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The authority announces the delay in processing the nuclear waste facility’s permit
The Swedish Radiation Protection Agency granted permission to start mining the Onkalo disposal facility in 2021.
Tax administration: Almost 1 million pay tax at the wrong rate
The authority advises taxpayers to check their tax cards up to date in order to avoid unpleasant surprises later.
The authorities hold a press conference after the crash on the E6
The municipality of Stenungsund, the police, the rescue service and the Swedish Transport Administration are holding a press conference after the landslide on the E6 which occurred on the night of Saturday.
The authorities remove the mother bear from the village in Eastern Finland after the death of the cub
A young bear died in a collision with a car, which is generally rare in Finland, but this was the second similar case this week.
This is how you heal a brain that has been stressed to the point of exhaustion
Homework and keeping an eye on the kids, while you take responsibility and put in extra effort at work. It can be too much. What can be done about the fact that it is mostly women who are on sick leave for exhaustion syndrome? The brain scientist Hedvig Söderlund tells about when she herself walked…
Mayor: Helsinki fined a group for an unauthorized mosque
The resident who lives above the farm filed a noise complaint with the city last fall.
Finland introduces a new Covid booster for the elderly and risk groups
According to the health institute THL, local health authorities could speed up the spread to those who are most at risk.
THL: Direct contact with employers, the best job for immigrants
According to the health authority’s report, many immigrants have difficulty finding work through employment services or private recruitment agencies.
Bird flu situation under control, no new cases in September
More cases may appear as the authorities continue inspections at the country’s approximately 400 fur farms.
Meetings with the authors of the book “Iceland and Poles”
Aleksandra Kozłowska and Mirella Wąsiewicz, authors of the book “Iceland and Poles”, write about themselves: “We started collecting stories of Poles in Iceland in the fall of 2018. The pandemic slowed down our momentum, but did not extinguish our enthusiasm for work and fascination with this island. Over time, it turned out that it was…
The police hold a press conference about gang crime
National Police Chief Anders Thornberg has on Wednesday called a press conference after recent events linked to organized crime and gang crime. Participating are Anders Thornberg, national police chief, Hampus Nygårds, deputy chief at Noa, Ulf Johansson, regional police chief at region Mitt.
MTV: The former head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is suspected of unauthorized purchases
According to the news agency, the man may have paid the ministry about 130,000 euros in extra expenses.
The Jonestown Sect
The year is 1978. A picture taken from a helicopter shows neat rows of corpses in colorful clothes. Some of them are holding hands. All were members of the Peoples Temple, a Christian political organization from the United States, which only a few years earlier had moved from California to the jungles of South America.…
The authority approves the final disposal of low-, medium-level nuclear waste on the island of Olkiluoto
The Radiation Protection Center reviews the safety assessment of the waste area at least every 15 years.
Electricity companies do not adjust fixed-term contracts, despite the authority’s decision
Electricity companies violate the consumer watchdog’s recommendation to reduce the price of some fixed-term electricity contracts.
Lapland’s berry company that operates without a license
The authorities found that the company had not trained its employees and that a positive reliability assessment had not been required from the TE office.
Swine fever – how it can limit your life
In Västmanland and Dalarna, nearly 1,000 square meters of land has been cordoned off. Within the infected zone it is forbidden for people to stay. If swine fever spreads, the area can be expanded. Hear P4 Västmanlands Emil Rönnlund about how it happened when swine fever was discovered, how the local community has been affected…
The authorities are still investigating the case of food poisoning at the Mikkeli school
Laboratory tests revealed that the tortillas served that day had the smell of vinegar, and respondents said the tortillas tasted like soap.
Regular virus checks for Finnish fur farms, the authority says
The plan is to start regular inspections next year as the bird flu concern grows.
