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Sweden abolishes tax on plastic bags despite warnings usage could rise
Levy that reduced usage by more than three-quarters in four years fell victim to rightwing culture wars, say critics. A tax that has reduced plastic bag consumption in Sweden by more than ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Arizona county heightens security ahead of Election Day
Authorities in Arizona's Maricopa County are increasing security ahead of the election after a series of violent incidents and threats aimed at election facilities and workers in the politically ...Politics - NBC News - October 24 -
Security heightened across the U.S. on Election Day
National Guard troops have been deployed across at least 15 states and Washington, D.C., with more on standby. Nicole Sganga takes a look at how security is being ramped up for the election.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
At This Swedish Vacation Home, Architects Have Creative Freedom
A couple gives full rein over the design of their vacation home to architects whose skills they have come to trust over the years.Lifestyle - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Nobel economics prize is awarded for research into why countries succeed or fail
The Nobel memorial prize in economics has been awarded to three U.S.-based academics for research into why societies with poor rule of law and exploitative institutions do not generate sustainable ...World - ABC News - October 14 -
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Ancelotti says Mbappé 'not affected' by reports of investigation in Sweden
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says Kylian Mbappé “is not affected” by the Swedish media reports this week that said the France captain was the subject of a rape investigationSports - ABC News - October 18 -
Review: In 'Emilia Pérez,' a musical heightened by danger, passion pours out like a confession
Directed by Jacques Audiard, a Frenchman attuned to the internal turmoil of conflicted criminals, the film becomes more than the sum of its spicier elements.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 2 -
Super Micro shares plummet 18% after financial update heightens investor concerns
Super Micro's stock fell to its lowest since mid-2023 on Wednesday after the company issued unaudited quarterly results that added to investor concerns.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Far-right leader who burned copies of Qur’an goes on trial in Sweden
Rasmus Paludan is accused of incitement against an ethnic group and insult in relation to gatherings in 2022. A far-right Danish-Swedish politician who burned copies of the Qur’an in Sweden has ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Sweden will honor Blinken and others with knighthoods for their roles in its NATO accession
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and former NATO secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg will be knighted in Sweden for their role in enabling the Scandinavian country to join the world’s largest ...World - ABC News - October 22 -
Sweden’s EQT eyes deal push as it girds for wave of PE consolidation
Chief Christian Sinding says firm is weighing acquisitions of private investment groups and growth-focused investment firmsBusiness - Financial Times - October 27 -
Sweden and Norway rethink cashless society plans over Russia security fears
Rise in hybrid warfare and cyber-attacks blamed on pro-Russia groups prompt Nordic neighbours to backpedal . Sweden and Norway are backpedalling on plans for cashless societies over fears that ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
The world’s most feminist city: how Umeå in Sweden became an idyll for women
From snow-clearing to bus stops, civic furniture to football teams, women and men are considered and treated equally in this small city in Scandinavia – with the aim of making life happier for ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
Sweden scraps plans for 13 offshore windfarms over Russia security fears
Decision comes after military concludes projects would complicate defending Nato’s newest member against attack. Sweden has vetoed plans for 13 offshore windfarms in the Baltic Sea, citing ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
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One year on, we know this: Sweden’s trade unions are more than a match for Elon Musk | German Bender
This long-running strike could be resolved if Tesla recognised a simple fact that I’ve uncovered in my reporting. The US presidential election has not been the only high-stakes date looming for ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Sweden cuts its key rate by 0.5 percentage points to 2.75%, the largest reduction in over a decade
Sweden’s central bank has cut its key interest rate by half a percentage point to 2.75% in what was described as the largest reduction in over a decadeWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Yellow warnings in place as Storm Ashley hits
Warnings in Cumbria, Devon and Cornwall are issued for winds gusting up to 60mph (97km/h) and rain.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
Canadiens: Tremblay's Actions Were A Warning
Before he was appointed Montreal Canadiens' coach, Mario Tremblay couldn't help himself rubbing it in while interviewing a competitor for the job.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20 -
IMF warns of ‘round-tripping’ fears
Technique to shift risk to investors may have ‘system-wide’ impact, fund warnsBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Danny Amendola’s ‘DWTS’ Lift Inspires TikTok Dance Trend
Danny Amendola’s smooth lift on “Dancing With the Stars” spawned numerous imitators (with varying results). TikTok cautions users that it can be dangerous.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 24
