Science“This further supports the notion that antibiotics should be administered in a responsible manner”, says Björn Schröder at Umeå University.
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”.
Nordic report calls for clearer laws on AI-porn
The NordicsIceland and Denmark are at the forefront in this area, while Sweden and Norway lack legislative clarity, according to the report.
Putin reacts to Biden’s escalation by testing new hypersonic missile
WorldIt can reach speeds of up to Mach 10 and is described as almost impossible to stop with current air defense systems.
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More volcanic eruptions in Iceland as tourists defy warnings
IcelandDespite barriers, tourists have walked right up to the edge of the lava.
Jaguar’s new brand profile mocked: “Woke and pretentious”
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Only three in ten Finns have confidence in their government
FinlandMany Finns have a gloomy view of the future, predicting increased poverty, more polarization and deteriorating health care.
Meta lifts ban on military use of AI
TechLockheed Martin, Booz Allen Hamilton and Palantir Technologies are some of the military companies that can now also use the tech giant's technology.
Retired military leader calls for Biden’s impeachment
World“We must stop the madness before WWIII is irreversible”, pleads Michael Flynn.
ICC issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu
World"The ICC is engaged in anti-Semitism", laments Benjamin Netanyahu, dismissing the court's arrest warrant.
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.
Duct-taped banana could sell for millions
Culture“What you are buying is not the banana itself, but a certificate granting permission to reproduce it and the duct tape on their wall", says the art director.
Severed Baltic Sea communication cables prompt sabotage investigations
The Nordics“When a cable breaks, it raises questions as to why it happened [and] who might have a motive to do something like this”, says Tapio Frantti.
Teuton Systems offers smart privacy-focused technology – without compromise
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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.
New Zealand apologizes for abuse in state prisons
World200,000 children and adults were subjected to torture, mock executions and sexual abuse.
Crown princess’s son arrested on rape charges
Norway"Several of his former girlfriends have come forward to say they have also experienced threats and harassment".
US military leaders could be charged with treason
World"These generals lied. They mismanaged. They violated their oath. They failed. They disgraced our troops, and our nation".
USA: Ukraine must send more soldiers to the front
World"Ukraine needs to do more", says Biden's national security adviser, Jake Sullivan.
Danish farmers forced to pay carbon tax
Denmark"We will be the first country in the world to introduce a carbon tax on agriculture", says climate and energy minister Lars Aagaard.
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