Economy"There is a strategic advantage to being among the first nations to create a strategic bitcoin reserve".
Researchers on Sweden’s NATO accession: “Great irony”
SwedenLast year, NATO membership was said to make Sweden stronger and safer - today there are many ambiguities and the future of the military pact seems very uncertain.
Sweden’s foreign minister bought shares in defense firm amid billion-dollar deal
SwedenMaria Malmer Stenergard (M) denies having done anything wrong – but is reprimanded by professor of civil law.
Vlaardingerbroek: EU bureaucrats have completely lost their minds
EuropeThe Dutch commentator points out that the EU elite seems completely uninterested in any form of peace agreement and is escalating the conflict with €800 billion of our tax money.
Sweden deploys fighter jets to Poland: “Contributes to NATO’s deterrence”
Europe“The focus is and remains on strengthening Ukraine through military, political and civilian support”, says Liberal Party deputy leader Fredrik Malm.
Stop your apps secretly talking to each other!
TechNaomi Brockwell: We don’t know how someone might use information about our installed apps, so we might not want to hand over that information willy-nilly.
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Swedish politician calls for boycott of US goods
SwedenSkinnskatteberg's vice-chairman of the municipal council wants to “send a clear signal to American actors like Donald Trump, JD Vance and Elon Musk”.
ICA CEO on price hikes: “We’re doing everything to help”
EconomyICA Sweden made a gross profit of €2.4 billion last year - while reports warn that many Swedes can no longer afford to eat their fill.
Organic Maps – the map app that doesn’t map you
TechTired of Google Maps tracking you? Here's the free alternative that lets you navigate completely offline!
Cougars adapt their circadian rhythm to cope with human presence
EnvironmentCougars in densely populated areas adapted by becoming more nocturnal, a US study shows.
Mental health crisis deepens in Swedish schools
HealthDeaths from substance abuse and suicide have also increased among young people.
Von der Leyen: EU citizens must be “vaccinated” against disinformation
EuropeCalled for new "European democracy shield" at Copenhagen conference.
US ships 35,000 bombs to Israel
WorldThe Trump administration states that it is “vital to US national interests” to continue arms deliveries to Tel Aviv.
US halts intelligence sharing with Ukraine – urges peace efforts
World“We are pausing, assessing, looking at everything across our security relationship", confirmed National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
Swedish Armed Forces seek freedom for costly purchases without government approval
SwedenWants a mandate to buy unlimited amounts of “bulk material” without politicians' interference.
Criminal networks target elderly Swedes
Sweden"Do not let strangers into your home", warns the police, who have seen a clear increase in fraud targeting the elderly.
Swedish government backs EU’s multi-billion military expansion
SwedenUlf Kristersson's government fully supports the proposal to invest €800 billion in the EU's military build-up.
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.
UK climate proposal: Less meat and more expensive flights
EuropeCitizens need to eat two fewer meat dishes a week, says the climate advisory body CCC.
Finland withdraws sugar tax
FinlandThe Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare criticizes the government's decision and stresses the importance of promoting “the health and well-being of citizens by controlling consumption”.
Brazil bans Rumble – accused of political censorship
TechControversial Supreme Court judge de Moraes in new attack on social media platforms in the country
BRIS helpline warns: Swedish children worry about gang crime
Sweden“Children should not be shown clips of fatal shootings, recruited to commit violent crimes, subjected to abuse or fed unhealthy ideals”.
Reports: US in secret talks to restart Nord Stream 2
WorldAccording to the report, the deal will bring economic benefits to the US if gas flows resume.
Swedish taxpayers expected to shoulder cost of USAID cuts
SwedenMinister for International Development Cooperation Benjamin Dousa (M) promises that the government is ready to reallocate Swedish aid to areas where US funding has ceased.
Food prices keep rising – Swedes urged to boycott
SwedenSwedes urged to boycott grocery stores from March 17-23 to protest soaring food prices.
EU leaders push for €800 billion military buildup: “An era of rearmament”
Europe“With this equipment, member states can massively step up their support to Ukraine”, said Ursula von der Leyen.
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