Tech"It is we who hand over power over our lives, our courage, faith, and ultimately ourselves", says Carl Öhman, researcher at the Department of Political Science at Uppsala University.
Editorial
PFAS levels declining in Sweden’s major lakes
EnvironmentDeclining levels since the 2000s, but the PFAS problem is far from solved, shows study from the Swedish Museum of Natural History.
Moomin becomes new feature film
CultureThe first Hollywood film adaptation of Tove Jansson's stories will be produced by former Disney executives.
Germany’s pension shock: people must work until at least 73 years of age
EuropeAt the same time as billions are flowing out to Ukraine and immigration is streaming into Germany, Germans are expected to work longer hours.
EU parliament approves ban on meat-related names for vegan products
Europe"Soy sausage" and "veggie burgers" will soon be called something else, following the European Parliament's vote on Wednesday.
Danish government wants to ban social media for children
Denmark"We have unleashed a monster", believes Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
Cartoon of the week
Adopted daughter suspected in knife attack on German mayor
EuropeKnife discovery and blood traces link 17-year-old adopted daughter to crime scene.
Professor: We’re trading source criticism for speedy AI responses
Science"Who decides how language models are trained, on what types of texts and with what purpose?", asks Olof Sundin.
Matrix 8 Pro with GrapheneOS delivers top-class security, privacy and performance
TechWorld-class hardware – acclaimed for its display, camera, and performance – meets the world’s most secure mobile OS. The best of both worlds.
Kirk’s final words about Israel lobby: “I cannot and will not be bullied”
WorldPublished text messages reveal that the conservative commentator was under strong pressure from Jewish donors.
Israel pays influencers $7,000 per post in secret propaganda campaign
WorldMillions of Americans are being manipulated on social media without understanding that the content is funded by Israel.
Islamist leader monitored by Swedish security police – now celebrated drone specialist in Ukraine
WorldViktor Gaziev claims that Swedish authorities pressured him to join the war with promises of citizenship for his ex-wife.
Nigerians flock to tax-funded Finnish culinary education
FinlandHalf of this year's 4,000 applications to the tuition-free education came from Nigeria – now the Finnish government wants them to pay themselves.
Newly elected German mayor targeted in attempted murder – family member prime suspect
EuropeThe police are currently ruling out any political motive.
Swedish government proposal: Scraps nuclear power ban along coast and archipelago
Tech"We need the opportunity to evaluate all suitable locations for new nuclear power", says Swedish Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari.
Telenor faces lawsuit over human rights abuses in Myanmar
NorwayVictims and relatives demand hundreds of millions in damages after Telenor customer data was used to track, arrest and execute regime critics.
Three criminal networks responsible for half of gang violence in Sweden
SwedenOf 50 mapped criminal networks in Sweden, three stand out and are responsible for the most serious violence – despite police dedicating enormous resources to stopping them.
FUTO – the obvious choice for privacy-friendly voice and text input on mobile devices
TechDitch Google's input apps and keep what you type and speak private on your phone.
Merz acknowledges: The West’s attractiveness is waning
World"It is no longer a given that the world will orient itself towards us and follow our values of liberal democracy", laments the former BlackRock executive.
Gävle restaurant shooting: Arrested 13-year-old known to police
SwedenThe boy is suspected of, among other things, six counts of attempted murder.
YouTubers invest in their own businesses – ad revenues are unpredictable
CultureSo this is how MrBeast and other mega-stars build business empires alongside the video platform and generate billion-dollar revenues with their side businesses.
Study: Diet crucial against obesity – not activity level
HealthSedentary and physically active people can burn almost the same amount in a day, new study shows.
EU: Europeans must reduce water consumption
WorldThe European Commission's strategy is intended to "help the EU and member states manage water better", it is claimed.
Orbán warns of Europe’s extinction: “A nation without children has no future”
World"The West chooses replacement through migration, we choose our families and our children", argues Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
FBI breaks ties with ADL after absurd extremist list
WorldFBI Director Kash Patel states that his predecessor "dishonored the FBI" by writing love letters to the Jewish power group ADL.
Bitcoin reaches new record – surpasses $125,000 in value
EconomyThe cryptocurrency rose to a new record of $125,689 on Sunday, driven by a broader risk rally and concerns surrounding the US government shutdown.
Organic Maps – the map app that doesn’t map you
TechTired of Google Maps tracking you? Here's the free alternative that lets you navigate completely offline!
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PFAS levels declining in Sweden’s major lakes
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