News for Sweden The dazzling diversity of the DiasporaSwedish writer talks about her Jewish journey, the joy of sharing the stories of the people she meets, and what Israel means to her. As death toll rises, Swedish citizens' confidence in government dropsVarious regulations already in place, but PM insists his government "does not believe in total lockdown." Iran rejects Swedish 'interference' in execution of accused spyIran says Sweden's call to stop execution of academic accused of spying is "unacceptable". Sweden asks Iran to cancel execution of accused spySweden's foreign minister speaks to Iranian counterpart about planned execution of Iranian-Swedish professor sentenced to death for spying. COVID surge in Sweden, 'It's going to get worse' says PMAs the number daily infections hit new highs, Sweden announces stricter regulations, but won't consider full lockdown.'Zero mortality in 1.8 million children attending schools in Sweden since March'Prof. Martin Kulldorff: 'Focus protection on the high-risk group.' Sweden allocates $1.1 million to start work on its first Holocaust museumSwedish Culture Ministry to fund collecting documents and interviewing Holocaust survivors to make up Holocaust museum’s exhibits. The myth of a Social-Democratic America - it won't workGiven the multiracial and multiethnic character of America, the end-result of applying a Scandinavian model would be toxic. Opinion. Sweden's chief epidemiologist: 'We are happy with our strategy' on Covid-19Dr. Anders Tegnell, in charge of Sweden's strategy on Covid-19, defends his country's specific approach. Watch: Muslims riot in MalmoMuslims hold violent riots in Malmo, Sweden, protesting 'anti-Islam' activities. PA Mufti condemns Koran desecration in EuropeThe Mufti of Palestine warns of religious conflict after Korans destroyed in Sweden and Norway. Sweden to weigh freedom of speech vs copyright infringement in unusual lawsuitSweden seizes book by Jewish comedian criticizing war-time collaboration. Anders Tegnell: Sweden 'could have done better' handling coronavirusSwedish state epidemiologist Anders Tegnell says country 'could have done better,' would aim for a better middle ground if given the chance. Number of coronavirus deaths in Sweden is highest per capita in the worldSweden's death rate per million people is significantly higher than the global death rate, topping even that of Italy and the US.Sweden: Anders Tegnell admits country 'is in a terrible situation'Former state epidemiologist says Swedish ideal of herd immunity was 'like a dream, with very little basis in reality.' Jackie Jakubowski, editor of Swedish Jewish magazine, dies at 68Jackie Jakubowski ,the editor of Sweden's Jewish Chronicle and author of a number of books on Jewish culture, dead at 68. Sweden’s only Jewish camp reverses decision to close this summerSweden's Jewish summer camp says it will allow limited number of campers, in accordance with new government decision. As Sweden's death rate rises, the country defends its refusal to lock down'I don't think their policies are the right ones,' Bill Gates said of Sweden. But Swedes aren't listening. Analysis. Europe’s elderly are abandoned like lambs in a slaughterhouseThey are denied treatment, but also a place in victim statistics. As if not only had they lost the right to life, but as if they didn't exist. Anti-Semitism - on Sweden's 'Big Brother' reality showIn Sweden, where anti-Semitism has risen, ‘Big Brother’ catches contestants confessing Jew-hatred. The first ‘Harry Potter’ book is now available in YiddishSwedish publisher releases first-ever Yiddish version of Harry Potter. Swedish-Jewish woman, 60, fights off 3 purse snatchersAttackers succeed in stealing Star of David pendant, fail to steal purse from woman while spouting anti-Semitic abuse.Bag with Star of David and soap left outside Swedish Holocaust day displayBag with Star of David and soap left outside Swedish Holocaust day display. Swedish city earmarks $2 million to protect Jewish communityMalmo, a Swedish city with a significant Muslim population, to spend $2 million fighting anti-Semitism. Stickers shaped like yellow stars placed in ScandinaviaStickers shaped like yellow stars that Nazis made Jews wear during the Holocaust placed on multiple Jewish sites in Denmark and Sweden.In first, imam to attend Holocaust commemoration event in SwedenMalmo imam confirms attendance at Kirstallnacht Holocaust commemoration event.Anti-Semitic hate crimes in Sweden rise by 53% to all-time highJews are targets of 4% of all hate crimes in Sweden despite making only 0.2% of the population.Swedish FM: BDS is not anti-SemiticSweden’s newly appointed foreign minister says she wants to strengthen ties with Israel, but also believes BDS is legitimate. Rabbis: Push to ban circumcision shows 'lack of tolerance'Conference