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Denmark votes to become a member of the European Defense Agency
Greater responsibilityThe basis for the vote in the Folketing today stems from the fact that Denmark went in a referendum last summer to abolish the EU’s defense reservation. That reservation had meant that Denmark could not participate in EDA or other EU-led military projects. “Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security, and Denmark […]
Finland starts international cooperation in the control of domestic airspace
The details of the flights are not made public for reasons related to national security.
Big changes ahead: CPH Post needs you!
For 25 years, Posten København has been the leading independent media for expats in the capital area. In the coming months, we will make some changes on cphpost.dk, in our newsletter and in the newspaper. And your opinion is important to us. So in order to deliver a better product, please take five minutes to […]
Chancellor of Justice: Finland can decide on military aid to Ukraine during the interim period after the elections
The chancellor stated that Ukraine is quite dependent on military aid from the EU and other Western countries. “In that sense, it’s about continuing the political commitments that Europe has already made,” says Tuomas Pöysti.
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Long waiting list for kindergarten in Reykjavík
Last week, Reykjavík kindergarten enrollment for next season opened. Of the applicants, around 1,500 children will get places in kindergartens, but more than 500 remain on the waiting list. Árelía Eydís Guðmundsdóttir, director of Reykjavík City’s Education and Leisure Council, stated in a recent interview with RÚV that it will be a “difficult year”. Earlier, […]
Most of Kela’s benefits can now be searched from OmaKela’s online service
On the Make an application page, the customer selects the benefit he is applying for and downloads the completed application form from his own device. Please note that the application must be in PDF format. When the customer submits his application through OmaKela, it does not need to be signed. The customer can submit the […]
High content of cocaine found in Copenhagen’s waste water – investigation
A new study that analyzes drug residues in waste water in European cities has shown that Copenhagen has one of the highest concentrations of cocaine in Europe. However, its levels pale in comparison to those of Antwerp and some cities in the Netherlands. Among other things, it emerged that Copenhagen’s waste water has much higher […]
Multicultural children need support from an early age
Diakonia University of Applied Sciences responds to the need with a new online education program that enables early childhood education professionals to specialize in multicultural early childhood education. The training offers professionals the latest researched and professional information on children’s multicultural development and on promoting development and learning. By Marjaana Marttila-OjalaLecturer in social work at […]
New super hospital in Køge finally opens after 18 months of delay
On Sunday at 08:00, the new super hospital in Køge admitted its first ever patients. 180 patientsA total of 80 moved into a treatment building called ‘Wing R’ at Zealand University Hospital, followed by a further 100 into a further seven wards. Originally, the first patients were expected in the fall of 2021. But the […]
Life on the edge
This exotic ice road in Finland is the longest in Europe, but it can disappear at any time
Garbage men are on strike in Copenhagen
Piles of trash on the horizon?The trade paper 3F wrote that the waste collectors in question pick up waste all over the city. Specifically the city centre, Christianshavn, Tårnby, Dragør, Amager, Vesterbro, Østerbro, Nørrebro, Nordvest, Valby, Brønshøj, Husum and Frederiksberg. ARC said it has requested the Municipal Association KL for help in resolving the conflict.
How to design a restaurant with good acoustic properties
Customers can become frustrated and miscommunicate with servers in a loud and disruptive restaurant environment. It’s common for seasoned diners to have an easier time hearing someone three tables away than the person across the table – and unless you’re in a nightclub, that’s often seen negatively. Good restaurant acoustics provide a more pleasant environment […]
Kela: The child surcharge cost Finland 100 million euros
The government decided to pay a child supplement to help families with children cope with the rising cost of living at the end of last year.
The ferry operator’s cancellation on Sunday left 500 Turku-Swedish passengers stranded
Passengers have been offered a refund or the possibility to change the trip, says Tallink Silja.
