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Population Researchers Finland to Singapore - Adapting to Decline

Book leave time! I'm off my day job from now until November 9, traveling the world to learn from places that are finding positive ways to deal with population decline. The itinerary: Finland, Lithuania, Germany, Spain, Italy, Bulgaria, Japan, South Korea, Singapore. I'll be visiting cities and tiny towns that are rationalizing their urban footprints, caring for their elderly, investing in their workforces, integrating immigrants, and rewilding their rural landscapes. If you study these issues in those countries or have something to share about adapting to demographic evolution, I'd love to hear from you. ✈️

Non-EU Spouses of Finnish Citizens - Tuition Fee Exemption Denials

XAMK ignored a formal request for an administrative decision and then ended my study right is this happening nationwide I am a non-EU student at XAMK and my husband is a Finnish citizen. Our marriage is officially registered in Finland. Under Section 13a of the Universities of Applied Sciences Act, tuition fees are not collected from a family member of a Finnish citizen. According to Section 37 of the Foreginer Act, a spouse is considered a family member. But XAMK decided that our Finnish marriage certificate and proof of my husband’s citizenship were insufficient. They required a family-ties residence permit or another document issued by Migri. I currently have a student A permit, while my family-ties permit application has been pending since 13 July 2026. On 27 July, my husband submitted a formal written request specifically asking XAMK to issue an administrative decision a hallintopäätös on my tuition-fee liability. This was not an informal inquiry or a request for general legal advice. We requested an official, reasoned and appealable administrative decision so that we could challenge XAMK’s interpretation through the proper legal procedure. XAMK never issued that decision. On 25 August, our lawyer formally repeated the demand: either confirm my statutory tuition-fee exemption or issue a reasoned and appealable decision. XAMK did not respond to our lawyer either. An education counsellor at the Ministry of Education and Culture also told us by phone that, in her legal view, a Migri-issued family permit was not required. She contacted XAMK and reportedly followed up several times, but XAMK did not respond to her. Because XAMK continued to classify me as liable for tuition fees, Peppi showed the fee as unpaid and I could not enrol as present. On 4 September, I received an automated email stating that my study right had ended retroactively on 31 July because I had either failed to enrol or failed to provide payment or an exemption document. The email did not clearly identify the actual reason, the decision-maker, the legal provisions applied or the appeal procedure. Instead, I was told to apply for restoration of my study right, pay a €50 fee and potentially wait until the next semester. Under Finland’s Administrative Procedure Act, an administrative matter must be handled without undue delay. By 4 September, 39 days had passed since our formal request for a hallintopäätös, yet XAMK had allowed serious consequences to take effect without first issuing the requested decision. This may not be an isolated case. The Ministry told us that I am not the only student facing this situation and that similar cases have been raised elsewhere. That makes this a possible nationwide problem rather than merely a disagreement between one student and XAMK. We have not found clear public guidance from Finnish universities of applied sciences explaining how a non-EU spouse of a Finnish citizen can prove this exemption without first receiving a family-ties permit from Migri. Why have the universities not updated or clarified their policies despite knowing that these cases exist? Are they simply relying on outdated common instructions because changing the procedure would require additional work? Or does the restrictive interpretation continue because it results in more tuition fees being collected? I genuinely do not know, but the question deserves public scrutiny. We are now submitting an urgent request for rectification and asking XAMK to suspend the enforcement of the loss of my study right. Would contacting Yle or another national media outlet be useful? Should we also contact the Parliamentary Ombudsman or the Chancellor of Justice about XAMK’s failure to issue the requested administrative decision before allowing these consequences to occur? I would especially like to hear from: students who have faced the same problem at another Finnish university; people who have received a formal decision concerning this exemption; lawyers or journalists familiar with higher-education administration; anyone who has brought a similar case before an administrative court. If this is happening to students across Finland, it should not remain hidden as a series of separate individual cases!

yle.fi

Schengen Area Travelers - Temporary Internal Border Checks

Schengen border controls (ie within the Schengen area): Have you experienced any lately or seen one? I'm writing about the "temporary" checks that several EU countries have re-introduced and I'd love to hear as many experiences (or views) as possible.

