Tue Sep 17 06:52:33 UTC 2024: ## Finns Party’s Communication Strategy Under Scrutiny, Skateboarder Stays with Finland, Cold Snap Approaching

**Helsinki, Finland:** The Finns Party, a right-wing populist party currently in government, is facing criticism over its communication strategy. The party’s vice-president, Mauri Peltokangas, has again made controversial statements about asylum seekers on social media. While he claims they are not racist, his comments echo previous remarks that landed him in court for incitement.

Experts believe this is part of a deliberate strategy to appeal to the party’s core supporters while distancing themselves from more moderate voters. This comes after the party experienced a dip in opinion polls since joining the government, with some analysts suggesting they had been “too nice.”

Meanwhile, Finnish skateboarder Heili Sirviö, who finished fifth in the Olympics despite receiving no funding from the Finnish Olympic Committee, has announced she will remain representing Finland. Her decision follows the departure of key committee figures and promises of increased investment in elite athletes.

However, Sirviö’s father remains critical of the committee, highlighting their lack of communication following her Olympic success.

Finally, a cold snap is expected this weekend, with temperatures dropping below 15 degrees Celsius on the south coast and even snow possible in Lapland. This marks the beginning of a long winter for Finland.

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