Irritable bowel syndrome relieved by choir singing
Nordic countries have long had a fondness for singing, but new research suggests that it should not just be confined to drunken social gatherings.
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Swedish government proposes lessons for immigrants
Swedish immigrants should learn about core societal values and how the country functions according to a government inquiry.
New Swedish constitution recognises Saami
The newly drafted Swedish constitution has declared that the Saami are no longer an ethnic minority but a fully-fledged people.
Thousands flock to Swedish capital for Jesus fest
Last weekend saw the third annual ‘Jesus Manifestation’ in Stockholm, with Christian bikers the most noticeable group among the 25,000-strong crowd....
Swedish MP calls for legalised prostitution
Swedish Liberal Party MP Camilla Lindberg has called for the legalisation of prostitution and greater social security for sex workers.
Sacked for being a Jehovah’s Witness, claims Swedish care assistant
A northern Swedish nursing assistant has reported her employer to the national authorities after she was apparently fired for her religious beliefs.
Swedish McDonald’s accused of selling expired food
McDonald’s restaurants across Sweden have been accused of re-stamping and selling food that is past its best-before date instead of throwing it out.
Obesity risk for sleep-shy women
Broadening waistlines and expanding bellies among Swedish women can be blamed on a lack of sleep, according to new research.