EU TTRPG Players - Kultrpg Bsky Social One-on-One ActualPlay Unpaid

I am looking for people for our #ActualPlay podcast. It would be recording one-on-one sessions of @kultrpg.bsky.social I am particularly looking for people who would be able to play in the EU afternoon (maybe in your evening) important: we make NO money, this would be for fun #TTRPGs

XR Designers & Developers Nordics - Autoethnography & Vibe-Coded VR

I am working article on how auto ethnographic research/ summer activities with kiddos and vibe coded VR experiences opening doors for me and creating connections. I would like to turn this idea into real products so looking forward to talk other XR designers and developers in Sweden or Nordics #idea #xr #xrdesign #vr #ixd #ux #designfiction

Young Qualified Finns - Struggling to Find Work

Unemployment Q Hey! I'm a reporter at The New York Times. I cover Finland. I'm seeing how bad the economy is -- especially for young people -- and I'm thinking of writing a story about how hard it is for qualified young people to get jobs right now. If you've been struggling with it, and if you'd be open to speaking with me about your search, I'd love to hear from you. I'm at [email redacted]. Thanks!

nytimes.com

EU Biohackers Using Peptides - DIY to Pharma Shift

Media request on biohacking/peptides Hi! I'm a Europe-based journalist writing a story about how biohacking (mostly peptide use) is moving from a DIY movement to Big Pharma's territory. I would be very grateful to hear from someone from the EU in this community about their stack, other routines, and access to research chemicals. Feel free to DM or comment if of interest, can be anonymous.

Nordic & Baltic City Planners & Place Managers - City Center Watch

I’ve been thinking a lot about where city centers are heading, so I’m starting something new: City Center Watch! I’m getting back to updating my blog with a new angle, a monthly-ish roundup of city-center news from the Nordics and around the Baltic Sea. The idea is simple: I’ll collect interesting signals and developments on how city centers are changing, from street redesigns and public-space projects to waterfronts, mobility, retail vitality, place management and the future role of the urban core. The first edition looks at Helsinki, Tallinn, Oslo, Warsaw and Stockholm, with additional notes from Riga, Turku, Reykjavík, Aarhus, Copenhagen, Oulu, Stavanger, Kiel, Lübeck, Bergen and Gothenburg. Why city centers? Because the challenge of keeping the center as the living heart of the community has become a passion of mine. City centers are under pressure to adapt to changing patterns of work, retail, mobility, culture and everyday life, and I know many others are wrestling with the same questions. So let’s learn together. This first post is a bit longer than future editions will be, because I had some backlog material while getting the format started. From here on, the plan is to publish a new roundup roughly once a month. You can read the first City Center Watch here: https://lnkd.in/deymrqFM And if you have good city-center stories from the region for future editions, drop me a line. #CityCenters #UrbanDevelopment #Placemaking #PublicSpace #NordicCities

Educators With SEND Experience Worldwide - School Support Practices

🌏 A World of SEND project 🌍 I'm in the process of writing some articles about SEND around the world. I'd love to get in touch with anyone who has worked in any of these countries and would be happy to answer some questions about how schools support pupils with SEND: Finland 🇫🇮 Canada 🇨🇦 Australia 🇦🇺 Japan 🇯🇵 Netherlands 🇳🇱 France 🇫🇷 Singapore 🇸🇬 USA 🇺🇸 Sweden 🇸🇪 China 🇨🇳 If you have worked in any other country that isn't listed, I'd like to hear from you too! These are just the ones I have started gathering information about so far. Please reply below, or send me a message if you are happy to help 🙂 Thanks, Claire

Recruiters Hiring in Finland - How Experts Get Hired

I am working on a new big project about getting hired in Finland as an expert. I am looking to interview recruiters hiring in Finland, hiring managers participating in interviews, and internationals who have recently been hired in Finland. If you are comfortable with your voice being recorded and shared, please reach out to me. Let’s help job seekers learn what works and what does not in the current job market.

