EnvironmentIf the trend continues, more species are in danger of disappearing, says Aleksi Lehikoinen, one of Finland's leading bird researchers.
Editorial
Four out of five Finns are in favor of active euthanasia
FinlandCitizens' initiatives want the Finnish government to pass a law on the introduction of euthanasia.
Lonely children more likely to experience psychosis
ScienceThe risk of psychosis in adulthood was 117% higher in children who experienced loneliness in childhood.
Playing the piano may improve brain health in the elderly
HealthPlaying a musical instrument or singing may help keep the brain healthy in old age, according to a British study.
Unusually little sunshine this winter in Sweden
SwedenA fifth less sunshine than usual, and Gothenburg was less sunny than Stockholm.
Eight out of ten physicians affected by cuts
SwedenA large majority are also concerned that the cuts will lead to reduced access and quality of care in Sweden.
Cartoon of the week
Fire ravages Copenhagen’s cultural landmark Børsen
DenmarkSeveral individuals, including former minister Brian Mikkelsen, reportedly entered the fire at Børsen to save valuable artworks.
Zara employees are timed in the bathroom
Sweden– You have to be like a puppet. You are not allowed to say what you think or feel. You are their slave, explains a former employee.
Foreign women rarely seek mental health care in Norway
NorwayImmigrant women from EU countries, Eastern Europe, and East and Southeast Asia are the least likely to seek psychiatric help.
Major bank under investigation for money laundering
WorldAccused of not knowing or caring where wealthy clients' money comes from.
Police raid pro-Palestinian conference
Europe"Banned" Palestinian speaker participated via video link - police cut power and banned the meeting.
Danish study confirms: Fluoride may affect intelligence
ScienceEven low levels in drinking water can affect the fetus.
Deforestation in Brazil declines
EnvironmentAccording to a new report by the World Resources Institute, rainforest deforestation in Brazil and Colombia is in sharp decline.
More US children in psychiatric care during covid crisis
HealthThe period also saw an increase in the number of children diagnosed with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, research shows.
AI expected to boost Swedish economy – and leave many jobless
TechGenerative AI could increase Sweden's GDP by SEK 550 billion per year - but many jobs are at risk of disappearing.
Primates threatened by search for materials for electric cars
EnvironmentAfrica is experiencing an unprecedented mining boom threatening wildlife populations and whole ecosystems, researchers warn.
Government mail goes digital in Finland
FinlandThe goal is to save money and streamline government.
Katrina quit her job to become a 50’s style housewife
CultureKatrina Holte in Oregon had made up her mind. Tired of modern life, she decided to become a happy housewife in the spirit of the 1950s.
Stress-related sick leave skyrockets in Sweden
HealthAt the end of the year, 44,500 Swedes were on sick leave due to stress-related symptoms - a multi-fold increase since 2010.
New EU law prohibits citizens from lighting fires in their own backyards
EuropeMunicipalities must ensure that citizens stop burning grass clippings, leaves and branches.
War, cocaine and nuclear weapons – “Mr. Speaker” lampoons the Swedish establishment
CultureThe show portrays Swedish political leaders as (literal) puppets of the Wallenberg financial dynasty and "Sleepy Joe" Biden.
Gebo – The rune of gifts
CultureDiscover the karmic rune of the Norse.
Alarming rent increases put pressure on Swedish households
Economy"Where will ordinary people live?" asks Andreas, a single father from Gothenburg.
Swedish police chief calls for ‘moral education’ to curb shootings.
Sweden– I think we should introduce the subject of ethics and morals in schools from pre-school, says Swedish police commissioner Carin Götbland.
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