Tag: Björk

  • Finnish cultural influencers demand support for the Israeli genocide in South Africa

    Finnish cultural influencers demand support for the Israeli genocide in South Africa

    Significant Finnish cultural personalities, such as Actors Jani Toivola, Martti Suosalo, Hannu-Pekka Björkman, Vesa Vierikko, Anna Airolaactor and artist Chike Ohanwemusician Pauli Hanhiniemiand filmmakers Ima Iduozee, Shareef Abu Askar, Selma Vierinenand Jenni Toivoniemiamong others participated in the video. They demand an end to the genocide of the Palestinians and respect for their human rights. Elina…

  • New: The mass murder at the courthouse in Söderhamn

    New: The mass murder at the courthouse in Söderhamn

    When Greger is 10 years old, he accompanies his grandmother Cecilia Ekestang to Hälsingland. She has found a homestead and wants Greger to have nice summers and be able to leave the bad air in Stockholm in the 60s. Once in the small village of Vannsätter, Cecilia meets her neighbor Gunnar Bengtsson. They begin a…

  • Hanken University of Economics' new bachelor's program is attracting worldwide interest

    Hanken University of Economics' new bachelor's program is attracting worldwide interest

    received a total of 3,914 applications for its English-language bachelor's and master's programs. Principal Ingmar Björkman expressed satisfaction with the global appeal of Hanken's programs. “Our goal is to raise responsible business graduates who contribute to a sustainable future. The overwhelming feedback, especially on our new Bachelor in Business program, emphasizes our commitment to integrating…

  • There will be a statue of Björk in Reykjavik

    There will be a statue of Björk in Reykjavik

    Icelandic artist Björk has been named an honorary citizen of Reykjavik. Instead of organizing a traditional ceremony, Reykjavík City Councilors decided to commission a monument in her honor. As RÚV notes, Björk is the eighth person to receive this honor. Other honorees included Reverend Bjarni Jónsson, ophthalmologist Kristján Sveinsson, former president Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, chess grandmaster…

  • New alcohol advice – an extra beer for the women

    New alcohol advice – an extra beer for the women

    Hear Ulrika Björksténformer science commentator, about how the view of women's alcohol consumption has changed throughout history – and why the limit for how much women can drink is now being raised. Host: Robin Olin Guest: Ulrika Björkstén, Secretary General for Science and the Public, former science commentator on Sveriges Radio Producer: Karl Kadhammar and…

  • Kieran Long takes over from Amos Rex as the new museum director

    Kieran Long takes over from Amos Rex as the new museum director

    Since its launch in 2018, Amos Rex has been a dynamic force in Helsinki’s cultural landscape, attracting more than half a million visitors in its first year. The museum has hosted several ground-breaking exhibitions, including works teamLab, Studio Drift, Bill Violaand Hans Op de Beeckand it has been a platform for young artists in their…

  • Listen to Lantzkampen

    Listen to Lantzkampen

    Is Pål Jonson related to Finland’s Minister of Defense, when did Queen Kristina get a pastry named after her and why is there no standard recipe for Gustav Adolfsbakelsen? These are some of the questions in Friday’s Lantzcamp on the theme of Sweden’s Day in Finland and Gustav Adolf’s Day. The teams that meet are…

  • The Hanken School of Economics rose to the top of the Shanghai Global Ranking

    The Hanken School of Economics rose to the top of the Shanghai Global Ranking

    This year, the ranking examined more than 1,900 universities from 55 different academic disciplines. The significant increase in the ranking reflects Hanken’s commitment to academic excellence, especially in the field of business administration. Principal Ingmar Björkman expressed his satisfaction with the results and attributed them to the excellent performance and dedication of the school’s researchers.…

  • Racing Louisville part ways with coach Kim Bjorkegren

    Racing Louisville part ways with coach Kim Bjorkegren

    (Photo credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports) Racing Louisville and head coach Kim Bjorkegren have mutually parted ways after two seasons, the NWSL club announced Friday. Bjorkegren, 41, will return home to Europe to pursue other opportunities after finishing ninth in a row in the 12-team league. General manager Ryan Dell and Racing Louisville have launched…

  • The Hanken School of Economics rose to 46th place in the global master’s program ranking

    The Hanken School of Economics rose to 46th place in the global master’s program ranking

    Principal Ingmar Björkman expressed his pride and stated: “We are very proud and happy that our position in the ranking list increased by so many points from last year, when we were ranked 62. This is proof that we are on the right track and that Hanken’s master’s program is of a high standard even…

  • Burze z piorunami w wielu miejscach Islandii

    Burze z piorunami w wielu miejscach Islandii

    „Przy gruncie powietrze jest ciepłe, ale w górnych warstwach atmosfery jest chłodniej, więc mamy dużo wilgoci i warunki do występowania burz. Tworzą się chmury burzowe” – mówi Elín Björk Jónsdóttir, meteorolog z Islandzkiego Instytutu Meteorologii. Wiele burz wystąpiło w zachodniej części kraju, co można prześledzić na mapie wyładowań atmosferycznych Instytutu Meteorologii – pioruny uderzyły w…

