SwedenMore and more home care recipients over 65 in Sweden have alcohol problems.
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Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson reported to police for child trafficking
SwedenA report regarding suspected human trafficking and serious document forgery has been filed by criminologist and former criminal investigator Jenny Rogneby.
Wave of home burglaries hits southern Sweden
SwedenUnusually high number of home burglaries in July – up to 50 cases have been reported to police.
Swedish minister condemns Israel’s annexation plans for Gaza
Sweden"We strongly condemn any potential plans to annex Palestinian territory", says Swedish Development Aid Minister Benjamin Dousa.
Only one ambulance on duty in central Stockholm
Sweden"I would say it has never been as bad as it is now, not even during the pandemic", according to the chief safety representative for ambulance services.
Sweden Democrats’ “Sweden House” proposal now under government review
SwedenThe Swedish government is now tasking the National Board of Housing with developing proposals for type-approved small houses that can be built without building permits.
Sweden discovers strategic metals crucial for future technologies
SwedenThe deposit is estimated to be the largest of its kind within the EU - containing over 2.2 million tons of rare earth metals.
Five explosions reported in Malmö over the past week
SwedenMalmö, Sweden continues to be severely affected by explosive violence and police see a clear escalation.
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Sweden: Over 900 convicted individuals evade prison sentences
SwedenA survey by Swedish news agency Siren shows that wanted criminals are present in half of the country's municipalities.
Swedish climate extremists who blocked ambulance acquitted by Supreme Court
SwedenNot a threat to vital societal interests to demonstrate on the highway during rush hour, rules Sweden's Supreme Court.
Green Party economist: Good that fewer children are born in Sweden
SwedenPolitical measures to boost birth rates are "misguided", writes Swedish Green Party politician Lennart Olsen in the country’s largest daily.
Sweden’s Christian Democrats call for tax relief for families with children
SwedenHungary's nativity policy could serve as a model.
Almost total halt for imported berry pickers in Sweden
SwedenFrom over 5,000 applications approved by the Migration Agency in 2023 to fewer than 100 this year.
Swedish government to map immigrants’ opinions
Sweden"The results will serve as guidance for future integration effort", says the new integration minister Simona Mohamsson about the project.
Fewer shootings in Sweden — but bomb attacks have doubled
Sweden"We've noticed that criminal groups have shifted their methods and carried out more bombings during winter and spring".
“Floating Pentagon” makes its presence known in Stockholm
SwedenDespite reports of de-escalation in Europe, the commander of the American command ship has no plans to leave the region.
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Swedish mother on the population crisis: “Children are seen as troublesome”
SwedenAnna Björklund argues that our constant screen use has led us to view children as disruptive elements that many people prefer to avoid.
Sweden now free of battery cages for hens
Sweden"This is clear evidence that long-term and persistent advocacy work makes a difference", says Benny Andersson, Secretary General of Djurens Rätt.
Sweden faces declining birth rates – government launches inquiry into causes
SwedenSwedish Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed points out that today's dating culture often leads to casual relationships – and rarely results in family formation.
Swedish government investigator sees no need for national ban on begging
SwedenFormer Swedish Supreme Court Justice Krister Thelin nevertheless proposes that begging should be criminalized - in accordance with the government's directive.
Soaring weapons prices risk consuming Sweden’s NATO buildup
SwedenAs much of the world increases military spending, the arms industry is taking the opportunity to drive up prices.
Hundreds of gang members control Swedish crime from abroad
SwedenWhen gang leaders flee to Turkey or Dubai, Swedish police are forced to build new international partnerships.
Watchdog: Swedish food prices higher than justified
SwedenPoints to lack of competition as main cause behind price increases.
Former Swedish politician convicted of sexual harassment of minor – avoids prison
SwedenThe district court dismisses the former Center Party top's explanation that he did not understand he was masturbating in front of a child.