Life & society

Unveiling Finland’s mediaeval secrets

A pioneering research project aims to shed light on parchment fragments that represent Finland’s literary culture during the Middle Ages.

Seven different videos present scenery and sights from all over Finland.

Let’s have a word about the origins and idiosyncrasies of the Finnish language.

Can the same word be profane and profound? We check up on Finnish swearing habits.

Catch a glimpse of the Finnish education system at the progressive Strömberg School in suburban Helsinki.

View the captivating winter beauty of Helsinki’s island fortress Suomenlinna, a Unesco World Heritage site.

The Finnish school system forms the basis of the country’s excellent scores in the PISA study.

Discover the hidden meanings behind the names of some famous and not-so-famous Finns.