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Faeces-filled cell: Star's Swedish jail horror
It has been described as 'disease-ridden', 'inhumane' and likened to a toilet.
Die Pest! E-scooters invade Europe - and people there hate them too
Washington Post: Europe inundated with e-scooters and riders add the ingredient of beer.
Violence erupts as protesters mark May Day around the globe
Some protesters threw rocks, burned effigies of politicians and trashed cars.
Tourist couple seeks rescuers after tragedy off Paihia beach
Swedish visitors thanked everyone involved in rescue attempt - except one heroic couple.
Editorial: Next step for a polarising Assange
EDITORIAL: In world news, it has been a week of heroes, villains and those in between.
Sexual assault accusations that could ruin Assange
A Sweden trip resulted in sexual assault accusations that could be Julian's downfall.
A flying shame: Swedish word may ruin flying forever
Sweden is a country famous for exporting jet setters. But that could be changing.
Stockholm: The Swede life
In Stockholm, Greg Bruce experiences the art of thinking differently.
The odd little room in North Korea kept for the US
Journalist allowed to see it but not photograph it - for security reasons.
Opinion: Getting to grips with the violence inside us
We need to understand our 'dark side' if we are to combat family violence
Sweden to serve 3D-printed food to elderly in care homes
Aim to stimulate residents' appetites by making puréed food look like the real thing.
Marvellous meatballs and roasted Rudolph in Stockholm
Looking for an authentic taste of Sweden complete with roasted reindeer? Look no further.
Ikea previously banned from NZ because it was too popular
Ikea stores were so popular a New Zealand the court feared traffic chaos would ensue.
South Island will also get an Ikea after Auckland megastore opens
Ikea's global CEO has confirmed the first store will open in Auckland.
Can IKEA survive in the New Zealand market?
IKEA set to open up shop in NZ but do we have the population to sustain its business?
Ikea coming to NZ: What products could we see and how much?
A glimpse at what could be in store for Kiwis.
White influencers called out for 'posing' as biracial
"Blackfishing" is a term coined to describe when white women pose as biracial.
Companies planning to microchip staff
In Sweden thousands of workers are already chipped with bank card technology.
Young girl finds 1500yo Viking sword
An eight-year-old girl has made an amazing discovery of an ancient relic in Sweden.
Far-right party makes big gains in Sweden
Sweden appears to be heading towards a hung Parliament.
Anti-immigrant party looks to make gains in Sweden
Increase in asylum-seekers likely to have influenced voters in Swedish election.
H&M set to open flagship store
H&M will tomorrow open the doors to its flagship store in downtown Auckland.
Muslim wins discrimination case over job interview gone wrong
Woman won case after being rejected during job interview after refusing to shake hands.
Cops shoot dead Down Syndrome man carrying toy gun
Swedish cops believe the 20-year-old was acting "threateningly" and had to be fired upon.
Daylight robbery: Few clues as to who stole Sweden's jewels
Police are still looking for clues as to who stole the Swedish artifacts.
Swedish royal jewels stolen; police chase thieves in motorboat: reports
News reports say a high-speed motorboat chase is now underway with police.
Is Spotify getting into video?
Spotify is eager to get into streaming original video content.
Five men injured in suspected gang shooting in Sweden
Swedish police say no reason for public to worry after five men injured in shooting.
Swedish DJ Avicii is laid to rest in private funeral
The hitmaker was buried in his hometown of Stockholm.
Why you should sleep in this weekend
But sleep is not a transaction. We can't deposit zzzs at the weekend and cash out later.
Disability advocate jets to Europe to challenge assumptions
Kylee Black talks openly about her incurable condition and an upcoming trip of a lifetime.