Sweden"It is a deterrent to war and a stabilizer", argues Defense Minister Pål Jonsson.
The Nordics
Sharp rise in youth violence in Oslo
NorwayMigrant youth are the majority of repeat offenders under 18.
Norwegian bank portrays AI-generated “Harald” as real in ad
NorwayPromise to use a "real customer" next time, says Sparebank 1 communications director Siv Stenseth
Swedish unemployment insurance membership at record high
SwedenMore than 3,932,000 Swedes are now members of the various unemployment insurance funds.
Sweden tops northern Europe in organized crime
SwedenThe level of organized crime in Sweden now rivals that of Southern Europe.
Prime Minister Kristersson: “Sweden is ready for NATO”
SwedenJens Stoltenberg believes that Sweden "meets all the requirements" and could soon become a member of the military alliance.
Cartoon of the week
Swedish Liberal Party MP wants “future without pregnancies”
SwedenBy means of artificial wombs, Joar Forssell hopes that women can "fully participate in the workforce".
More than 26,000 in Sweden despite deportation orders
SwedenAt least 8000 of them are wanted because they have gone underground and are hiding from the authorities.
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Major food retailer ICA initiates lab-grown meat pilot project
SwedenThe project includes exploring consumer attitudes towards lab-grown meat.
Many Swedish children in joint custody
SwedenOver 200,000 children live alternately with each parent, according to a new report from Statistics Sweden.
Venture capitalist: “Martial law may be needed in Sweden”
Sweden"The situation is so serious that I don't think we can rule out any measures", says Christer Gardell.
25% of Swedish workers experience direct health problems due to their work
Sweden1.2 million Swedes say they have suffered health problems because of their work in the past year.
ISIS returnees now working with Swedish children and youth
SwedenFought for the Caliphate - now they work as teachers, nannies and youth leaders.
Growing number of Swedes can’t afford food, warns City Mission
SwedenMany Swedes can no longer afford to put food on the table.
Former top military officer suspected of crimes against Sweden’s national security
SwedenArrested in a dawn raid along with his wife.
Norwegian nurse sued municipality – case now headed to appeals court
NorwayHamar municipality is accused of discriminating against employees who did not want to be injected with the covid vaccine.
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TechWe take the fight against corporate snooping, mass government surveillance and criminal phone tapping through firm open source principles and secure products.
Swedish authority proposes state-issued digital ID with biometric features
Sweden"It is natural for the state to be responsible for and ensure citizens' digital identity", says civil minister Erik Slottner.
Beloved Swedish artist Lars “Lasse” Berghagen passes away at 78
SwedenThe popular artist lived to be 78 years old.
Stricter requirements proposed for Finnish citizenship
FinlandWants to introduce a citizenship test and extend the requirements for residence time with a residence permit in the country.
Patrick was murdered for being Swedish
Sweden"Our brother is no longer with us. We are at a loss for words", say his siblings.
Immigrants in Denmark must work to receive social benefits
DenmarkTo be eligible for benefits, you must work at least 37 hours a week.
The Brussels terrorist lived in Gothenburg
SwedenThe illegal immigrant has also served time in Swedish prison for serious drug offenses.
Liberal journalist: “Sweden Democrats bears responsibility for terror threats”
Sweden"Who is responsible for the heightened security situation in Sweden? The same gang that benefits from pitting Muslims against 'Swedes'", argues Lina Stenberg.
One in two single parents cannot afford unexpected expenses
Sweden1.7 million Swedes cannot cope with an unexpected expense of SEK 13,000.
Finland
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