of European Rabbis responds to Swedish push to ban circumcision, says it represents 'request for Jews to leave Sweden.' OU condemns Swedish party's proposed circumcision banLeadership of Orthodox Union expresses deep concern over Swedish Centre Party’s vote to fight the non-medical circumcision of boys.Jewish leaders appalled by Swedish anti-circumcision legislationConference of Presidents condemns Swedish political party which voted in favor of banning circumcision.A Swedish political party says it will fight to ban circumcisionSwedish Center Party votes overwhelmingly to ban circumcision. Jewish leaders warn move 'would make Jewish life impossible.' Rosh Hashanah Rescue 1943In Denmark, planned arrests were set for Wednesday night, October 1-the first night of Rosh Hashanah. The Nazis assumed that the Jews would be in their homes that day celebrating the holiday. The Danes thought differently. Anti-Israel Swedish FM to step downSweden’s Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom announces she will resign from her post to spend more time with her family.Swedish imam fined for calling Jews ‘offspring of apes and pigs’Swedish court fines imam for anti-Semitic speech at anti-Israel protest following murder of Israeli policemen on Temple Mount. Report: Iran to release seized British oil tankerSweden officials say Stena Impero, captured by Revolutionary Guards in July, will be released soon. North Korea releases detained Australian studentAlex Sigley, 29, is released following the intervention of Sweden, one of the few countries with an embassy in North Korea.Neo-Nazis disrupt exhibition of Holocaust survivors’ portraitsNeo-Nazis in Sweden block entrance to an exhibition of portraits of Holocaust survivors, intimidate visitors already viewing the display. Sweden bans smoking in public placesSwedish ban requires premises owners to enforce law or face penalties, as government aims for a smoke-free country by 2025.Malmo Jewish Community may need to dissolve itselfHead of Jewish Community in Swedish city says a shutdown of the community is a "possible scenario".Philanthropists donate $4 million to protect JewsPhilanthropists donate $4 million to keep Jews safe in Malmo, Sweden. Watch: Chabad couple in Sweden fined $67,000 for homeschooling"The absurdity here cries out to the Heavens because the city knows the quality education we give to our children,' Rabbi Namdar says. New: A Swedish McDonald's - for beesMcDonald's opened the world's smallest fast food store, specifically for bees. Sweden to host anti-Semitism conference'Anti-Semitism is a poison for all of society,' Swedish PM Lofven says.Swedish PM to visit Malmo after chants of ‘crushing Zionism’Stefan Lofven says he will visit city to discuss chants about 'crushing Zionism' by supporters of his party at a rally there. Swedish journalist insists UN says Tel Aviv is Israel’s capitalEditor of Swedish news site doubles down on claim that Tel Aviv is Israel's capital, claiming UN recognizes Tel Aviv as Israeli capital. Sweden to get its first Holocaust memorial ‘stumbling stones’First 3 brass plates to be placed in front of homes of Jewish Holocaust victims in Sweden. Sweden stabber's mother: Son is suffering 'psychiatric crisis'Stabbing of Jewish woman in Sweden ‘not about religion,’ suspect’s mom says. Suspect arrested in stabbing of Jewish woman in SwedenDanish police nab Muslim man suspected of stabbing Jewish northwest of Malmo in Sweden. Authorities not treating incident as hate crime.Swedish police identify attacker who stabbed Jewish womanPolice investigating stabbing which left Jewish woman critically wounded as a hate crime.Jewish woman wounded in stabbing attack in SwedenWoman stabbed nine times in attempted murder in Swedish city of Helsingborg. Police beef up security around local Jewish institutions. What it’s like to go to Sweden’s only Jewish overnight campCampers say camp gives them Jewish friends, identity, when many had none prior.Swedish hospital official quits amid anti-Semitism allegationsDepartment chief at Swedish university hospital resigns after being accused of bullying Jewish staff members with 'obvious anti-Semitism'. Swedish surgeon accused of bullying Jewish employeesSenior physician at Swedish university accused of singling out Jewish employees, expressing 'obvious and open anti-Semitism'. Pro-Israel Swedish flotilla arrives in HerzliyaSwedish pro-Israel flotilla docks in Herzliya Marina, kicks off 11-day visit to improve Sweden's image in Israel. Swedish pro-Israel flotilla to arrive at Herzliya50 Evangelical Christian Swedes come on first flotilla in support of Israel.Swedish Jewish politician’s house burnt in suspected hate crimeExtensive damage to home of Jewish politician, who prevented blaze from spreading to other homes during anti-Semitic attack. |
