Sweden’s trains going green
Sweden has unveiled a new high-speed train that will reduce energy use by 30 per cent over its existing trains. The Grona Taget (Green Train), which c...
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Malmo gang violence flares up again
A recent spate of gang violence has flared up again in the southern Swedish town of Malmo when a grenade exploded in an apartment block. The grenade, ...
Inspired Gaming Group enters US market
Inspired Gaming Group has signed a deal with IceSkill, a leading US operator of interactive touch-screen entertainment machines. As part of its rapid ...
Scandinavian Airlines pilots bullying each other
An atmosphere of bullying has emerged between the younger and older pilots who fly planes for Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), reports Aftenposten.no. Avi...
Muslim homestay vacations offered in Thailand
Andaman Camp and Cruise, a family-run Thai travel agency which has been organizing tours in south Thailand for over five years, is now offering its cu...
Water bottlers in Fiji call for tax-free status
The water bottling industry in Fiji wants a tax-free status like other industries and says it is working on the compensation it needs from the governm...
Iceland Express shortlisted for best website award
Iceland Express, the Icelandic budget airline, is in the running for best website at the Budgies 2008 world low cost airline awards. Also shortlisted ...
Rock star wannabes flock to Finland seeking ethereal fame
The qualifying rounds for the prestigious and wonderfully entertaining Air Guitar World Championships have begun in the northern Finnish town of Oulu....