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The front page of Helsingin Sanomat features a mix of domestic and international news. Top stories include an unusual insect infestation in Helsinki's Alppikylä, major wildfires in Southern Europe with France requesting EU aid, and an analysis of potential interest rate hikes affecting Finnish…
The number of flies in Helsinki's Alppikylä could explode in a few days, according to an expert. Flies lay eggs in waste, but a prolonged invasion requires more than just that, say pest control experts. Residents are being plagued by flies day and night.
Hundreds fled a peninsula by boat in France as devastating wildfires rage across Southern Europe, including Spain and Italy. French President Macron has requested assistance from the EU.
The Supreme Court has rejected Timo Vornanen's application for leave to appeal, meaning his earlier district court conviction related to a shooting incident will stand.
New US import tariffs have taken effect, impacting approximately 60 countries that account for 99.4% of the United States' imports.
This lifestyle article offers a test to help readers determine if their relationship has genuine warning signs or if they are simply feeling overwhelmed.
New euro banknote proposals are on display, with a Finnish artist's designs featuring European birds, rivers, and buildings among the top 10.
Construction company YIT still has hundreds of completed apartments unsold, which paints a grim picture of the current housing market.
This article calculates how interest rates on home loans might change, advising homeowners on what to prepare for if the European Central Bank's anticipated rate hikes occur this fall.
Helsingin Sanomat's test panel tasted seven different ketchups available in grocery stores, with Pirkan tomaattiketchup emerging as the panel's favorite.
This lifestyle piece explores stories of individuals who unexpectedly fell in love with an alcoholic or grew up in a household with one.
A column offering economic advice inspired by the Finnish musician Andy McCoy.
A cultural commentary column questioning society's potential desensitization to smart glasses technology.
The editorial argues that the European Union must remain engaged and not become fatigued by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
In Vantaa, a car fell several meters onto train tracks, leading to the evacuation of 60 passengers from a train into buses.
