World“These 30 days - how will they be used? To continue forced mobilization in Ukraine? To receive more arms supplies? To train newly mobilized units?”
Swedish finance minister: European war economy is a positive thing
Sweden“We will need to borrow for a few years to quickly reach the levels needed", confirms Elisabeth Svantesson (M).
Swedish wages lowest in the Nordic region
The NordicsLarge pay gap among occupational groups such as caretakers, nurses and social workers.
Explosion in Gothenburg raises concern in Swedish football
SwedenThe police theory is that the explosion stems from an ongoing conflict between gang criminals and a player agency.
EU pours billions into South Africa’s green transition and vaccine production
World“In a moment of increased confrontation and competition, we must strengthen our partnership further", said EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Analysis: Is Russia at risk of becoming a vassal state to China?
WorldIvan Zuenko, senior research director at MGIMO University, says the two powers actually have great respect for each other's integrity and independence.
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Norway’s largest wind farm rejected in local vote
Norway70% of the residents of the Norwegian municipality of Modalen say no to the project.
Hungary moves to block foreign funding for media with new amendment
EuropeAt the same time, a legal amendment is proposed to establish that there are two genders in Hungary.
Sweden sends 18 Archer systems to Ukraine
SwedenIn addition to the eight artillery pieces previously sent, Sweden is also sending radar systems for artillery tracking.
How Russian pipeline operation cracked Ukrainian defense in Kursk
WorldRussian special units crawled 15 kilometers underground through a disused gas pipeline to cut off the Ukrainian forces in what was described as a turning point in the Kursk operation.
Former MEP: “EU leaders are brain dead”
Europe“Their media tells them what to hear and their industrial lobbyists are leading them on, particularly in the defense sector", says Irish left-wing politician Clare Daly.
Trump commends BlackRock’s deal to seize control of Panama Canal ports
WorldCapital giant takes control of Panama Ports Company in multi-billion dollar deal.
Swedish oligarch family Wallenberg expands influence as sixth generation joins key boards
SwedenSix younger members of the Swedish dynasty now take seats on the boards of the Wallenberg sphere.
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!
US imposes sanctions on Sweden-based criminal network
WorldThe new sanctions specifically target the network and the wanted leader Rawa Majid.
Swedish entrepreneur Carl Lundström dead in plane crash
SwedenThe free-speaking heir to Wasabröd was most recognized for his support of The Pirate Bay.
Iceland braces for possible new volcanic eruptions
IcelandIncreased seismic activity has been recorded on the Reykjanes Peninsula in recent days.
New US steel tariffs in force – EU responds with countermeasures
EconomyEU leaders estimate that new tariffs will cost the US €26 billion.
Danish PM: Prolonged war may be preferable to peace in Ukraine
DenmarkMette Frederiksen is "very concerned" that a peace agreement will become a reality in Ukraine.
Swedish government: “We will act decisively in the next pandemic”
SwedenThe Swedish Minister for Health and Social Affairs, Jakob Forssmed, says Swedes must prepare for new “pandemics” and promises that next time the authorities will act more “decisively”.
US calls for ceasefire after Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia
WorldAt the same time, US support in the Ukraine war resumes.
Danes relieved as pro-Denmark Demokraatit wins Greenland election
DenmarkElection winner Jens-Frederik Nielsen rejects US ambitions to take control of the island.
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