A woman has died after falling off a cliff in Vopnafjörður
As reported by Vísir, a woman in her twenties fell off a cliff in Vopnafjörður yesterday. An investigation into this incident is underway. A statement on the matter was issued by the East Iceland Police Department. Authorities received a report of the accident at 4am and then found the woman on the beach below the…
The question Prince Daniel does not want to answer
Prince Daniel on Estelle’s future Princess Estelle is free to choose her future, says father Prince Daniel in SVT’s interview. But is it really that simple? Together with court expert Roger Lundgren, Titti and Ebba try to get answers to what freedom as a future queen really means. The Monarchs is a podcast with Titti…
This means the economics words you didn’t dare ask about
Frida Bratt: “Often there is no incentive in the financial industry to speak in a way that people understand” Frida Bratt, savings economist at Nordnet and Sofia Tyréus, who works with financial public education at the Financial Supervisory Authority, explain what lots of financial words and concepts mean. And tells you how ignorance can lead…
Less time in bed can give you better sleep
Not being allowed to spend more than, say, five hours a night in bed can sound like a nightmare. But for people who have difficulty sleeping, such a treatment can strangely lead to better sleep – in the long run. Louise is curious and lets the psychologist and researcher Susanna Jernelöv chart her sleep to…
Statsministern om säkerhetsläget: “Jag förstår att alla känner oro”
Statsminister Ulf Kristersson, justitieminister Gunnar Strömmer, säkerhetspolischef Charlotte von Essen och rikspolischef Anders Thornberg håller en pressträff med anledning av det försämrade säkerhetsläget. I dag höjdes terrorhotnivån från en trea till en fyra på en femgradig skala – vilket innebär att man går från förhöjt hot till ett högt hot. Lyssna på pressträffen live här.
Finnish health authorities plan to inspect all fur farms for bird flu infections
The inspection of over 400 fur farms will begin next month.
Därför hetsar Wagnergruppen mot Polen
“Vi kommer vi göra den belarusiska armén till den näst bästa i världen”. Det säger den ryska ledaren för den ökända Wagnergruppen från en Belarusisk militärbas, dit gruppen placerats efter sitt uppror mot Moskva. I Ryssland slår Vladimir Putin allt hårdare mot sina kritiker, i efterspelet av Wagnergruppens uppror. Samtidigt slipar Ukraina på en fredsplan,…
Food Authority warns of plastic risk in frozen berry packages
The Finnish Food Authority says that consumers are entitled to refunds for recalled products.
Mass deaths from bird flu causing test backlog
The Finnish Food Authority is currently inundated with dead birds and presumes that the mass deaths were caused by avian influenza.
The authorities are expanding the bird flu infection area in Finland
The new regions are Pirkanmaa, Päijät-Häme, Kanta-Häme and Uusimaa.
Bike race around Hekla
“Gravel cycling is a growing sport, and the Rift Gravel Race in Hvolsvöllur ranks among the top three European competitions in this category,” Ólafur Thorarensen, competition marketing director, tells mbl.is. The annual The Rift bike race takes place this weekend in Hvolsvöllur. 1,200 players will take part in it, including a large one […]
The United Arab Emirates summons the Swedish envoy over the desecration of the Koran
DUBAI, July 21 (Xinhua) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Foreign Ministry has summoned the Swedish charge d’affaires to protest the repeated attacks and abuses against copies of the Koran in Sweden, the official WAM news agency reported Friday. The ministry strongly condemned the Swedish authorities’ decision to continue allowing such acts and rejected the…
Jordan calls Swedish charge d’affairs to protest desecration of the Koran
AMMAN, July 21 (Xinhua) — Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called for the Swedish accusation of the recent hazing of the Koran in Stockholm. “This is an expression of a culture of hatred and a strong provocation of the feelings of about 2 billion Muslims, which cannot be justified at all under freedom of…
Saudi Arabia calls Swedish envoy responsible for Koran attack
RIYADH, July 21 (Xinhua) — The Saudi Foreign Ministry on Friday summoned the Swedish prosecutor over the attack on the Koran in the Nordic country, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The ministry said it condemned the permission that Swedish authorities have repeatedly given, which has led to the burning of the Holy Quran. It demanded…
Lebanon condemns the attack on the Koran in Stockholm
BEIRUT, July 21 (Xinhua) — Lebanon on Friday condemned an attack on the Koran in Stockholm, saying “it constitutes a continuous violation of the feelings and dignity of Muslims.” In a statement from Lebanon’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Swedish authorities were asked to take appropriate measures to stop all actions that deepen feelings of…
Nordea buys Danske Bank’s Norwegian operations
The deal is expected to be completed at the end of 2024 after approval by the authorities.
