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The secret Nobel after-party is being held here tonight
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The secret Nobel after-party is being held here tonight

It is shrouded in myth and secrecy. At the traditional Nobel after-party, journalists are barred and photography is prohibited
Calmfors: The arguments for the euro have been strengthened
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Calmfors: The arguments for the euro have been strengthened

Sweden should join the euro, some leading economists believe in a report, financed by Timbro, which will be presented on Monday.
Journalist training paused – "major shortcomings"
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Journalist training paused – "major shortcomings"

The Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication at Stockholm University is stopping admissions to the three-year journalism program next fall. The reason is that the program has such major shortcomings that it must be fundamentally redesigned
Favored supplier in large procurement – “Absurd”
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Favored supplier in large procurement – “Absurd”

The competitors were forced to go to the existing IT supplier to obtain information necessary for a municipal procurement. “Completely absurd,” says an expert on public procurement
Fish-eating wolves: "Lived with humans"
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Fish-eating wolves: "Lived with humans"

Two ancient wolf bones found in a cave on Stora Karlsö off Gotland surprise researchers. There is much evidence that the wolves were brought there by boat by humans – and even the food they ate points to a special bond with humans
Sex buyers review crime: "Like a gadget they bought"
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Sex buyers review crime: "Like a gadget they bought"

Around 30 sites that advertise sex purchases in Sweden have been mapped in a new report. Buyers review openly – and many realize that it could be human trafficking
Advertising for weight loss drugs may violate the law
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Advertising for weight loss drugs may violate the law

Several healthcare companies in Sweden are selling subscriptions where weight loss drugs are prescribed. The companies are also advertising their subscriptions on social media, which may violate the law, reports Ekot
Citizenship test may be delayed for two years
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Citizenship test may be delayed for two years

The government's citizenship test in Swedish and social studies may be delayed, writes DN.
Those hardest hit by Covid-19 tested the least
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Those hardest hit by Covid-19 tested the least

Those at greatest risk of becoming seriously ill with COVID-19 were those who tested the least, leading to an undercount of the number of people infected, according to a new study.
"Everyone drinks" – not anymore
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"Everyone drinks" – not anymore

For several years, young people's alcohol consumption has decreased - but despite this, the perception that "everyone drinks" remains. It is difficult to compare with previous generations, says Mojtaba Ghodsi, CEO of IQ, whose recent report shows that young people continue to drink less and alcohol loses its status
Johan Rockström Named Swede of the Year by Swedes Worldwide
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Johan Rockström Named Swede of the Year by Swedes Worldwide

Environmental and climate researcher Johan Rockström is appointed "Swede of the year", an award given by the organisation Swedes in the world.
Eat Sustainably: Tips from EAT-Lancet for a Healthier Planet
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Eat Sustainably: Tips from EAT-Lancet for a Healthier Planet

A large part of today's environmental problems can be attributed to food, according to the major research report EAT-Lancet. This is what you can put on your plate if you want to live healthily and environmentally friendly, according to the study
Russia Not Exempt from International Law Despite Finland Court Ruling
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Russia Not Exempt from International Law Despite Finland Court Ruling

Helsinki District Court lacked jurisdiction to sentence the captain of the tanker Eagle S for several cable breaks in the Gulf of Finland. But it does not mean that it is free for Russia to do as they want on international waters, according to an expert
Green Diet and Less Meat Key to Saving the Planet, Report Finds
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Green Diet and Less Meat Key to Saving the Planet, Report Finds

Researchers have cracked the code for how we can become healthier, strengthen the economy and save the planet at the same time. The solution is our food, according to a new giant report
Swedbank Economist Criticizes Swedish Budget as Ineffective
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Swedbank Economist Criticizes Swedish Budget as Ineffective

The Tidö parties' budget initiative is larger than many had thought beforehand. The content is, however, far from what the Swedish economy needs, according to several assessors
Kebnekaise South Peak Shrinks 1.5 Meters This Year
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Kebnekaise South Peak Shrinks 1.5 Meters This Year

Kebnekaise's south peak continues to sink. According to this year's measurement of the glacier, the peak has shrunk by 1
Bark Beetles Warming Swedish Forests, Study Reveals
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Bark Beetles Warming Swedish Forests, Study Reveals

The notorious pine bark beetles do not only kill millions of trees in Sweden – they also affect the local climate and make the forest warmer, shows a new study.
Kristersson's Trust Damaged Despite Landerholm's Acquittal
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Kristersson's Trust Damaged Despite Landerholm's Acquittal

The acquittal of Henrik Landerholm is a relief for Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party). But the trust is damaged – and the case can live on into the election year, according to professor of political science Tommy Möller
Vasaloppet Added to Swedish Cultural Canon as Sports Contribution
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Vasaloppet Added to Swedish Cultural Canon as Sports Contribution

Vasaloppet is the sports contribution in the proposal for a Swedish cultural canon, which was presented on Tuesday. Vasaloppet is a reasonable choice, says Jens Ljunggren, professor of sports history
Girls' School Performance Declines in Recent Years, Report Finds
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Girls' School Performance Declines in Recent Years, Report Finds

Girls' school results have – perhaps unexpectedly for many – deteriorated in recent years, according to a new report. It is very worrying, says Lars Thornberg, unit manager at the National Agency for Education
Researchers Find Unique Star Missing Common Elements in Universe
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Researchers Find Unique Star Missing Common Elements in Universe

Researchers have found a unique star that lacks the most common elements in the universe. The star is located about 2 billion light-years from Earth
Universities Criticize Government's Citizenship Test Assignment
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Universities Criticize Government's Citizenship Test Assignment

Stockholm University's management is strongly critical of the government's decision to let educational institutions design tests for those who want to become Swedish citizens.
Israel's Responsibilities in Gaza Amid Occupation Debate
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Israel's Responsibilities in Gaza Amid Occupation Debate

Israel's government does not want to call the plan now being staged to take control of Gaza city an occupation. But that is exactly what it is, according to Melanie O'Brien, associate professor of international law at the University of Western Australia
Heat Waves to Hit Europe Earlier as Summers Lengthen
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Heat Waves to Hit Europe Earlier as Summers Lengthen

Summer's heat waves continue to press Europe – and this year they struck extra early. The clear trend shows that the European summer will become increasingly longer
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