Tag: Palme
Macron’s high stakes – that’s why he’s betting everything on the pensions
Emmanuel Macron has failed to muster a majority for his reform of the pension system, so last week he upped the ante by using a special clause in the constitution and bypassing parliament. In response, the National Assembly held not just one but two no-confidence votes against Macron’s Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne and her government…
That is why the politicians refuse to lower the price of food
Economic commentator Kristian Åström tells the story of how Swedish politicians have so far stayed away from controlling food prices. But in the 70s it was different. Then a group of housewives from Skärholmen managed to get Prime Minister Olof Palme to listen and lower the price of food. The news podcast Today’s Eco brings…
Georgia’s dream of Europe and the specter of inflation that refuses to die
Clashes between police and protesters in the Georgian capital Tbilisi have involved firebombs, tear gas and water cannons. On the surface, the protests have been about a bill aimed at organizations and media that receive money from abroad, it has been called “the Russian law”. But beneath the surface, the strong images are about much…
Finland and Estonia – with their backs to Russia
Estonia and Finland together share most of the EU’s border with Russia. The heads of government, Kaja Kallas and Sanna Marin, have been setting the tone for the EU’s support for Ukraine, and elections are being held in both countries these days. In Finland there is just under a month left and in Estonia elections…
The Cannes Film Festival appoints Ruben Ostlund as jury president
Washington [US]February 28 (ANI): Director Ruben Ostlund will head this year’s Cannes International Film Festival competition jury, organizers announced on Tuesday. The Swedish director’s “Triangle of Sadness” is a capitalist satire starring Woody Harrelson, Harris Dickinson, Dolly De Leon and the late Charlbi Dean. It won the Cannes Palme d’Or for best film last year,…
This is how Europe can bring Putin to justice
In Ukraine, feverish efforts are underway to collect evidence and register suspected war crimes. Lubna El-Shanti has met with victims and war crimes investigators and in total over 70,000 suspected war crimes have been registered. In Ukraine, there is a strong hope of being able to prosecute and sentence Putin for the invasion, the crime…
A year of new world order – Europe’s most important lessons
Recently, the EU and NATO signed a new security declaration and the organizations are now strengthening their common front. Hear about how cooperation between the EU and the defense alliance is becoming increasingly practically oriented, in everything from tackling cyber threats and protecting critical infrastructure to dealing with China, which the new document singles out…
I-League: Ajay Chhetri’s strike helps RoundGlass Punjab FC beat NEROCA FC 1-0
Imphal (Manipur) [India]February 21 (ANI): I-League title contenders RoundGlass Punjab FC picked up three more vital points, beating NEROCA FC 1-0 at the Khuman Lampak Stadium in Imphal. RoundGlass Punjab are back on 40 points with Sreenidi Deccan, who currently hold the top spot thanks to their superior head-to-head record over Staikos Vergeti’s side. It…
Fortress Europe to stop migrants
Fortress Europe, Fortress Europe. After the turn of the millennium, the 40s oozing concept emerged as something of a swear word, when European liberals accused right-wing forces of wanting to shield Europe from the rest of the world. Now the entrenchment is almost a fact. The member countries have built a total of between 1000-2000…
Turkey’s trauma becomes Erdoğan’s fate test
Turkey’s president has declared seven days of national mourning following the earthquake in the early morning of February 6. Although the extent is not yet fully known, it is clear that what happened is a historical disaster and a national trauma for Turkey. Few things test a country’s structures and leaders like a natural disaster.…
All major powers are rushing towards the Arctic
The desire for exposed natural resources and new trade routes at sea makes the great powers increasingly interested in the Arctic. Russia, the US, China and Europe – all want to play an active role and get a piece of the pie. But the interests in the region collide in several areas and the great…
455: Erdogan’s power over Swedish politicians
Sweden will deliver the Archer artillery system, combat vehicle 90 and anti-tank robot NLAW to Ukraine. The government announced this at a press conference on Thursday. How important was this to Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson given the attacks on the previous government for tardiness? At the same time, a freedom of expression debate is ongoing…
That’s how far Europe’s arsenal goes
There are already signs that the arms stocks in Europe may be about to run out. Not least there is a shortage of ammunition. At the same time, Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine enters a new difficult phase as winter approaches. But the question is how rearmament and streamlined manufacturing of weapons and defense…
“The word vandal signals old-fashioned morality”
It has raised questions. Where should we draw the line for what is vandalism? And what does the word actually mean? – You signal an old-fashioned morality, says Orla Vigsö, who is a professor at the Department of Journalism, Media and Communication at the University of Gothenburg. Christer Pettersson, who was both charged and acquitted…
Sayeed Hasan Khan: a versatile individual
The power of REKApitulation is a rare phenomenon and those gifted with this asset are worthy of admiration. Sayeed Hasan Khan, a veteran journalist and intellectual who breathed his last in Karachi on Monday after reaching the nonagenarian mark, was no exception. Sayeed Hasan Khan, popularly known as Nawab Sahib or Saeed Bhai, was a…