Therefore, Swedish sex buyers are not sentenced to prison
Ekot’s crime reporter Simon Andrén gives the story of Sweden’s new sex purchase law. After “Operation Torsk” there was a debate about the purchase of sex and the law was changed so that the fine penalty was removed. Imprisonment is now the law’s only punishment. But after a number of cases have been tried, still […]
The train strike will stop train traffic on Monday – VR will replace the tickets bought during the strike
Passengers who bought tickets during the strike will get their money back automatically, and VR has also announced that there will be no charge for changing the date or time of the ticket to a later date. VR encourages passengers to use self-service channels to manage ticket changes, as customer service may become congested. The […]
Right now: Johan Pehrson (L) gives a speech at the opening of the National Assembly
The Liberals are holding a national meeting in Linköping. The party will, among other things, hold panel discussions about the war in Ukraine The Liberals will also talk about the EU elections in a year.
The study reveals a high level of support for supervised drug use rooms in Finland
The report also emphasizes the need to get more information about the nature of addiction, as Finland is still one of the leading countries in Europe in terms of the number of young people who die from drug use. Acting Director of A-Clinic Foundation managing director, Hanna Paikkala, emphasizes that drug addiction is a disease […]
Access to the Skessuhorn mountain will not be restricted despite its sale
A spokesperson for the Canadian couple who purchased the Horn property in Skorradalur, West Iceland, told Fréttablaðið that access to the Skessuhorn mountain, which is located on the estate, will not be restricted. Anyone who wants to hike there can still do so. Earlier this week, Fréttablaðið reported that a Canadian businessman (who reportedly made […]
The police are looking for a Latvian to be extradited
Police in the capital area are looking for Harijs Graikste. The man is to be extradited to his home country on the basis of a European Arrest Warrant. A police statement said the 28-year-old man was not considered dangerous. Anyone who can provide information on the whereabouts of the wanted person or knows where he […]
Copenhagen is to host an important climate meeting before COP28
To stay on the same path that COP27 has createdCopenhagen’s meeting of climate ministers is a key point for the next COP. Although no commitment was made to phase out fossil fuels in Egypt last November, there are still achievable targets to follow up on. Keeping the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees […]
Finnair scraps plans to outsource cabin crew services on Thai and North American routes
The contract, valid until the end of 2025, also stipulates that the current cabin crew collective agreement will be extended by one year, until January 31, 2025. “We are happy that we have been able to find solutions together with our employees” said Johanna Karppi, Finnair’s people and culture manager. “The agreements with our employees […]
Nokian Tires sells its Russian operations for 285 million euros
After the Russian registration formalities, the deal will be completed and Nokian Tires’ operations in Russia will end.
Finnish Fazer announces two rounds of negotiations in as many days
The line would not only enable an increase in baking capacity, but also reduce the bakery’s total energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions significantly. The negotiations concern a total of 218 people and some white-collar workers working in Lahti. Possible cuts are planned to be implemented in stages between 2023 and 2025. Fazer announced that […]
Finnish police suspect a 21-year-old Spanish man of training to commit a terrorist act
The authorities suspect that the man expressed an interest in traveling to areas where terrorist organizations operate.
The chemical and battery industry was confused by the ministry’s rejection of the English-language training program
We have to use all possible solutions in order to be able to meet the demand for skilled professionals,” said the representative of Kemianteollisuus ry. Several international companies operating in Vaasa had expressed their support for the application, because they consider the program necessary for the development of the electrical automation industry in the region. […]
Factors to consider when choosing a lender for your personal loan needs
Different lenders may offer different interest rates based on your credit score or other factors such as collateral or cosigner status. Check Rahalaitos.fi compare loan offers and get the best interest rate for your personal loan. Shopping around can help you find the best personal loan offer that meets your needs. Comparison of different personal […]
Mosfellsbær will receive eighty refugees
Guðmundur Ingi Guðbrandsson, Minister of Social Affairs and Labor Market, and Regína Ásvaldsdóttir, Mayor of Mosfellsbær, signed an agreement this morning on the reception of refugees in Mosfellsbær. The agreement stipulates that Mosfellsbær, in cooperation with the government, will take in up to 80 refugees. This was announced on the website of the Ministry of […]
The storm of criticism against football’s most powerful man
Radio sports Susanna Andrén gives the story about how a Swiss lawyer became the one who rules world football. The World Cup in Qatar was a highlight of Infantino’s career, and despite a lack of confidence in Europe, he seems to have no plans to relinquish the chairman’s baton. In Fifa’s presidential election on Thursday […]
Niinistö expects Erdogan to announce the acceptance of NATO membership on Friday
“The Turks have hoped that I will be there to acknowledge it when they announce this decision,” Niinistö said.