Women 35+ Concealer Tips & Boutique Hotel Openings Sought

Casey Clark is a journalist currently working on various stories and is seeking input from readers and sources. Below are multiple specific requests for ongoing and future articles: - Looking for new Valentine’s Day treats out for 2026 - Looking for women over 35 to provide concealer recommendations - Looking for frozen food product recommendations - Looking for pitches on new studies and research in the medical field (not health-tech) - Looking for new boutique hotel openings - Looking for national food news - Looking for new beauty product launches/releases Casey is also open to invitations and pitches for press trips, FAM, and individual travel visits in both domestic (notably Santa Fe, New Hampshire, Iowa, Kansas, Arkansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Mississippi, Maine, Minnesota, Kentucky, Oklahoma City, Alaska) and international locations (Tokyo, Berlin/Frankfurt, Iceland, Finland, Florence/Sicily, Mykonos/Santorini, Quebec). If you represent a hotel, attraction, restaurant, or DMO in these areas (or in Orlando/Florida), or if you have stories related to cruises from Orlando, please get in touch. Email your response to: [email redacted] If you have information or pitches relevant to any of these topics, or represent products, destinations, or services mentioned, contact Casey using the email provided.

Tourism Boards & Hotels in Iowa Kansas Florence Germany Finland Mykonos Santorini Tokyo

Looking to get in touch with properties / tourism boards in the following destinations: Iowa, Kansas, Florence, Germany, Finland, Mykonos/Santorini and Tokyo If you have any fits for anything mentioned above, please shoot me an email: [email redacted] Responses to the newsletter directly tend to get lost and I want to make sure I see everything!

Family-Friendly & Culinary Travel Destinations US & International

Travel: I have a handful of calls scheduled this months to talk about upcoming travel — can’t wait to connect! If you have any travel clients you’d like to put on my radar, please feel free to send me a client roster or an email! Specifically, I’m looking for family-friendly hotels and destinations both in the US and international. Hyper-themed suites are also a plus! I’m also on the hunt for destinations with a strong culinary scene Brownie points if the destination is home to an annual or special event (festival, parade, ceremony, etc.) Here are some places I’m interested in, however, I’m open to others outside of those listed here: Quebec Banff Kansas Maine Oklahoma Santorini/Mykonos Wyoming Nebraska Barcelona Finland Croatia Alaska Pella, Iowa Kentucky Tokyo Florence Grand Canyon New Mexico Helen, GA Please send travel client info or pitches to [email redacted].

Family-Friendly & Culinary Destinations or Hotels Worldwide

If you have any travel clients you’d like to put on my radar, please feel free to send me a client roster or an email! Specifically, I’m looking for family-friendly hotels and destinations both in the US and international. I’m also on the hunt for destinations with a strong culinary scene. Brownie points if the destination is home to an annual or special event (festival, parade, ceremony, etc.). Here are some places I’m interested in, however, I’m open to others outside of those listed here: Quebec, Banff, Kansas, Maine, Oklahoma, Santorini, Mykonos, Wyoming, Nebraska, Barcelona, Finland, Croatia, Alaska, Pella, Iowa, Kentucky, Tokyo, Florence, Grand Canyon, New Mexico, Helen, GA, Frankenmuth, Michigan. General submission instructions: Email: [email redacted]

Press Trip & PR Opportunities for 2026 US & International Travel

I’m currently planning my 2026 travel calendar — can’t believe it’s already almost here! Here are some destinations that are on my radar: (Nebraska, Florida (Key West, St. Augustine), Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, Indiana, Alaska, New Mexico, New Hampshire, Maine, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Kansas, Arkansas, Iowa, International: Canada (Quebec, Banff, Toronto), Italy (Sicily, Florence), Greece (Mykonos, Santorini), Germany (Berlin, Rothenburg ob der Tauber), Croatia, Switzerland, Finland, Tokyo) Feel free to email me with press trip opportunities and client rosters OR fill out this [url=https://substack.com/redirect/02b222f2-32f7-4c08-9cda-c462b2bff98b]Google Form[/url]! General submission instructions: Email: [email redacted] or fill out the included Google Form.

