Markku Raitisoja 🇫🇮
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I'm introverted (INFJ) person who likes to tinker different software on Linux.
Diagnosed autism disorder at age of 52
Tampere, Suomi (Finland)
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Diagnosed autism disorder at age of 52
Tampere, Suomi (Finland)
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Morning papers tell readers that US tariffs on EU goods could severely dampen economic growth here in Finland.
Thursday's papers: Tariffs, defence policy, tuition for third-country pupils
Morning papers tell readers that US tariffs on EU goods could severely dampen economic growth here in Finland.
yle.fi
February 28, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Morning papers tell readers that US tariffs on EU goods could severely dampen economic growth here in Finland.
Wednesday's papers: Grads go back to school, Ukraine's rebuilding opportunity, and reindeer poachers
Wednesday's papers: Grads go back to school, Ukraine's rebuilding opportunity, and reindeer poachers
Some parents are joining their kids in grade school to learn Finnish.
yle.fi
February 27, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Wednesday's papers: Grads go back to school, Ukraine's rebuilding opportunity, and reindeer poachers
As America sided with Russia at the UN, Finland's president was in Kyiv to support Ukraine.
Tuesday's papers: Russian property, Ukraine support and warmer weather
As America sided with Russia at the UN, Finland's president was in Kyiv to support Ukraine.
yle.fi
February 25, 2025 at 8:53 AM
As America sided with Russia at the UN, Finland's president was in Kyiv to support Ukraine.
Monday's papers: Drug problems, fur farming politics and the promise of warmer days ahead
Monday's papers: Drug problems, fur farming politics and the promise of warmer days ahead
Domestic outlets cover everything from drugs in Helsinki to seasonal allergies.
yle.fi
February 24, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Monday's papers: Drug problems, fur farming politics and the promise of warmer days ahead
Domestic news outlets speculate that Russia may deploy forces to Finland's eastern border as America's new foreign policy sends shockwaves across Europe.
Friday's papers: Stubb talks to Zelensky, housing market rebound, and the bears wake up
Domestic news outlets speculate that Russia may deploy forces to Finland's eastern border as America's new foreign policy sends shockwaves across Europe.
yle.fi
February 21, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Domestic news outlets speculate that Russia may deploy forces to Finland's eastern border as America's new foreign policy sends shockwaves across Europe.
Thursday's papers: Troops for Ukraine, Trump tariffs, and a warning from Finland's ice ambassador
Thursday's papers: Troops for Ukraine, Trump tariffs, and a warning from Finland's ice ambassador
How would Europe monitor a potential ceasefire in Ukraine?
yle.fi
February 20, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Thursday's papers: Troops for Ukraine, Trump tariffs, and a warning from Finland's ice ambassador
Europe's exclusion from Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia is causing frustration in Finland.
Wednesday's papers: Europe's hidden strength, a great teacher, and outdated appliances
Europe's exclusion from Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia is causing frustration in Finland.
yle.fi
February 19, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Europe's exclusion from Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia is causing frustration in Finland.
A Helsingin Sanomat column questions whether cutting unemployment benefits boosts employment, suggesting it may only force people into low-paying jobs.
Tuesday's papers: Harsh welfare cuts, declining benefit fraud and bad rep brands
A Helsingin Sanomat column questions whether cutting unemployment benefits boosts employment, suggesting it may only force people into low-paying jobs.
yle.fi
February 18, 2025 at 8:38 AM
A Helsingin Sanomat column questions whether cutting unemployment benefits boosts employment, suggesting it may only force people into low-paying jobs.
The eastern border fence is being built at the highest-risk areas along the 1,300-km-long shared border with Russia.
Monday's papers: Russian border fence, Hepatitis-C elimination and cheapest day for fuel
The eastern border fence is being built at the highest-risk areas along the 1,300-km-long shared border with Russia.
yle.fi
February 17, 2025 at 8:38 AM
The eastern border fence is being built at the highest-risk areas along the 1,300-km-long shared border with Russia.
US President Trump's call to Vladimir Putin was a major topic of discussion during Finnish Parliament's question hour on Thursday evening.
Friday's papers: PM Orpo on Trump call, trapped wives and scammy Valentines
US President Trump's call to Vladimir Putin was a major topic of discussion during Finnish Parliament's question hour on Thursday evening.
yle.fi
February 14, 2025 at 8:28 AM
US President Trump's call to Vladimir Putin was a major topic of discussion during Finnish Parliament's question hour on Thursday evening.
Domestic outlets cover everything from ambulance response and church membership to retail investing.
Thursday's papers: The wrong words, a teen faith boom, and someone else's funds
Domestic outlets cover everything from ambulance response and church membership to retail investing.
yle.fi
February 13, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Domestic outlets cover everything from ambulance response and church membership to retail investing.
Wednesday's papers: Airport staycationers, a carless society, and electricity costs
Wednesday's papers: Airport staycationers, a carless society, and electricity costs
Would you staycation at Helsinki Airport?
yle.fi
February 12, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Wednesday's papers: Airport staycationers, a carless society, and electricity costs
Finnish pensioners in Sweden are concerned about the government's move to stop paying national pensions to people living abroad.
Tuesday's papers: Pensioner pleas, daycare staffing and affordable food
Finnish pensioners in Sweden are concerned about the government's move to stop paying national pensions to people living abroad.
yle.fi
February 11, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Finnish pensioners in Sweden are concerned about the government's move to stop paying national pensions to people living abroad.
