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Global 1.5-Degree Climate Target at Risk in Next Five Years

The coming five years will be continued warm, according to the weather organization WMO. Probably the five-year period will exceed 1.

Global 1.5-Degree Climate Target at Risk in Next Five Years

Neanderthal Spears: World's Oldest Weapons Misdated by 100,000 Years

The researchers were wrong by thousands of years. New dating shows that the world's oldest complete hunting weapon was used by the Neanderthals.

Neanderthal Spears: World's Oldest Weapons Misdated by 100,000 Years

Sami Remains Returned to Luleå After 150 Years

150 years ago, remains of two Sami people were dug up from their graves in the Luleå area and taken to Lund University. On Saturday, they were returned at a Sami ceremony in Gammelstad outside Luleå.

Sami Remains Returned to Luleå After 150 Years

Swedish Study Reveals Mothers Face More Violence from Children

Mothers are more exposed to physical violence and verbal aggression from their children than fathers are. Daughters are tougher on their parents, especially their mothers, than sons do, shows new Swedish research.

Swedish Study Reveals Mothers Face More Violence from Children

Genetic Testing Boosts IVF Pregnancy Success Rates

The number of successful pregnancies after in vitro fertilization increases if the woman's genetic profile is mapped before treatment. A simple test through a mouth swab can provide an answer within an hour on which hormone treatment suits best.

Genetic Testing Boosts IVF Pregnancy Success Rates

Christopher Goodnow Wins Crafoord Prize for Autoimmune Research

He has devoted his research career to understanding why our immune defenses attack ourselves. Now Christopher Goodnow is witnessing how his discoveries are contributing to new treatments.

Christopher Goodnow Wins Crafoord Prize for Autoimmune Research

Researcher Criticizes Trump for Undermining Scientific Progress

He has devoted his research career to understanding why our immune defenses attack ourselves. Now Christopher Goodnow is witnessing how his discoveries are contributing to new treatments.

Researcher Criticizes Trump for Undermining Scientific Progress

Expert Warns Thyberg Vulnerable to Foreign Exploitation

Tobias Thyberg is leaving the role of national security adviser after just a few hours. Images of a "sensitive nature" came into focus.

Expert Warns Thyberg Vulnerable to Foreign Exploitation

Met Gala Celebrates Black Fashion Amid Trump Controversy

The evening was about dandyism in black attire – with extravagant interpretations of tailored costumes with hat and scarf. The Met gala in New York, one of the year's most hyped fashion parties, was however overshadowed by President Donald Trump.

Met Gala Celebrates Black Fashion Amid Trump Controversy

Characteristics Uniting the Global Economic Elite Revealed in New Database

The world's economic elite have several common characteristics - apart from that most of them are men. These individuals are fascinatingly similar to each other, says Professor Håkan Johansson.

Characteristics Uniting the Global Economic Elite Revealed in New Database

Sweden's Cardinal Arborelius: A Humble Voice in Catholic Leadership

When a new pope is to be elected, Sweden's first cardinal of all time, Bishop Anders Arborelius, is with great probability one of those who will decide who it will be. Yet, he does not see himself as a power holder.

Sweden's Cardinal Arborelius: A Humble Voice in Catholic Leadership

Stem Cell Trials Offer New Hope for Advanced Parkinson's Treatment

For the first time, researchers have successfully conducted trials transplanting stem cells in the brain of patients with advanced Parkinson's disease. An enormous success for the field, says Malin Parmar, professor at Lund University.

Stem Cell Trials Offer New Hope for Advanced Parkinson's Treatment

Dual Medication Approach Reduces Heart Attack Risks, Swedish Study Finds

Patients who have had a heart attack and who quickly receive a combination of cholesterol-lowering medications fare better than those who only receive one medication. We can save lives with a cheap medicine, says Margrét Leósdóttir, cardiologist at Skåne University Hospital.

Dual Medication Approach Reduces Heart Attack Risks, Swedish Study Finds

Anna-Karin Hatt Proposed as New Centre Party Leader

The Centre Party's electoral committee proposes Anna-Karin Hatt as new party leader. It can probably work, believes political scientist Mikael Sundström at Lund University.

Anna-Karin Hatt Proposed as New Centre Party Leader

Sweden's Cardinal Arborelius: A Humble Figure in the Catholic Church

When a new pope is to be elected, Sweden's first cardinal of all time, Bishop Anders Arborelius, is with great likelihood one of those who will decide who it will be. Yet, he does not see himself as a power holder.

Sweden's Cardinal Arborelius: A Humble Figure in the Catholic Church

Anna-Karin Hatt Proposed as Center Party Leader, Seen as Strong Contender

The Center Party's electoral committee proposes Anna-Karin Hatt as the new party leader. It could probably work, believes political scientist Mikael Sundström at Lund University.

Anna-Karin Hatt Proposed as Center Party Leader, Seen as Strong Contender

Reading and Discussion: Keys to Keeping Your Brain Sharp as You Age

It is possible to keep your brain in trim far into old age. According to new research, there are tricks that can delay the inevitable decline.

Reading and Discussion: Keys to Keeping Your Brain Sharp as You Age

SMS Tips Boost Lifestyle Changes for Better Heart Health, Study Finds

With a few encouraging SMS, people with high blood pressure can improve their health. This is the conclusion of a study from Lund University.

SMS Tips Boost Lifestyle Changes for Better Heart Health, Study Finds

Study Reveals PFAS Contamination in Sweden Began Earlier Than Thought

The problem with PFAS-contaminated drinking water in the Blekinge locality of Kallinge started earlier than previously thought, shows a new study from Lund University. .

Study Reveals PFAS Contamination in Sweden Began Earlier Than Thought

Reading and Discussion May Help Keep Your Brain Sharp Longer

It is possible to keep your brain in trim well into old age. According to new research, there are tricks that can delay the inevitable decline.

Reading and Discussion May Help Keep Your Brain Sharp Longer

Hedgehogs Reveal High Lead and Pollutant Levels in Swedish Study

Hedgehogs munch their way through our surroundings in search of insects and other goodies. In the process, they ingest large quantities of lead, pesticides, and plastic.

Hedgehogs Reveal High Lead and Pollutant Levels in Swedish Study

Swedish Supreme Court Sets New Guidelines for Sentencing Young Offenders

The 16-year-old shot and killed a man and attempted to murder two more people in Solna in the spring of 2023 – now he is sentenced to eight years and ten months in prison by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court thus establishes that young people can be sentenced to longer prison terms for very serious crimes.

Swedish Supreme Court Sets New Guidelines for Sentencing Young Offenders

Oxygen Fluctuations May Have Spurred Evolutionary Leap 540 Million Years Ago

New Swedish research is tearing apart theories about how life developed in ancient times. A stressed situation with extreme differences during the day can have forced new animal species to emerge.

Oxygen Fluctuations May Have Spurred Evolutionary Leap 540 Million Years Ago

Rising Trend: 1 in 5 Swedes Boycott American Brands

Many Swedes express a desire to boycott American goods – but for example, soda or ketchup is easier to replace than mobile phones or credit cards. .

Rising Trend: 1 in 5 Swedes Boycott American Brands