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Enjoying Midsummer the Finnish way

An American recounts his many colourful memories of Midsummer in Finland, from heavy metal bands to seaside bonfires, and from barbecues to mosquito bites.

Life & society Cuisine

Specialising in fierce Finnish liquorice

A Helsinki kiosk with 91 kinds of salmiakki candy draws customers who just want to try it or who can’t get enough of it.

Business & innovation Technology

Seven plus one: Finnish apps for summer

Summer means you get to catch up on reading, exercise, sleep and languages. Here are seven Finnish apps to help you along.

Life & society Video

Helsinki as you’ve never seen it before

Watch it here: We talk to the creator of an amazing video and social-media hit that flies you over Helsinki with a quadcopter.

Life & society Cuisine

Finland’s fine dining under the stars

Helsinki now offers more Michelin-starred restaurants than ever, with chefs creating exhilarating, locally sourced flavours.

Business & innovation Technology

Nokia sees future in programmable world

With a new CEO, Nokia charts its course in a world where everyone – and everything – takes part in connectivity.

Life & society Language

How the heck do you learn Finnish? part 2

Read part two of our popular article asking people what tried-and-true tips and textbooks they’re using to master Finnish.

Life & society Environment

Helsinki’s Recycling Factory offers trashion, bikes, sauna and more

Slideshow: The Recycling Factory promotes two trends of contemporary Finnish lifestyle: innovative design and sustainability issues.

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