Swedish opposition calls for removal of US bases
A Red-Green coalition government would demand the withdrawal of all US military bases outside of America, according to the latest party statement. The...
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Sweden demands Israeli explanation for aid convoy attack
The Swedish Foreign Minister, Carl Bildt, has demanded an explanation from the Israeli ambassador over the controversial attack on the Gaza-bound ‘Fre...
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.
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.