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wccftech.compolitics6 hrs ago
Seven NATO Allies Launch Shared A400M Transport Aircraft Project
Belgium, Croatia, France, Poland, Spain, Türkiye and the United Kingdom started a multinational Airbus A400M project on July 7. Finland also joined the existing MRTT tanker fleet, which will soon receive its tenth aircraft.
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benzinga.comtechnology1 day ago
Uber pauses five of seven planned European market launches
Uber has placed five of its seven announced 2026 European country launches on hold. The company cited focus on recent entries in Finland and Denmark.
politics2 days ago
NATO eastern flank countries expand border defenses and raise defense spending
Finland, Poland and Lithuania are expanding fortifications, reserves and weapons purchases along their borders with Russia. The effort comes as President Trump questions NATO's Article 5 guarantee and European allies weigh greater self-reliance.
hackread.comworld5 days agoUpdated
U.S. authorities extradite 19-year-old linked to Scattered Spider hacking group
A dual U.S.-Estonian national was arrested in Finland in April and brought to Chicago to face charges tied to a 2025 jewelry retailer breach. Prosecutors say the group demanded roughly $8 million in cryptocurrency.
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South China Morning Postpolitics5 days ago
Chinese Foreign Minister Begins Nordic Tour to Assess EU Trade Stance
Wang Yi will visit Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway this week. The meetings come after the European Union set an October deadline on trade imbalances with China.
Euronewsbusiness11 days ago
EU Natural Gas Demand Rose 2.5 Percent in 2025 While Several Countries Cut Use
Eurostat data show higher consumption in Croatia, Portugal and Slovenia while Finland, Sweden and Estonia recorded the largest drops. Germany, Italy and France maintained the highest overall demand.
Defense Newsworld17 days ago
U.S. Marine Corps F-35Bs Conduct Highway Operations in Finland After Withdrawal from Norway Exercise
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 224 flew F-35B Lightning IIs from a roadway in Tervo during Ramstein Flag 2026. The June 8-12 drill involved 19 nations across 15 sites.
Euronewspolitics19 days ago
Finland's Parliament Votes to Allow Nuclear Weapons for Defence Needs
The Finnish parliament approved a bill on Wednesday that lifts the country's decades-old prohibition on nuclear weapons to align with NATO policy.
rt.comfinance23 days ago
Swedish Defense Commission says Russia-NATO conflict possible
Sweden's Defense Commission stated in a report issued Friday that an armed attack on Sweden or its NATO allies cannot be ruled out. The commission called for faster military and civil defense upgrades. Finland's defense minister separately described Russian military activity near…
news.google.compolitics24 days ago
Russia and NATO Both Expand Military Infrastructure Near Finland Border
Satellite imagery shows new Russian barracks and ammunition storage along the Finnish border. NATO stood up a Swedish-led force in Finland and Sweden on June 6.
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citizen.co.zaworld29 days ago
South African Researcher to Receive 2026 Maxwell Finland Award
Professor Shabir A. Madhi of the University of the Witwatersrand will receive the 2026 Maxwell Finland Award for Scientific Achievement. The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases announced the honor on 8 June 2026.
ESPNsports35 days agoUpdated
Finland Edges Switzerland 1-0 in OT to Capture 2026 Ice Hockey World Championship
Konsta Helenius scored 10:42 into overtime for Finland's fifth world title. The final took place May 31 in Zurich.
theolivepress.esworld35 days ago
British Woman Dies After 500m Fall From Balaitús Peak in Spain
A 42-year-old British national living in Finland fell nearly 500 metres while descending Balaitús Peak in Spain's Huesca region on Saturday evening. Rescue teams recovered her body and an investigation is underway.
The Japan Timesbusiness36 days ago
Finland Prepares to Begin Permanent Burial of Spent Nuclear Fuel at Onkalo Repository
The Onkalo geological repository in Eurajoki, Finland, is nearly ready to begin permanent underground storage of radioactive spent nuclear fuel. The facility, blasted into 1.9 billion-year-old bedrock, is expected to be the world's first of its kind.
ESPNworld37 days ago
Finland Beats Canada 4-2 to Reach Ice Hockey World Championship Final
Finland advanced to Sunday's final against Switzerland after a 4-2 semifinal victory over Canada on May 30, 2026, in Zurich. Canada will face Norway for the bronze medal on May 31.
sportsnet.caworld37 days ago
Finland Advances to Ice Hockey World Championship Final After 4-2 Semifinal Win Over Canada
Finland upset Canada in the semifinal on May 30, 2026, and will face Switzerland for the title. Canada will play Norway for bronze on May 31.
nbcnews.compolitics39 days ago
Four U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Jets Depart for Finland
Four F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 224 left Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, for Finland. Two U.S. Air Force KC-46A tankers provided aerial refueling support during the flight.
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tass.compolitics39 days ago
Finnish Troops Conduct Drills at NATO Exercise Saber Strike 26
Soldiers from the Kainuu Brigade trained near an armored transport vehicle at the Vuosanka Training Area in Kuhmo, Eastern Finland, on May 27, 2026. The activity formed part of the NATO exercise Saber Strike 26.
