Sweden“The fact that we have 25% coming into adulthood who are basically functionally illiterate is a big problem”.
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Sweden plans to restrict new citizenships “to the extent possible”
SwedenThe government is criticized for the lack of concrete measures, and it is unclear whether there will actually be any significant difference compared to the past.
Swedish prisoners could be sent to Estonia
SwedenSwedish prisoners can be sent to Estonia instead - and there seem to be big savings to be made in such an arrangement.
Swedish researcher: Evidence points to deliberate mass killings in Gaza
SwedenPeace researcher Lisa Hultman states that Israel's violence against Gaza civilians is extreme and likely deliberate.
Swedish MP pushes for accountability on mRNA vaccine risks
SwedenElsa Widding calls on the government to investigate the negative health effects of mRNA vaccines and to stop the use of the technology until this is clarified.
84-year-old Swedish woman raped by home care staff: “Municipality didn’t care”
Sweden“I would feel that I still have my human dignity if they had just apologized", says the victim.
Anonymous person donates record Viking treasure in Sweden
HistoryThe treasure is the largest ever found in the county of Jönköping.
Swedish researcher: “Do we want to start a world war before we negotiate?”
Sweden“The Swedish people have been fed the idea that the West must and can 'win' over Russia - without any sharp counter-questions about what is meant by victory”.
Swedish MP: “What’s wrong with our defense minister?”
Sweden“Unless Pål Jonson immediately stops his destructive agenda, we may soon be able to add a bombed-out Sweden to the list”.
Swedish public employees do not have to report illegal immigrants
SwedenSocial services, schools and healthcare workers do not have to report illegal migrants to the police, according to a government report.
Swedish parties call for action against Israel after arrest warrant for Netanyahu
SwedenThe Social Democrats are calling for a freeze on trade agreements with Israel and an increase in sanctions against illegal settlers.
Defense Minister Pål Jonson: “Ukraine is Sweden’s top security priority”
SwedenSweden continues to increase its military assistance to Kiev and finances the production of Ukrainian long-range weapons.
Sweden Democrats call for complete halt to citizenship applications
Sweden“Swedish citizenship should not be something that is handed out to just anyone, but should be reserved for people with a genuine love for our country”.
Swedish authorities warn of nuclear armageddon
SwedenMSB leaflet urges Swedes to prepare for nuclear war, "extreme weather" - and influence campaigns.
Swedish preschools ban cell phones after pedophile scandals
SwedenFollowing a number of high-profile cases of preschool staff surreptitiously photographing children, many preschools have introduced mobile phone bans.
Soaring utility fees put pressure on Swedish households
Economy"These are unavoidable costs on monopoly-like markets".
Swedish police solve more murders
Sweden“We see that we are arresting more people, preventing more acts of violence... This is a development we are proud of, but we are far from finished”, says Johan Olsson, head of the National Operations Division.
After decades of mass immigration: Social Democrats want “strict Swedish migration policy”
SwedenAt the same time, it promises an "even distribution of new arrivals across the country" and an additional focus on "efforts to combat racism and discrimination.
Popular Swedish actor Allan Svensson passes away at 73
CultureKnown from some of the most classic Swedish TV series of the 90s, such as "Svensson, Svensson".
Too much free speech on X – Major Swedish newspaper DN leaves platform
TechEditor-in-chief Peter Wolodarski complains that "the climate on X has become more harsh and extreme" since Elon Musk took over.
Christian Democrats want stricter voting rules for immigrants in Sweden
Sweden“We allow people to vote in municipal elections quite easily. It can flip a majority in an entire municipality", argues Ebba Busch.
Soaring rent hikes in Sweden threaten to leave families homeless
Sweden“Can't eat my fill and can't go to the dentist. The pain threshold has been reached. Already having to cut back on food and essential care”, reads one of many testimonies.
Sweden invests heavily in air defense missiles
SwedenSweden, along with several other NATO countries, will spend €5.2 billion on 1,000 missiles for the Patriot air defense system.
Swedish Teachers’ Union warns: Our students can’t read
SwedenNot even students in prestigious university programs are able to manage reading their course materials anymore.