  • The scientists’ verdict – they got it right and wrong about the mouthguards

    The scientists’ verdict – they got it right and wrong about the mouthguards

    Hear Ulrika Björksténscience commentator, on how Anders Tegnell reasoned and what the complex research says about mouthguard use today. Host: Robin Olin Guest: Ulrika Björkstén, science commentator at Ekot Producer: Karl Kadhammar With clips from: The Public Health Agency, TV4, NBC News, Fox News, Vice, The Telegraph, France24, Aftonbladet, WHO, SVT, Euronews, Youtube channels Change…

  • Fett eller socker – vad är värst?

    Fett eller socker – vad är värst?

    Ulrika Björkstén, vetenskapskommentator, ger oss en historisk exposé av bantningsmetoder, tallriksmodeller och kostpyramider. I dag vet vi vad som är bra för kroppen och inte. Programledare: Robin Olin Gäst: Ulrika Björkstén, vetenskapskommentator Producenter: Karl Kadhammar, Taavi Wickman Med klipp från: SVT, Reuters, Socialstyrelsen, Svensk filmindustri, TV4, Youtube-kanalerna Teknik 2000, Svensk Nostalgi, VHS-Nostalgi, Brödinstitutet och Fresh…

  • So you can safely sunbathe this summer

    So you can safely sunbathe this summer

    It strengthens your immune system and prevents cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and eczema. Plus, it makes you sleep better. Hear Ulrika Björksténscience commentator, on how to sunbathe safely while minimizing the risk of skin cancer. Host: Robin Olin Guest: Ulrika Björkstén, science commentator at Ekot Producer: Karl Kadhammar With audio from: Youtube channels Amielo and Life…

  • The bribery scandal at Sparbanken Väst

    The bribery scandal at Sparbanken Väst

    Soon the suspicions are directed against the bank manager “Yngve” and some of his business partners. Prosecutor Gunnar Andersson uses the most modern technology – computers – to find out what happened. The tracks lead to some of the world’s most notorious tax havens. Yngve himself says that the police are wrong and that he…

  • Sven Björklund

    Sven Björklund

    As part of the humor group Klungan has Sven Björklund wrote and directed a series of performances. In the radio program “Mamma’s new guy”, he created beloved characters such as folklife fanatic Job Andersson and disability pensioner Lars Stenberg. Last year he toured and William Spetz with the dark care center comedy “Hjälp mig inte”…

  • Björk announces the cancellation of concerts in Reykjavík

    Björk announces the cancellation of concerts in Reykjavík

    Björk’s advertised concert series in Reykjavík in June was canceled due to production issues. All those who have purchased tickets will receive a refund. In February this year, Björk announced plans to host a series of concerts at Laugardalshöll Stadium on June 7, 10 and 13. As noted in an article on the Vísir portal,…

  • The DNA decision that could solve the cloth business murder in time

    The DNA decision that could solve the cloth business murder in time

    DNA from the suspected perpetrator was found by the police at the crime scene after the murder – but the police did not get a hit. But now P4 Gothenburg’s reporter can Helena Jonsson tell about how a simple decision could have changed everything. Hear how Marie Johansson’s parents Christina Borén Johansson and Leif Johansson…

  • This is how you must live in 2030 for us to avoid the catastrophe

    This is how you must live in 2030 for us to avoid the catastrophe

    Emissions must be halved by 2030 compared to 2019 levels if we are to meet the 1.5 degree target. This is confirmed by the latest synthesis report from the UN climate panel IPCC. What will life have to look like: What will we eat for breakfast, how will we get to work, what will we…

  • The 2023 Kompassirusu cultural prize is awarded to Suoma Sámi Nuorati for her work in supporting the cultural identity of Sámi youth and the Sámi languages.

    The 2023 Kompassirusu cultural prize is awarded to Suoma Sámi Nuorati for her work in supporting the cultural identity of Sámi youth and the Sámi languages.

