WorldCreates increased suspicion around the microstate's economic control systems.
AI bots becoming Swedes’ psychologists
Sweden"People say it's their best friend and best advisor".
German left-wing newspaper files police report against its own interviewee
EuropeThe editorial leadership became so dismayed by the AfD candidate's views that they not only censored the interview – but also reported him to the authorities.
Bitcoin hits new record – market value surpasses Google
EconomyThe cryptocurrency reached a historic peak of over $124,000 during Wednesday evening, making bitcoin the fifth largest asset in the world.
Corruption scandal shakes Poland: EU billions to swingers club and vodka bars
WorldThe revelation is described by the opposition as "one of the biggest scandals since 1989".
Greece tightens controls with ankle monitors for rejected asylum seekers
EuropeMandatory prison sentences await those who refuse to leave the country after deportation orders.
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Israel wants to expel Palestinians to Africa
WorldDiscussions are ongoing between Tel Aviv and South Sudan about relocating Gaza's population to the war and famine-stricken country in East Africa.
Nvidia and AMD to pay 15 percent of China revenues to US
EconomyMajor chip manufacturers have entered into an unusual agreement with the Trump administration to secure export licenses for the Chinese market.
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Unemployment continues to rise in Sweden
Sweden"Uncertainty in the global environment dampens both consumption and investments", assesses Lars Lindvall, chief forecaster at The Swedish Public Employment Service.
Duplantis breaks world record yet again
SportIt is the Swedish athletics star’s 13th world-record jump.
Swedish banks urged to take responsibility for failing cash system
EconomyOne in four Swedish ATMs has been out of service in recent months.
Trump deploys National Guard to “liberate” Washington
World"Our capital has been overtaken by bloodthirsty criminals and drugged-out maniacs", the president proclaims.
Chinese “pop-up houses” now available on Walmart and Amazon
WorldFrom approximately €14,000 you can get a portable house that can be packed down to "container size" for transport.
Swedes increasingly negative towards Israel – even among right-leaning voters
SwedenSwedish Democrats' voters stand out.
Comet from another solar system approaches Earth
ScienceIn September, 3I/Atlas may become visible to amateur telescopes.
Vance: Americans are fed up with paying for the Ukraine war
WorldThe Vice President says that the US will no longer finance Ukraine's military, but that the EU is welcome to continue delivering American weapons.
Organic Maps – the map app that doesn’t map you
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Sweden launches leisure card subsidy for children’s activities
SportThe Leisure Card will be introduced in September and is intended to give more children an active leisure time.
Trump and Putin in Alaska – peace agreement or continued war?
WorldThe EU wants to increase pressure on Russia, Zelensky refuses to give up territory and a Russian negotiator warns of sabotage.
Top Swedish official’s lost secret files involved US talks on NATO bid
SwedenSecurity documents missing in Landerholm case – Swedish government under pressure.
Five journalists killed in Israeli attack
WorldIsrael admits that the bombing was intentional – but claims that reporter Anas al-Sharif, who was killed in the attack, led a Hamas cell.
Trump to clear Washington of homeless and criminals
World"The Homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY. We will give you places to stay, but FAR from the Capital", the president announces.
Radioactive method ready for use against poaching
EnvironmentBy making both smuggling and consumption more difficult, authorities aim to put a stop to the lucrative trade in rhinoceros horn.
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists arrested in London
World“I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action” – the words that led the police to arrest hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists in central London.
Smotrich: Netanyahu cannot win the war
World"A war should be fought to win, to the end - even if it carries heavy costs", declares the leader of the Religious Zionist Party.
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