Sweden"It is unfortunate that Sweden continues on this path and plans to build new reactors near Copenhagen," says the Social Democrats in Denmark.
Editorial
Russia conducts nuclear drills – Sweden offers Gripen jets to Ukraine
WorldLarge-scale exercise with nuclear missiles as Sweden signed a letter of intent for around a hundred Gripen aircraft to Ukraine.
Riots erupt in Dublin following assault on ten-year-old
EuropeThe perpetrator is reported to have a deportation order – thousands of protesters gathered and a police car was set on fire.
Save the Children: One in eight children in Sweden lives in poverty
SwedenGrowing child poverty is impacting children's living conditions and future opportunities.
Russian skiers banned from Olympics: “A price I’m ready to pay”
SportOlympic gold medalist Veronika Stepanova defends her country and accuses the ski federation of double standards.
Over half a billion Chinese users embrace generative AI
TechThe explosive growth demonstrates how rapidly the technology is spreading across the country. In just six months, the number of users has increased by 266 million.
Cartoon of the week
Mosquitoes discovered in Iceland for the first time
Iceland"The first time a mosquito has been found on Icelandic soil", notes Icelandic entomologist Matthías Alfreðsson.
OpenAI launches AI-powered browser – challenges Google with ChatGPT Atlas
TechOpenAI enters the browser market with ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-based challenger to Google Chrome.
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.
Chinese Apple users file complaint against company for monopoly practices
TechAccuses the tech giant of abusing its dominant market position and restricting distribution and diversity.
Swedish defense minister calls on Europe to enter “war mode”
World"A change in mentality is needed" – Europeans must prepare for war, demands Sweden's Defense Minister.
Swedish Liberals propose €200,000 for Pride crosswalks
SwedenThe tax-funded LGBTQ initiative was meant to show that Stockholm, Sweden is a "city for love, openness and inclusion", according to opposition city councilor Jan Jönsson.
Diddy challenges conviction after four-year sentence
CultureThe rapper was convicted of prostitution-related offenses but acquitted of the more serious charges.
The risk became too great: Swedish companies abandon low-cost countries
EconomyGeopolitical uncertainty and increasing protectionism are reshaping corporate strategies for international expansion.
French banking giant found complicit in atrocities in Sudan
WorldThree Sudanese victims awarded $20.75 million in damages after jury finds BNP Paribas supported al-Bashir regime
Portugal set to ban burqas
Europe"Protecting female members of parliament, your daughters, our daughters", argues André Ventura, leader of Chega party.
Trump pressures Zelensky to accept Russia’s peace terms
WorldA stormy meeting at the White House was reportedly marked by raised voices and profanity.
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.
Sharp increase in children suspected of murder plots in Sweden
SwedenMore shootings reportedly prevented – while increasingly younger people are drawn into gang violence.
Saab secures €50 million NATO contract for Spanish radar system
SwedenThis is the first time Saab's radar systems have been procured through NATO's procurement organization.
Growing number of Swedes living in poverty
Sweden"The ultimate safety net is being dismantled in Sweden", says Jonas Rydberg, Secretary General of Sweden's City Missions.
Danish People’s Party demands mass deportations: “We must get Denmark back”
Denmark"The most important issue of all is the issue of repatriations", says party leader Morten Messerschmidt.
Nearly 200 bombings in Sweden this year – despite record-high customs seizures
SwedenDuring the summer and fall, detonations involving hand grenades and homemade bombs have been dominant.
Finns live longer than ever before
FinlandLife expectancy in Finland reaches new record levels, with Åland topping the list.
Iceland’s prime minister: “No own army in my lifetime”
IcelandKristrún Frostadóttir, Icelandic politician, instead wants the country to continue relying on the US-led military alliance NATO.
British field marshal: Ukraine cannot win against Russia
World"Unless we were to go in with them – which we won't do because Ukraine is not an existential issue for us", states Lord Richards.
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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Science
Groundbreaking double hand transplant performed in Sweden
Powerful new antibiotic discovered by accident
Environment
Swedish Chemicals Agency tightens protection against PFAS
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