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France becomes the first country in Europe to officially ban social media for under-15s

Other EU countries such as Greece, Slovenia and Sweden are planning to restrict minors' access to social media.

Euronews

The Clubs With the Most Goals Scored at the 2026 World Cup

A number of players from the biggest clubs in the world contributed to the highest scoring World Cup in history.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal, Pelé, Mbappé and more, all-time youngest players to feature in finals

With the upcoming final, Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí are poised to etch their names into the World Cup record books as the youngest-ever finalists. They step into a rarefied circle of players under twenty, sharing the stage with legends like Pelé from 1958 and Kylian Mbappé from 2018,…

The Economic Times

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How do citizens of NATO countries view the alliance?

NATO has often been in the headlines in recent years, amid Russia's war in Ukraine and US President Donald Trump's threats against fellow member states and other crises. While citizens' opinions of the military alliance are generally positive, there are significant difference between countries.

Euronews

He had the money to buy a private jet, yet this billionaire preferred economy flights, took home free packets of salt and pepper from restaurants

IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad lived a remarkably simple life despite his vast fortune. He consistently chose flea market clothes and economy travel, setting a personal example. Kamprad reused tea bags and ate at IKEA cafeterias, avoiding expensive dining options. His thrifty habits stemmed from his upbringing in rural southern Sweden.…

The Times of India

Not Philadelphia, this is where the United States started: Inside the long-lost colony that is the true birthplace of American ideology

Philadelphia's rich narrative isn't solely tied to its founding fathers' legacy; it also encompasses the short-lived Swedish colony of Nya Sverige. This settlement, which lasted seventeen years, pioneered the design of the log cabin, revolutionizing early American architecture. Furthermore, Swedish settlers introduced Lutheran Christianity and instigated critical early colonial rebellions,…

The Times of India

Following years of wildfires, Europe must 'diversify' landscapes and strengthen land management

For Spotlight, François Picard is pleased to welcome Johan Sjöström, Senior Research Scientist at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. He argues that the devastating wildfires affecting northern France are not an isolated anomaly but part of a "new normal" for Europe. His focus moves beyond extreme weather to examine the…

France 24

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Heavy traffic turns flower-rich road verges into bumblebee traps, and in southern Sweden, scientists found dead bees outnumbered live ones at about 4,000 vehicles a day

Flower-covered roadsides attract bumblebees but become ecological traps with heavy traffic. A Swedish study found increased bumblebee mortality along busier roads. Nests were found near quieter roads offering similar floral resources safely. Conservation efforts should prioritize low-traffic roads for pollinator protection. Natural meadows remain the best habitats for bumblebee activity…

The Times of India

Composting and water cremation: how the eco credentials of alternatives to burial add up

There’s a growing interest in alternatives to traditional burials as well as making the process more environmentally friendly in many countries. For many people it’s about the environmental impact of the funeral industry globally.

The Conversation

Sweden prides itself on equality – so why is its political gender gap growing?

As general election looms, survey shows twice as many men as women support far-right Sweden Democrats

The Guardian - UK

Willing to pay: Europe faces the bill for backing Ukraine without the US

Forget last week's Nato summit, where Donald Trump put the alliance through another rollercoaster. It's Bastille Day in Paris, with the “Coalition of the willing” – Nato minus the United States – gathering for a more measured summit on the eve of the traditional military parade down the Champs-Élysées, where…

France 24

You can currently buy three of my all-time favorite microstrategy games for $10

God bless Sweden.

PC Gamer

Maggot cheese, fermented fish, pig's stomach: these delicacies are not for the faint-hearted

Fermented fish, maggot cheese and slippery comfort food: Europe’s cuisines offer dishes that repel some and fascinate others, as Berlin’s Disgusting Food Museum shows.

