Burger King spa opens in Finland

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Burger King spa opens in Finland

A Burger King restaurant in Helsinki is adding a fully functioning spa to its premises, to allow patrons to eat their burgers and fries in a sauna capable of seating up to 15 people. The spa area also features a 48-inch TV for viewing movies, as well as a gaming lounge, complete with 55-inch TV and a Playstation 4 console. Hiring the spa area will cost £250 for three hours.

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Babysitter takes child to rob bank

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