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Iran war's climate impact: millions of tons of greenhouse gases
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Iran war's climate impact: millions of tons of greenhouse gases

In the first two weeks of the war in Iran alone, tons of greenhouse gases were released. Destroyed buildings and heavy fighter jets are contributing to a significant climate footprint
Increased AI use and growing concerns in Sweden
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Increased AI use and growing concerns in Sweden

More and more Swedes are using an AI chatbot each week. At the same time, concerns are growing, for example about AI-generated disinformation ahead of the election
Why Swedish politicians have changed their mind about migration
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Why Swedish politicians have changed their mind about migration

The teenage deportations have once again caused a storm over migration policy - and yet another sitting government has changed its mind. Swedish politicians have made sharp turns in immigration policy for decades
Experts: It will take months to fix the blockage in the Strait of Hormuz
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Experts: It will take months to fix the blockage in the Strait of Hormuz

Even if the Strait of Hormuz were to open, it could take months before the logistics of container traffic are restored. "It takes a long time before all the ships and containers are in the right place in the right port," says Professor Johan Woxenius
Declining support for the euro in Sweden, SOM survey shows
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Declining support for the euro in Sweden, SOM survey shows

Support for adopting the euro as Sweden's currency is falling, according to the latest SOM survey. At the same time, Swedes' positive attitudes towards the EU are at a record high
How Swedish politicians have changed their stance on migration
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How Swedish politicians have changed their stance on migration

The teenage deportations have once again caused a storm over migration policy - and yet another sitting government has changed its mind. Swedish politicians have made sharp turns in immigration policy for decades
Then the sun gives us vitamin D - 15 minutes can be enough
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Then the sun gives us vitamin D - 15 minutes can be enough

Right now, many of us living in northern Europe are at our lowest levels of vitamin D. It will be a while before we start producing this vital substance from the sun again
Security gaps - GU fined eight million kronor
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Security gaps - GU fined eight million kronor

The University of Gothenburg has been forced to pay eight million kronor in fines for serious shortcomings in its security work, several media outlets report, citing the Siren news agency.
Eileen Gu wins long-awaited Olympic gold after double silver
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Eileen Gu wins long-awaited Olympic gold after double silver

After winning silver in slopestyle and big air, freeskiing star Eileen Gu took a long-awaited Olympic gold in Livigno by winning the halfpipe final, defending the title she won at her home Olympics in Beijing four years ago.
Obesity drugs against alcoholism? New study gives hope
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Obesity drugs against alcoholism? New study gives hope

Another study suggests that obesity medication could be crucial for people with alcohol addiction. Now the diabetes and weight-loss drug Mounjaro also shows an effect on alcohol consumption in rats and mice
Eileen Gu earns fourth Olympic medal but misses out on gold
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Eileen Gu earns fourth Olympic medal but misses out on gold

With two Olympic golds, she broke through at the Beijing Olympics. Eileen Gu extended her Winter Games success with a silver in slopestyle in Livigno
Burst balloons caused major police operation at Gothenburg university building
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Burst balloons caused major police operation at Gothenburg university building

A large police operation took place on Friday evening at Grönsakstorget in central Gothenburg after loud bangs were heard from inside a university building.
AI on the verge of collapse, putting our independent thinking at risk
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AI on the verge of collapse, putting our independent thinking at risk

AI has been called “the new electricity,” but now there are warnings of a bubble about to burst. As billions roll in, technology is starting to pollute itself with digital junk - and our ability to think independently is at stake
School lunches are becoming increasingly important in Sweden, study shows
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School lunches are becoming increasingly important in Sweden, study shows

As more families face worsening finances, free school lunches are becoming increasingly important, a new study from the University of Gothenburg shows.
AI on the verge of collapse, taking our brains with it
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AI on the verge of collapse, taking our brains with it

AI has been called “the new electricity,” but now there are warnings that a bubble is about to burst. As billions roll in, technology is starting to pollute itself with digital junk - and our ability to think independently is at stake
One in ten elderly people can be offered Alzheimer's treatment
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One in ten elderly people can be offered Alzheimer's treatment

One in ten people over the age of 70 meets the criteria for being offered drug treatment for Alzheimer's – an unexpectedly high proportion, according to the Sahlgrenska Academy.
How eating disorders affect you long after diagnosis
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How eating disorders affect you long after diagnosis

People who suffer from eating disorders are at risk of suffering negative consequences even in the long term, according to a British study that aims to shed light on follow-up.
Teenage obesity may increase risk of infections as an adult
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Teenage obesity may increase risk of infections as an adult

Having a high BMI or poor fitness as a teenager may increase the risk of developing sepsis and other serious bacterial infections as an adult, according to a study at the University of Gothenburg of nearly a million boys and men.
Experts: Netanyahu's appeal extraordinary
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Experts: Netanyahu's appeal extraordinary

Large demonstrations and rampant polarization could await if Israel's corruption-indicted prime minister is pardoned. But even though Benjamin Netanyahu's appeal strains the principles of the rule of law, he has the opportunity to turn the situation around
Seal milk better than breast milk
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Seal milk better than breast milk

The milk of Atlantic grey seals is more potent than human breast milk, a study from the University of Gothenburg shows. The findings could be used to make even better breast milk substitutes for infants
BBC crisis: "Risk of eroding trust"
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BBC crisis: "Risk of eroding trust"

The British BBC is accused of misleading and biased reporting and is probably going through its worst crisis to date. Orla Vigsö, professor of media and communication studies, sees a risk that trust in public service will be widely eroded
The government gets a nod from M-municipality: "No wonder"
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The government gets a nod from M-municipality: "No wonder"

Several municipalities have rejected the government's invitation to cooperate on voluntary repatriation. This is partly due to ideological positions and partly to a lack of interest, even from M-led municipalities, believes political scientist Johan Wänström
Expert on the Harpsund debate: More aggressive now
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Expert on the Harpsund debate: More aggressive now

Ulf Kristersson's staff came down hard on Aftonbladet after the revelation that the prime minister's daughter had a private event at Harpsund. They are playing the ball a little more aggressively now than they have done before, says media researcher Marie Grusell
After the city move – colder winters in Kiruna
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After the city move – colder winters in Kiruna

Shadier streets and biting cold winds. After the move from Kiruna, the microclimate has become colder – due to urban planning
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