Sweden– It is important that the top management supports the gender equality work in NATO, emphasizes the head of the Swedish Gender Equality Agency.
The Nordics
Oslo’s politicians go all out for Ramadan
Norway"An important symbol of community, inclusion and diversity", says Eirik Lae Solberg, chairman of Oslo City Council.
Swedish conscripts could be forced to fight on “NATO’s outermost border”
Sweden"Cannot be ruled out", confirms Defense Minister Pål Jonsson (M).
Sweden Democrat leader on Trump: “A breath of fresh air”
Sweden– He creates debate. I think his opposition to the woke movement is positive, says Jimmy Åkesson.
Rising number of teens lured into serious crime
SwedenSwedish customs warn that more and more young people are becoming "parcel goalkeepers", receiving parcels containing drugs and weapons.
Arctic dream: Norwegian beach tops list of Europe’s most beautiful
The NordicsHauklandstranda is considered the most beautiful beach in Europe by the travel guide Lonely Planet.
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“Undisclosed country” may buy Swedish weapons for one billion euros
Sweden"I have an indication that they did not want it to be known who was the buyer in the deal", confirms the head of the munitions unit.
Sweden officially joins NATO
SwedenAbandons 200 years of official neutrality and military non-alignment.
Swedish railways fail to cope with growing population
Sweden− This clearly shows that investment in infrastructure in Sweden has been insufficient over the period, according to engineering consultant Anders Wiktorson.
Norwegians watch less TV
NorwayNorwegians are watching 22 minutes less television per day than last year, new figures show.
Sweden’s Inheritance Fund at risk: Audit urges overhaul to curb criminal abuse
SwedenMoney from Swedish estates ends up in the pockets of criminals.
Finland tightens residence permit rules
FinlandLanguage requirements in Finnish or Swedish will be introduced.
One in four Swedes over 60 feel lonely
SwedenLoneliness is associated with an increased risk of depression and suicidal thoughts.
NATO exercise Nordic Response 2024 begins
The NordicsInvolves 4500 Swedish soldiers, officers and civilian staff.
Swedish retirees most positive about NATO
SwedenThe military alliance is viewed more negatively by people with a foreign background.
Bank branch closures threaten rural Sweden
Sweden– It is laughable when banks say they are socially responsible, says Johan Grip, chief economist at Företagarna.
Finnish victim services under pressure
Finland76% of those seeking help and support were women.
Sweden to introduce school fruit subsidy
SwedenSchools receive financial compensation for distributing and teaching about fruits and vegetables during school hours.
Swedish defense industry soars amid global tensions
SwedenHundreds of new employees are hired, and factories run five shifts to produce weapons around the clock.
Climate council calls for meat tax in Denmark
DenmarkBelieves consumers should pay a carbon tax on beef.
62,000 people linked to criminal gangs in Sweden
Sweden14,000 gang members and 48,000 "accomplices", many of them minors.
Freemason becomes Swedish state media’s expert on “conspiracy theories”
SwedenA member of a secret society is supposed to teach viewers to resist disinformation and hidden messages.
Consolidating influence: Media giant Bonnier expands in Finland
FinlandAcquires Ostrobothnian media group HSS Media.
Teachers warn of violence in Stockholm primary schools
Sweden– There are threats ranging from 'I'll kill you' and 'I'll shoot you' to direct acts of violence, says Simon Sandström, the union's security officer.
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