Russia changed as the Nordic nation became a critical European power.

International Business Times

Ex-PM, Diplomat DJ Lead Race For Finland Presidency

Finland's former prime minister Alexander Stubb and ex-foreign minister Pekka Haavisto lead a pack of nine candidates running in the country's presidential election on Sunday.

The Guardian - UK

Why is Orbán blocking Sweden’s entry to Nato – and what happens next?

After Turkey’s parliament ratified Sweden’s membership of the military alliance, attention turns to Hungary, the final hurdle

Al Jazeera

New NATO member Finland set to pick president after 12 years of Niinisto

As war rages in Ukraine, the Nordic nation’s new leader’s trickiest challenges are likely to regard Russia.

International Business Times

Turkish Parliament Approves Sweden's NATO Bid

Turkey's parliament on Tuesday approved Sweden's NATO aspirations after a year of delays that upset Western efforts to show resolve in the face of Russia's war on Ukraine.

Motorsport

WRC stars Rovanpera, Evans to contest Arctic Lapland Rally

Toyota is set to field a pair of GR Yaris Rally1 cars for the duo for the snow rally, which will host the second round of the Finnish Rally Championship in Rovaniemi, Finland from 2-3 February.

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