Finland has reported a record number of drug-related deaths, with 333 fatalities in the past year, an increase of 86 from the previous year. A significant concern is the rising number of young people aged 15-24 for whom drug use was the cause of death, representing one in five fatalities in that age group.

Aamulehti: Record number of drug deaths in Finland, with a fifth of young fatalities…

Finland has reached a grim new record for drug-related deaths, with drug use being the cause of death for one in five individuals aged 15-24 who died.

Yle: Drug deaths reached record high last year

Statistics Finland reports a record number of drug-related deaths in Finland last year, with 333 fatalities. This marks the highest number ever recorded and an increase of 86 from the previous year. The rise was most significant among younger age groups.

MTV Uutiset: Drug Deaths Reach Record High in Finland, Youth Situation Dire

A report highlights a record number of drug-related deaths in Finland, with a particularly grim situation among young people.

Helsingin Sanomat: Record Number Died from Drugs in Finland Last Year

A total of 333 people died from drug overdoses in Finland in 2025, according to Statistics Finland.

Svenska Yle: Mortality in Finland Last Year

The mortality rate in Finland decreased last year, though drug-related deaths saw a record increase.

The trial of MMA fighter Makwan Amirkhani continued with new testimony, including singer Paula Vesala expressing regret over not encouraging Mira Luoti earlier. The proceedings were marked by a dramatic incident where lawyer Kari Uoti reportedly shoved an Ilta-Sanomat photographer in the courtroom.

Helsingin Sanomat: Amirkhanin Trial | Paula Vesala regrets: Should have encouraged Luoti to…

The trial of MMA fighter Makwan Amirkhani continues on Thursday, with Paula Vesala testifying about her regrets.

Ilta-Sanomat: Paula Vesala: Why Were Police Not Called?

In a sensational court case, two witnesses will be heard: Paula Vesala and a psychotherapist. IS is following events minute by minute at the Espoo courthouse.

Ilta-Sanomat: Dramatic Courtroom Incident - Kari Uoti Shoves IS Photographer: 'Get the Hell…'

Kari Uoti, defending Amirkhan who is accused of sexual offenses, became enraged with a photographer and cursed in the courtroom. The dramatic incident was recorded on video.

Ilta-Sanomat: Paula Vesala Arrives Seriously Before Cameras - Emotional Comment

Paula Vesala arrived before the cameras looking serious and made an emotional comment: 'It's a shame it wasn't done earlier...'.

MTV Uutiset: Mira Luoti Told Paula Vesala About TV Show Events: 'Police Should Have Been…'

Mira Luoti recounts telling Paula Vesala about events during a TV show, stating that the police should have been involved.

Ilta-Sanomat: Stagala Arrives at Amirkhan's Trial - 'The Perpetrator is Always Guilty'

Stagala arrived at Amirkhan's trial, stating 'The perpetrator is always guilty'.

Ilta-Sanomat: Uoti Shoves Photographer - Watch Video of Altercation

Lawyer Kari Uoti shoved an IS photographer during a court hearing, with the altercation captured on video.

MTV Uutiset: Paula Vesala Regrets Not Filing Criminal Complaint Sooner

Paula Vesala expresses regret that a criminal complaint was not initiated earlier in connection with a case.

MTV Uutiset: Dramatic Courtroom Confrontation: Kari Uoti Shoved Photographer, 'Get Out of…'

During a court hearing, Kari Uoti had a dramatic altercation with a photographer, pushing them and telling them to leave.

An investigation by Ilta-Sanomat revealed that over 600 social and healthcare managers in Finland earn more than €20,000 per month, despite ongoing layoffs and service cuts in welfare areas.

Ilta-Sanomat: Salaries of Over 600 Social and Healthcare Leaders Revealed

Despite layoffs and service cuts in welfare areas, top management salaries exceed €20,000 per month. IS investigated the salaries of over 600 social and healthcare managers.

A gas pipeline leak has been reported in Kangasala, Pirkanmaa, with the fire department providing information on the incident.

Iltalehti: Gas Pipeline Leaking in Kangasala

The fire department is providing information about a gas pipeline leak in Pirkanmaa.

A parent has criticized a Helsinki school for placing students with varying levels of Finnish proficiency, including beginners and fluent speakers, in the same classroom, claiming it hinders effective learning for all.

Svenska Yle: School Placed Beginners and Fluent Finnish Speakers in the Same Class

A parent criticizes a Helsinki school for placing students with varying levels of Finnish proficiency in the same classroom, hindering learning.

A professor offered a direct analysis of a recent call between President Alexander Stubb and Russian President Vladimir Putin, suggesting it is part of a broader, more complex issue.

Iltalehti: Professor's Direct Words on Putin Call and Stubb: 'It's a Broader Problem'

A professor offers a direct analysis of the call between Putin and Stubb, framing it as part of a larger issue.