Euronews

England’s tortured relationship with quarter-finals is over – but beating Norway would break new ground

England shattered their old glass ceiling with successive deep runs under Gareth Southgate, writes Richard Jolly, and are back at this telling stage with Thomas Tuchel at the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

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Medieval babies and adults buried together in Sweden were not related, archaeologists discover — raising big questions about early Christian burial practices

In an unexpected discovery, researchers found that three medieval Swedish cemeteries held children buried with unrelated adults.

The Times of India

Sweden changed the entire country from left-hand to right-hand driving in a single morning in 1967 because nearly all neighbouring countries already drove on the right and most Swedish cars had left-side steering, making overtaking on its old roads dangerously difficult.

Sweden successfully transitioned to right-hand traffic on September 3, 1967, during Dagen H. This major traffic reform involved years of planning and extensive public education campaigns. The change aimed to improve road safety and align with neighboring countries' driving practices. Despite initial public opposition, the government prioritized safety and international…

The Times of India

Earth is slowly swallowing an entire Arctic town in Sweden, and authorities are moving Kiruna building by building as the world’s largest underground iron ore mine cracks and destabilises the ground beneath it.

Kiruna, Sweden, is moving its entire town due to ground instability caused by iron ore mining. This massive engineering project involves relocating buildings and infrastructure to a safer location. The relocation aims to preserve cultural heritage while ensuring residents' continuity. It highlights the consequences of resource extraction and the need…

International Business Times UK

Kylian Mbappé's Viral Facial Close-Up Photo Sparks Steroid Allegations—Fans Say It's 'Razor Bumps' From Shaving

A viral photo of Kylian Mbappé during a World Cup match sparked online debates, with some alleging steroid use and others attributing the facial bumps to common razor bumps.

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The Economic Times

Did ancient humans bring wolves across the sea? Scientists discover 5,000-year-old remains on this remote island

Archaeologists have stumbled upon ancient wolf remains on a remote island in Sweden, linking back to a time between three thousand and five thousand years ago. The discovery has led researchers to propose that humans possibly brought these wolves over by boat. Notably, the wolves' diet consisted largely of marine…

Euronews

Unvisited Sweden: New map reveals the nature spots far, far away from the crowds

In a bid to ease pressure on popular destinations, a new project highlights 24 locations in Sweden where you’re incredibly unlikely to run into anybody else.

Metal Hammer

Hear Viking death metal berserkers Amon Amarth go fully acoustic on shocking new ballad Upphaf

The Swedes call it a “quiet moment” ahead of the “fury” of their as-yet-unannounced 13th album

The Times of India

Sweden planted colourful garden lupins across roadsides and disturbed land to control erosion, but after more than 100 years, scientists say the fast-spreading flowers now dominate native meadows, leaving fewer native plants for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Sweden's roadside lupins, introduced for soil stabilisation, now spread aggressively across meadows. These invasive plants reduce native flora diversity and negatively impact insect populations. Garden lupins create dense canopies, blocking sunlight and altering soil chemistry for wildflowers. This ecological imbalance affects pollinators like bees and butterflies, which rely on diverse…

International Business Times

Inside Sesh's Independent Bet Against Big Tobacco's Nicotine Pouch Playbook

Nicotine products are difficult to market like ordinary consumer packaged goods. Brand awareness still matters, but the channels available to reach adult consumers are narrower, more regulated and more sensitive than they are for coffee, energy drinks or grooming products.

The Times of India

10 coldest countries in the world 2026: Russia, Canada, Iceland and more

There is no single reason a country ends up among the coldest on Earth. In some cases, the explanation lies in geography, with vast territories stretching towards the Arctic. Elsewhere, towering mountain ranges keep temperatures low despite being far from the polar regions. Annual temperature averages often reveal a different…

The Times of India

Uyghur groups escalate global campaign against China's Ethnic Unity Law

China's newly enacted Ethnic Unity Law has provoked significant global advocacy from Uyghur communities. The World Uyghur Congress is mobilizing support from European and Japanese policymakers to address urgent issues of cultural repression and forced assimilation. Recent delegations have engaged with officials in Sweden and participated in the World Congress…

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