DenmarkA special committee is tasked with planning the creation and placement of more female statues.
The Nordics
More Swedish children call Bris helpline – worried about school, self-harm, violence
SwedenMany of the conversations were about gang crime and how the children were worried about their own lives or the safety of their family members.
New national stadium planned in Iceland
IcelandThe goal is to host the men's handball world championship in 2029 or 2031.
Icelandic politicians back euthanasia bill
IcelandKatrín Sigríður J. Steingrímsdóttir of the Progressive Party describes the issue of assisted suicide for the terminally ill as "a matter of the heart".
Finnish government plans to tax electric cars more heavily
Finland– The taxation of electricity needs to be reviewed. Those who drive electric cars will be taxed more in the future, says Finland's finance minister Riikka Purra.
Denmark introduces military service for women
Denmark– This means that all young people - regardless of gender - must be called up on National Defense Day and perform their military service under the same conditions, says Danish PM Mette Frederiksen.
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Migrants cause chaos in Iceland’s parliament
IcelandOne of the men climbed over the railing of the platform and threatened to jump into the house chamber.
Sweden to bring “gender equality perspective” to NATO
Sweden– It is important that the top management supports the gender equality work in NATO, emphasizes the head of the Swedish Gender Equality Agency.
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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.
“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.
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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.
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