SwedenFollowing Israel's bombardment of Gaza, Sweden is said to have been hit by "raw and unadulterated anti-Semitism", says Ulf Kristersson.
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New media subsidy policy could lead to death of newspapers
SwedenMedia diversity in Sweden now depends on the good will of the Media Support Board, warns Swedish Journalists' Association president.
Swedish police officers testify to culture of silence
Sweden"Yes men" are rewarded, according to a study of the police's internal culture at University West.
US gains access to Swedish military bases under new agreement
SwedenThe Kristersson government signs an agreement allowing the US to store weapons and station military personnel on Swedish soil.
Trelleborg seeks exemption from new EU daily rest requirements
SwedenNecessary to staff the emergency services in the Swedish municipality.
Swedish government pledge: Tripling nuclear power
SwedenSweden is one of 20 countries pledging to triple nuclear energy at the COP28 meeting.
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The Sweden Democrats want to map Islamism
SwedenSuch mapping may be legally impossible, according to legal expert Victoria Enkvist at Uppsala University.
Sweden Democrat leader Jimmy Åkesson: “Tear down Islamist mosques”
Sweden"I am not targeting Muslims – I am targeting Islamism and Islamists", he points out.
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Tesla sues Swedish Transport Agency and PostNord
SwedenThe American electric car company calls PostNord's actions "almost system-threatening".
Parliamentary Ombudsman: “Illegal to routinely search prisoners”
SwedenCalls on the Swedish prison service to "review its instructions and procedures".
Convicted climate activist avoids punishment
Sweden"It is a matter of acute emergency, and therefore it is obviously inappropriate to impose a penalty", writes the Stockholm District Court.
High salary for new national police commissioner
SwedenPetra Lundh's new monthly salary will be SEK 188,000 or about 17,500 euros.
Swedish government opens for revocation of citizenship
Sweden"Legally possible" - even if the criminals become stateless, according to Swedish justice minister Gunnar Strömmer.
Reduced support for arming Ukraine
SwedenHowever, a large majority of Swedes want to continue supporting the country militarily, according to an EU survey.
The Swedish government wants to deport more people
Sweden"Step by step, the promised paradigm shift in Swedish migration policy is now being implemented", the migration minister promises.
Swedish police call for help in identifying suspects after Easter riots
SwedenPictures of 51 wanted persons have been published on the police website.
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Stockholm bike lanes widened for 50 million – need to be redone
Sweden"I don't see it as a waste of money", says former Transport Mayor Daniel Helldén.
Swedish doctors receive millions from drug companies
SwedenMore than 100 million SEK ended up in the pockets of doctors and healthcare professionals last year alone, according to industry association Lif.
Court of appeal president Petra Lundh becomes Sweden’s new national police chief
SwedenThe government hopes that the police will become more visible and effective under Petra Lundh's leadership.
Swedish government inquiry: “Make it easier to vaccinate children during future pandemics”
Sweden"There is no doubt that this will happen again, whether in a year's time or in eleven years' time", the investigator claims.
Sweden’s social affairs minister dodges questions about his vaccination status
SwedenAwkward atmosphere at the government's press conference when Jakob Forssmed refused to say how many injections he has taken.
Sweden Democrats as big as Swedish ruling parties combined
SwedenThe Liberals and the Christian Democrats would have left the parliament if an election had been held today.
Integration Minister: Immigrants to take ‘Sweden course’ to get benefits
SwedenAsylum seekers will have to take a course on topics such as "freedom of expression" and "gender equality" in order to qualify for grants, according to government plans.
“Miss Filth” to participate in Melodifestivalen 2024
SwedenThe artist is known for songs like "Ride me like a Dalecarlian horse" and "Strip in your living room".
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