Norovirus found in oysters: What you need to know
It is important to note that eating raw oysters is always a risk, even if not all oysters are contaminated. Oysters filter and collect norovirus from feces-contaminated water, which is a risk for human consumption. Rapid heating does not necessarily destroy the virus, as the virus is destroyed when the food is heated to +90 […]
The costumed lifeguard boy visits Finland’s Eurovision hopeful
Leo and his family took the opportunity to spend some quality time with the famous bolero jacket.
“Maria” fears revenge after her son is arrested: “We are not guilty”
In the last week, the focus has been on relatives of people in or around criminal networks. The murder of a man in his 50s in Tullinge, a father of a man connected to the Vårby network, has e.g. made many worried. And several police officers describe it as the gang’s boundaries have been pushed […]
No end to above-average inflation – Danmarks Nationalbank
Inflation will not return to normal next year, predicts a new Danmarks Nationalbank forecast. Last fall, its experts said they expected inflation to fall steadily in 2023 to the extent that in 2024 it would be little more than 1.7 percent — an estimate more or less in line with the so-called Vismænd (wise men’s), […]
Close to a fifth suffer from long-term effects of COVID in Denmark
Hand sanitizer sales drop pre-pandemic levelsNevertheless, life is more or less normalized for the rest of the population, who are rarely reminded of the pandemic within the Danish borders. The masks and elbow greetings have disappeared, handshakes and hugs are back, and hand sanitizer is no longer sold in the shops. According to both Coop […]
Which languages must a nurse in Iceland speak?
There has been a shortage of health workers in Iceland for several years. In fact, despite the relatively high standard of public healthcare, Iceland has one of the lowest ratios of nurses and general practitioners to population in Europe, meaning that healthcare jobs in Iceland are in high demand. Partly in response to […] The […]
He lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a shop window
The driver lost control of his car and crashed into other vehicles and eventually into the shop window of a hairdresser, in Álfheimakjarnann, Reykjavík. The fire chief says that operations at the scene went better than expected. According to eyewitnesses who spoke to journalists, a woman was injured in the accident and taken to the […]
Helsinki cancels the terrace plans of Senatintor’s summer restaurant
Only one operator applied for the position, but the negotiations did not lead to an agreement, according to the Helsinki City Facilities office.
Denmark’s best cake is in Copenhagen
You bake girl!It is the second time that Bastholm has won the award, and in fact the three best came from Copenhagen eateries, where the efforts of Freja Krarup (Maison d’Angleterre) and Christina Ivang (Conditori La Glace) came second and third. The ladies were overwhelmingly potent this year, and apart from Bastholm, the women were […]
Ukraine requests four Allegro trains from Finland
Allegro trains ran between Helsinki and St. Petersburg until the Finnish railway company VR stopped operating after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Denmark is still among the leading countries for knowledge jobs
Are you stalling?But the clouds may gather ahead. Denmark is one of just three countries (Iceland and Greece are the others) that experienced negative growth compared to 2014. According to the report, the Danes need to implement policy and reduce costs in order to maintain their position at the forefront of the knowledge nations. “The […]
Gender-neutral names an increasingly popular choice for newborns in Denmark
You have an interview with Robin at 2pm, or you’ve just met Charlie online and you might assume they’re men, but you won’t know until you meet them. That’s certainly the way it should be: gender-neutral names help eliminate prejudice, whether it’s a patient anticipating their doctor’s visit or a recruiter looking at job applications. […]
Chips from Finland initiative: How Finland can become a leader in microchip technology in Europe
Finland is already one of the EU’s leading designers of mobile communication network chips and a pioneer in the field of microelectronics and quantum technology. The initiative focuses on these strengths to create a European center for chip expertise. The US and China are currently competing for control of the chip market, and Europe has […]
What a story! Burger King in Copenhagen is going meatless for a month
No traditional WhoppersBurger King promises its popular Whopper burger will retain its flavor despite going ‘green’ as it will still be flame-grilled. Customers craving the traditional meat-based Whopper will have to go to other Burger King locations. The distributors for their plant-based burgers and other products, such as cheese and bacon, are The Vegetarian Butcher […]
St Albans Church priest appointed Bishop of Huddersfield
The regularity of the changing of the guard at St Albans Church is not unlike the turnover rate of our ambassadors. Like the diplomats, the priests tend to be posted for between four and six years and then go on their merry way to pastures (and flocks) new. In the case of the priest Canon […]
Finland’s largest cities demand better cooperation with the state in immigration matters
The cities of Helsinki, Espoo, Tampere, Vantaa, Turku and Oulu have proposed the establishment of an alliance led by the prime minister, which would set goals for economic growth and employment development.
