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Jantelagen: The law of Jante Explained

Lauded by some as the primary reason for Scandinavia’s quality of life, general happiness and societal harmony. Derided by others…

1 year ago

More common for Swedish women to give birth after 45

According to the Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet, an increasing number of Swedish women are having children after the age of 45.…

1 year ago

10 Inspiring Nordic Women You Should Know

Happy Women's History Month! Today, it's hard to imagine that a hundred years ago, women were unable to vote in…

1 year ago

5 Differences Between Dating in Sweden vs the States

To ask someone out on a date has always been a part of American dating culture, but the Swedes didn't…

1 year ago

The Swedish Life Hack That Will Save Your Relationship According to IKEA

Does your significant other have a tendency to hog the blankets while you're sleeping? Don't worry! Thanks to IKEA, the…

1 year ago

All Saints Day: How Scandinavians honor the dead

And just like that, Halloween is back again. Although plenty of Scandinavians have adopted the American way of celebrating Halloween,…

1 year ago

10 facts about Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden is the eldest child of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden and Queen Silvia of…

2 years ago

Why & How Americans Celebrate the Fourth of July

Do you know the real reason why Americans celebrate July 4th as one of their most important holidays? Behind the…

2 years ago

10 facts about Swedish-American pole vaulter Armand Duplantis

Armand Duplantis has been donning the Swedish colors and flag since before he shattered world records, and took home a…

2 years ago

These Are Sweden’s 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

From North to south and east to west, let’s take a journey and learn more about the UNESCO World Heritage…

2 years ago

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