Helsingin Sanomat
Largest subscription newspaper in Finland and the Nordic countries.
Helsingin Sanomat is a Finnish-language morning newspaper published in Helsinki. It is listed among the morning newspapers in the source, which also includes its city of publication as Helsinki. The source does not provide any additional details about its meaning, abbreviation, ownership, or status as a newspaper of record.
- field
- Newspaper publishing
- nationality
- Finnish
Lore & Background
Political censorship by the Russian authorities, prompted by the paper's strong advocacy of greater Finnish freedoms and even outright independence, forced Päivälehti to often temporarily suspend publication, and finally to close permanently in 1904. Its proprietors re-opened the paper under its current name later that same year.
Reader's Guide
Its circulation has historically been the largest in Finland, reaching about 14% of all households in the country, and approximately 75% of households in the Helsinki metropolitan area subscribe to it.
Did You Know?
- Helsingin Sanomat is listed as a morning newspaper in the source.
- The source lists Helsingin Sanomat as published in Helsinki.
- Helsingin Sanomat appears in the list of most valuable newspaper brands in Finland as of 2009.
- The source includes Helsingin Sanomat among the Finnish-language morning newspapers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helsingin Sanomat?
Helsingin Sanomat, commonly shortened to HS or nicknamed Hesari by its readers, is Finland's largest subscription-based daily newspaper. It is published in Helsinki and widely regarded as the country's newspaper of record.
Who owns Helsingin Sanomat?
The paper is currently owned by Sanoma, a major Nordic media conglomerate. Prior to Sanoma's stewardship, the Erkko family held ownership for a significant period in the paper's history.
When was Helsingin Sanomat founded?
The newspaper's lineage begins in 1889, when it first appeared under the title Päivälehti. It was relaunched in 1904 with the name Helsingin Sanomat, which has remained its title to this day.
Why is Helsingin Sanomat considered important?
It holds the distinction of being the largest subscription newspaper across the entire Nordic region, not just Finland. As the national newspaper of record, it is the primary reference for in-depth domestic and international reporting in Finnish.
What does the name Helsingin Sanomat mean?
The title translates roughly to 'Messages of Helsinki,' a direct nod to the Finnish capital city where the paper is both based and printed.
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