Monday's papers: Concerning unemployment, a Russian opposition leader and Finland's clean air
Monday's papers: Concerning unemployment, a Russian opposition leader and Finland's clean air
Finland consistently ranks among the countries with the cleanest air in the world.
yle.fi
February 10, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Monday's papers: Concerning unemployment, a Russian opposition leader and Finland's clean air
Finns Party Health Minister Kaisa Juuso issued an urgent warning — without a significant increase in immigration, Finland's health services are at risk of collapse.
Friday's papers: Finns Party minister's immigration plea, small pensions, and are you prepared?
Finns Party Health Minister Kaisa Juuso issued an urgent warning — without a significant increase in immigration, Finland's health services are at risk of collapse.
yle.fi
February 7, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Finns Party Health Minister Kaisa Juuso issued an urgent warning — without a significant increase in immigration, Finland's health services are at risk of collapse.
Iltalehti reports praise from Finland's foreign minister for the United States' stand on Ukraine peace talks, with the caveat that Europe must have a seat at the table.
Thursday's papers: Ukraine's future, warming world, and Sámi National Day
Iltalehti reports praise from Finland's foreign minister for the United States' stand on Ukraine peace talks, with the caveat that Europe must have a seat at the table.
yle.fi
February 6, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Iltalehti reports praise from Finland's foreign minister for the United States' stand on Ukraine peace talks, with the caveat that Europe must have a seat at the table.
According to a morning press report, the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service says there have been no definite signs of sabotage in Finland — by, or on behalf of, Russia.
Wednesday's papers: No sure signs of sabotage, dealing with Trump, and national poet's day
According to a morning press report, the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service says there have been no definite signs of sabotage in Finland — by, or on behalf of, Russia.
yle.fi
February 5, 2025 at 7:58 AM
According to a morning press report, the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service says there have been no definite signs of sabotage in Finland — by, or on behalf of, Russia.
Parliament is not exempt from the state spending squeeze, and MPs' parties will be one part of the cuts.
Tuesday's papers: MP party savings, optional taxation and a quiet transfer window
Parliament is not exempt from the state spending squeeze, and MPs' parties will be one part of the cuts.
yle.fi
February 4, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Parliament is not exempt from the state spending squeeze, and MPs' parties will be one part of the cuts.
Monday's papers: Chauffeur parents, a cold snap and pricey electricity
Monday's papers: Chauffeur parents, a cold snap and pricey electricity
Why are some parents driving their kids to school?
yle.fi
February 3, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Monday's papers: Chauffeur parents, a cold snap and pricey electricity
The slowdown in Finland's immigration growth can be seen as a positive thing, says Finns Party leader and Finance Minister Riikka Purra.
Friday's papers: Purra on immigration, costly HUS calls, and cooler weather
The slowdown in Finland's immigration growth can be seen as a positive thing, says Finns Party leader and Finance Minister Riikka Purra.
yle.fi
January 31, 2025 at 7:38 PM
The slowdown in Finland's immigration growth can be seen as a positive thing, says Finns Party leader and Finance Minister Riikka Purra.
Will the European Union challenge social media platforms' retreat from content moderation? Finland's EU Commissioner is at the heart of that battle.
Thursday's papers: EU v social platforms, public v private healthcare, and Ronaldo's Lapland rental
Will the European Union challenge social media platforms' retreat from content moderation? Finland's EU Commissioner is at the heart of that battle.
yle.fi
January 30, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Will the European Union challenge social media platforms' retreat from content moderation? Finland's EU Commissioner is at the heart of that battle.
Wednesday's papers: Finland cuts grain stockpiles, fighting the flu and flavour of the season
Wednesday's papers: Finland cuts grain stockpiles, fighting the flu and flavour of the season
Finland is reducing its grain reserves this spring.
yle.fi
January 29, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Wednesday's papers: Finland cuts grain stockpiles, fighting the flu and flavour of the season
The Hygge-tastic photo caused a stir on social media — but should Alexander Stubb have even been there?
Tuesday's papers: Presidential pic, quicker funerals and a snowless south
The Hygge-tastic photo caused a stir on social media — but should Alexander Stubb have even been there?
yle.fi
January 28, 2025 at 7:23 PM
The Hygge-tastic photo caused a stir on social media — but should Alexander Stubb have even been there?
A defence spending target of 3% of GDP is more likely than the 5% aim pushed by US President Donald Trump, say members of the parliamentary Defence Committee.
Monday's papers: More cable damage, 5% defence spending, and Finland's potential resource curse
A defence spending target of 3% of GDP is more likely than the 5% aim pushed by US President Donald Trump, say members of the parliamentary Defence Committee.
yle.fi
January 27, 2025 at 7:13 PM
A defence spending target of 3% of GDP is more likely than the 5% aim pushed by US President Donald Trump, say members of the parliamentary Defence Committee.
All wellbeing counties across Finland are likely seeking savings opportunities in emergency services, according to Maaseuden Tulevaisuus.
Friday's papers: Ambulance cuts, higher EV taxes and Turku's record growth
All wellbeing counties across Finland are likely seeking savings opportunities in emergency services, according to Maaseuden Tulevaisuus.
yle.fi
January 24, 2025 at 8:48 AM
All wellbeing counties across Finland are likely seeking savings opportunities in emergency services, according to Maaseuden Tulevaisuus.