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The front page of Helsingin Sanomat features a mix of domestic and international news, with a focus on a shooting incident in Krakow, Poland, a fire in Helsinki, and the exclusion of Belarus from the Ice Hockey World Championships. There's also a story about Russian media citing a Finnish plumber…

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Russian Media Cites Finnish Plumber ↗

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A plumber from Nurmijärvi, Finland, named Armando Mema, has gained attention as Russian media increasingly cites him, with Mema describing his growing popularity as a miracle and stating he is always for peace.

Fatal Fire in Helsinki Apartment Building ↗

A fire in an apartment building in Maunula, Helsinki, resulted in one fatality; the apartment was unoccupied by other individuals at the time of the blaze, according to the rescue services.

Father's Day Car Quiz ↗

A special Father's Day edition of the car quiz is presented, designed to test the knowledge of car enthusiasts.

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