    The organization also works to defend the linguistic and cultural rights of the Sámi people according to the Finnish constitution. The rights of the Sámi people have been in the spotlight in recent years due to, among other things, the controversial reform of the Sámi district law. Finnish Sámi youth are campaigning for the reform…

  • That’s how dangerous a glass of wine a day is

    That’s how dangerous a glass of wine a day is

    Sveriges Radio’s science commentator Ulrika Björkstén talks about the research that shows that alcohol can be harmful even in small amounts. But the question is whether the Swedes are prepared to drink less? The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a new story every weekday morning. With host Robin Olin and Sveriges Radio’s sharpest journalists.…

  • Right now: The UN’s climate report is being presented

    Right now: The UN’s climate report is being presented

    Only a very rapid reduction in climate emissions can ensure that the entire planet will be able to live well in the future as well, according to the major summary report presented by the UN climate panel IPCC today. The time to meet the targets in the Paris Agreement is running out, says Markku Rummukainen,…

  • Thomas G:son about Carola, the TV coup and the family tragedy

    Thomas G:son about Carola, the TV coup and the family tragedy

    Thomas G:son is the songwriter who had the most entries in Melodifestivalen, 69 songs. He has won the competition three times, among others with Carola and the song “Evighet” in 2006. For Carolina Norén, Thomas reveals that from the beginning both Sanna Nielsen and Sonja Aldén sang on the demo version, Carola only came into…

  • Annah Björk – two years with postcovid

    Annah Björk – two years with postcovid

    For many of us, the corona pandemic is a thing of the past, but not for Annah Björk. Every day for two years she has had a fever, breathing difficulties and body pains. Life with post-covid stands in stark contrast to how she lived until Christmas 2020. For 20 years, music and fashion journalist Annah…

  • Dante Alighieri – hell round trip

    Dante Alighieri – hell round trip

    The editorial staff for this section consists of: Cecilia Düringer – presenter and script Mårten Andersson – script and research Erik Laquist – producer Zardasht Rad – stage narrator Julia Öjbrandt – sound design and final mix Also participating is Anders Cullhed, professor of literary studies and author of the biography “Dante – the first…

  • The poison attacks that silence Putin’s critics

    The poison attacks that silence Putin’s critics

    Using everything from nerve agents to radioactive tea, Russia tries to silence its critics – and often they succeed. Hear Ekot’s science commentator Ulrika Björkstén tell about the murders, attempted murders, and how the poison works in the body. The news podcast Today’s Eco gives you a story every weekday morning with presenters Robin Olin…

  • Right now: The government and FHM are holding a press conference about the pandemic situation

    Right now: The government and FHM are holding a press conference about the pandemic situation

    The government and the Public Health Agency are holding a press conference on measures linked to the corona pandemic. Taking part is Social Affairs Minister Jakob Forssmed together with the Public Health Agency’s Director General Karin Tegmark Wisell. Hear Ekot’s live broadcast with Sverige Radio science commentator Ulrika Björkstén and Magnus Gisslén, professor of infectious…

  • Are there any downsides to our obsession with serial killers?

    Are there any downsides to our obsession with serial killers?

    In today’s program we dig into this serial killer craze. Many serial killers are given a place in the culture in the form of TV series and movies, but could it become a problem that we make them too human? We talk to the director Ali Abbasi, current with the film Holy Spider – about…

  • Classic winter than in Iceland

    Classic winter than in Iceland

    Travel in South East Iceland, South Iceland, Faxaflói and the Westfjords is not recommended until Tuesday morning. Orange weather alerts will go into effect tomorrow. “South of Greenland, a strong low has formed in the cold air from Newfoundland and is deepening rapidly,” said Elín Björk Jónasdóttir, a meteorologist at the Icelandic Meteorological Institute. “It’s…

  • The last show!

    The last show!

    Cast: Sweden’s Radio Symphony Orchestra.Elin Rombo.First Aid Kit.Ebo Krdum with ribbon.Horace Engdahl, author.Arvida Byström, artist and director.Annika Härenstam, professor of occupational science.Ingmar Skoog, chief physician.Anna Axfors, poet. Hosts: Louise Epstein and Thomas NordegrenProducer: Olle Björkman

  • Spoken flyers, the Blue Jackets are enough again

    Spoken flyers, the Blue Jackets are enough again

    After a surprisingly strong start, the Philadelphia Flyers have struggled with three straight losses and on Tuesday night they visit the Columbus Blue Jackets, who started the Flyers’ losing streak last week. The Flyers, who most recently dropped back-to-back home games to the Ottawa Senators and Dallas Stars, will look to bounce back in the…

  • The robber turned pop idol in the Jailbird Singers |  Part 1/2

    The robber turned pop idol in the Jailbird Singers | Part 1/2

    The band Jailbird Singers is formed at Långholmen prison in 1964. Robber Tony Granqvist, car thief Åke “Korpen” Johnson and safe-destroyer Tore “Masen” Eliasson find each other and get a record deal already in prison. Tony is a musical genius and the engine of the band. He is described as a new Swedish Elvis. In…

  • Vote for your favorite art!  79 artists compete in the international NOBA Award competition

    Vote for your favorite art! 79 artists compete in the international NOBA Award competition

    The competition collects the best works of BA and MA graduates from five art academies (Estonian Academy of Arts, Pallas University of Applied Sciences, Latvian Academy of Arts, Vilnius Academy of Arts and Helsinki University of Art) on the NOBA.ac online platform, promotes the art academy. graduation shows and brings international attention to graduating students…