Facebook parent Meta is planning to launch a Twitter competitor
“We believe there is an opportunity for a separate space where content creators and public figures can share timely updates about their interests.” A representative said the company had no additional information to share about the potential social network. News site Moneycontrol was the first to report on the possible Meta service, codenamed “P92”. The […]
Polish products in a new grocery store in Vogar
Polish sausage and Polish sweets are part of the assortment in the new grocery store in Vogar on Vatnsleysuströnd. The townspeople welcomed the new store as more than two years had passed since the last one closed. There has been no shop in Vogar for more than two years. Now, in the former shop space, […]
DSB is looking for new ways to improve its punctuality
From next year, the journey time between Copenhagen Central Station and Helsingør will increase by nine minutes for regional trains and six minutes for driving during rush hour. The trains take slightly longer at four stations – Rungsted Kyst, Vedbæk, Skodsborg and Klampenborg – explained DSB. The rail operator also confirmed that there will be […]
More money, more children – if you’re a man
Men and women are affected differently by the size of their salary when it comes to having families. In a joint study by the universities of Oxford and Copenhagen, researchers found that men with higher wages are more likely to have more children. On the other hand, women with high wages are more likely to […]
The suspect in the Ullanlinna murder loses his property
The victim was found when her husband carried her body out of their apartment building in December.
Defense Minister on leave with confidence that he will return … at some point
The government was dealt a blow in February when Defense Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Jakob Ellemann-Jensen took an unexpected leave of absence after a bout of stress. Troels Lund Poulsen quickly stepped in as Acting Defense Minister, and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen yesterday appointed Stephanie Lose as Acting Minister of Economy to cover Poulsen, […]
Right now: Police have been called to the Hisingsbron – people are jumping over the opening
The police have been called to the Hisingsbron where, according to information to the police, it is chaotic, as the bridge is stuck in the open position, but people jump over it anyway. Hear P4 Gothenburg’s reporter, Fredrik Jarl. The opening, which is approximately one metre, means that the bridge guard cannot lower the bridge […]
Most doctors are not aware of patient injury reporting processes in their workplace
According to PVK’s remuneration manager Elina Muukkonen, healthcare professionals do not need to know when a patient injury may be eligible for compensation. If the patient suspects damage, he can seek help from the healthcare patient advocate, and the reporting process removes the issue from the daily life of the patient and the healthcare unit. […]
Do signed union agreements also apply to the catering sector?
SVEIT, the association of companies operating in the catering market, believes that jobs in this sector are not covered by collective agreements. ASÍ’s lawyer says quite clearly that the contracts concluded with the Employers’ Confederation cover jobs in the restaurant sector. Aðalgeir Ásvaldsson, executive director of SVEIT, says the organization is unhappy about not participating […]
463: The art of charming a Hungarian
It has been a kind of NATO Week on steroids, where parts of Hungary’s top echelon visited Sweden, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg as well, and in addition the government has received its long-awaited bill that will make the country ready for entry into the defense alliance. The Hungarian delegation’s visit to the capital was covered […]
The online store will fire 75 employees and lay off the rest
In January, the retailer issued a profit warning stating that its operations had been seriously affected by record low consumer confidence.
Young polar bear electrocuted in Copenhagen Zoo
A sad anniversaryBertelsen said the accident has prompted the zoo to take a hard look at cable installations in its bear enclosures to avoid a similar situation developing in the future. The bear’s untimely death means that the polar bear population at the zoo is reduced to three – all of whom are females. The […]
The triple murder in Åmsele
For the evening papers, it became one of the most profitable summer murders ever. Large leaflets were inflated about the “Bonnie and Clyde of the North”. As a result, an idolatry developed. The long-haired suspected murderer Juha Valjakkala was mythologized. At his side was the taciturn Marita. But we didn’t know anything about her.
