SwedenDon't have to serve time for buying sex, guns, and drugs - as long as they're convicted of more serious crimes.
Trump: “Netanyahu deserves criticism for October 7”
WorldOct. 7 should have never happened. Everything was there to stop that. And a lot of people knew about it, declares the presidential candidate.
Significant Russian advances in Ukraine
WorldConsidered the greatest Russian success since 2022. Zelensky calls on Western countries to increase arms deliveries.
Astra Zeneca acknowledges serious side effects
HealthThe pharmaceutical giant admits that its Covid vaccine can cause blood clots.
Foreign investors becoming “nervous Nellies”: Carlyle Thayer on Vietnam’s deepening political turmoil
AnalysisIn the first installment of an exclusive TNT series, Emeritus Professor Carlyle Thayer from The University of New South Wales explores Vietnam's anti-corruption initiatives and their impact on politics, the economy, foreign investment, and global image.
Record number of Danes affected by diabetes
HealthA "frightening development", says Tanja Thybo, head of research at the Danish Diabetes Association.
Iraq criminalizes homosexual relations
WorldAnyone who engages in same-sex relations now faces up to fifteen years in prison.
Information war: Russia may block Wikipedia
WorldRussian representatives point to articles about VPN services that can be used to circumvent government censorship.
New York University suspends protesting students
World"This disgusting intimidation means nothing compared to the deaths of over 34,000 Palestinians", the students comment.
The Nordic festival of Walpurgis Night
CultureToday, the pre-Christian festival in which light triumphs over darkness is celebrated in the Nordic countries.
Minsk reveals alleged EU plan to attack Belarus
Europe"The radicals are producing combat drones to deliver strikes on critical sites in Belarus", according to the country's top security official, Ivan Tertel.
Isa – The rune of ice
CultureDiscover the rune associated with death - but also with incarnation and materialization.
Finnish high school encourages pen and paper
Finland"The idea is to create an opportunity to get away from the screens", says teacher Martin Nugent.
Comment: Double standards as US accuses China of supporting Russia
WorldJenny Piper: When it comes to Washington and favoring the military-industrial complex, it's all about the silk gloves.
Netanyahu: “US must stop pro-Palestinian protests”
WorldIsraeli leaders say the US has been subjected to "an antisemitic surge" which has to be "condemned unequivocally".
Archaeological finds at Botkyrka raise questions about Sweden’s Christian heritage
CultureExciting archaeological discoveries were made during the renovation of the Botkyrka church.
Comedian on the new ‘hate crime’ law: “Maybe I should simply turn myself in”
Culture"For comedians it's a wonderful opportunity to get yourself arrested and get written about", says Al Murray, commenting on Scotland's new 'hate legislation'.
US Israel lobby to push out critical politicians
WorldSpent an estimated $100 million fighting and smearing politicians perceived as pro-Palestinian.
New EU directive strengthens repair rights
EuropeWill force manufacturers to repair products, with or without warranty.
Orbán: “Soon NATO countries will fight against Russia”
World"Brussels is playing with fire and angering God", said the Hungarian prime minister.
Rare lunar phenomena linked to Stonehenge
CultureBritish scientists now plan to document the moon's light patterns on the prehistoric monument.
Despite inflation – Swedish drug prices at record lows
SwedenWhile many major product categories have skyrocketed in price in recent years, several types of drugs have become cheaper.
Fewer Americans can write with pen and paper
WorldResearchers warn that the loss of handwriting skills could lead to a decline in IQ.
Nauthiz – The rune of fate
CultureDiscover the rune of inevitability - the rune of the powerful Norns.