WorldThe notorious Azov Battalion has long been accused of war crimes and torture of civilians.
Hamas accepts UN ceasefire proposal
World"I find it hard to believe that Israel will accept this", says political scientist Anders Persson.
New species discovered in deep-sea Pacific expedition
EnvironmentA pink sea pig and a glass sponge that may have a livespan of up to 15,000 years have been found by researchers from the University of Gothenburg among others.
Progress for anti-EU parties in the European elections
EuropeMeanwhile, most indications are that Ursula von der Leyen's Liberal and Christian Democrat EPP will continue to dominate in Brussels.
France to hold new elections as National Rally tops EU polls
EuropeLeft-liberal President Emmanuel Macron appeals to the French to “make the right choice”.
Failure for the Sweden Democrats in the EU elections
SwedenThe Green Party looks set to become Sweden's third largest party in Brussels as only half of Swedes went to the polls.
Health expert: Sunlight more important for health than previously thought
HealthThe sun's bad reputation is “completely undeserved”, says health expert Fredrik Paulún.
Comprehensive study: Mortality not reduced by lockdowns and covid vaccines
ScienceThe study authors urge government leaders and policymakers to "thoroughly investigate underlying causes of persistent excess mortality and evaluate their health crisis policies".
Finnish study: social media use tied to teen anxiety
FinlandGirls who were addicted to social media also experienced more fatigue and loneliness, according to a study conducted in Finland.
The viking who discovered America
CultureThe story of Leif Eriksson's expeditions to the New World continues to fascinate historians.
Internet brings challenges to Marubo tribe – addiction and laziness
WorldThe Marubo people in Brazil gained access to the internet through Starlink just nine months ago.
Norwegian banks’ profits hit record high
EconomyMake €2.9 billion in profits in the first quarter of the year.
Danish candidates want to ban sweet-flavored ‘vapes’ in the EU
DenmarkSix out of 11 top candidates for the European elections want to ban the sale of sweet-tasting vapes.
Israeli minister threatens West Bank with annihilation
World“We will turn your into cities into ruins like in the Gaza Strip if the terror you are afflicting on the settlements continues", promises the Religious Zionist Party leader.
Swedish politician calls for more ADHD prescribers as diagnoses continue to increase
Sweden"The increase has been among children, young people and adults and shows no signs of slowing down", says Social Affairs Minister Jakob Forssmed (KD).
Israel accused of running influence campaign targeting US politicians
WorldIsrael's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs allegedly funded the campaign with fake news sites and AI-powered social media accounts.
Tetris celebrates 40 years
CultureThe popular block game was created by Russian Aleksey Pajitnov in 1984.
Kristersson’s National Day greeting: “Our duty to help Ukraine”
SwedenPraises the US-led NATO military alliance and continues to repeat the message that Sweden “will help Ukraine for as long as it takes”.
Ex-health chief admits Malaysia knew of AstraZeneca vaccine risks but didn’t inform public
World“There were fears about the potential for serious side effects caused by the vaccine”, confirms the Agency's former Director-General.
Nearly half of Swedish 10-year-olds report experiencing sexual harassment
Sweden45% of 10-year-olds say they have been sexually harassed.
The Bezos Earth Fund donates $30 million to lab-grown meat research
ScienceNorth Carolina State University is tasked with developing “alternative protein sources” that are tolerated by consumers.
Safety measure: Greek ferries restrict electric vehicles to 40% charge
WorldThe new regulation is introduced after several serious incidents on ships where electric cars caught fire.
Lawyer: “We incentivized murdering patients in hospitals”
World“Instead of saying you get more money when this patient gets well, we said you get more money when they die”, explains Tom Renz.
Berkana – The rune of the birch
CultureDiscover the rune associated to womanhood and the regenerative force of nature.
Eric Clapton: “Israel runs the world”
World“It’s AIPAC. It’s the lobby. Israel is running the show, running the world", the guitar legend writes on Twitter/X.
MI5 Shifts focus from counter-terrorism to tackle perceived espionage threats
WorldAs usual, Russia, China and Iran are portrayed as the primary threats.
Åkesson: “My Europe builds walls against population replacement”
Sweden“My Europe is building walls, against illegal immigration, against Islamism - against population exchange”, declares the Sweden Democrat leader.
Viktor Orbán condemns EU’s war agenda
World“We must prevent Europe from entering a war that will lead to its destruction”, declares the Hungarian Prime Minister.
Pike fry stocked in Åland waters
Environment“We've been stocking pike since 1994 and, including this year's fish, we've reached 30 million stocked pike,” says Kaj Ådjers, fisheries inspector.
Blinken: “We’ll advance Ukraine’s integration with NATO”
WorldThe US Secretary of State promises to “promote Ukraine's integration with NATO”, adding that the military alliance will “build Ukraine's future strength”.
Israeli right-wing ministers threaten to dissolve government over US ceasefire proposal
World“This is a promiscuous deal, which is a victory for terrorism and a security risk for Israel,” claims Jewish Power party leader Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Tens of thousands of Israelis protest against Netanyahu
WorldCall for the resignation of the prime minister, the release of hostages and new elections.
Modi declares himself winner of India’s elections
WorldVoters “have seen how our work has led to a qualitative change in the lives of the poor, marginalized and oppressed”, the Hindu nationalist declares.
Sources: Mossad tried to pressure ICC prosecutor to drop war crimes investigation
World"You don’t want to be getting into things that could compromise your security or that of your family", and similar threats were allegedly made by Mossad chief Yossi Cohen.
Trump on verdict: “The Biden administration manipulated the trial”
World"This was a rigged, disgraceful trial. I'm a very innocent man ... The real verdict will be made by the people on November 5th".
Thailand wants to join BRICS
WorldIf approved, it will be the first Southeast Asian country to join the BRICS partnership.
Doctors: “Difficult to stop taking antidepressants”
Sweden“Medicine is often the only thing on offer and it puts a lid on emotional life,” explains psychiatrist Johan Stiernstedt.
China: “Time for peace in Gaza”
World“War should not go on forever. Justice should not be forever absent,” declared Xi Jinping.
Ulf Kristersson “expects” Israel to call off Rafah invasion
Sweden“Very worrying” that Israeli tanks have entered Rafah's city center, says the Prime Minister.
China’s gaming and homework restrictions increase kids’ physical activity
ScienceChina's new rules on gaming and homework have led to more active school children.