SwedenAt the same time, fewer Swedes are getting married.
The Nordics
Denmark “open to an international military intervention” in the Middle East
DenmarkDenmark is ready to help enforce a two-state solution, according to the prime minister.
Peter tried to recover Caritas’ body from the Estonia shipwreck – illegally stopped by authorities
SwedenTook matters into his own hands to bury his dead wife.
One in three Swedes worry about food shortages
EconomyMore than half of the respondents believe that Sweden will not be able to provide for its population in times of crisis.
More Swedes apply for debt restructuring – but most are rejected
Economy“Debt restructuring is not a shortcut, but a last resort”, says Per-Olof Lindh, Department Head at the Swedish Enforcement Authority.
Chat Control 2.0 backed by Swedish Justice Committee – again
SwedenThe ruling parties and the Social Democrats voted in favor of controversial EU mass surveillance legislation.
Swedish youth choose mobile phones over sex
SwedenMore than half of 18-24 year olds would rather give up sex than their mobile phone, according to a survey by Swappie.
Swedish gangs suspected of attacks in Iceland
The Nordics"A multinational gang based in Sweden is suspected of setting fire to a police car", says Justice Minister Gudrún Hafsteinsdóttir.
Sweden’s foreign minister: “Which groups come here matters”
Sweden"It is less of a problem to receive those who are like us", emphasises the new Foreign Minister, Maria Malmer Stenergard (M).
Report: Most Swedes use loans or leasing for car purchases
SwedenMost cars are financed by loans or private leasing.
The Swedish government launches AI inquiry
TechWill examine "the need for national adaptations" to the new EU AI regulation.
Northvolt faces pressure following toxic chemical leak
SwedenAccording to reports, staff repeatedly warned about the use of faulty machinery, with no noticeable response from management.
Two schools in Sweden licensed for distance learning
SwedenPalmbladskolan in Uppsala and Montessoriskolan Elyseum in Gothenburg can now teach their students at home.
More choose abortions for Down’s syndrome
The NordicsThe number of abortions related to Down's syndrome is increasing in the Nordic countries, according to statistics from the Finnish Institute of Health and Welfare.
Relatives and survivors of the Estonia disaster call for murder investigation
SwedenThey want to bring the bodies home for examination, despite the existing protection of the "sanctity of the grave".
Norwegian chicken farm starts certified halal production
Norway"We want to make the chicken market accessible to more consumers", says Norsk Kylling.
Excessive internet use on the rise among Finnish girls
Finland"It is difficult to say for sure why girls' excessive use of the Internet has increased significantly. One possible reason is that girls are using social media more".
District heating prices soar in Sweden
EconomyWhile the national average price increase is 15.2%, prices have risen by more than 30% in many municipalities.
Sweden’s Supreme Court: Media cannot be forced to share material from riots
SwedenMedia are not obliged to disclose material from the riots in Rosengård in 2023, the Supreme Court rules.
Icelanders would vote for Harris
Iceland96% of Icelandic women say they prefer Kamala Harris to Donald Trump.
Norwegian youth threatened by Swedish gangs
The NordicsKnown criminal networks based in Sweden are described by the police as a serious threat in northern Norway.
Swedish police officers may be exempt from student loan repayments
Sweden“Police trainees should be able to have their student loans repaid or written off under certain conditions”, confirms the Sweden Democrats leader Jimmie Åkesson.
Swedish teachers worry about students having guns
SwedenOne in five secondary school teachers is afraid students will bring weapons to school.
Swedish judges overloaded with work
SwedenSeven out of ten don't have enough time to do their jobs, which could lead to major societal problems.