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Finnish universities among global elite

Times Higher Education names seven Finnish universities for world-class excellence. We visit the newest one on the list.

This year’s Finnish band in Eurovision is unique in several ways – and is creating a media stir around the globe.

The range of dairy products in a Finnish supermarket can seem overwhelming, but don’t cry over unspilt milk.

Slideshow: Why would you repeatedly brave the freezing, northern Finnish winter night? To photograph the Northern Lights!

The Finnish national epic Kalevala leans on Christianity – how about another Kalevala based on bear cults and shamanism?

We visit Finnish clothing designer Samu-Jussi Koski, who runs the Samuji label, known for quality and timelessness.

Finland’s cross-country skiing tradition remains dynamic, from young urban skiers to crowd-attracting annual races.

We look at the role of student associations in Finnish student culture: events, parties, sports, even career skills!