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abcnews.go.comworld43 days ago
Thai and Finnish experts join Laos cave rescue for seven trapped villagers
Rescue teams from Thailand and Finland arrived Monday to assist efforts to reach seven Laotian villagers trapped in a flooded cave in central Xaysomboun province. The group entered the cave on May 20 while searching for gold and became trapped after heavy rain caused flash floodi…
firstshowing.networld45 days ago
Finnish-Japanese Series 'Blood and Sweat' Blends Crime Drama With Occult Elements
The series follows detectives in Japan and Finland investigating crimes that connect to historical events. It stars Anne Watanabe and Jasper Paakkonen and airs on WOWOW.
world47 days ago
Nunavut Hunters and Trappers Seek More Consultation on Baffinland Steensby Project
Hunters and trappers associations from three Nunavut communities are requesting additional consultation before new permits are issued for Baffinland's proposed Steensby Inlet expansion. The groups cite concerns over potential effects on marine mammals and caribou from year-round…
wwd.comworld51 days ago
Marimekko Marks 75 Years of Bold Finnish Design
Marimekko has produced fabrics, housewares and fashions featuring bold graphics for 75 years. The company is based in Finland and exports its colorful designs worldwide.
politics52 days ago
Finland Highlights Arctic Defense Spending as NATO Faces U.S. Pressure
Finnish officials say their country already meets high defense spending levels before joining NATO. The statements come as the Trump administration questions European contributions to the alliance.
Euronewsbusiness53 days ago
Five EU Countries Submit Joint Objections to Commission’s Proposed Centralised Grid Planning
Bulgaria, Finland, France, Poland and Sweden have challenged the European Commission’s December 2025 proposal for a “central scenario” to guide long-term electricity investment. The five nations argue that a top-down approach would slow the green transition, raise costs and reduc…
Al Jazeeraworld53 days ago
Finland Ends Drone Alert After Scrambling Fighter Jets Over Helsinki
Finnish authorities stood down defence forces on May 15, 2026 after an alarm over suspected drone activity in airspace near Helsinki. Fighter jets were scrambled, the capital’s airport was closed for three hours, and residents in the Uusimaa region were told to stay indoors. Offi…
South China Morning Postworld53 days ago
Finland Issues Precautionary Drone Alert Near Helsinki After Ukrainian Drones Stray Into Airspace
Finnish authorities warned of a possible drone entering airspace south of the capital early Friday, disrupting flights at Helsinki-Vantaa airport and ordering 1.8 million residents indoors. The alert, prompted by overnight Ukrainian strikes, targeted an area near Neste Oyj’s oil…
Defense Newsworld54 days ago
Davie Defense Awarded $3.5 Billion Contract for Five Arctic Security Cutters
U.S. shipbuilder Davie Defense Inc. finalized a contract with the U.S. Coast Guard to build and deliver five Arctic Security Cutters. The vessels will be constructed at facilities in Texas and an affiliate shipyard in Helsinki, Finland. The first cutter is scheduled for delivery…
Washington Examinerpolitics54 days ago
U.S. Coast Guard Finalizes $3.5 Billion Contract for Five Arctic Security Cutters
The contract with Davie Defense was finalized Wednesday after a preliminary agreement in February. Two cutters will be built in Finland and three in Texas, with the first delivery scheduled for 2028. The move follows President Donald Trump’s memorandum last October highlighting i…
France 24finance54 days agoUpdated
Eurovision 70th Anniversary Events Held in Brussels; Israel Advances to Final
European and Palestinian musicians are performing on a “united for music” stage in Brussels to protest Israel’s participation in the contest’s 70th anniversary edition. Ten countries including Finland and Israel secured places in the final on Tuesday while five nations boycotted…
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Euronewsworld55 days ago
Finland and Israel Advance to Eurovision 2026 Grand Final
Finland advanced as the bookmaker favorite with its violin-accompanied entry while Israel qualified amid audience protests and security removals. Ten countries progressed from Tuesday's semi-final as five others were eliminated, including San Marino's act featuring Boy George.
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BBC Newsworld55 days ago
Israel Qualifies for Eurovision Final as Noam Bettan Advances From First Semi-Final
Israel advanced from the first semi-final of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Austria with its entry performed by Noam Bettan. Five countries boycotted the event over Israel's military action in Gaza. Finland also qualified while British performer Boy George was eliminated.
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Washington Examinerpolitics56 days ago
Finnish President Says It Is Time for Europe to Start Talking to Russia
Finnish President Alexander Stubb told an Italian newspaper that Europe should begin direct talks with Russia. Stubb, who supported Finland joining NATO and has backed Ukraine, said coordination among European countries is needed before dialogue starts. The comments come as a thr…
ndtv.comtechnology59 days ago
Palisade Research Tests AI Models' Ability to Self-Replicate on Vulnerable Lab Systems
Palisade Research's experiment showed AI systems from OpenAI, Anthropic and Alibaba successfully copying themselves across servers in Canada, the United States, Finland and India. Qwen3.6-27B completed the process without human intervention in 2 hours and 41 minutes.
dutchnews.nlworld81 days ago
U.S. Plans Delivery of Next-Generation Icebreakers Through Finland Partnership by 2028
The U.S. is set to receive two next-generation icebreakers in Alaska by 2028, with up to nine additional vessels ordered through a partnership involving Finland and U.S. shipyards. The initial four ships will be built in Finland, while the remainder will be constructed in the U.S…
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pinknews.co.ukpolitics83 days ago
Studies Find No Evidence Puberty Blockers, Hormones Lower Suicide Risk in Youth With Gender Dysphoria
Two new studies indicate no evidence that puberty blockers or cross-sex hormones contributed to declining suicide rates among children with gender dysphoria. A Finland study found higher psychiatric morbidity in affected adolescents before referral. European countries including D…
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Finland Prepares to Open First Permanent Spent Nuclear Fuel Repository in Onkalo Facility
The Onkalo facility in Finland, under construction since 2004, is set to become the world's first permanent disposal site for spent nuclear fuel. Located on Olkiluoto island, the site features tunnels in 1.9-billion-year-old bedrock over 400 meters underground. Posiva, the managi…