This is how Europe increases preparedness after the attack on Nord Stream
The protection of important infrastructure will now be addressed within the EU. A piquant coincidence was that the gas pipeline Baltic Pipe, which crosses the Nord Stream in the Baltic Sea, was inaugurated the same week that it began to be discovered that it was a matter of sabotage against the Nord Stream. The explosions…
The 28th Sarajevo Film Festival opens in the Bosnian capital
SARAJEVO, Aug. 12 (Xinhua) — The 28th Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) opened Friday with the film Triangle of Sadness by award-winning Swedish film director Ruben Ostlund. Ahead of the screening of his latest film, which won him the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival three months ago, Ostlund received the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo…
Politicians’ defense speeches and abortion contracts
What number will it end up with, speaking of Turkey’s demands on people they want to have extradited from Sweden in order to release Sweden’s NATO application? It started with 33 people, but changed the same day to 73. Ebba Bush (KD) recently brought an abortion contract to a TV debate between her and Märta…
So 100 days of war have changed Europe
Claes Aronsson, host Susanne PalmeEU commentator Andreas Liljeheden, Brussels correspondent Göran von SydowHead of the Institute for European Policy Studies, SIEPS Agneta RambergEkot’s former foreign commentator
Ruben Östlund – the king of bad mood
Ruben Östlund grows up with his mother and cat Bilbo on Styrsö. His love of skiing and the camera eventually takes him all the way to film directing training in Gothenburg. Together with his newfound friend and co-worker Erik Hemmendorff, Ruben decides that they will make a film entirely according to their own motto. They…
Norrmalmstorgsdramat – the woman behind the Stockholm syndrome
On 23 August 1973, Jan Olsson enters through the door of Kreditbanken at Norrmalmstorg in Stockholm. Six days later, the drama unfolds and for some of those involved, life changes forever. An authentic depiction from within the Norrlandsmalmstorg drama In P1 Documentary we hear the unique voices from the bank robbery. Kristin Enmark who is…
EU strikes Russia’s oil cranes
Claes Aronssonhost Andreas LiljehedenBrussels correspondent Susanne PalmeEU commentator Teresa Küchlerwhich covers the EU for Svenska Dagbladet
Postcard from Cannes # 9: Place your bets
It has been a whirlwind two weeks at the Cannes Film Festival 2022, where dreams definitely came true for some at the awards ceremony on Saturday night. When the names of the winners were read out, those who saw the films shouted for joy, while others sighed, disappointed not to have placed the “winning bet”.…
Postcards from Cannes # 9: Place your bets
It has been a whirlwind two weeks at the Cannes Film Festival 2022, where dreams definitely came true for some at the awards ceremony on Saturday night. When the names of the winners were read out, those who saw the films shouted for joy, while others sighed, disappointed not to have placed the “winning bet”.…
Swedish satire on the super-rich wins the Cannes Palme d’Or
“Triangle of Sadness”, a sharp satire on class conflict by Swedish director Ruben Ostlund, won the Palme d’Or for best film at the Cannes Film Festival last Saturday. “Triangle of Sadness” places Ostlund among a selected group of two-time winners of Cannes’ highest prize. He won the Palme d’Or 2017 for “The Square”, and joked…
Victory interview with Ruben Östlund after the Palme d’Or in Cannes
Hear the conversation immediately after the award ceremony, where Ruben Östlund talks about the legacy of Roy Andersson and how he feels after the gala
Park Chan-wook wins best director at the Cannes Film Festival
Cannes [France]May 29 (ANI): South Korea’s Park Chan-wook was named best director at this year’s Cannes Film Festival on Saturday. Park received the award for best film director for his novel “Decision to Leave” at the 75th edition of the festival held at the Palais Lumiere in Cannes. News agency Yonhap reported that Park became…
1st Ld Writethru: Triangle of Sadness wins the Palme d’Or at Cannes
PARIS, May 28 (Xinhua) – Swedish director Ruben Ostlund’s film Triangle of Sadness won the Palme d’Or, highest award at the 75th Cannes Film Festival this Saturday. Triangle of Sadness is a movie where a couple, invited to a luxury cruise with super-rich passengers, ended up on a desert island after a storm. The hierarchy…
75th Cannes Film Festival: Ruben Ostlund removes second Palme d’Or with “Triangle of Sadness”
Cannes [France]May 29 (ANI): The 75th Cannes Film Festival on Saturday gave away the Palme d’Or for best film to Swedish filmmaker Ruben Ostlund’s “Triangle of Sadness”, a broad, fierce satire on modern capitalism. This will be Österlund’s second Palm win after “The Square” 2017. The film revolves around models, millionaires and their various trophy…
Triangle of Sadness wins Palm d’Or at Cannes
PARIS, May 28 (Xinhua) – Swedish director Ruben Ostlund’s film Triangle of Sadness won the Palme d’Or, highest award at the 75th Cannes Film Festival this Saturday. Triangle of Sadness is a movie where a couple, invited to a luxury cruise with super-rich passengers, ended up on a desert island after a storm. The hierarchy…
Triangle of Sadness wins the Palme d’Or at Cannes
© Provided by Xinhua This year, 21 films have been selected to compete for the Palme d’Or. PARIS, May 28 (Xinhua) – Swedish director Ruben Ostlund’s film Triangle of Sadness won the Palme d’Or, highest award at the 75th Cannes Film Festival this Saturday. Triangle of Sadness is a movie where a couple, invited to…
Ruben Östlund’s film wins the Palme d’Or
Ruben Östlund’s film “Triangle of sadness” wins the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Gala. Considered one of the world’s most prestigious film awards. Hear Kulturnytt’s Björn Jansson about the winner.