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Swedish minister reveals teenage son linked to extremist groups
Sweden's migration minister says he will not resign after it was revealed his teenage son has links to white supremacist groups. Johan Forssell on Thursday confirmed that the person named by the anti-racism watchdog Expo recently as being a "close...

The peace deal that put women first: What Colombia taught the world
A group of about 20 women holding banners calling for inclusive peace in Colombia. Over 1500 women helped shape Colombia’s national action plan on women peace and security. Photo: UN Women/Juan Camilo Arias Cantadora singers in Tumaco rehearse on...

Poland Women vs Denmark Women Prediction and Betting Tips | July 12th 2025
Poland Women will face Denmark Women at the Swissporarena on Saturday in the final group-stage game of their 2025 Women's European Championship campaign. The Eaglesses' debut appearance at a major tournament has not gone according to plan, as they...

India U-20 Women’s Team Departs for Uzbekistan Friendlies Ahead of AFC Qualifiers
The Indian U-20 women’s football team will play two friendlies against Uzbekistan in Tashkent, preparing for the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers in Myanmar in August 2025 Hyderabad: The Indian under-20 women’s team will play two friendly...

India has historically demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights—Justice Surya Kant in Sweden
New Delhi: Addressing a gathering in the Swedish capital of Stockholm, Supreme Court judge Surya Kant said India “has historically demonstrated a strong commitment” to human rights, while some countries with “rigid immigration policies” and a...

UN report: 40% of Moroccans couldn’t have children when they wanted
Morocco faces a significant fertility challenge, with nearly 40% of people reporting they couldn’t have children at their preferred time, and over 50% experiencing unintended pregnancies. According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)...

Swedish Court Allows Violent Migrant To Stay Despite Multiple Crimes
A migrant from Eritrea with a long history of violent behaviour will be allowed to stay in Sweden after a court overturned his deportation order. Ahmed Ibrahim Ahmed, 27, arrived in Sweden as a refugee in December 2018 after claiming to have...

Ex-England women's star whose daughters 'didn't know she played football' celebrated
Growing up, Morag ‘Maggie’ Pearce’s daughters did not even realise their mother had played football, but the trailblazing icon has plenty of stories to tell. With women’s football rapidly growing in visibility, the pioneering side Pearce was part...

10 out of 10 Patients with Congenital Deafness Have Hearing Restored in Children’s Gene Therapy Trial
Yunus Tug for Unsplash+ A trial investigating the potential for a gene therapy to correct congenital deafness in children and young adults saw all 10 participants gain auditory ability, and allowed them to hear the sound of falling rain or their...

Paradoxical That Countries With Harsh Immigration Laws & Excessive Force Use Claim To Be Human Rights Champions : Justice Surya Kant
Justice Surya Kant, Judge of the Supreme Court, addressing an international audience, said that India has historically demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights, rooted in its constitutional framework and heritage, even much before...

What brands should know about fans at the Women’s Euros
With the Women’s Euros underway, Tara Parashar at Ear to the Ground explains how brands can best connect with fans of the burgeoning game. Women’s football fandom is unique. It’s joyful, intentional, and totally different from what we’ve seen in...

Why ragging still thrives: A look at power, fear, and college campus culture
Ragging in India has long crossed the line from harmless pranks to emotional and physical abuse. Despite strong laws, national helplines, and public outrage, the practice continues to claim lives and scar students, often in the name of tradition...

‘Beauty is a culture’: Maison BETC’s boss Florence Bellisson on career in luxury mar...
Today is a pivotal moment in Bellisson’s career as BETC unveils The Maison BETC Network, which will bring together 120 creatives in its New York, Paris and Shanghai offices.Florence Bellisson describes her career as a “journey” that will “never be...

Where to watch Finland vs. Switzerland: UEFA Women’s Euro free stream
Finland and Switzerland both look to secure a spot in the knockout round during their UEFA Women’s Euro matchup Thursday. The group stage match will begin at 3 p.m. ET, with the winner likely facing Spain in the quarterfinals. How to watch: Fans...

Sweden’s migration minister ‘shocked’ by teenage son’s far-right activism
Sweden’s migration minister has said he is “shocked and horrified” after discovering his teenage son’s involvement in far-right extremist groups. Johan Forssell, whose centre-right party runs a governing coalition that depends on the support of...

Scientists have discovered that the frequency of children's crying is determined by genetics
Swedish researchers from Uppsala University conducted a large-scale study, examining data from almost a thousand twin infants to understand the nature of infant crying and the factors that influence babies' sleep. The study involved 998 twins,...

Baptize America Pastor Says Revival Begins with Repentance and the Local Church
California pastor Mark Francey, founder of the evangelism group Baptize America, emphasized the importance of water baptisms and the necessity of healthy local churches for evangelism and revival. On Pentecost Sunday last month, Francey led a...

Soccer-Rolfo return boosts Sweden ahead of Germany showdown
OBERENTFELDEN, Switzerland (Reuters) -Sweden's Fridolina Rolfo may have only managed 13 minutes plus stoppage time against Poland at the Women's Euros so far, but the return of flying wingerfrom an ankle injury has been a shot in the arm for the...

A Home for Swedish Immigrants at 2342 Cliff Drive
For nearly 90 years, the members of the Ahlman family have made this cottage on the corner of Cliff Drive and Flora Vista Drive their home. Sven Gustaf Ahlman built the home in 1937. He was an immigrant from Sweden who started a grocery business...
KZN youngsters overcome challenges to compete at the prestigious Gothia Cup in Sweden
Eight KwaZulu-Natal youngsters will depart Johannesburg’s O.R.Tambo International Airport for Sweden, on Friday, for the Gothia Cup soccer tournament taking place from Sunday. Zarina Agherdien, coordinator of the Bluff-based team, the KZN Lyons,...