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Erdogan's Crackdown on CHP Sparks Concerns Over Turkey's Democracy
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Erdogan's Crackdown on CHP Sparks Concerns Over Turkey's Democracy

President Erdogan's tightening grip on Turkey has so far mainly targeted the Kurds. That he is now taking on the old state-bearing party CHP is "new and very disturbing", says Turkey expert Jenny White
This is how it went for the "party Swedes"
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This is how it went for the "party Swedes"

A good deal in the short term – but slightly worse over time. The so-called "party Swedes" who were lured by well-paid jobs in Norway around 2010 often fell behind when they went home again, according to a study
Planted stolen corals: "Impressive"
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Planted stolen corals: "Impressive"

Researchers have managed to plant out red coral that was harvested illegally. Ten years later, they can conclude that the project was successful
Sweden's Plan to Combat Youth Crime: New Training for Social Workers
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Sweden's Plan to Combat Youth Crime: New Training for Social Workers

All future social workers should be trained in youth criminality. This is acute, says Education Minister Johan Pehrson (The Liberals)
Multiresistant bacteria spreads at Sahlgrenska
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Multiresistant bacteria spreads at Sahlgrenska

In recent months, around 50 patients have been infected with a multiresistant bacterium at Sahlgrenska University Hospital (SU).
After Örebro Tragedy: We Need to Adjust the Radar
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After Örebro Tragedy: We Need to Adjust the Radar

To prevent school shootings in the future, society needs to get better at reading the signals that people send out. There is much to learn from countries like the USA, researchers believe
Proposal: Let Property Tax Finance the Defense
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Proposal: Let Property Tax Finance the Defense

Increased taxes, deficit targets or a Swedish equivalent to Elon Musk's downsizing institute Doge? Tough choices and priorities are to be expected when Sweden needs to invest even more in defense. This is what some of the country's leading economists think
Climate goals cannot be tried in Swedish court
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Climate goals cannot be tried in Swedish court

The notable Aurora case cannot be taken up in court, announces the Supreme Court. It is a setback for the environmental movement
Dyslexia Researcher Receives Reading Prize
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Dyslexia Researcher Receives Reading Prize

After Örebro Tragedy: We Need to Adjust the Radar
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After Örebro Tragedy: We Need to Adjust the Radar

To prevent school shootings in the future, society needs to get better at reading the signals that people send out. There is much to learn from countries like the USA, researchers believe
Now you can measure your love relationship scientifically
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Now you can measure your love relationship scientifically

How good is your relationship with your partner? Answer seven questions and get the answers. Just in time for Valentine's Day, researchers have developed a self-test for love relationships
Trump plans to introduce steel tariffs
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Trump plans to introduce steel tariffs

President Donald Trump claims that the USA will introduce tariffs of 25 percent on all imports of steel and aluminum. The tariffs apply to all countries
The Ladies' Trick: Large Belly and Hairy Legs
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The Ladies' Trick: Large Belly and Hairy Legs

Female flies attract males by inflating their abdomen. The males, in turn, sharpen their vision to see through the bluff
Expert on Trump's Gaza Plan: No Difference from Crimea
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Expert on Trump's Gaza Plan: No Difference from Crimea

The USA is to take over the Gaza Strip and transform it into the "Riviera of the Middle East", claims Donald Trump. It is without a doubt the most absurd proposal I have seen from a political leader during my lifetime, says Professor of International Law Pål Wrange
Criminologist: The Örebro Murders Have Historic Magnitude
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Criminologist: The Örebro Murders Have Historic Magnitude

One of the worst murders in Sweden's history – and something that will likely leave equally deep impressions as the murder of Olof Palme and the terrorist attack on Drottninggatan. It is the first time something of this magnitude occurs in Sweden, notes criminologist Sven Granath
Kuylenstierna becomes new head of the Environmental Protection Agency
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Kuylenstierna becomes new head of the Environmental Protection Agency

Genetic diversity is decreasing – risking extinction
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Genetic diversity is decreasing – risking extinction

Birds and mammals worldwide are threatened when genetic variation decreases. The less variation, the greater the risk that species cannot cope with environmental changes
So Sweden can be hit by Trump's tariffs
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So Sweden can be hit by Trump's tariffs

If President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on the EU, the Swedish steel and automotive industry may be affected. At the same time, an upward inflation pressure could make it more difficult to continue with interest rate cuts
The Goal: Solving the Mystery of the Missing Love Letter
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The Goal: Solving the Mystery of the Missing Love Letter

The love letter that was thrown out in a cylinder from the balloon during Andrée's legendary polar expedition in 1897 has been missing without a trace. Now researchers hope to get closer to the mystery and the letter through a new analysis of the wind during the balloon journey
The Goal: Solving the Mystery of the Missing Love Letter
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The Goal: Solving the Mystery of the Missing Love Letter

The love letter that was thrown out in a capsule from the balloon during Andrée's legendary polar expedition in 1897 has been missing without a trace. Now researchers hope to get closer to the mystery and the letter through a new analysis of the wind during the balloon journey
Proposal against gang crime criticized: "Not smart"
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Proposal against gang crime criticized: "Not smart"

The criticism is heavy against the proposals that aim to tackle various stages of crime, for example, murder plans in chats. The government's purpose is to get more convicted for gang crimes, but the proposals are sweeping and make completely everyday things into tools for aiding and abetting, according to the critics
Criminologist: Frenzied attacks have no explanation
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Criminologist: Frenzied attacks have no explanation

A woman was stabbed to death at her workplace in a food store. The suspected perpetrator was arrested immediately, and according to the prosecutor, there is no known connection between the victim and the suspect
Summer's Election Luck Gives Hope for the Arctic Fox
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Summer's Election Luck Gives Hope for the Arctic Fox

In nearly a hundred years, the wolverine has been protected. For a while, it was almost extinct, but now a small bright spot is emerging – last summer, there was a breeding success in the mountains
Don't be afraid – the mobile is safe in the electronics recycling bins
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Don't be afraid – the mobile is safe in the electronics recycling bins

Many receive a new phone or computer as a Christmas gift. The old one ends up in a box with one, two or more despite the fact that it should be handed over for recycling
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