Finland’s NBI interviews witnesses, victims of Ukrainian war crime suspects
The details gleaned from interviews with Finnish Ukrainians can be useful in war crimes investigations by the authorities of other countries.
Around Iceland – an interactive guide
We want to present you an interesting guide to Iceland. Released in digital form, it contains many features that paper guides do not have. Written in a nice language, it presents the Island and its attractions with attention to detail and respect for its corners. The authors, Alicja and Konrad, have made every effort to…
The Litli-Hrútur eruption site is open again
After the eruption site was closed due to air quality and fires, Litli-Hrútur was reopened by the authorities. Firefighting operations will continue, but the hiking trail is considered safe. Police and ICE-SAR rescue teams will be present in the area and visitors are being instructed to avoid designated hazardous areas. Wind speeds are expected to…
The highly endangered Saimaa grouse drowns in a fishing net
The network was not marked and the authorities have no information about its owner.
Russia cancels Finns’ visas at some border stations
Russian authorities have tightened entry requirements at the Vartius border crossing in Kuhmo since Monday.
The number of bank branches in Finland continues to decrease
The Financial Supervisory Authority has expressed its concern about the decline in traditional banking services.
A dead elephant became the king’s downfall
Bags of money, mistresses and exile When the scandals unfold around King Juan Carlos, he sees no other way out than to leave the country. Hear about the rise and fall of the Spanish king. The Monarchs is a podcast with Titti Schultz and Ebba Kleberg von Sydow about the Swedish royal house and European…
The police have decided to investigate the suspected far-right terrorist plan to attack the reception center
The authorities suspect, among other crimes, that the men planned to attack the Niinisalo reception center with explosives as part of the training.
The financial supervisory authority that investigates S-Bank’s operations
The bank is being investigated for governance and information security concerns, HS reports.
PM Orpo: The government will discuss the Junnila issue next week
Economy Minister Vilhelm Junnila survived the vote of confidence given due to his previous right-wing connections, but according to the prime minister, the government still intends to discuss the matter thoroughly.
Putin comments on lack of respect for the Koran
It is a crime to deliberately violate religious beliefs, the Russian leader said Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned the burning of the Koran and vows to protect Muslims from hatred. “[The Koran] is sacred to Muslims,” Putin said during his trip to Russia’s Muslim-majority region of Dagestan on Wednesday. “We know that in other…
Putin and the chocolate factory – that’s how the boycott works
Hear Ekonomikots Johan Anderberg tell us about when the boycott emerged as a phenomenon – and how our choices as consumers can have both foreseen and unforeseen consequences. Host: Robin Olin Guest: Johan Anderberg, reporter at Ekonomiekot Producers: Karl Kadhammar, Marina Nilsson Malmström With audio from: SVT, Aftonbladet, AP, BBC News, Reuters, TV4, SkyNews Australia,…
Migri clarifies after exceeding the three-month unemployment limit
The Finnish Immigration Service updated the government program on its website with repetitive language – but according to the authorities, it’s a coincidence.
According to the rules of the consumer supervisory authorities, price increases in electricity contracts should be limited
Last winter, many consumers signed contracts at a relatively high price.
Whaling will stop until August 31
“The MAST agreement is so strong that it was clear that we had to step in,” Minister Svandís Svavarsdóttir told mbl.is. The Animal Welfare Board of the Food Standards Authority (MAST) recently issued an opinion which concluded that the fishing methods used for whales did not comply with the provisions of the Animal Welfare Act.…
Coca-Cola HBC buys the Finlandia vodka brand for 200 million euros
The deal requires approval from the authorities, but is expected to be completed later this year.
The party night that changed Diana’s life
Blamed the royal house for her death When Princess Diana dies in a car accident in Paris, it doesn’t take long before accusations are leveled against the British royal family. The Monarchs is a podcast with Titti Schultz and Ebba Kleberg von Sydow about the Swedish royal house and European monarchy. Guest: Roger Lundgren, court…
After the drowning disaster – Ekots dispatchers on site in Greece
On the night of Wednesday, a refugee boat sank approximately 8 miles off the coast of Greece. Greek authorities have confirmed that 104 people have been rescued, 78 people have lost their lives and up to 500 people are still missing, including many children. The search efforts ended yesterday, which makes the accident one of…
The food truck prince could be Italy’s next king
The royal family fled the country and lived in exile The anger of their own population drove the Italian royal family into flight. It is only in recent years that they have returned to the country and dream of once again bringing Italy to a monarchy. The Monarchs is a podcast with Titti Schultz and…
Finnish border authorities: More unauthorized crossings from Russia
Most of the illegal crossings take place in the summer, when it is easier to move across the barren border area.
