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Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Energy company Fortum has reported increased profits and secured its largest-ever sales agreement, a 22-year nuclear power electricity purchase with Google. This groundbreaking deal marks a significant first for Google in Europe.
In other domestic news, the trial involving Finnish mixed martial artist Makwan Amirkhani and singer Mira Luoti continued with new witness testimonies. Public broadcasting company Yle announced the appointment of Krista Taubert as its new editor-in-chief and director for News and Sports. Experts are also advocating for the dismantling of Finland's welfare regions, citing their ineffectiveness and a resulting increase in queues for elderly care homes.
On the international front, analyses were published regarding past phone calls between Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Russian President Vladimir Putin, with one researcher offering a credible explanation for these interactions. Separately, Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen met with her Ukrainian counterpart, where it was noted that Putin received a 'more Ukrainian' message from her.
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Energy company Fortum announced a rise in profits and revenue, alongside signing its largest-ever sales agreement with Google. The deal involves a 22-year purchase of nuclear power electricity, a significant first for Google in Europe.
Yle:
Fortum's profit increased - Google deal was company's largest ever
Energy company Fortum's profit grew in July-September, with revenue also increasing. The company signed its largest-ever sales agreement with Google for a 22-year nuclear power electricity purchase.
Iltalehti:
Google's historic agreement in Finland: First of its kind in all of Europe
Google has entered into a groundbreaking agreement in Finland, marking a significant first for the company in Europe.
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Krista Taubert has been named the new editor-in-chief and director for Yle News and Sports, Finland's national public broadcasting company. She will officially begin her role on November 1, 2026.
Iltalehti:
Krista Taubert is Yle's new editor-in-chief
Krista Taubert has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief of Yle, Finland's national public broadcasting company.
Ilta-Sanomat:
New Editor-in-Chief for Yle Announced
Yle has announced the appointment of a new editor-in-chief, with details to be provided.
Svenska Yle:
New Director Appointed for Yle News and Sports
Krista Taubert has been named the new director for Yle News and Sports, a significant leadership change within the organization.
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A researcher has provided an explanation for past calls between Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with analysis suggesting one aspect of Stubb's call was surprising. Separately, Finland's Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen met with the Ukrainian Foreign Minister, with Valtonen noting that Putin received a 'more Ukrainian' message from her regarding the war than from what she described as 'biased…
MTV Uutiset:
Why did Stubb and Støre call Putin? Researcher has a credible explanation.
A researcher provides a credible explanation for why Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen and Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström, in their previous roles, contacted Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Ilta-Sanomat:
Live Broadcast: One Aspect of Stubb's Call with Putin Surprises
Finnish President Stubb's recent phone call with Russian President Putin is being analyzed, with particular focus on one surprising element of their conversation.
Iltalehti:
Perspective | Stubb's call to Putin revealed a harsh truth
A commentary piece suggests that Finnish President Stubb's phone call with Russian President Putin exposed a stark reality.
MTV Uutiset:
MTV in Kyiv: Putin received a more 'Ukrainian' message from Stubb than from…
Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen stated that Putin received a more 'Ukrainian' message from her regarding the war than from what she described as 'biased Americans'.
MTV Uutiset:
Stubb and the Ukrainian Foreign Minister met.
Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen met with the Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs.
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Employees at Tampere's Tastu temporary accommodation shelter have reported serious issues, including residents sleeping amidst bedbugs and staff receiving death threats.
Aamulehti:
Residents Sleep Amidst Bedbugs, Staff Threatened at Tampere Shelter
Employees at Tampere's Tastu temporary accommodation report serious problems at their workplace, including residents sleeping among bedbugs and staff receiving death threats.
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Finland is experiencing a widespread issue of influenza vaccination cancellations, prompting a statement from the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).
Iltalehti:
Strange situation across Finland: Flu vaccinations being canceled en masse –…
There is a widespread issue in Finland where influenza vaccinations are being canceled in large numbers, prompting a statement from the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL).
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The city of Espoo has faced scrutiny for its decision to purchase expensive cars for its use while simultaneously announcing layoffs for city employees.
Ilta-Sanomat:
Espoo Buys Luxury Cars While Laying Off Staff
The city of Espoo has decided to purchase expensive cars for its use, even as it announced layoffs for its employees.
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A 29-year-old man named Johan recounts his experience of stepping on a mine and losing his leg, stating that he has no regrets about the incident.
Iltalehti:
Johan, 29, stepped on a mine and lost his leg – He regrets nothing
Johan, a 29-year-old, survived stepping on a mine and losing his leg, stating he has no regrets about the experience.
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