What's happening in Europe?
Finland
The front page of Yle features several domestic and international news stories. Domestically, a major concern is the impending expiry of over a million Finnish passports, prompting police to prepare for a rush in renewals. Another domestic story discusses the sale of state-subsidized rental…
Over a million Finns may face an expired passport next year due to a travel surge after the pandemic, leading police to anticipate a rush in renewals and advise citizens to apply for new passports proactively.
Y-Säätiö, a state-subsidized housing provider, has sold approximately 900 rental apartments to investors, sparking concerns among tenants about potential rent hikes and future housing security.
Finland is celebrating Father's Day, a recognized flag day, with President Alexander Stubb awarding state honors to 26 fathers for their exemplary work in raising children and youth.
A powerful earthquake measuring 5.7 magnitude struck central Japan, causing buildings to shake, prompting evacuations, and resulting in over 20 reported injuries.
A warning has been issued for dangerous driving conditions across a wide area due to adverse weather on Father's Day.
