Stockholmers shocked by giant chipmunk invasion
An invasion of giant chipmunks at the turning-on ceremony for Stockholm’s Christmas lights has shocked residents and city officials alike.
Man’s best friend an enemy to lampposts
A Finnish energy company has blamed dogs for corroding the capital’s lampposts when marking their territory. Helsingin Energia claims it is constantly...
Police send loaded gun through the post
Swedish police officers are to receive further training after the revelation that a loaded rifle was sent through the post for forensic analysis.
Inuit lifestyle ‘to be wiped out’
An academic who spent a year living with an Inuit tribe in Greenland says their traditional way of life could be completely eroded in just 25 years.
Far-right MP: “a negro is a negro”
A right-wing Swedish MP has caused controversy after claiming on Facebook that the word ‘negro’ is not racist.
Actavis acquires Dutch pharmaceutical packing manufacturer
Iceland-based generic pharmaceuticals company, Actavis has recently acquired 100% of the shares of the Dutch pharmaceutical packing manufacturer Pharm...
Gay church weddings almost a reality for Denmark
Gay couples in Denmark should soon be able to have religious wedding ceremonies after the government struck an agreement with the church.
Gydja Collection unveils face of new eau de parfume VJK Vatnajökull
The Icelandic fashion label, Gydja Collection, has unveiled the face of its recently released eau de parfume fragrance for men, VJK Vatnajökull.