Press Trip Opportunities for US & International Destinations 2026

I’m open to press trips for 2026 I’m interested in both individual and group trips to destinations across the US and internationally! If you have any clients that are open to hosting, please let me know! Brownie points if there’s a kid-friendly angle and a strong culinary tie in. Here are some places I’m interested in just to give you an idea — I’m open to other places outside of these as well! Currently at 34/50 states — hoping to hit 50! - Quebec - Toronto - Italy - Greece (Mykonos/Santorini) - New Mexico - Alaska - New Hampshire - North Dakota - Idaho - Nebraska - Mississippi - Tokyo - Iceland - Finland - Croatia If you’ve messaged me before and are still waiting on a response, I’m slowly making my way through! Please keep an eye out! Email: [email redacted]

Press Trip & Culinary Travel Invites Needed for 2026 – Tokyo & Quebec Focus

I’m currently looking to plan my travel calendar for next year! I’m particularly interested in Tokyo and Quebec, however, I’m open to just about anywhere! Extra brownie points for family-friendly places and a strong culinary-focus — similar to [url=https://substack.com/redirect/e5b4142b-9bc3-40ab-af09-633555e58e1e]this[/url] and [url=https://substack.com/redirect/9f08b2de-c27b-4bce-80e2-7682c8f93037]this[/url] one that I’ve recently published! If we’ve already been in touch, or you’re waiting a response, please send me a follow up! I just cracked 100,000 emails so I apologize in advance if I’m a bit behind! If you are hosting a press trip in 2026, please feel free to reach out as well! I’d love to see if I can join or if there are opportunities for individual visits! - Destinations of interest include, but are not limited to: - Venice / Florence (Italy) - Lisbon - Rome - Key West, St. Augustine, + other Florida cities - Palm Springs - Helen, Georgia - Wyoming - Montana - Idaho - New Hampshire - New Mexico - North Dakota - Delaware - Alaska - Michigan - Minnesota - Mississippi - Maine - Oklahoma - Nebraska - Quebec - Banff - Toronto - Ontario - Niagara Falls - Mykonos - Santorini - Florence - Indianapolis - Iceland - Germany (Berlin) - Tokyo - Finland Email: [email redacted] General instructions: Please send your press trip opportunities or destination invites for 2026 (especially Tokyo and Quebec, but open to all) via email. If we've already been in touch, send a follow up if needed.

Family-Friendly Culinary Travel Destinations for 2025 Coverage

I’m currently looking to plan my travel calendar for next year! Here are some destinations I’d love to visit, however, I’m open to just about anywhere! Extra brownie points for family-friendly places and a strong culinary-focus. If we’ve already been in touch, or you’re waiting a response, please send me a follow up! I just cracked 100,000 emails so I apologize in advance if I’m a bit behind! Destinations mentioned: Venice / Florence (Italy), Lisbon, Rome, Key West, St. Augustine, + other Florida cities, Palm Springs, Helen (Georgia), Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Delaware, Alaska, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Maine, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Quebec, Banff, Toronto, Ontario, Niagara Falls, Mykonos, Santorini, Florence, Indianapolis, Iceland, Germany (Berlin), Tokyo, Finland. Email: [email redacted] If we’ve already been in touch, or you’re waiting a response, please send me a follow up! I just cracked 100,000 emails so I apologize in advance if I’m a bit behind!

