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Sweden just committed 4.2 billion kronor (about $400 million USD) to help businesses and cities build renewable energy projects that strengthen the national power grid. Applications are open until May 2026 for anyone ready to bring clean energy solutions to life.
American cross-country skier Jessie Diggins just became the athlete with the most World Cup starts in the sport's history while racing in Sweden. The 34-year-old placed second by just .01 seconds in a dramatic finish, earning her 89th career podium.
Scientists studying bears in Sweden discovered how the animals stay strong through six months of inactivity. The findings could help elderly patients, astronauts, and anyone facing extended bed rest.
Researchers in Sweden just turned sunlight and water into hydrogen gas using conductive plastic nanoparticles instead of costly platinum. The breakthrough could finally make clean hydrogen affordable enough to power the world.
Scientists in Sweden discovered a 7,000-year-old child's grave containing traces of a deerskin outfit and a woodpecker feather headdress. A new technique reveals how ancient communities honored their loved ones with elaborate, colorful burial ceremonies.
Europe installed 19.1 gigawatts of new wind energy capacity in 2025, enough to power millions of homes while strengthening energy independence. Germany, Turkey, Sweden, and Spain led the renewable energy expansion with a combined €45 billion investment in future projects.
Scientists in Sweden created a smart system that grows food and generates clean energy on the same land without compromising either. The breakthrough could transform how we use farmland to feed people and power communities.
One of the world's largest snack makers just locked in enough clean energy to power a small city. Mars' new Swedish wind partnership will cut 10% of its total carbon footprint by 2030.
A groundbreaking 18-year study from Sweden shows the HPV vaccine provides lasting protection against cervical cancer, with no signs of weakening over time. Nearly a million women participated in research that could help eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat.
Snack and pet food giant Mars just locked in 670 gigawatt hours of clean electricity annually from Sweden's new Kölvallen Wind Farm. The deal marks one of the company's biggest renewable energy commitments in Europe and brings Mars closer to cutting its total carbon footprint by 10% by 2030.
After two centuries of military neutrality, Sweden is thriving as NATO's newest member and standing strong with Ukraine. Ambassador Caroline Vicini calls the historic shift both necessary and rewarding for her nation's security.
Nordic Solar just switched on a massive 9-megawatt battery in Sweden that can store renewable energy and keep the power grid stable. It's another win for countries proving clean energy can work at scale. #
Sweden's women's curling team made Olympic history by winning their second gold medal, becoming the first women's squad to earn three Olympic medals total. Three team members, including captain Anna Hasselborg, had babies in 2023 before finding their winning balance again.
Swedish researchers have cracked the code on why promising gene therapies get stuck in labs instead of reaching patients. Their new "Navigator" system brings hospitals, universities, and innovators together from day one to fast-track treatments from breakthrough to bedside.
A Swedish company just made tiny house living realistic for families with kids, designing a spacious home that fits up to three bedrooms at a surprisingly affordable price. The Zenith proves downsizing doesn't mean leaving anyone behind.
The United States men's hockey team delivered their best performance of the 2026 Olympics, dominating Slovakia 6-2 to advance to Sunday's gold medal showdown against rival Canada. After struggling offensively in their quarterfinal squeaker against Sweden, Team USA found their rhythm at exactly the right moment.
Quinn Hughes scored 3:27 into overtime to push Team USA past Sweden 2-1, keeping their perfect Olympic record alive after a dramatic last-minute tie. The Americans now advance to the semifinals against Slovakia with their championship hopes intact.
A breakthrough study from Sweden shows that giving extremely premature babies early hydrocortisone treatment dramatically increases their chances of surviving without lifelong lung disease. The simple, safe treatment could help thousands of the tiniest patients worldwide.
Sweden just distributed €67 million to local municipalities that host wind power installations, sharing clean energy profits directly with communities. The payment system rewards towns for supporting renewable infrastructure while funding local services.
NHL star Quinn Hughes scored a dramatic overtime goal to push Team USA past Sweden in Olympic hockey, then told reporters his love for America made representing his country "very special." His patriotic pride inspired fans across the nation.
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