WorldFinland's former president also notes that Western support for Kiev “will not last forever”.
Skin creams lead to higher levels of hormone-disrupting substances in children
HealthSunscreens and hair products are putting more toxic phthalates in children's bodies, new research shows.
UN: “Women and children killed in Israeli air strike”
World22 people were reported killed when Israel bombed apartment buildings in northern Lebanon.
Internet Archive has been hacked
TechSensitive data of 31 million users has fallen into the wrong hands.
Finland sees increase in unemployed immigrants
FinlandFinland has the second highest unemployment rate in the EU for people born outside the Union.
Ukraine’s desperate search for new recruits – dragging people out of restaurants and bars
WorldThe footage shows how the urgent need for new soldiers led to very aggressive and threatening forced recruitment.
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Swedish father of two murdered in front of his children
Sweden“He lived for his wife and children. It's unbelievable that he was murdered", said a family friend.
DNA breakthrough unmasks Jack the Ripper
SciencePolish-Jewish Aaron Kosminski named as killer in new book after DNA match.
Spain calls for arms embargo against Israel
WorldPrime minister Sanchez considers it "urgent" that "the international community stops exporting weapons to the Israeli government".
Icelandic government resigns – new elections in November
IcelandDisagreements and difficulties in working together are identified as the main reasons.
SpaceX completes successful test flight
TechPart of the rocket returned and was captured at the launch site.
Swedish schools may be forced to report students
SwedenOn January 1, 2025, the obligation to share data with law enforcement will increase.
Why you should have plants in your home
HealthThe right houseplants purify the air and enhance our well-being in various ways.
ADHD medication increases risk of psychosis
ScienceUS researchers are urging greater caution when prescribing these drugs.
French historian: “US defeat in Ukraine would liberate Europe”
EuropeEmmanuele Todd predicted the fall of the Soviet Union - now he predicts the dissolution of NATO.
US frustrated as Israel keeps military plans secret
WorldIsrael continues to refuse to inform its main ally of imminent attacks - but US support is expected to continue.
Slovak prime minister vows “never to agree to Ukraine joining NATO”
EuropePromised to do everything in his power to prevent Ukrainian membership of the US-led military alliance.
Sweden has lowest cash usage in the world
SwedenAt the same time, Sweden confidence in the cashless society is waning.
Von der Leyen’s ‘Pfizergate’ taken to the European Court of Justice
EuropeThe head of the European Commission still refuses to show her text messages with Pfizer's CEO.
UN accuses Israel of crimes against humanity
WorldIsrael is deliberately targeting Gaza's health services, according to a UN investigation.
UN peacekeepers wounded in Israeli attack
World"We condemn this inadmissible act, for which there is no justification", says EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell.
German police shut down protests citing “violent” Greta Thunberg
EuropeThe controversial activist condemns the decision, saying that "the German state is complicit in the genocide in Gaza".
Sweden sees continued high immigration under Tidö government
SwedenFigures suggest that around 100,000 new residence permits will be issued in 2024.
Journalist to the White House: “People are sick of the bullshit”
WorldLiam Cosgrove slammed the US moral stance in the Middle East and Ukraine.
Israel launches new offensive in northern Gaza – Biden pledges “unwavering support”
WorldSeveral civilian casualties have been reported in the fighting, including an Al-Jazeera reporter who was shot.
Trump visits grave of Chabad leader
WorldThe visit, on the anniversary of the Hamas attacks, has been described as a gesture to the Orthodox Jews in America.
Finnish supercomputer gets quantum upgrade
Science“We see great potential in quantum computing for accelerating innovation for the benefit of companies and the whole society”, says Pekka Pursula, Research Manager at VTT.
Israel accused of using illegal bombs in Beirut
WorldThe scale of the destruction proves that "bombs containing depleted uranium have been used", warns the Syndicate of Chemists in Lebanon.
Church of Sweden organizes international “trans conference”
SwedenProud to be "the world's only digital, international conference for Christian transgender people under 35".
Moderna offered children money to test covid vaccine
WorldPaediatricians contacted children and adolescents via Whatsapp.
Your privacy choices affect others too
TechNaomi Brockwell: By using unsecured channels, you might be exposing others to privacy risks they never agreed to take.
US hit by deadliest hurricane since 2005
WorldOver 230 dead and 285 missing after catastrophic storms as a new hurricane is expected to hit the US on Wednesday.
Myth that older people use more cash
DenmarkThe use of cash is the same among younger and older Danes, according to a citizen survey.
Norwegian professor: “Young and healthy people should take the covid vaccine”
NorwayHowever, the Norwegian Public Health Agency only recommends the covid-19 vaccine for certain risk groups.
Original art stimulates the brain more than copies
CultureResearchers in the Netherlands have discovered a "huge difference" between real works and posters.
Stockholmers feel unsafe at home
Sweden25% worry about shootings and 22% worry about explosions near their home.
Zelensky to present “victory plan”
WorldTo be announced at the NATO meeting in Germany this weekend.
Macron calls for arms embargo against Israel
World"Shame on you", says Israeli PM Netanyahu of countries that do not support Israel.
A dialogue about consciousness
ScienceIs the human consciousness in the physical brain? Peter Wersäll explores the topic through an illustrated dialogue.
Toyota ends sponsorship of Pride and Olympics
EconomyThe company aims to "narrow its community activities" to less controversial events.
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