Tag: Sweden


  • Ger Nash lands coaching role with Swedish champions Mjällby

    Ger Nash lands coaching role with Swedish champions Mjällby

    New coaching role for Ger Nash at Swedish champions Mjällby In a move that underlines the continued mobility of coaching talent across Europe, former Cork City boss Ger Nash has been appointed as an assistant coach with Swedish champions Mjällby. The appointment comes exactly one week after Nash stepped down from his role at Cork…

  • Storm Johannes: Sweden hit as powerful Nordic storm sweeps the region

    Storm Johannes: Sweden hit as powerful Nordic storm sweeps the region

    Overview of Storm Johannes A powerful winter storm, named Johannes, swept across the Nordic region this week, leaving two people confirmed dead in Sweden and triggering widespread travel disruption and electricity outages. Meteorological agencies warned residents to brace for gusty winds, snow, and icy conditions, with authorities urging precaution as the storm moved through densely…

  • Storm Johannes: Two Dead as Nordic Storm Pounds Sweden and Neighboring Countries

    Storm Johannes: Two Dead as Nordic Storm Pounds Sweden and Neighboring Countries

    Overview: A Severe winter storm moves through Sweden and the Nordics Storm Johannes has left a trail of disruption and tragedy across Sweden and other Nordic countries, with authorities reporting two fatalities in Sweden alone. The powerful winter storm has brought gusty winds, heavy snowfall in some regions, and widespread travel interruptions. As meteorologists monitor…

  • Storm Johannes: Two Dead as Nordic Storm Sweeps Sweden

    Storm Johannes: Two Dead as Nordic Storm Sweeps Sweden

    Overview A powerful winter storm named Johannes has swept across the Nordic countries, leaving at least two people dead in Sweden and triggering widespread travel disruption, power outages, and emergency alerts. Meteorological agencies warned of dangerously strong winds, heavy snowfall, and icy road conditions that could complicate commutes and outdoor activities over the coming days.…

  • High-fat Cheese and Cream Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Swedish Study Finds

    High-fat Cheese and Cream Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Swedish Study Finds

    New findings from a long-term Swedish study A large, long-running study in Sweden tracked almost 28,000 adults for 25 years to explore whether dairy fat intake affects dementia risk. The researchers found a potential protective association between high-fat dairy products—particularly cheeses like cheddar and gouda, as well as high-fat cream—and a lower likelihood of developing…

  • Martin and McKenna Spark Canada Past Sweden in World Juniors Pre-Tournament Showdown

    Martin and McKenna Spark Canada Past Sweden in World Juniors Pre-Tournament Showdown

    Canada Edges Sweden as Martin-McKenna Duo Takes Center Stage Canada’s world junior squad opened its pre-tournament slate with a tight 2-1 victory over Sweden, thanks to the stellar chemistry developing between Brady Martin and Gavin McKenna. The pair connected on both goals, delivering a performance that suggested Canada’s forward group could be a real threat…

  • High-fat Cheese and Cream May Lower Dementia Risk, Swedish Study Finds

    High-fat Cheese and Cream May Lower Dementia Risk, Swedish Study Finds

    New Swedish study links high-fat dairy to potential dementia risk reduction A long-term Swedish study involving nearly 28,000 adults suggests that consuming high-fat dairy products, particularly high-fat cheeses like cheddar and gouda, and high-fat cream may be associated with a lower risk of developing dementia over time. The researchers tracked participants for about 25 years,…

  • The Antithesis to Nazi Ideology: How Pippi Longstocking Was Born to Stand Up to Hitler

    The Antithesis to Nazi Ideology: How Pippi Longstocking Was Born to Stand Up to Hitler

    Introduction: A tiny girl with a mighty stance In the annals of children’s literature, few characters are as defiantly liberated as Pippi Longstocking. Created by Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, Pippi emerged in the mid-20th century as a symbol of irreverent independence, fearless curiosity, and a stubborn refusal to bow to conventional authority. Her childhood house…

  • Can the MIND Diet Help Obesity Management? A Swedish Trial Signals New Possibilities

    Can the MIND Diet Help Obesity Management? A Swedish Trial Signals New Possibilities

    Introduction: A Brain-Healthy Approach to Obesity Obesity management has long focused on calories and physical activity, but emerging research highlights the potential for dietary patterns that support brain health to influence weight, mood, and overall metabolic function. A new trial in Sweden is testing whether the MIND diet—already associated with cognitive benefits—can be realistically adopted…

  • MIND Diet Trial Could Redefine Obesity Management in Sweden

    MIND Diet Trial Could Redefine Obesity Management in Sweden

    Introduction: A brain-healthy approach to obesity Researchers in Sweden are piloting a trial to determine whether the MIND diet—originally developed to protect cognitive function—can be scaled as an effective strategy for obesity management. The study sits at the intersection of nutrition, gut health, and mental well-being, aiming to see if a brain-focused dietary pattern can…