The EU is considering sending more military aid to Ukraine
STOCKHOLM, March 8 (Xinhua) — European Union (EU) defense ministers on Wednesday discussed the idea of sending additional military aid to Ukraine, at an informal meeting in the Swedish capital Stockholm. “There was a growing consensus around the table that the EU needs to act to provide the Ukrainians with more ammunition,” Swedish Defense Minister […]
The priest was chased away from the church – after the sign row became infected
When the church council in Spekeröd-Ucklum’s parish hires its new priest Fredrik Sidenvall in the summer of 2022, they have good hopes for the future. But for church council chairman Stefan Lahrin, a gnawing gut feeling remains. There is something that doesn’t feel quite right with the priest. And in just six months, the entire […]
Blizzard hits Sweden and disrupts traffic
STOCKHOLM, March 8 (Xinhua) — Public transport in and around the Swedish capital was severely disrupted on Wednesday as heavy snowstorms swept across the country. Sweden’s Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) issued an orange warning as up to 30 cm of snow and strong winds are expected to pose a danger to the public and […]
Finavia facilitates the security check of air passengers at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
This update has speeded up security checks,” said Ari KumaraDirector of Finavia’s safety operations. By the summer of 2023, traveling through Helsinki-Vantaa airport will be even more effortless when Finavia will install even more ultra-modern security devices. These devices allow air passengers to carry liquid containers of up to 100 milliliters in their carry-on luggage. […]
The Ateneum reopens in April with a new collection exhibition: A Question of Time
Through these themes, guests are encouraged to participate in a common discussion on current topics such as the climate crisis, identity and equality. Museum Director, Marja Sakari, emphasizes that the goal of the collection exhibition is to challenge the traditional, chronological approach to the collection and to welcome diverse interpretations of the works. In preparation […]
Copenhagen close to introducing poverty line for children
Inspiration for the Danish ParliamentMadsen said she hopes the government will be inspired by Copenhagen’s initiative and consider a national poverty line again. “Poverty does not stop at Copenhagen’s municipal border – there should be a national border. It is Christiansborg that can prevent poverty,” said Madsen. Bymidten had the highest disposable income in the […]
Stefan Arnar still wanted
Police and rescue teams have been looking for Stefán Arnar Gunnarsson since Friday. The man, 44, lives on Arnarhraun Street in Hafnarfjörður and was last seen on Thursday afternoon. The search lasted all weekend and involved many volunteers and rescuers. Despite this, police have received little clues about the missing man since the search began. […]
Hometown hero Nicolas Jarry wins the Chile Open
Nicolas Jarry defeated Tomas Martin Etcheverry 6-7 (5), 7-6 (5), 6-2 to win the Movistar Chile Open on Sunday in his native Santiago, Chile. Jarry, 27, delighted the home crowd as he broke through for his second ATP Tour singles title. His only other win at that level came at the 2019 Swedish Open. Jarry […]
EuroMarket’s case dismissed
A six-year investigation into what police described as one of the biggest drug and money laundering cases in Icelandic history has ended without charges. The former defendant in the case is demanding an apology. In December 2017, Europol announced that joint operations of the Icelandic, Polish and Dutch services led to the dismantling of a […]
The Sámi Council Act failed due to political will, not content: the Sámi council chairman
In his Finnish text, Juuso explains the work of the legal committee and the Sámi Council’s negotiation work in the parliament across party lines. “It is important that everyone knows the twists and turns of the law reform process,” Juuso said. The twists and turns of the Sámi Council Act have also received significant attention […]
Helsinki is preparing to sell several well-known buildings
The sale of the buildings is supposed to start this year, if the board approves the plan. The buildings for sale include restaurants, rehabilitation facilities and residential buildings. Kaivohuone and Klippan located in Kaivopuisto will be sold by tender and will continue to operate as restaurants. The buildings of the Kulosaari manor, which are protected, […]
Terrafame’s battery chemicals business for electric vehicles increases earnings
The company’s operating profit last year was almost 94 million euros. In 2021, the company suffered approximately the same amount of losses.
