Honeymoon ‘hitman’ tumour may prevent trial
The alleged hitman in the notorious South Africa honeymoon murder could escape trial due to a brain tumour, magistrates in the country have announced....
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Scandinavian arrests in global paedophile ring
Two Swedes and at least one Dane have been arrested for being part of a huge global paedophile ring spanning 14 countries.
Swede attempts kitchen nuclear reactor
A Swedish man who tried to set up a nuclear reactor in his home has said his experiment was “under control” but “crazy”.
Manly mustard ads leave bad taste
A Swedish mustard company has been slammed for being chauvinist after releasing an advertising campaign about what constitutes a ‘real man’.
Police seize hedgehog in apartment raid
A Swedish woman could face criminal charges after harbouring a hedgehog in her flat in violation of the country’s hunting laws.
Sweden = retail, wilderness and blondes to foreigners
Snow, shopping and blondes are the most common elements associated with Sweden, according to a survey by the country’s national travel agency.
Duellers jailed after hitting bum note
A gun duel, which saw one man being shot in the buttock and the other in the chest, has resulted in five-year prison sentences for both the survivors.
Border row: Denmark gets a taste of its own medicine
Denmark’s decision to increase spot checks and immigration staff at its borders has ironically resulted in similar spot checks and increased surveilla...