Denmark"President Donald Trump is serious and means business. He wants Greenland", warns the Danish Prime Minister.
The Nordics
Lise: “I followed the authorities’ advice – it cost me two years of my life”
Norway– My fever rose above 40 degrees, my body burned internally and I screamed in pain: 'This is what it feels like to die', says Norwegian journalist Lise Sørensen.
Fewer young Swedes use condoms
SwedenThe same trend is visible throughout the Nordic region and RFSU wants to see greater efforts to help young people understand the importance of protecting themselves and their partners.
Northvolt prioritized non-European workers – now they may all be deported
SwedenHas systematically imported labor from the third world. At the battery factory in Skellefteå, just over one in three employees comes from outside the EU.
Swedish murderer sentenced with the help of new technology
SwedenThanks to new DNA technology, a 23-year-old who was previously acquitted in the district court has now been convicted of a murder in Eskilstuna in 2018.
Swedish state TV professor: Children make us unhappy
SwedenParents are happier drinking alcohol or watching football than spending time with their children, says Erik Angner.
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Swedish PM: “Appalling” that Hungary blocks Ukrainian EU membership
Sweden“Hungary has essentially promised to throw a wrench in the works of this process, and we find that appalling”, said the Swedish Prime Minister.
Swedish study: Violent offenders repeatedly relapse into crime
SwedenMore often than not, men imprisoned for violent or sexual crimes continue their criminal career after serving their sentence.
Finland’s President: “Militarize Ukraine to its teeth”
Finland“It’s very important now to get a message from Europe that the military, political and economic support continues”, declared Alexander Stubb.
Finns remain the happiest people in the world
The Nordics“Finnish society is very flexible when it comes to life transitions. This is one of the keys to a happy life", say researchers.
Swedish food retail in few hands – ICA and Axfood dominate
Economy“It is incredibly difficult for smaller players to break into the market", says Jörgensen, pointing out that a lack of competition risks leading to higher prices.
Swedish oligarch condemns boycott against food giants
Sweden“It’s not individual grocery stores that have created this situation. It’s crop failures, inflation, and more. The same situation exists across Europe”, says Jacob Wallenberg.
LEGO announces collaboration with Pokémon
DenmarkPokémon LEGO kits will be released on the market next year.
Swedish Government: Private care companies sell ADHD diagnoses
SwedenIn just a few years, the proportion of children diagnosed with ADHD has increased by 50%, and Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed believes that unscrupulous healthcare providers are "selling diagnoses for money".
Rising medicine costs for Swedes – government blames “aging population”
SwedenCo-payments for prescription medicines will increase by 30% this summer - a decision that is expected to hit many sick and poor pensioners hard.
Swedish finance minister: European war economy is a positive thing
Sweden“We will need to borrow for a few years to quickly reach the levels needed", confirms Elisabeth Svantesson (M).
Swedish wages lowest in the Nordic region
The NordicsLarge pay gap among occupational groups such as caretakers, nurses and social workers.
Explosion in Gothenburg raises concern in Swedish football
SwedenThe police theory is that the explosion stems from an ongoing conflict between gang criminals and a player agency.
Norway’s largest wind farm rejected in local vote
Norway70% of the residents of the Norwegian municipality of Modalen say no to the project.
Sweden sends 18 Archer systems to Ukraine
SwedenIn addition to the eight artillery pieces previously sent, Sweden is also sending radar systems for artillery tracking.
Swedish oligarch family Wallenberg expands influence as sixth generation joins key boards
SwedenSix younger members of the Swedish dynasty now take seats on the boards of the Wallenberg sphere.
Swedish entrepreneur Carl Lundström dead in plane crash
SwedenThe free-speaking heir to Wasabröd was most recognized for his support of The Pirate Bay.
Iceland braces for possible new volcanic eruptions
IcelandIncreased seismic activity has been recorded on the Reykjanes Peninsula in recent days.
Danish PM: Prolonged war may be preferable to peace in Ukraine
DenmarkMette Frederiksen is "very concerned" that a peace agreement will become a reality in Ukraine.
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