Politicians often suggest immigration as a means of addressing Finland's problems surrounding its aging population and shortage of workers.
Ilta-Sanomat reports that Finland's population grew by some 6,000 people in the first half of this year. Immigration propelled this growth, outpacing emigration by 14,000 people.
Finland's population is meanwhile seeing more deaths than births, as deaths outnumbered births by nearly 10,000 during the first six months of this year.
Baking flat, lower rent?
With air conditioning a rarity in Finland—and warm weather set to continue—many people are struggling to stay comfortable at night.
Finland's Consumer Union told Hufvudstadsbladet that tenants have been phoning in to ask what to do about sweltering indoor temperatures.
The consumer authority said tenants can ask for lowered rents when indoor temperatures exceed a certain level.
"Health regulations say indoor temperatures surpassing 32 degrees Celsius are unhealthy. Lowering the rent can come into question in these cases," said Kristel Pynnönen of the Consumer Union.
Reductions are generally around 20 percent, according to HBL.
Arctic fox comeback?
Finland is rejoicing over the birth of three new Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus) cubs—the first wild-born since 1996. The pups emerged from their den in Enontekiö, Lapland, Helsingin Sanomat reports.
Environmentalists are praising the event as one of Finland's most significant conservation wins in recent history.
Parks and forestry agency Metsähallitus said the cubs were initially spotted in mid-July. In order to protect them, the agency is keeping their exact location secret.
According to WWF Finland, the country is currently home to between six and twelve adult individuals of the highly endangered species.