The battle over the stolen cultural treasures
Swedish Radio’s culture reporter My Benaissa tells the story of how activists break into museums and how Europe begins to give in to their demands to return cultural treasures. Hear about a historic turn in who has the right to cultural heritage objects. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings you a story every weekday morning […]
Kiinteistömaailma reports positive signs of recovery in the Finnish housing market
Although the national sales figures are still clearly below the usual level for February, positive signs have been seen in the capital region, according to Kiinteistömaailma CEO Risto Kyhälä. In February of last year, Kiinteistömaailma sold or rented 978 properties in addition to 221 rental properties. Although there is still a long way to go […]
The Swedes who remained after Putin’s invasion
Several Swedes have gone to Ukraine to participate as volunteers in both fighting, aid transport and medical care. Hear about the Swedes who support Ukraine, why they are there and what drives them. In addition, with one of the most noted summer speakers in P1, Swedish-speaking Kateryna Martiniuk, about why she refuses to leave Ukraine. […]
Undersea cable between Iceland and Ireland
As reported by RÚV, the benefits of the new undersea cable linking Iceland and Ireland are greater telecommunications security and faster cloud services. The cable, called ÍRIS, went into operation yesterday and is the third submarine cable installed and operated by state-owned Icelandic company Farice. The first two cables are FARICE-1 and DANICE, which connect […]
The passage to India reopens: the Copenhagen-New Delhi route returns to the skies
Three weekly departuresThe route (flight number AI157) will fly between the two capitals three times a week, departing from Copenhagen at 19.45 on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays and arrives in New Delhi at 07.40 the following morning. When we come back, the flight departs from the Indian capital at 13:30 and arrives in Kastrup at […]
The fiasco with Putin’s hypermodern tank
Sweden’s Radio’s Russia expert Fredrik Wadström gives the story of the new T-14 Armata tank developed by President Putin to compete with the most advanced tanks in the Western world. Now there is speculation that the tank is not even ready for battle. Hear about the propaganda project that could be a complete fiasco. The […]
The brightest planets in close conjunction
The two brightest planets, Venus and Jupiter, will be visible in the sky tonight. The planets will be very close to each other and as soon as the weather conditions allow it, you will be able to observe them even at low magnification, using a telescope or telescope. According to an article on the astronomy […]
Four proposals participated in the Espoo house architecture competition
The zoning competition for the Espoo building to be placed in Espoonkeskus is currently underway in cooperation with the Finnish Association of Architects (SAFA). Four working groups were chosen to continue in the competition, whose works are Encounters, Kontrapunkti, Lehteri and Virta. The competition entries are made available for residents to see and comment on […]
In Helsinki, about 150 cases of food poisoning caused by oysters
The study of food samples is still in progress, but some patient samples have already been completed. So far, seven people have tested positive for the norovirus associated with this outbreak. Those who ate oysters are advised to contact environmental services and provide information for the ongoing investigation. A report on the outbreak will be […]
Finland’s economy shrinks in two consecutive quarters: Expert analysis
According to the latest data from Statistics Finland, the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) shrank by 0.6% in the last quarter of 2022 compared to the previous quarter, which is significantly worse than previous estimates. Just two weeks ago, Statistics Finland predicted that GDP would shrink by 0.2 percent. Despite this, GDP for the whole […]
Finns visit Southern Europe at pre-pandemic levels
All in all, last fall, international leisure travel was still about 20 percent below the level seen before Covid spread to the industry.
