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Sweden and Finland to make Nato applications on 'historic' day for Nordics
Financial Times: Russia has threatened "serious consequences" if either nation joins Nato.
'A mistake': Putin's ominous warning to Finland over joining Nato
Finland plans to join alliance despite nuclear attack threats by pro-Kremlin politician.
Nato member threatens to veto admission of Finland, Sweden
Nato makes all its decisions by consensus, requiring consent from all members.
'Russia caused this': What it means if Finland and Sweden join Nato
Explainer: The move would redraw Europe's security map.
Finland moves to join Nato amid Russian threats
Both Sweden and Finland are likely to apply for NATO protection as the war escalates.
'Just part of being a woman': How our health system ignores and neglects female patients - and what can be done about it
'I kept thinking maybe I'm just being weak, maybe I just need to harden up...'
Big change looming: 'Neutral' countries make Russia move
They're known for being neutral, but this could change in a big way.
21 Countries that have ditched mask rules
You can leave your mask in your bag when visiting these countries.
Quran burnings: Sweden links riots to criminal gangs
A Danish far-right politician planned Quran burnings across the country.
Russia issues nuclear threat to Europe
Putin ally and ex President warns Russia will deploy nuclear weapons if red line crossed.
At least 2 injured in Sweden school incident
Armed police responded to "a suspected serious crime".
These countries have dropped all Covid-19 rules
Skip the tests, masks and Covid paperwork in these destinations.
New Zealand vs. Australia: Which country is happier?
For 10 years the global report has ranked 150 countries according to happiness.
Putin's European invasion plan re-emerges
Footage aired on Russian TV shows the plan to capture Nato countries near Ukraine.
UK abandons all Covid-19 travel rules for arrivals
People will be able to "travel just like in the good old days," says transport secretary.
Finland, Sweden brush off Moscow's warning on joining Nato
Sweden, Finland say they will make their own security policies.
Putin poised to unleash 'father of all bombs' in Ukraine conflict
It's one of war's most brutal weapons - pulling oxygen out of the air.
Countries scrap testing requirements for visitors
Vaccinated tourists can skip the pre-departure Covid test in these countries.
Sweden ends Covid-19 testing as pandemic restrictions lifted
"The pandemic is not over but has entered a totally new phase."
Clever crows trained to pick up cigarette butts in the big smoke
Swedes have a bird-brained scheme to keep their streets clean.
Train Games: EU's scattergun approach threatens success of overnight rail travel
It's difficult to promote sustainable rail travel if you don't have enough actual trains.
Passport Power: NZ's top 10 ranking in the world
Got one of these 10 passports? Then you're in luck according to a new study.
Ikea NZ location: Sylvia Park expanding over railway line
New store could be as much as 3ha of retail space.
Sweden elects first female prime minister - again
Magdalena Andersson will form a one-party, minority government.
Sweden's first female prime minister quits hours later
The new PM quit after suffering a defeat over the national budget.
Sweden's Covid death toll paints a curious picture
Sweden shocked the world with its bold and risky Covid strategy.
Michael Venus set for handy payday just for turning up
Michael Venus could remarkably find himself playing at the ATP World Tour Finals.
ABBA 'the enemies' during height of fame
Despite being one of the biggest groups in the world, ABBA says they weren't welcome.
Nobel Prize honours discovery of temperature, touch receptors
Two US-based scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine today.
Artist who drew controversial Muhammad cartoon dies in car crash
The Swedish artist had been living under police protection since 2007.
'Epidemic under control': The nation ditching every single Covid restriction
Denmark's high vaccination rate has enabled the nation to lift all domestic restrictions.
Galleon sails for China again, 280 years after sinking
In 1745 she sank just outside her home port of Götheborg returning from China.
Pining for affection? World tree-hugging champs held in Finland
Have you considered embracing a rimu? There are prizes up for grabs.