SwedenAt least 8000 of them are wanted because they have gone underground and are hiding from the authorities.
Major food retailer ICA initiates lab-grown meat pilot project
SwedenThe project includes exploring consumer attitudes towards lab-grown meat.
Meet Nextcloud – the collaboration platform that fully replaces Microsoft 365
TechNow the license-free and open alternative can offer your company full control over your document management, communication and related services.
Many Swedish children in joint custody
SwedenOver 200,000 children live alternately with each parent, according to a new report from Statistics Sweden.
Wildcats reintroduced into Scottish nature
EnvironmentSwedish zoo Nordens Ark has been involved in a conservation project where 19 wild cats were released during the summer.
Crusader sword reveals early church presence in Finland
CultureThe sword is dated to around 1050-1150.
Venture capitalist: “Martial law may be needed in Sweden”
Sweden"The situation is so serious that I don't think we can rule out any measures", says Christer Gardell.
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Biden calls for another $100 billion in aid for Ukraine and Israel
WorldMore than 100 billion dollars of aid will be a "smart investment" for US security, according to the President.
25% of Swedish workers experience direct health problems due to their work
Sweden1.2 million Swedes say they have suffered health problems because of their work in the past year.
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ISIS returnees now working with Swedish children and youth
SwedenFought for the Caliphate - now they work as teachers, nannies and youth leaders.
Growing number of Swedes can’t afford food, warns City Mission
SwedenMany Swedes can no longer afford to put food on the table.
Former top military officer suspected of crimes against Sweden’s national security
SwedenArrested in a dawn raid along with his wife.
Norwegian nurse sued municipality – case now headed to appeals court
NorwayHamar municipality is accused of discriminating against employees who did not want to be injected with the covid vaccine.
Swedish authority proposes state-issued digital ID with biometric features
Sweden"It is natural for the state to be responsible for and ensure citizens' digital identity", says civil minister Erik Slottner.
Beloved Swedish artist Lars “Lasse” Berghagen passes away at 78
SwedenThe popular artist lived to be 78 years old.
Stricter requirements proposed for Finnish citizenship
FinlandWants to introduce a citizenship test and extend the requirements for residence time with a residence permit in the country.
US, Israel overlooked intelligence warnings of major Hamas attack
WorldIt is likely that Hamas' capabilities and the scale of the attack were underestimated.
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.
Patrick was murdered for being Swedish
Sweden"Our brother is no longer with us. We are at a loss for words", say his siblings.
Immigrants in Denmark must work to receive social benefits
DenmarkTo be eligible for benefits, you must work at least 37 hours a week.
JP Morgan CEO: “The most dangerous time the world has seen in decades”
WorldJamie Dimon warns of global "far-reaching impacts" on energy prices, food, trade and diplomatic relations.
The Brussels terrorist lived in Gothenburg
SwedenThe illegal immigrant has also served time in Swedish prison for serious drug offenses.
Vaccine injured sue compensation program
WorldThe program lacks legal certainty and transparency, and violates the constitution, according to complainants.
Liberal journalist: “Sweden Democrats bears responsibility for terror threats”
Sweden"Who is responsible for the heightened security situation in Sweden? The same gang that benefits from pitting Muslims against 'Swedes'", argues Lina Stenberg.
One in two single parents cannot afford unexpected expenses
Sweden1.7 million Swedes cannot cope with an unexpected expense of SEK 13,000.
Foreign Affairs Ministry: “Swedes abroad should be cautious”
SwedenFollowing the terror attack, individuals are advised to "exercise heightened vigilance" and "heed the advice of local authorities."
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!
Hundreds killed in bombing on Gaza City hospital
WorldThe attack appears to be the deadliest in the conflict in 15 years with over 500 casualties, AP reports.
Study: Lockdowns lead to mental health problems in children
HealthChildren who have endured the coronavirus restrictions are at an increased risk for emotional and behavioral problems, according to a new study at Oxford University.
Brussels terrorist targeted Swedes specifically
WorldTunisian Abdesalem Lassoued, who shot dead several Swedes on Monday evening, has been shot dead by Belgian police.
Norway’s Progress Party wants to ban Greta Thunberg from entering the country
Norway– We do not benefit from foreign professional demonstrators returning to Norway if they have previously committed illegal acts, a party spokesperson says.
Croatian President: “Israel has lost my sympathy”
World"The right to defense does not include the right to revenge and the massacre of civilians", says Zoran Milanović.
Number of pigs declining in Sweden
SwedenLowest levels ever measured in 2023, according to the Swedish Board of Agriculture.
Liberals win elections on Åland Islands
FinlandThe number of parties in the Lagting, the parliament of Åland, is reduced from eight to six.
TV personality’s rhetoric: Trump supporters will “try to kill people”
WorldIn an appearance on MSNBC, political scientist Brian Klaas warns of "violence" and "acts of terror" by "extremist" supporters.
Teuton Systems offers smart privacy-focused technology – without compromise
TechWe take the fight against corporate snooping, mass government surveillance and criminal phone tapping through firm open source principles and secure products.
American Colonel: “Ukraine a collapsed state”
WorldFormer Pentagon advisor Douglas Macgregor estimates that as many as 400,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in the fighting.
Study: Frequent social media users perceived less masculine
ScienceThis was true regardless of the platform used, according to a Norwegian-US study.
14 postgraduate programs closed after government review
Sweden39 out of 153 doctoral programs in Sweden questioned by the Swedish Higher Education Authority between 2017 and 2022.
Study: Kombucha tea can lower blood sugar levels
HealthIn just four weeks, fasting blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes was reduced to healthy levels.
Loophole in Chat Control 2.0 compromises information security
TechThe controversial mass surveillance proposal, Chat Control 2.0, is plagued by several technical and information security-related issues.
Insecurity in Sweden at an all-time high
SwedenConfidence in the judicial system has also declined.
EU Commission calls for increased labour migration
WorldRefers to the insufficient population growth in Europe.
Two women shot dead in Stockholm suburb
SwedenThree children were in the house where the perpetrator entered during the night.
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