Tove Jansson was a trailblazing illustrator and author—and the inventor of the beloved Moomins, the central characters of her ...

Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the Wife-Carrying World Championships today and tomorrow. Here’s the lowdown ...

In Hancock, Finnish culture doesn’t just exist, It’s central to the city’s culture. That’s why Nate Kilponen-Fix moved all ...

HANCOCK, Mich. (WLUC) - This year, the summer solstice held a special meaning in Hancock, as it was officially named the 2026 Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture. The designation was announced during the ...

A press conference was held Wednesday morning at the Finnish American Heritage Center to reveal details about the distinction ...

Finland is famous for its saunas—there are more than 3 million in the country, meaning there's roughly one sauna for every ...

From 19th-century gymnastics clubs to today’s ski trails and cycling paths, fitness has long formed part of Finnish life. But ...

For the first time, the City of Hancock hosted the Finnish tradition of “Juhannus” or summer solstice. The weekend featured a ...

I’m a very impulsive person when it comes to tattoos,” she smiles. When it comes to her music, however, Joalin is the ...

Known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Finland also has a variety of traditional customs that have ...

From translating Kurdish poetry into Finnish to raising trilingual children, Soran Zaki’s journey from Kurdish areas of ...