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Yle News front page features domestic crime and environmental stories, with a focus on police investigations in Turku and the death of a Saimaa ringed seal. International news includes updates on the war in Ukraine and a school shooting in Thailand. Economic news covers Atria's financial results…
Police in Southwest Finland are investigating five reported sexual offenses, including a suspected rape. A 21-year-old man has been arrested and is being sought for detention.
A Saimaa ringed seal was found dead in a fishing net in Liperi, northern Saimaa. This is the twelfth seal found dead this summer.
The Finnish Food Authority is urging active monitoring of potato fields, especially in risk areas in southeastern Finland, for Colorado potato beetles.
The discovery of African swine fever in wild boars in southeastern Finland will reduce Atria's profit by approximately 7 million euros this year, though the company's annual forecast remains unchanged.
War experts assess that Russia has advanced more slowly on the front lines this summer than at any other time during the full-scale war, casting doubt on President Zelenskyy's promise to end the conflict.
Despite increased revenue due to successful seasons and new store openings, Dollarstore's performance negatively impacted Tokmanni's overall financial results.
A school shooting in Thailand resulted in eight deaths, including the perpetrator, and injured fifteen students who were fleeing the attacker.
Finland will experience scattered rain and wind today, with temperatures between 15-20 degrees Celsius, while Sunday is expected to bring improved weather.
