WorldThe adoption ban covers at least 15 countries, mainly in Europe, as well as Australia, Argentina and Canada.
Editorial
Trump nominates “Soros’ right hand man” for Treasury Secretary
WorldHedge fund billionaire Scott Bessent was previously chief investment officer of the infamous Soros Fund Management.
Swedish parties call for action against Israel after arrest warrant for Netanyahu
SwedenThe Social Democrats are calling for a freeze on trade agreements with Israel and an increase in sanctions against illegal settlers.
Defense Minister Pål Jonson: “Ukraine is Sweden’s top security priority”
SwedenSweden continues to increase its military assistance to Kiev and finances the production of Ukrainian long-range weapons.
Reports: Iranian hacker group conducts major cyberattack on Mossad
WorldAllegedly carried out a large-scale data hack targeting Israeli security agencies.
Sources: Trump will fire transgender people from the army
WorldHas previously referred to the group bringing “tremendous medical costs and disruption” to the country's military.
Cartoon of the week
Israeli government imposes sanctions on Haaretz
WorldThe established national daily is accused by Benjamin Netanyahu's government of ‘damaging the legitimacy of the State of Israel and its right to self-defence’.
Balance identified as key indicator of aging
HealthBeing able to stand on one leg turns out to be a better indicator of aging than strength and walking, according to research.
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.
Devastating developments for Africa’s elephants
EnvironmentAccording to researchers, almost 80% of large animals have disappeared since the 1960s.
Local politician in Finland arrested for terrorism offense
FinlandSimon Ekpa, a Lahti National Coalition politician, also claims leadership of Biafra, advocating its "liberation" through armed struggle.
Gaetz withdraws – Trump nominates Pam Bondi for Attorney General
WorldThe former Florida Attorney General has extensive experience in fighting drug and human trafficking and is a devoted friend of Israel.
Antibiotics may have long-lasting effects on gut flora
Science“This further supports the notion that antibiotics should be administered in a responsible manner”, says Björn Schröder at Umeå University.
Sweden Democrats call for complete halt to citizenship applications
Sweden“Swedish citizenship should not be something that is handed out to just anyone, but should be reserved for people with a genuine love for our country”.
Nordic report calls for clearer laws on AI-porn
The NordicsIceland and Denmark are at the forefront in this area, while Sweden and Norway lack legislative clarity, according to the report.
Putin reacts to Biden’s escalation by testing new hypersonic missile
WorldIt can reach speeds of up to Mach 10 and is described as almost impossible to stop with current air defense systems.
More volcanic eruptions in Iceland as tourists defy warnings
IcelandDespite barriers, tourists have walked right up to the edge of the lava.
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.
Jaguar’s new brand profile mocked: “Woke and pretentious”
WorldScathing criticism of the venerable British car manufacturer's latest commercials.
Only three in ten Finns have confidence in their government
FinlandMany Finns have a gloomy view of the future, predicting increased poverty, more polarization and deteriorating health care.
Meta lifts ban on military use of AI
TechLockheed Martin, Booz Allen Hamilton and Palantir Technologies are some of the military companies that can now also use the tech giant's technology.
Retired military leader calls for Biden’s impeachment
World“We must stop the madness before WWIII is irreversible”, pleads Michael Flynn.
ICC issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu
World"The ICC is engaged in anti-Semitism", laments Benjamin Netanyahu, dismissing the court's arrest warrant.
Swedish authorities warn of nuclear armageddon
SwedenMSB leaflet urges Swedes to prepare for nuclear war, "extreme weather" - and influence campaigns.
Swedish preschools ban cell phones after pedophile scandals
SwedenFollowing a number of high-profile cases of preschool staff surreptitiously photographing children, many preschools have introduced mobile phone bans.
Duct-taped banana could sell for millions
Culture“What you are buying is not the banana itself, but a certificate granting permission to reproduce it and the duct tape on their wall", says the art director.
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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