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§ 02 Recent
Latest arrivals
The Counterculture Prophet Pivots to Maintenance
The Anatomy of the 80-Year Reset
The End of the Happiness Pursuit: A Shift to Antifragility
Enshittification: Doctorow's Theory of Platform Decay
The Supreme Court's Digital Hesitation
The Clip Economy Is the Final Product
Music as Diplomacy: When Art Transcends Borders
The Individualism Trap: Why Self-Discovery Is Overrated
Faith and Fatherland in Helmerson’s Speculative Sweden
§ 03 Editor's picks
- 01Society · Dagens Nyheter
The Weight of the Runner-Up: Daniel Zaar’s Quest for Redemption
After two narrow losses in the Swedish hockey finals, Daniel Zaar and Rögle BK are pursuing a historic title run fueled by a quiet, persistent need for redemption.
- 02Society · Dagens Nyheter
The Architecture of Swedish Governance
As the Sweden Democrats eye formal cabinet positions, the country’s political "cordon sanitaire" is being replaced by a new, institutionalized reality.
- 03Society · Dagens Nyheter
The Latency of Light: Why Makeup Fails as Sun Protection
As the spring sun returns, dermatologists warn that relying on makeup for UV protection creates a false sense of security against long-term cellular damage.
- 04Society · Dagens Nyheter
The Strait of Hormuz and the Limits of Geopolitical Patience
An indefinite ceasefire between Washington and Tehran provides a temporary reprieve, but the ongoing blockade of a critical trade artery continues to pressure the global economy.
- 05Society · Dagens Nyheter
A Tenuous Truce: The Extension of the Iran Ceasefire
President Trump has agreed to prolong the cessation of hostilities, though a continued naval blockade and diplomatic absences suggest a resolution remains distant.
§ 02 The Big Read
Analysis & context
§ 05 By topic
In focus on this desk
The Slow Derailment of the Swedish Night Train
As Europe leans into rail as a climate solution, Sweden’s northern routes face cuts that are pushing travelers back toward the aviation industry.
Rethinking the Long Haul: Air New Zealand Introduces Economy Sleep Pods
To entice travelers back to the skies, Air New Zealand is introducing "Skynest" sleep pods, offering economy passengers a rare opportunity for horizontal rest on long-haul routes.
The Industrial Erosion of Flavor
Dagens NyheterThe Afterlife of the Assembly Line
Dagens Nyheter
The Great Refusal: China’s Youth Rethink the Mandate of Work
As job competition intensifies and burnout becomes a cultural norm, a generation in Beijing is questioning the traditional mandate of relentless labor.
§ 06 More stories
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The Targeted Assassination Attempt of a Ukrainian Defense Strategist
Sergej Beskrestnov, a technical advisor to Ukraine’s defense ministry, survived a drone strike at his home, signaling a shift in how technical experts are prioritized in modern warfare.
A Widening Scandal in Italian Football
Italian police have dismantled a prostitution ring with ties to dozens of Serie A players, including stars from Milan’s most prominent clubs.
Sweden’s Institutional Stress Test
A deepening rift between the governing coalition and the Council on Legislation signals a shift in the country's democratic safeguards.
The Fatigue of Perfection
In an era where the body is a negotiable asset, the democratization of beauty has led to a strange new monotony.
The Architecture of Exclusion: Israel’s New Buffer Zone in Lebanon
Israel has established a "yellow line" security zone in southern Lebanon, a unilateral move that mirrors tactics in Gaza and prevents hundreds of displaced residents from returning home.
The Algorithmic Rise of Geese
As allegations surface regarding the use of anonymous social media accounts to fuel the band’s success, the line between organic hype and digital engineering continues to blur.
Norway Suspends Swimming Competitions Involving Russian and Belarusian Athletes
The Norwegian swimming federation is calling for a regional front against the reintegration of athletes from Russia and Belarus, a move Sweden is now considering.
The Creativity of the Biosphere
Theoretical biologist Stuart Kauffman argues that the evolution of life is an unpredictable process of self-organization, not a deterministic machine.
The Strategic Resurrection of Sweden’s Inland Railway
Decades after abandoning passenger service on the Inlandsbanan, Stockholm is reinvesting hundreds of millions to secure a vital logistics artery for Nordic defense.
The Firefighter’s Return: Martin Lundberg and the Pursuit of History
After a summer spent training as a firefighter, the veteran forward has returned to Skellefteå with a chance to secure a record-breaking sixth Swedish championship.
The Ryanair Paradox: How Provocative Budgeting Conquered the Skies
After decades of weaponized austerity and public friction, Europe’s dominant low-cost carrier is attempting to trade provocation for professionalism.
The Theatre of Derision in Westminster
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a growing chorus of mockery as his defense of Peter Mandelson’s diplomatic appointment begins to fray.