IcelandAt the same time, older generations are much more hesitant about a ban.
The Nordics
Swedish PM: “Must prepare for war if we want peace”
Sweden“Sweden is not at war - but it's not at peace either,” the Prime Minister declares, stressing that we must "plan for the worst".
Swedish municipality pays damages to bullied student
SwedenThe boy was subjected to bullying and abuse throughout his secondary school years. He now receives €7800 in damages.
Labradors most popular in Finland
FinlandIn total, 317 different dog breeds were registered in the Kennel Club register in 2024.
Reports: Denmark considers increasing US control over Greenland
DenmarkThe Danes do not want to sell the island - but are said to be willing to “discuss any other US proposal”.
Sweden: Despite “paradigm shift” – mass immigration to continue in 2024
SwedenAlmost 100,000 residence permits were granted last year - despite Kristersson's promises to tighten migration policy.
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Sweden buys German tanks for €2 billion
Sweden“An absolutely necessary investment” when the Swedish army is to double in size, says Minister of Defense Pål Jonson (M).
Sweden: Massive queues for electric cars in the snowstorm
SwedenSeveral hundred meters of queue to charge the electric car at stations in Dalarna.
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Swedish food prices soar – up 25 percent in three years
EconomyLast year, prices of almost 36,000 food products increased - and coffee has not been this expensive for over 50 years.
Eagle S anchor found in the Gulf of Finland
The Nordics“It has been handed over to the Finnish authorities,” says Swedish Navy Press Officer Jimmie Adamsson.
Sweden sets new records in cocaine seizures
SwedenSweden is expected to become an increasingly important transit country in the drug trade.
Denmark updates national coat of arms – removes claims to Sweden
The Nordics“This is one of the biggest disputes in Scandinavian history and it has had bloody consequences... Tens of thousands of people have died", says Professor Dick Harrison.
Sweden to increase repatriation grant to €31,000 for each returning migrant
Sweden“It is a modest expense compared to the significant costs of poor integration”, says Migration Minister Johan Forssell (M).
Wildlife bridges – a Swedish environmental success story
EnvironmentNew wildlife bridges effectively reduce wildlife accidents on Swedish roads, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
Professor: Declining birth rate could mean “population collapse”
Sweden"It will change the world completely in the next 50 years", says economics professor Jesus Fernandez-Villaverde.
Swedish PM: Israel’s attacks must be investigated
SwedenThe Prime Minister is waiting to assess whether the hospital attacks in Gaza are compatible with international law.
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!
Key legislative changes in Sweden for 2025
SwedenAnonymous witnesses, a new working tax credit and a lower limit for free dental care are some of the laws that will come into force this year.
Russian media blocked on Telegram in Sweden
TechExtensive censorship on the platform, which previously promoted itself as a privacy and freedom of expression-friendly alternative.
NATO increases military presence in the Baltic Sea
The NordicsJustifies the decision with “possible sabotage” of underwater cables between Finland and Estonia.
“Swedish” gang criminals take over Norway
The Nordics"It's not like in Denmark or Finland, where they've faced resistance. It seems they've just been able to take what they want", says a police source.
Swedish tsunami survivors feel betrayed by authorities
Sweden543 Swedes lost their lives in the tsunami disaster 20 years ago. Survivors received support from their families – but almost no help from authorities or healthcare services.
Swedes want to discuss freely around the Christmas table
SwedenA quarter of Swedes appreciate if Christmas discussions with family members become heated.
How Swedes celebrate Christmas
Culture“Christmas celebrations are a strong Swedish tradition", says the tradition expert.
Researchers: Old, poor and sick hit hardest by cashless society
Science"It’s not just cashlessness. I feel that human beings have disappeared. We live like robots; click here, click that. Digitization has made people lonely".
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