Health“Increased pressure on pediatricians to give and recommend sleep medication” is pointed out as an explanation.
The Nordics
Swedish government halts wind farm projects citing national security concerns
Sweden"Building the projects in question in the Baltic Sea area would have unacceptable consequences for Sweden's military defense“, states the Minister of Defense.
Migration Minister: Hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants in Sweden
Sweden“I don't think it is unjustified to estimate that hundreds of thousands of people are living in Sweden without a permit”, says Johan Forssell (M).
Finland’s President Stubb meets Xi Jinping in Beijing
Finland“Finland values the stable and constructive relationship with China”, says Alexander Stubb.
Norwegian princess’ husband accused of sexual assault
The Nordics“I asked him to stop but he didn't give in. He seemed absolutely determined to persuade me to have sex”, said the Swedish complainant.
Finnish hero dogs honored for life-saving acts
FinlandThe Finnish Kennel Club selects 17 dogs to receive the title “Hero Dog” after lifesaving efforts.
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Despite election promises – Sweden’s government raises the electricity tax
SwedenHowever, Energy and Industry Minister Ebba Busch (KD) insists that reduced electricity tax “is still something we are striving for”.
Jewish lobby group continues to boycott Sweden’s Left Party
Sweden“Need to see action taken against people who have expressed anti-Semitic views or supported terrorist organizations”, says the President of the Jewish Central Council.
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Deport individuals who glorify terrorism – Swedish migration minister
Sweden“They should simply choose to live somewhere other than Sweden", says Johan Forssell (M).
Swedish homeowners protest against the “energy fiasco”
Sweden“Should my daughter have to sleep in overalls so that I can afford both food and electricity?” asks Mikael from Enköping.
Christian Democrat MEP: New citizens must be loyal to Israel
Sweden“To even get a Swedish citizenship, it should be required that the person who wants to become a Swedish citizen also recognizes the right of the State of Israel to exist”, says Alice Teodorescu Måwe.
Swedish PM Kristersson gives hundreds of millions to Ukraine’s military
Sweden“An effective and swift way to support Ukraine”, the Prime Minister claimed when the latest in a series of Swedish aid packages was presented.
Jonathan sues the Swedish state after being wrongly declared dead
Sweden“I'm going to the district court to get the law changed so that this doesn't happen to more people”, he explains.
Fifth of Icelandic preschool staff are foreign-born
IcelandThe number of foreign childcare workers in the country has increased in recent years.
Internal Tensions surge as Swedish Social Democrats slam Andersson’s “top-down” leadership
SwedenMany fear that without a shift, the party risks losing the next election.
New SVT boss: Should be “a constructive and reassuring force”
Sweden"It will be my role, together with the staff, to ensure that SVT continues to earn the public’s time and trust", says Anne Lagercrantz.
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The architect behind the Swedish inflation target: “Not scientifically grounded”
Sweden“We had to come up with an inflation target... We didn't think it was an eternal truth”, admits Thomas Franzén, former Deputy Governor of the Riksbank.
Sweden falls in equality index
Sweden"Current tax policies benefit the very richest, while those living in poverty have to bear the greatest burden", says Oxfam's Secretary General.
Norwegian government: 15-year age limit on social media
Norway“Will have an enormous impact on children's lives”, says Minister for Children and Families Kjersti Toppe.
Church of Sweden rejects proposed bride handover ban
SwedenThe Church Council votes down the Social Democrats' proposal to ban the tradition of the bride being led to the altar by her father.
Swedish unemployment continues to rise – government to invest in vocational education
Economy"The Swedish labor market has long suffered from a mismatch, with employers looking for skills while many are unemployed".
Sweden Democrat leader wants to set up Swedish-Israeli hit squad
SwedenCharlie Weimers wants to "work with the United States and Israel to safely liquidate gang leaders in third countries".
Sweden to “deter Russia” with new missile system
Sweden"Will also force the adversary to tie up defense resources to deal with the risk of an attack", declares Swedish defense minister Pål Jonsson (M).
Blinken awarded royal Swedish order for contributions to NATO membership
SwedenFormer NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg is also among those rewarded for his efforts to integrate Sweden into the US-led military alliance.
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