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Richard Orange is a journalist based in Malmö, Sweden.
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What's open and what's closed in Denmark over Easter weekend?
Denmark, despite its secular appearance, observes religious holidays strictly, with most shops closed during Easter except on Easter Saturday. Schools are off from March 25th to April 1st. Restaurants and hotels generally remain open, and most museums extend their hours. Major supermarkets close on key Easter days, but smaller local grocery stores and certain convenience stores may remain open. Museums like Den Gamle By, National Museum, and Viking Ship Museum maintain regular hours, while others like Glyptoteket and Louisiana Museum of Modern Art adjust their schedules. Medical services are limited, with primary care centers closed, but emergency services are available.
More than 20 British citizens 'absconded' after orders to leave Sweden
Swedish police report that 22 UK citizens with expulsion orders have absconded, avoiding authorities, out of 38 open cases. Nearly 4,000 British nationals have been ordered to leave EU and Schengen area countries post-Brexit, with Sweden accounting for 1,185. Brits are less than a tenth of the 36,000 people given expulsion orders in Sweden since early 2021, with about 24,000 known to have left. Sweden's Migration Minister suggests changing the four-year expiration of expulsion orders to prevent individuals from hiding and reapplying for residency.
FACT CHECK: Are immigrants in Sweden less willing to defend the country?
The article examines the willingness of immigrants in Sweden to defend the country, referencing multiple studies and surveys. The Swedish Defence Conscription and Assessment Agency's survey indicates a lower willingness among those with foreign-born parents compared to native Swedes. However, the Swedish Defence Research Agency and Uppsala University studies suggest no significant difference or even a higher willingness among foreign-born citizens. The World Values Survey shows stable willingness to fight for Sweden over decades, unaffected by immigration levels. The article highlights the complexity and varying results of different studies on this topic.
FACT CHECK: Are immigrants in Sweden less willing to defend the country?
The article examines the willingness of immigrants in Sweden to defend the country, referencing multiple studies and surveys. The Swedish Defence Conscription and Assessment Agency's survey indicates a lower willingness among those with foreign-born parents compared to native-born Swedes. However, other studies, including those by the Swedish Defence Research Agency and Uppsala University, suggest no significant difference or even a higher willingness among foreign-born citizens. The World Values Survey shows a stable willingness to defend Sweden over decades, unaffected by immigration levels.
Fact check: Which party is to blame for Sweden's historic high migration?
Sweden's two main political parties, the Social Democrats and the Moderates, are accusing each other of being responsible for the country's high levels of migration. The article examines the history of migration policy in Sweden, noting that the number of migrants rose sharply under the Moderate-led government from 2006-2014 and hit record levels during the Social Democrat-led government in the 2015-2016 migration crisis. Both parties have had periods of liberal migration policies, with significant laws and reforms enacted under each. The article also highlights the influence of major conflicts on migration patterns and the shift in both parties towards a more restrictive approach after 2014.
Truck driver freed from Sweden's snow gridlock after 20 hours
A truck driver named Nordström was stranded for 20 hours on the E22 road in Skåne, Sweden, due to a severe blizzard. Up to 1,000 vehicles were stuck, and the Armed Forces were dispatched to assist. Nordström, who had no food or medicine, received help from a Dutch couple and eventually escaped with the aid of a local farmer. The snowstorm was the worst in Skåne since 1979.
Truck driver freed from Sweden's snow gridlock after 20 hours
A truck driver named Nordström was trapped in a snow gridlock on Sweden's E22 road for 20 hours during a blizzard. Despite expecting the traffic to have been cleared, he found himself among 1,000 stranded vehicles. Without a bed in his truck and lacking food or medicine, he relied on the kindness of a Dutch couple and a local farmer for assistance. The farmer eventually helped Nordström and the Dutch couple escape by creating a passageway through the snow. Nordström, who has been driving for 30 years, stated he had never experienced such severe weather in the southern counties of Skåne and Blekinge.
Will the King of Norway be the next Nordic royal to abdicate?
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark's abdication due to health issues has sparked speculation about whether Norway's King Harald V might follow suit. Despite his significant health problems, including multiple surgeries and recent sick leaves, experts believe it is unlikely that Harald will abdicate, citing his repeated insistence on serving until death. The article also touches on the popularity of other Nordic royals, noting that while Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria is more popular than her father, King Carl XVI Gustaf, Norway's King Harald remains highly admired, surpassing even international figures like Barack Obama.
The new job titles which could get you a residency permit in Denmark
Denmark's 'Positive List for People with a Higher Education' has expanded from 31 to 72 job titles, and the 'Positive List for Skilled Work' from 35 to 38 titles, effective from January 1st. These lists, updated biannually, are crucial for non-EU individuals seeking Danish work permits in in-demand professions. The Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) will maintain the jobs on the higher education list until at least 2024 or 2025, depending on the job.
Why Denmark's king-to-be cannot expect a lavish UK-style coronation
Denmark's upcoming royal transition will not feature a lavish coronation like in the UK. The country abolished coronation ceremonies in 1660 and further reduced royal pomp with the shift to a constitutional monarchy in 1849. On January 14th, Queen Margrethe II will formally abdicate, making Crown Prince Frederik the new king, Frederik X. The subdued ceremony will include a balcony appearance at Christiansborg Castle, but details remain uncertain as this is Denmark's first abdication since 1523.
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