Police: 4-year-old found dead in Joensuu suffered extensive burns, numerous bruises
The investigating authorities of the city of Eastern Finland suspect the child’s 21-year-old mother and 25-year-old stepfather of the murder.
Burning smelter – risk of smoke spreading over Skellefteå
Since this morning it has been burning in the smelter in Skelleftehamn. The Rönnskärsverken owned by Boliden is Sweden’s only smelter for the production of base metals. The fire in the plant entails a risk of toxic chemicals being spread. Right now the smoke is blowing out from the land, but there is a risk…
Iceland closes its embassy in Moscow
According to a press release from the Icelandic Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Embassy of Iceland in Moscow will close on August 1. The Icelandic authorities also asked the Russian embassy in Reykjavik to reduce the scale of operations so that there would no longer be a Russian ambassador in Iceland. However, these changes do…
That’s how crowded the Russians are by the Ukrainian counter-offensive
Hear about why the Ukrainian counter-offensive is starting now and why the head of the Ukrainian security service is not saying a word about it. Also hear about the red lines that Russia has warned Ukraine not to cross, but which have been repeatedly crossed. Now the next one awaits – the upcoming F-16 planes.…
The suspected Finnish-Estonian environmental criminal case goes to court
An investigation conducted by the Central Criminal Police in cooperation with the Estonian authorities found evidence that thousands of tons of waste were transported illegally between Finland and Estonia.
American Civil War Part 2: The Carnage
In the 1860s, a bloody civil war raged in North America after the southern states broke away from the United States in an attempt to defend the right to own slaves. The American Civil War is a defining period in American history that explains many of the political conflicts we see today. In the second…
American Civil War Part 1: The Escalation
In the 1860s, a bloody civil war raged in North America after the southern states broke away from the United States in an attempt to defend the right to own slaves. The American Civil War is a defining period in American history that explains many of the political conflicts we see today. In the first…
That is why Gustav Vasa was hated by the people
Vasa’s legacy in the Swedish royal house National Day is perhaps the most royal day of the year, and this year it is celebrated extra big because it is exactly 500 years since Gustav Vasa became king of Sweden. Titti and Ebba compare the two great dynasties Vasa and Bernadotte to see what remains alive…
The police in Varsinais-Finland are investigating a suspected child abduction
The investigating authorities believe that the child may have been taken out of the country.
Finland is planning a national cat registry
According to the authorities, the size of the Finnish cat population is unknown.
474: The opposition screams on deaf ears
The liberal debater and author Lena Andersson wrote a text about our opposition politicians hammering home that the children are starving. The debate is in full swing and we wonder how loud the opposition is allowed to be. At the same time, at the southernmost border of the North Pole, we have never cared so…
Therefore, private pension saving is not as important as you think
Agneta Claesson: “Extending working life is the single easiest way to influence the size of the pension” The Pensions Authority’s Agneta Claesson and Pensionsnyheterna’s Mikael Nyman talk about why many people overestimate private pension savings – and give tips on other, more effective ways to increase the pension. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you…
A preliminary investigation finds evidence of dozens of Navy conscripts being mistreated
Suspected crimes include abuse of authority, service crime, illegal threats, assault and minor assault.
Nora Khalil
The debut novel “Yani” is about young friendship, loss and belonging in the teenage universe of the suburbs. The book was nominated for the August Prize for its low-key, accurate depiction of life in the Stockholm suburb of Alby. The sequel “Abow” came in May. Nora Khalil has been a finalist in the Town’s best…
Are Swedish children going hungry – and whose responsibility is it?
