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German ex-minister Jens Spahn faces criticism over surrogacy child
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German ex-minister Jens Spahn faces criticism over surrogacy child

Former Christian Democratic Health Minister Jens Spahn is facing harsh criticism after becoming a parent through surrogacy, despite the practice being banned in Germany.
Busch calls for pause on permit rule after women's shelters close
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Busch calls for pause on permit rule after women's shelters close

Since 2024, a long line of shelters for women have been forced to close after the government pushed through a new permit requirement. Now KD wants it to be paused
Swedish Food Agency to investigate food fraud and false product claims
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Swedish Food Agency to investigate food fraud and false product claims

The Swedish Food Agency will examine how common so-called food fraud is - goods sold under false pretenses.
Toussaint Chiza asks cultural politicians: How will Sweden stay a music power without rehearsal rooms?
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Toussaint Chiza asks cultural politicians: How will Sweden stay a music power without rehearsal rooms?

If we continue to close down rehearsal spaces - how will Sweden continue to be a major power in the music world? That is the question artist Toussaint Chiza asks cultural politicians. He is the next person in TT's summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections
Sweden and eight EU countries want to cut EU support for sports bodies that admit Russian athletes
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Sweden and eight EU countries want to cut EU support for sports bodies that admit Russian athletes

Sports ministers from Sweden and eight other EU countries want to cut EU support for sports organizations that let Russian athletes compete.
The books that could shape Sweden’s autumn election campaign
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The books that could shape Sweden’s autumn election campaign

For those who want to read up ahead of the autumn election, there is plenty of literature on politics: autobiographies, critical reviews - and a new book on nuclear power. There are two books in particular that I think will get attention, says political scientist Tommy Möller
Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner rules out re-election bid after criticism over power outage response
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Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner rules out re-election bid after criticism over power outage response

Berlin's heavily criticized mayor Kai Wegner says he is not running for re-election, just over two months before the election.
EU Parliament backs digital euro, final negotiations to begin
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EU Parliament backs digital euro, final negotiations to begin

Despite opposition from the far right, the European Parliament has approved a digital euro. Negotiations with EU countries now await
Sweden prepares biggest reform ever in forensic psychiatry as state takeover is investigated
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Sweden prepares biggest reform ever in forensic psychiatry as state takeover is investigated

Forensic psychiatry is overcrowded, which has led to convicts being released while waiting for a place. An investigation is now being set up into how the state can fully or partially take over responsibility for care
Sweden to draw up recommendations on children’s use of AI
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Sweden to draw up recommendations on children’s use of AI

The Public Health Agency of Sweden has now been tasked with reviewing the risks of generative AI to the mental health and well-being of children and young people. Recommendations will be presented in a year
Swedish government investigates possible ban on telephone sales
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Swedish government investigates possible ban on telephone sales

The government wants to tighten the rules for telephone sales. An inquiry will now examine whether a ban should be introduced
Klara Kristalova asks cultural politicians how to restore the value of culture
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Klara Kristalova asks cultural politicians how to restore the value of culture

How should the value of culture be restored? That is sculptor Klara Kristalova's question to cultural politicians. She is one of three artists in the Nordic pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale and the next person in TT’s summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections
Government proposes fines for poor customer service
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Government proposes fines for poor customer service

The government wants to be able to fine customer services that do not behave properly. Our goal is for consumers to experience contact with companies' customer services as much smoother than today, says Minister of Civil Service Erik Slottner (KD)
Older voters reach record share ahead of this year’s election, but parties struggle to win them over
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Older voters reach record share ahead of this year’s election, but parties struggle to win them over

The proportion of voters over the age of 65 is at a record high ahead of this fall's elections. But it's a difficult group to appeal to, and one that won't be lured by election hype
Sweden to launch inquiry into rising ADHD and autism diagnoses in young people
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Sweden to launch inquiry into rising ADHD and autism diagnoses in young people

The government is appointing a delegation to investigate why more and more children and young people are being diagnosed with ADHD and autism.
Parties Promise Billions Despite Limited Budget Space, Economic Institute Warns
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Parties Promise Billions Despite Limited Budget Space, Economic Institute Warns

There is little room for ambitious election promises in the next term, according to the National Institute of Economic Research. Despite this, the parties are making a string of billion-kronor proposals
Ingrid Carlberg’s key election question: Is anyone thinking about the tone of the debate?
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Ingrid Carlberg’s key election question: Is anyone thinking about the tone of the debate?

Sharp words and a polarized debate characterize the election campaign. Ingrid Carlberg, the Swedish Academy’s permanent secretary, does not want to get involved in politics - but she nevertheless asks a question to cultural politicians in TT’s summer series
Leisure card age limit lowered to six for children in 2026
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Leisure card age limit lowered to six for children in 2026

The age at which children can use the leisure card is being lowered from seven to six.
Rare earth deposit at Norra Kärr may be investigated further
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Rare earth deposit at Norra Kärr may be investigated further

The government has announced that the mining deposit at Norra Kärr, an area on Lake Vättern north of Gränna, may be investigated further. The area contains unusual rock types and holds one of the few deposits of rare earth metals in the EU
Moderates promise reduced taxes for working parents of young children
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Moderates promise reduced taxes for working parents of young children

The Moderates are promising all working parents of young children a special parental tax deduction. This is intended to give more people slightly more financial breathing room, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M)
Compensation for Swedish farmers will result in cheaper meat
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Compensation for Swedish farmers will result in cheaper meat

The government will decide this week on compensation for Swedish farmers to strengthen beef production. "It is a measure that strengthens the competitiveness of Swedish farmers," says Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren (KD)
Christian Democrats want to increase child benefit to SEK 2,000
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Christian Democrats want to increase child benefit to SEK 2,000

The Christian Democrats want to sharply increase the child benefit to 2,000 kronor in the next term. The proposal is estimated to cost 16
Ebba Busch: Election win in danger for the blue-yellow team
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Ebba Busch: Election win in danger for the blue-yellow team

KD leader Ebba Busch does not want to continue cutting taxes for high-income earners. She believes ordinary families must be the winners going forward
Amanda Lind in cultural battles at Almedalen
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Amanda Lind in cultural battles at Almedalen

The threat to cultural heritage and artistic freedom - plus a cultural policy battle. Here are five program items where the debate could heat up during Almedalen Week
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