HealthJunk food greatly increases the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, as well as anxiety and mental disorders.
Sweden’s Inheritance Fund at risk: Audit urges overhaul to curb criminal abuse
SwedenMoney from Swedish estates ends up in the pockets of criminals.
Finland tightens residence permit rules
FinlandLanguage requirements in Finnish or Swedish will be introduced.
Unhealthy air in half of Sweden’s pre-schools
HealthHalf of preschools are located in areas with harmful levels of air pollution, such as near major roads.
One in four Swedes over 60 feel lonely
SwedenLoneliness is associated with an increased risk of depression and suicidal thoughts.
El Salvador’s leadership confirms: “We have eliminated all traces of gender ideology from public schools”
WorldPresident Nayib Bukele believes that gender ideology is "against nature and against God".
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Cholesterol drug can lower PFAS levels in the body
ScienceCholesterol-lowering drugs can remove PFAS chemicals from the blood, according to a Danish study.
Medvedev: “Germany is preparing for war”
WorldLeaked recordings show "Germany is preparing for war against Russia", says Russian Security Council deputy chairman.
NATO exercise Nordic Response 2024 begins
The NordicsInvolves 4500 Swedish soldiers, officers and civilian staff.
Norwegian double victory in the annual Vasaloppet ski race
SportThis year's race was won by Torleif Syrstad and Emilie Fleten.
German generals discuss attack on Crimean Bridge
WorldLeaked recording shows senior German military officials discussing possible attacks on Russian infrastructure.
Around 100 new species discovered off Chile
EnvironmentSeamounts support a diverse ecosystem, researchers say.
Politicians: “Authorities knew about the side effects of the covid-19 vaccine”
EuropeThe British medical supervisory authority MHRA was aware of the risk of vaccine injuries early on, but did not issue a warning.
Boiling removes microplastics from water
ScienceBoiling hard water could remove up to 90 percent of plastics, according to a Chinese study.
One in ten lynxes at risk during annual hunt in Sweden
EnvironmentInstead of hunting predators, WWF wants the government to focus on preventive measures to protect domestic animals.
Swedish Outdoor Association: Hiking trails in danger of disappearing
EnvironmentWarns that government cuts are leading to the loss of hiking trails, barbecue areas and nature conservation projects.
New WHO study on vaccine injuries linked to the vaccine lobby
WorldThe study was made possible with funding from Bill Gates.
Dance and yoga can reduce chronic pain
ScienceLund University study suggests that yoga and dance can reduce functional abdominal pain in girls.
Landlines trending among young people
Culture– Since I’m an influencer, I’m constantly online, so it’s really nice to disconnect and it almost feels like an escape, says 24-year-old Nicole Randone.
Fogh Rasmussen: “Ukraine NATO membership decided in 2008”
WorldOnce the "Russia problem" is solved, NATO will focus on China, says the military alliance's former secretary general.
Swedish retirees most positive about NATO
SwedenThe military alliance is viewed more negatively by people with a foreign background.
Senator: “Bombing Yemen not self-defense”
World– I have grave skepticism about what we are doing right now, says Democrat senator Tim Kaine.
Bank branch closures threaten rural Sweden
Sweden– It is laughable when banks say they are socially responsible, says Johan Grip, chief economist at Företagarna.
Driving an electric car is fake environmentalism
AnalysisEVs are causing very real environmental problems, claims former UN environmental affairs officer and former UK gov. science advisor Mark Keenan in a guest analysis.
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