Finn Contest II

Meanwhile, in Pelkosenniemi, Finland, the third World Championship of Mosquito Killing has begun. Contestants have five minutes to kill as many of the buzzy pests as possible, but only using their bare hands. This year, the warm, moist summer season will probably mean last year’s record — seven — will be beaten. “I know it’s surprisingly few, but the problem is that the mosquitoes are drawn [away] by the warmth of the crowd watching the competition,” noted Kai Kullervo Salmijarvi, who organized this year’s event. While insecticides are banned, “we don’t have dope tests,” he added, “so anyone can tank up as they see fit.” (AP) ...Let’s see: no beer for prizes, but they can go hunting while on dope. Got it.