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Swedish study: Violent offenders repeatedly relapse into crime
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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.
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EU’s new regulations threaten the future of wood-burning stoves
Europe“The proposal now on the table is a direct threat to Swedish interests”, says Beatrice Timgren (SD).
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Violent bullfighting banned in Mexico City
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EU grants hundreds of millions to gender ideology organizations
Europe“NGOs use EU funding to pressure national governments into adopting gender identity laws, bypassing national sovereignty", writes sociologist Ashley Frawley.
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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.
Tesla owners targeted and subjected to attacks
WorldAttorney General Pamela Bondi believes the attacks should be classified as “domestic terrorism” and promises to punish those responsible.
Hungary bans Pride – new law restricts LGBTQ events
Europe“We won’t let woke ideology endanger our kids", Viktor Orbán asserts.
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 e-identification Freja goes global
TechFreja expands - offers international e-identification without the need for a Swedish personal identity number.
Poland and Baltic States withdraw from anti-personnel mine ban treaty
World“With this decision, we are sending a clear message: Our countries are prepared and can use every necessary measure to defend our territory and freedom", it stated.
Teuton Systems offers smart privacy-focused technology – without compromise
TechWe take the fight against corporate snooping, mass government surveillance and criminal phone tapping through firm open source principles and secure products.
Russian goods gain popularity in China
Economy“The best seller is Russian honey, it's a big hit", says a shop assistant in Beijing.
After Israeli bombings – Jewish Power returns to Netanyahu government
WorldItamar Ben-Gvir “welcomes the return of the State of Israel, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to intense fighting”.
Sweden to abolish burnout diagnosis under new WHO guidelines
Health“This change puts the clinical picture on the table and forces us to act and think differently", says researcher and psychologist Elin Lindsäter.
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".
EU pledges billions in aid to jihadist regime in Syria
WorldShortly after reports of purges and massacres of minorities, EU leaders approve a €2.5 billion aid package.
Trump withdraws Hunter Biden’s Secret Service protection
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MMA star: “Illegal immigration is running ravage on Ireland”
EuropeConor McGregor warns that in many places ethnic Irish have become “a minority in their own communities” and that the government “has failed the people of Ireland”.
French MEP wants to “take back” the Statue of Liberty
WorldThe US has “chosen to side with tyrants”, argues Raphael Glucksmann - and so the giant statue should be returned to France after 140 years in American hands.
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