Discussion about hungry students that Swedish politicians talk about, and whose responsibility it is that children get enough food. But the talk about hungry children is being questioned. Not being able to afford takeaway pizza, semi-finished products, and frozen meals should not be described as the children being hungry, writes Lena Andersson in a text…
Crown Princess Victoria’s Secret Pact
A Nordic alliance against the rest of the world The successors to the throne in the Nordic countries have followed each other all their lives. Today crown princess and crown prizes, tomorrow heads of state. Hear about the royal troika who want to take the monarchy into the future together. The Monarchs is a podcast…
Do I have to listen to my thoughts?
We ask ourselves where all these thoughts that go through our heads come from? Is our inner voice the true voice or can we ignore listening to our own thoughts? – Thoughts in themselves are meaningless. It is how we deal with them that is decisive for how we feel, says psychologist Peter Myhr. –…
Russian Embassy: Border guards canceling Finns’ visas are isolated cases
Last week, the Russian border authorities started invalidating some visas brought with Finnish citizens, denying them entry and returning them to Finland.
Iceland hands over a field hospital to Ukraine
Representatives in Althingi proposed a resolution authorizing the foreign minister to secure the purchase of a mobile field hospital for Ukraine. It would be for wounded Ukrainian soldiers and civilians affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Iceland has taken in around 3,000 refugees since the beginning of the Russian invasion. Ukrainian refugees. Humanitarian and…
This is how you make a depressed brain want to exercise
Physical activity is known to help with mild and moderate depression. But how, and why? And how easy is it really to break a sedentary existence when you are depressed? Hear about the training form “braining”, where patients and staff train together. In addition, we find out how active you need to be to prevent…
The temperature of the ground reaching 100 degrees was measured by the road
Just off the road to Hellisheiði, a temperature of 100 degrees Celsius was measured. Heat seems to come from a crack under the road, but this is not considered a travel hazard. The increased thermal activity likely comes from the Hellisheiði Power Station. An increase in ground temperature was observed near the main road in…
The police are investigating the former intelligence officer’s side job
According to the head of the Security and Intelligence Service (Supon), all suspected problems related to the agency’s operations must be thoroughly investigated.
Copenhagen wants to ban fossil vehicles by 2030
Frederiksberg confused Another aspect that will require a thorough review is the Frederiksberg question. As a municipality completely surrounded by Copenhagen, Frederiksberg would be in a difficult situation in 2030 if it did not follow suit and also ban fossil vehicles. “I think that Copenhagen could reach out to us so that we don’t end…
Get to know the bored brain
If we understand what boredom is trying to tell us, it can actually change our lives. In this episode, we examine what it takes to turn boredom into something positive. And so we ask ourselves if it is possible for everyone to find a deeper meaning in their lives. In the brain of Louise Epstein…
Catherine of Aragon – Henry VIII’s first wife
The editorial staff for this section consists of: Emilia Mellberg – producer Jenny Bergman – producer Mårten Andersson – script and research Emma Peters – narrator Peter Jonason – sound design and final mix Pablo Leiva Wenger – stage narrator Also participating is Anna Carlstedt, author and researcher specializing in the Renaissance. Do you want…
The police suspect human trafficking, forced labor in the Finnish construction industry
The authorities believe that the victims were lured to Finland from Estonia, Latvia and Ukraine with the promise of stable work in the construction industry, but they ended up in forced labor conditions and threatened with violence.
Drug smuggling to Iceland in car parts
Two Dutch brothers are suspected of establishing a drug trafficking route to Iceland from the Netherlands. The case is more extensive and is under investigation by the Dutch authorities, which began in 2020. Numerous Dutch media such as 112 Groningen, Belastingdienst and Crime-nieuws report on the case. In 2020, the younger brother (43 years old)…
Mikael Berglund’s “Ovanjorden” wins Sveriges Radio’s Novel Prize
Author Mikael Berglund’s book “Ovanjorden” wins Sveriges Radio’s Novel Prize 2023, it was just announced in P1 Kultur Direkt. Berglund, born in 1977, debuted in 2015 with the acclaimed novel An object’s story of non-response“Overworld” is his third in a row. Nominees for the Novel Prize were also: “Björnjägarens dötter” by Anneli Jordahl, “Natten” by…
The death of the musical genius Schubert
The program features author Agneta Rahikainen, doctor Jessica Norberg and Schubert fan Arash Azarbad. The presenter is the composer Andrea Tarrodi.
