Swedish vote leaves no clear winner
By Bloomberg
10 September 2018 |
9:59 am
Sweden faces weeks or even months of political gridlock after an election dominated by immigration produced no clear winner.
In this article
Related
Related
6 Apr
Sweden joined NATO earlier this month, becoming to become the 32nd member of the military alliance. Around the Baltic Sea, nations are worried about what Russian President Vladimir Putin could do next after showing he was capable of invading Ukraine. Sweden has officially ended its traditional neutrality and its prime minister has even told Swedes they need to be prepared for war. Military service was already reintroduced back in 2018.
30 Mar
Members of St. Francis Catholic Church reenact the Stations of the Cross, suffering and death of Jesus during Holy Friday in Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
7 Apr
The Swedish Government has adopted Sweden's first comprehensive national strategy against organised crime. The strategy serves as a direction for the work against organised crime, with the purpose to reduce vulnerabilities exploited by criminals. The national strategy presents priorities and identifies central actors.
10 Apr
Nigeria has begun the rollout of the MenFive vaccine in high-risk areas, securing millions of doses to protect children from all five strains of meningitis. The potentially fatal disease poses a grave threat to young children globally, with sub-Saharan Africa being particularly vulnerable to it.
13 Apr
Nigeria's government says the rise will only affect 1.5 million consumers, mostly manufacturers. But analysts believe the hike will lead to higher inflation and result in job losses and closures of businesses.
12 Apr
A decade on, the world has largely forgotten about the Chibok girls, who were kidnapped by Nigeria's Boko Haram Islamist militants. But for victims and their families, like Solomon Maina, who is still waiting for news about his daughter, the tragedy is ongoing.
Latest
51 mins ago
Paris's landmark museum is gearing up for the Olympics, with a special exhibition that takes visitors through the history of the Games. We hear more about a project for those who want to combine exercise and culture, as the Louvre launches a fitness circuit that puts participants among the artwork. Plus, a new show shines a light on the work of mysterious Dutch painter Jan van Eyck, and French land artist Saype gets his first solo show in Paris, after painting his immense frescoes on landscapes around the world.
51 mins ago
Ukraine is cutting off consular services for its male citizens who live outside the country. The measure aims to force men back home to serve in the military, but some doubt its efficacy — and legality.
51 mins ago
We look at reactions to New York's highest court overturning Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes conviction in a major decision that could impact his future appeals. Also: France's highest civil court rules on a case filed by an association claiming ownership of the Louvre's more celebrated painting, the Mona Lisa. Finally, artificial intelligence can accurately predict your political leanings – just by looking at your face!
1 hour ago
India has kicked off its marathon elections, with nearly a billion people eligible to cast ballots. High on voters' minds will be issues relating to the country's economy.
1 hour ago
The decision to call for a retrial from the New York appeals court has prompted varying reactions, with many dismayed that survivors will have to testify once more.
1 hour ago
Global demand for cashew nuts is exploding. Around the world, they're eaten as snacks, dairy replacements or used in cooking. In response, Kenya has been trying to revitalise the sector in the coastal region of Kilifi that once fed thousands. But in some factories, women face dangerous working conditions.
×
Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox every day of the week. Stay informed with the Guardian’s leading coverage of Nigerian and world news, business, technology and sports.
0 Comments
We will review and take appropriate action.