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Swedish shoe brand Morjas enters Nordstrom for U.S. launch
Founded in 2017 by Henrik Berg, Morjas has quickly built a reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting modern shoemakers. The Swedish-Spanish label blends Scandinavian minimalism with Mediterranean craftsmanship, resulting in timeless, well-built...
Sweden and China celebrate 75 years of diplomatic and trade ties
02:24 On January 14, 1950, Sweden's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Osten Unden made history when he sent a telegram to Zhou Enlai, Premier of the People's Republic of China (PRC). "The Government of Sweden is prepared to establish diplomatic...
Ukraine Amid an Energy Crisis and Waning Western Support
On October 17-18, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continued with an exchange of strikes, a key feature of which was the record-breaking activity of Russian aviation in employing KAB guided aerial bombs. According to the Ukrainian Armed...
Minnows Mjallby set to land historic first Swedish title
Mjallby AIF coach Anders Torstensson wants to keep a cool head with his club on the brink of winning a historic first Swedish title. "I don't even dare to think about it," Torstensson told AFP, with his side . With an 11-point lead over...
These Electric Car Batteries Lasting The Longest
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. One of the most common concerns about electric cars from people who haven’t bought one yet (and maybe even from EV owners) is how long the battery will last. Funny enough,...
Swedish Telco Tele2 Teams up with Skylo on IoT Service
Stefan Trampus, executive vice president, Tele2 B2B Tele2 is the latest telco to team up with a satellite player to launch a satellite-based IoT service. The Swedish telco is teaming up with Skylo to launch a new Global Satellite IoT Connectivity...
EU sues Sweden for failing to implement renewable energy rules
NY Guard Experts Mentor Swedish Division
OCTOBER 17, 2025 — In 1997, there were seven division headquarters in the Swedish Army, the “Svenska Armen.” By 2000, with the Cold War over, there were none. Sweden’s Army was now built around much smaller battalions and brigades. But when Russia...
Swedish green steel company Stegra is seeking another $1.1 billion financing
Stegra, a Swedish green steel startup, plans to raise an additional 975 million euro ($1.1 billion) for building its plant in the north of Sweden and bolstering finances. Stegra (formerly H2 Green Steel) announced last year that it had secured...
DS Smith chooses ABB for Kemsley Mill upgrade
ABB has been awarded a contract by DS Smith to provide electrification, automation, and digital solutions for a new stock preparation line at the Kemsley Paper Mill in Kent, UK. This initiative is a pivotal component of DS Smith’s £50 million...
Swedish Armed Forces takes delivery of first Gripen E fighter jet
The Swedish Armed Forces formally received their first Saab Gripen E fighter aircraft during a ceremony held at the Skaraborg Air Wing (F 7) in Såtenäs on October 20 2025, marking a major milestone in the modernization of Sweden’s air power. The...
The Secretary of Energy Is in Hot Water
(Permanent Musical Accompaniment to This Post) The administration has many seams, and several big ones are coming apart. Politico has an account of how fracking executive Chris Wright may be ill-suited to being secretary of energy. The friction,...
Swedish organic PV manufacturer secures financial boost
Indoor PV specialist Epishine has received direct funding of SEK 33.7 million ($3.46 million) from the Swedish Energy Agency towards expansion of its roll-to-roll production line. October 13, 2025 Valerie Thompson Epishine, a Swedish manufacturer...
Sweden: Tele2 to launch satellite IoT connectivity with Skylo
Tele2, in partnership with Skylo, is launching a new Global Satellite IoT Connectivity service in Sweden. The launch makes Tele2 the first Swedish operator to offer a commercial 3GPP-based direct-to-device satellite IoT solution. The service...
Swedish deputy PM says the country must ban the burqa 'while we can' and condemns 'failed integration'
The deputy prime minister of Sweden has called for a burqa ban 'while we can' as she hit out at the country's 'failed integration'. Ebba Busch, leader of the Christian Democrats, said the Scandinavian country should prohibit woman from wearing...
Swedish Firm to Deliver Carbon-Neutral Surveys for Baltic Sea OW Projects
Oct 13, 2025 (Credit: Njord Survey) Swedish offshore survey specialist Njord Survey has signed a long-term framework agreement with German transmission system operator (TSO) 50Hertz to support offshore wind development in Baltic Sea. Under the...
United Lithium Announces LOI to Acquire Uranium and Rare Earth Explorer Swedish Minerals AB, ...
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNITED LITHIUM CORP. (“United” or the “Company”) (CSE: ULTH; OTCQX: ULTHF; FWB: 0UL) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) with Swedish...
New North Carolina PFAS exposure findings as Chemours plans expansion
Listen to the audio version of this article (generated by AI). Scientists detected high levels of two under-the-radar PFAS chemicals in blood serum samples from residents of Wilmington, North Carolina, collected before the local fluorochemical...
NHL announces major updates for Penguins’ Global Series in Sweden with new fan experiences revealed
Penguins' Global Series in Sweden (NHL) The NHL has revealed exciting details for the Penguins’ upcoming Global Series in Stockholm, promising a weekend packed with hockey, entertainment, and fan experiences. From November 14-16, the city will...
ASSA ABLOY acquires U.S.-based Metal Products Inc.
STOCKHOLM—ASSA ABLOY has announced the acquisition of Metal Products Inc. (MPI), a U.S.-based manufacturer of custom-made hollow metal doors and frames. "I am very pleased to welcome MPI to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to...