Sweden"It is less of a problem to receive those who are like us", emphasises the new Foreign Minister, Maria Malmer Stenergard (M).
Macron calls for new world order
World"We must be imaginative enough to think about the peace of tomorrow, a peace in Europe in a new form", says Emmanuel Macron.
Report: Most Swedes use loans or leasing for car purchases
SwedenMost cars are financed by loans or private leasing.
The Swedish government launches AI inquiry
TechWill examine "the need for national adaptations" to the new EU AI regulation.
Northvolt faces pressure following toxic chemical leak
SwedenAccording to reports, staff repeatedly warned about the use of faulty machinery, with no noticeable response from management.
Chemicals may cause early puberty in girls
ScienceEndocrine disruptors are an important explanation for the worrying trend of earlier puberty, according to the researchers behind the study.
Two schools in Sweden licensed for distance learning
SwedenPalmbladskolan in Uppsala and Montessoriskolan Elyseum in Gothenburg can now teach their students at home.
More choose abortions for Down’s syndrome
The NordicsThe number of abortions related to Down's syndrome is increasing in the Nordic countries, according to statistics from the Finnish Institute of Health and Welfare.
Relatives and survivors of the Estonia disaster call for murder investigation
SwedenThey want to bring the bodies home for examination, despite the existing protection of the "sanctity of the grave".
Grand celebration of the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China at Stockholm concert hall
CultureIn addition to the Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra, Sweden's new Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, Benjamin Dousa, attended the event.
Discord rolls out encryption for both voice and video calls
TechUsers will be able to check whether their conversations are encrypted and confirm the identity of other participants in the conversation.
Spain condemns Israeli bombardment of Lebanon
WorldSpain condemned Israel's air strikes on Lebanon and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after hundreds were killed.
UN warns of escalation in Lebanon – risk of full-scale war
WorldThe UN Security Council urges the parties to act swiftly to prevent the conflict from spreading throughout the region.
Israel mass bombs targets in Lebanon – over 274 dead and 1000 injured
WorldAt least 21 children, 39 women and two paramedics were among those killed in the latest attacks on Hezbollah on Monday.
Norwegian chicken farm starts certified halal production
Norway"We want to make the chicken market accessible to more consumers", says Norsk Kylling.
Rapper charged with sex trafficking
WorldAmong other things, Sean "Diddy" Combs is accused of drugging victims and filming the abuse.
Volvo’s electric truck sales stall – invests heavily in combustion engines
TechVolvo sees hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines as an important part of the future of heavy transportation, with commercial launches planned before the end of the decade.
A vibrant garden day with special guests at Bäckaskog Castle
CultureThe garden day at Bäckaskog Castle offered everything from inspiring panel discussions to a wide range of exhibitors, along with the "flower king" Karl Fredrik's poetic readings.
Israel shuts down media channel Al-Jazeera in the West Bank
WorldSoldiers stormed into the channel's offices - spreading "untrue content" according to the occupying forces.
US analyst: Hypocrisy alert as US spends billions on global influence campaign against China
World"Somehow it’s a crime when Russia does it to us, but good 'information ops' when we want to discredit Beijing’s Belt & Road initiatives worldwide", writes Marcus Stanley at The Quincy Institute.
Excessive internet use on the rise among Finnish girls
Finland"It is difficult to say for sure why girls' excessive use of the Internet has increased significantly. One possible reason is that girls are using social media more".
District heating prices soar in Sweden
EconomyWhile the national average price increase is 15.2%, prices have risen by more than 30% in many municipalities.
After the pager attacks – Israel launches airstrikes against Lebanon
WorldTwo days after the devastating pager attacks in Lebanon, Israel launched airstrikes against southern Lebanon in what was described as a "new phase" in the conflict with Hezbollah.
Chinese hotels ban electric vehicles from parking garages
WorldIn the first half of 2023, electric vehicles accounted for more than 500 battery fires.