Senaatti kinteistöt is selling a historic office building on Eteläesplanadi
This is a unique opportunity to buy a piece of Finnish history and cultural identity in a highly sought-after location. The building is the only building representing Art Nouveau architecture south of the Esplanade park, and it is protected by a government decree. “Properties right in the heart of Helsinki rarely come on the market. […]
The ACP strike announced to start on March 1 will affect Posti’s freight deliveries if it comes to fruition
We hope for a quick solution to AKT’s industrial action. As a large domestic logistics operator, Posti is once again faced with industrial action that causes trouble for its customers. The situation is particularly unfortunate because the key to the solution is not in Posti’s hands. “We strive to ensure that our customers’ services work […]
The whole town is invited to a medical check-up
All 9,750 inhabitants of Grindsted are invited to visit their doctor, as the fear of the effect of long-term local pollution continues to grow, informs DR. Grindsted, a small town in Region Southern Denmark, has a dirty secret. From 1962 to 1975, Grindstedværket dumped tons of heavy metals, pharmaceuticals and solvents into the ground around […]
Saunas reopen at public pools tomorrow
Not back in full forceThe municipality also revealed that despite the reopening, the ongoing war in Ukraine and the supply chain situation means that circumstances are tenuous. This means that there may still be shorter periods when the saunas are closed due to energy savings. The municipality estimates that around 340,000 kWh of electricity has […]
Parliament urges members to avoid using TikTok
“Fundamental misunderstanding”In collaboration with the PET Intelligence Service, CFCS has recently developed a guidebook for mobile device security. The EU has also moved to ban TikTok on employees’ work phones, while Canada became the latest country to do so yesterday as well. Several US states have also banned the service. TikTok is owned by the […]
The first stork of the year settles in Denmark
Impact of climate changePreviously, it was common for the first stork of the year to return to Denmark in mid-March, but climate change has led to the large birds returning earlier these days. “The storks we see now are individuals from south-west Europe that migrate north as soon as the weather permits and the wind […]
Naked in mosquito hell
In the summer of 2009, the mosquito plague is unbearable in the village of Bärrek in Gästrikland. In the area around the mouth of the lower Dalälven, mosquitoes cause businesses to move, tourists to flee and local residents to stay indoors. At a rock festival, three friends from Valbo talk about the mosquito hell in […]
Details: Agreement on Northern Ireland completed
Britain and the EU have reached an agreement on how trade between Northern Ireland and the EU should work after Brexit, several news agencies state. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met in Great Britain on Monday to find a solution to the dispute over Northern Ireland within […]
Camila Giorgi beats Rebecca Peterson to win the Merida Open
Merida [Mexico]February 27 (ANI): Camila Giorgi of Italy produced a stunning performance to win her fourth career WTA Tour singles title on Sunday night, battling past Swedish qualifier Rebecca Peterson 7-6(3), 1-6, 6- 2 at the Merida Open. After falling behind 2-0 in the third set, Giorgi battled back and eventually won the last six […]
The import of used cars is decreasing
The import of used cars from other European Union countries to Finland is decreasing.
Finnish-Swedish battle group
Finland and Sweden have decided to form a joint battle group. The forces would be part of the European Union’s rapid response forces.
Ecco headquarters vandalized to mark the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
On Thursday evening, Ecco’s headquarters in Tønder in southern Denmark was vandalized ahead of Friday’s anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. A stone plinth near the headquarters was draped in the colors of the Ukrainian flag. Under the cloak, a series of large ‘Z’s’ – the symbol of the Russian army during the invasion – […]
Camila Giorgi wins Merida Open for first WTA title
Camila Giorgi of Italy ended her run through the Merida Open field by beating Rebecca Peterson of Sweden in three sets in Sunday’s final in Merida, Mexico. It was the first WTA singles title of her career. Giorgi, who is ranked 68th in the world, took down the sixth, second and fourth seeds before defeating […]
What moves us, what itches us? An excellent collection of short stories by Fríða Ísberg
As part of the New European Literary Canon series, Biuro Literackie this time offered readers a collection of short stories by Fríða Ísberg “Swierzb” translated by Jacek Godek. Big applause for the publisher for including the name of the translator on the cover – this happens more and more often, but it is not a […]
Loreen: Message is important, but I have played down my political struggle
Loreen is back in Melodifestivalen and makes her fourth start with the song “Tattoo”. Although Loreen is best known for her win with the song Euphoria in Eurovision 2012, it is with a sense of revenge that she is back. When she last competed, in 2017 with the song “Statements”, there was talk of a […]
The EU agrees on the tenth package of sanctions against Russia
STOCKHOLM, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) — The European Union (EU) has agreed on the 10th sanctions package against Russia, the Swedish Presidency of the EU Council said on Twitter Friday evening. “The package includes, for example, tightened export restrictions for dual-use goods and technologies,” the Swedish presidency said. It said the package also includes “targeted limited […]