First visit of a US nuclear submarine
The first service visit of a US nuclear-powered submarine took place in Icelandic waters today. The Icelandic Coast Guard led the submarine reception project in collaboration with the Office of the Inspector General of Police, the National Radiation Protection Authority and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The activities related to transport and loading on board…
Photo stops are dangerous in many places
Improvements and traffic safety need to be made at the many tourist stops that can be found along the Golden Circle route, Þingvallavegur, into the Geysir and Gullfoss area, and to Suðurlandsvegur a short distance north of Selfoss. This can be seen from a report by the VSÓ advisory group to the Vegagerðin Icelandic Road…
Therefore, Putin cannot stop war
Hear about why Vladimir Putin would no longer be in power if Russia withdrew its troops tomorrow. About why his position stands and falls with the war of invasion. Also hear about the Russian leader’s strategy to avoid internal enemies and never let anyone else grow too close to power. Cast:Gudrun Perssonresearch leader at the…
This is how Friends leaked information about bullied children to Tiktok
In a series of high-profile reviews, Ekot’s reporters have Sven Carlsson and Sascha Granberg revealed how Swedish companies leaked sensitive information to social media. Apoteket and Apotea have stopped the transfers and the Swedish Data Protection Authority has initiated several supervisory cases which are still ongoing. Now it turns out that the problem also existed…
According to the authorities, more Russian cyber attacks are targeting Finland
Daily cyber threats are the new normal in Finland, security organizations said on Friday.
469: Svantesson is not here to have fun
The government’s health care budget has been described as a restrained story intended to counter inflation. Is it true? And when will the government’s promised tax cuts actually come? We also talk about Johan Pehrson’s attention-grabbing interview in Fördomspodden, where he had to answer questions about his jerking off, among other things. Is there a…
New: Heaven’s Gate Suicide Cult
All the dead have similar black clothes, black Nike shoes and a badge on the sleeve that says “Heavens Gate – Away team”. The dead turn out to belong to a religious sect, which believes they will be taken up to heaven by a spaceship following the comet Hale-Bopp. A comet which, right at this…
Barbro Alving – the world reporter Bang
The editorial staff for this section consists of: Cecilia Düringer – presenter and script Erik Laquist – producer Zardasht Rad – stage narrator Elias Klenell – sound design and final mix Also participating is Beata Arnborg, author of the biography Barbro Alving: War, women and God. Do you want to know more about or read…
The Finnish tax authority checks the income of influencers, Onlyfans
The authority estimates that as much as 70 percent of income related to content production was not reported in 2021.
Russian nuclear fuel sent via Finland to an undisclosed destination
The Finnish authorities were tight-lipped about two airloads of Russian nuclear fuel that left Helsinki-Vantaa Airport on Saturday evening.
Louise tries to become addicted to snuff
Many struggle with their snus addiction. In Sweden, 20% of men and 7% of women snuff. In this episode, we learn how nicotine rebuilds the brain, both in the short and long term. After all, it is well known that snuffing is less dangerous than smoking. We discuss whether it is really worth giving up…
Icelander arrested in Brazil for drug smuggling
Brazilian authorities arrested the man in Brazil in a joint operation with Icelandic police, Vísir reports. He is believed to be Sverrir Þór Gunnarsson, also known as Sveddi Tönn, who has a long history of drug-related offenses in Iceland, Spain and Brazil. The operation was carried out due to suspicions about the flow of drugs…
Icelander arrested in Brazil for drug smuggling
Brazilian authorities arrested the man in Brazil in a joint operation with Icelandic police, Vísir reports. He is believed to be Sverrir Þór Gunnarsson, also known as Sveddi Tönn, who has a long history of drug-related offenses in Iceland, Spain and Brazil. The operation was carried out due to suspicions about the flow of drugs…
Finnish researchers emphasize differentiation and diversity in Finnish elementary schools
Researchers attribute this to increasing segregation between schools and students. The book argues that basic education has a wider role than just improving academic results, as it is essential to building a better future society. However, there are no simple solutions to stop the current trend of differentiation, but long-term structural changes at the local…