Economy"The trend reflects the fact that many families with children are finding it difficult to make ends meet", says economist Stefan Westerberg.
Sweden
Six Swedes given leading roles in EU committees
EuropeHowever, Sweden has not been assigned the chairmanship of any of the committees.
Moonshine gains popularity as alcohol becomes more expensive
SwedenInflation and a weak krona have led more Swedes to buy cheaper home-brewed alcohol, analysts say.
More deaths on Swedish railways – researchers try to reverse trend
SwedenLast year, 100 people died on Swedish railways - the vast majority of them suicides.
The Swedish Enforcement Authority hangs up on worried Swedes
SwedenNearly 30% of calls have been dropped so far this year - officials cite "tough business priorities".
One in five young Swedes still lives at home – doubling in a short time
Sweden"I think this shows that there is a need for some form of government support for housing", says Marie Linder, president of the Swedish Tenants' Association.
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Swedish MP who voted against ‘gender swap’ bill punished by her party
Sweden"As punishment for voting against the legal gender change for 16-year-olds, I am leaving the Civil Affairs Committee", Ellen Juntti confirms.
Police: Summer holidays increase the risk of children being recruited by criminal gangs
SwedenFewer activities and less contact with adults at school and during leisure time make it easier for children to be exploited.
Doctors warn of staff shortages this summer
Sweden"The lack of staff means that important care is not provided, but it also means that care is difficult to scale up in an acute crisis", says Sofia Rydgren Stale, President of the Swedish Medical Association.
The Black Swan: Controversial Danish documentary exposing organized crime premieres in Sweden
The NordicsThe documentary "The Black Swan" exposes corruption and the links between criminal gangs and the upper echelons of society.
OECD: Sweden ranks worst in Europe for classroom discipline
SwedenThe government is opening up to placing disruptive students in "emergency schools" to calm classrooms.
Poll: Swedes reject the DCA
SwedenAn overwhelming majority of Swedes do not want foreign powers to be allowed to place military and war material on Swedish military bases without Swedish supervision, a poll shows.
Jacob Wallenberg calls for increased Swedish EU involvement
SwedenThe Swedish oligarch argues that "EU membership has served us well" and that we now need "a new discussion about the euro.
100 new nature reserves in Sweden last year
EnvironmentReserves now cover 15 percent of Sweden's total area.
Europeans have little contact with refugees
EuropeWestern Europeans are more supportive of Ukrainian refugees than migrants from non-European countries, survey shows.
Gender studies department closed down after internal conflicts
SwedenThe work environment problems and fights have been so extensive that Lund University in Sweden has now decided to close the department.
18-year-old arrested for the murder of Swedish Mikael Janicki
SwedenMohammed Mohammed has a long criminal record – but cannot currently be deported as he is a Swedish citizen.
Swedish government parties agree on new multi-billion aid to Ukraine
SwedenSpends an additional 6,5 billion EUR on military aid packages for Kiev and promises to “support Ukraine's struggle for as long as it takes”.
Swedish Integration Minister canceled safety walk – deemed too unsafe
SwedenJohan Pehrson's safety walk had to be canceled after warnings from the Swedish Security Service.
Report: Academic freedom in Sweden is under threat
Sweden"This is serious. Self-censorship is a very dangerous development," comments Mats Persson (L), Minister for Education.
American university protests spreading to Sweden
Sweden”You cannot demand that the university manifest political views or take a stand on political issues,” says Lund University's Vice-Chancellor Erik Renström.
Swedes seem to be giving up on small ‘conservative’ parties
SwedenThe Christian Democrats and the Liberals are likely to lose their mandates in the EU - and the Center Party is just barely holding on.
Sweden’s welfare authority introduces new eating disorder guidelines
Sweden"Eating disorders are a major public health problem, but at the same time too many people do not get the care they need", says head of unit Sofia von Malortie.
Gang leaders in Sweden often escape punishment
SwedenDon't have to serve time for buying sex, guns, and drugs - as long as they're convicted of more serious crimes.
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