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Nordic cooperation covers everything from art to economics
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Life & societySociety

Nordic cooperation covers everything from art to economics

The Nordic region is very diverse, but its citizens have many values in common. We hear from two significant Nordic institutions about their work in Finland and abroad.

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Made in Finland: Sweden sends Finnish sauna-party band KAJ to Eurovision
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Arts & cultureMusic

Made in Finland: Sweden sends Finnish sauna-party band KAJ to Eurovision

In a curious turn of events, Sweden has chosen KAJ, a comedy group from Finland, as its representative for the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. Finland’s own delegate is Erika Vikman.

Tagged in CultureFinnishnessFunMusicSaunaSociety
Finnish sauna offers a warm welcome for people from all walks of life
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Life & societyWebpick

Finnish sauna offers a warm welcome for people from all walks of life

In Finland, sauna is not a rare luxury, but a central part of the culture. In fact, did you know that there are more saunas than cars in Finland?

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Good news: Finland tops the Good Country Index
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Life & societySustainability

Good news: Finland tops the Good Country Index

Out of 174 countries, Finland contributes the most to the common good of humanity relative to its size, according to a new study.

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Report gives Finland top marks in literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills
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Life & societyEducation

Report gives Finland top marks in literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills

According to a worldwide OECD survey, people in Finland have chart-topping skills in literacy, numeracy and problem solving.

Tagged in EducationFinnishnessMediaQuality of lifeResearchSociety
Pronouncing Finnish with a smile: The sivistys video edition
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Life & societyLanguage

Pronouncing Finnish with a smile: The sivistys video edition

Civilised behaviour – we’d probably all like to see more of it these days. A great Finnish word, sivistys, covers the idea – but how do you say that? With a smile! Watch our video.

Tagged in CultureEducationEqualityFinnishnessFunLanguageSocietyVideo
“Easy Language” increases your Finnish and Swedish language reach in Finland
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Life & societyLanguage

“Easy Language” increases your Finnish and Swedish language reach in Finland

Easy Language is aimed at those who have difficulty understanding standard language for one reason or another. It has a long history in Finland, and its scope continues to expand.

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Admiring art nouveau: Helsinki’s architectural eye candy
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Life & societyArchitecture

Admiring art nouveau: Helsinki’s architectural eye candy

Helsinki showcases one of Europe’s richest concentrations of photogenic art nouveau buildings. We aim a camera at some of our favourite Finnish façades, towers, doorways and balconies.

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