SwedenYoung people's political attitudes have changed significantly over the past two years, according to the latest Youth Barometer report.
The Nordics
Norway and Sweden at odds over UN funding
The NordicsSweden suspends all funding to UNRWA while Norway appeals to the world not to "collectively punish two million people".
Ruthless companies ‘compete’ for Norwegian anti-prize
NorwayAccused of exploiting young people's insecurities, Meta and Shein are nominated for this year's 'Golden Barbie' award.
Work-related fatalities increase in 2023
SwedenThe number of reported occupational accidents in Swedish workplaces also increased by 14% compared with the previous year.
Lund University employees allege harassment over Palestine advocacy
SwedenStudents at Lund University who have taken a stand for Palestine report being harassed.
More Swedish municipalities receive grants for ‘drop-outs’
SwedenThe Swedish Police Authority has allocated SEK 72 million for so-called "drop-out activities" for gang members who want to leave their criminal past behind.
Major Swedish trade union’s chief lawyer for 10 years lacked law degree
Sweden"He built his career on a lie", thunders the IF Metall's newspaper Dagens Arbete.
Israeli ambassador: “Swedish artists reward Hamas”
SwedenThe fact that 1000 Swedish artists are calling for Israel to be excluded from the Eurovision Song Contest does not sit well with Ambassador Ziv Nevo Kulman.
First ‘non-binary’ priest ordained in Norway
NorwayAlex Ramstad Døsvik hopes to help the Norwegian church "accommodate more diversity".
1000 Swedish artists: “Throw Israel out of Eurovision”
Sweden"10,000 dead children and a genocide investigation means it is no longer a political issue. It is a moral issue", says popular singer Eric Saade.
Sweden Democrat leader Jimmie Åkesson on ‘secret’ visit to Israel
SwedenWants to "deepen" relations with the Netanyahu government and support Israel during the current war.
Stubb and Haavisto advance in Finnish presidential election
Finland– We made it to the finals! But you know what, the battle has only just begun, exclaims liberal-conservative candidate Alexander Stubb.
Pierre Schori: “Insane Swedish NATO process”
SwedenThe former UN ambassador describes it as a "process of humiliation" in which Sweden kowtowed to Erdogan's pressure.
Police officers threatened in their free time
Sweden11% of Swedish police officers have experienced threats, violence or harassment in their free time in the past year.
127 Swedish government agencies hit by cyber attack
SwedenThe Defense Intelligence Agency and the Psychological Defense Agency are among those affected.
Rising crime rate in Sweden
SwedenMore than 1.5 million crimes were reported in Sweden last year.
Globalist network member to host Swedish state television show
SwedenTove Lifvendahl's membership in the influential Trilateral Commission is not mentioned by the state broadcaster.
Swedish state media SVT: “Dangerous for democracy when the people vote wrong”
Sweden– We have seen an increasing number of populist leaders coming to power through democratic elections and then dismantling democratic institutions, state media "expert" warns.
Honor and relationship violence among young Swedes on the rise
SwedenOne in three 15-year-olds in Sweden has experienced some form of domestic violence, according to a new report.
Over 100,000 Swedish residence permits issued in 2023
SwedenThe most common reasons for immigration are for work and family reasons.
Norwegian ministers accused of plagiarizing
NorwaySandra Borch, Minister for Research and Higher Education, is forced to resign and Ingvild Kjerkol, Minister for Health, is heavily criticized.
Police extend drone surveillance over Stockholm
Sweden– The police are making sweeping assessments that cover large areas where many innocent people who are not committing crimes live, says attorney Peter Hellman.
Personal robberies soar in Finland
FinlandThere were 2,800 reports of robberies - an increase of 18% in just one year.
Norwegian teens’ rising use of energy drinks worries health officials
NorwayCommonly consumed by 13-year-olds.