Tourism Representatives for 2026 Travel Feature - US Canada Europe

I’m starting to plan my 2026 travel already. If you rep any of the following, please reach out! I’d love to connect! Here are some places I’m interested in: Wyoming Montana Idaho New Hampshire New Mexico North Dakota Delaware Alaska Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Maine Oklahoma Nebraska Toronto Quebec Banff Barcelona Greece (Mykonos/Santorini) Italy (Florence, Venice) Germany (Frankfurt, Hamburg) Finland Poland

Travel Story Pitches–Family-Friendly or Culinary Focus–US Canada Europe

Travel Stories, Press Trips + Upcoming Pieces: Here are some of the destinations I’m interested in right now. Brownie points if you represent family-friendly properties [url=https://substack.com/redirect/f2608531-6dc6-46d5-be35-7888cddebfa3]like this one[/url] that I recently checked out or those with a strong food presence. Side note: I love group press trips but also open to working on an individual basis. Looking for pitch submissions about properties, destinations, press trips, or stories related to: - Wyoming - Montana - Idaho - New Hampshire - New Mexico - North Dakota - Delaware - Alaska - Michigan - Minnesota - Mississippi - Maine - Oklahoma - Nebraska - Toronto - Quebec - Banff - Barcelona - Greece (Mykonos/Santorini) - Italy (Florence, Venice) - Germany (Frankfurt, Hamburg) - Finland - Poland Please send relevant responses to [email redacted].

Family-Friendly & Food-Focused Travel Properties for Features

Travel Stories, Press Trips + Upcoming Pieces: Here are some of the destinations I’m interested in right now. Brownie points if you represent family-friendly properties [url=https://substack.com/redirect/c5334d15-ba29-4d7c-8a56-9a8c638d8103]like this one[/url] that I recently checked out or those with a strong food presence. Side note: I love group press trips but also open to working on an individual basis. Wyoming Montana Idaho New Hampshire New Mexico North Dakota Delaware Alaska Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Maine Oklahoma Nebraska Toronto Quebec Banff Barcelona Greece (Mykonos/Santorini) Italy (Florence, Venice) Germany (Frankfurt, Hamburg) Finland Poland Please send responses to [email redacted]

Off-Grid Families in Utsjoki for Documentary Research

Looking for families in Utsjoki living off the grid for a documentary project Hi everyone! I’m a documentary filmmaker currently researching life in the far north of Finland. I’m particularly interested in meeting or learning about families in Utsjoki (or nearby areas) who still live partly or fully off the grid — for example, relying on nature, reindeer herding, limited access to modern utilities, or simply living a more traditional, self-sufficient life. If anyone here knows such a family or person, or could point me in the right direction, I’d really appreciate it. Thank you so much for your help! 🙏

Family-Friendly Food-Focused Travel Properties for Story Features

Travel Stories, Press Trips + Upcoming Pieces: Here are some of the destinations I’m interested in right now. Brownie points if you represent family-friendly properties or those with a strong food presence. Side note: I love group press trips but also open to working on an individual basis! Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Delaware, Alaska, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Maine, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Toronto, Quebec, Banff, Barcelona, Greece (Mykonos/Santorini), Italy (Florence, Venice), Germany (Frankfurt, Hamburg), Finland, Poland. Email: [email redacted]

Press Trip Opportunities - Hotels & Attractions in Quebec, Banff, Europe, Aruba & Select US States

I’m open for press trips for 2026—love both group and individual! Right now I’m looking for hotels/attractions in Quebec, Banff, Barcelona, Iceland, Rothenburg, Aruba, Florence, Santorini, Mykonos, Finland, and Austria (I’m open to cruises as well!) For domestic travel, I have roughly 20 states left — I’d love to get in touch if you work with any properties or tourism in the listed US states (Nebraska, Idaho, Wyoming, etc.). Please send responses to [email redacted].

Hotel & Attraction Contacts for Quebec-Banff-Barcelona-Plus 14 US States

Right now I’m looking for hotels/attractions in Quebec, Banff, Barcelona, Iceland, Rothenburg, Aruba, Florence, Santorini, Mykonos, Finland and Austria (I’m open to cruises as well!). For domestic travel, I have roughly 20 states left — I’d love to get in touch if you work with any properties or tourism in: Nebraska, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, New Hampshire, Alaska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Arkansas, Indiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Maine, Minnesota. Email responses regarding these travel destinations to: [email redacted]