Finnish fans soak up Pori Jazz Festival
The 2014 Pori Jazz Festival proved a huge hit with Finnish fans, despite the fact that organisers banned spectators from bringing their own alcohol.
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Helsinki Pride week a success
This year’s Helsinki Pride week began on Monday at the Three Smiths Square in Helsinki and ran until today.
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