We love Finnish rye bread: A baking story that stretches across borders and generations
A Finnish American reporter talks food and family history as he remembers his grandmother, and uncovers a long-lost rye bread starter dough in the process. The article includes a Finnish sourdough rye bread recipe, so do try this at home.
Finnish fashion brings bold prints and practical layers for autumn
From statement prints to weather-ready layers, Finnish fashion brands bring a practical approach to dressing for workdays, commutes, school mornings and evenings out.
In Finnish Lapland, Northern Lights cast lifelong spell on visitors
Finland is one of the world’s best places to see and photograph the magical, potentially life-changing Northern Lights (aurora borealis). We talk to people who witnessed them – and decided to move to Finnish Lapland for good.
Get to know the Finnish contenders for a spot at Eurovision 2025
Six acts are competing to represent Finland in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. They range from alt-pop to metalcore.
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