Napping or resting during the workday is not taboo in Sweden – instead, ensuring employees are able to work well-rested is an important part of providing a good work environment..
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Authorities are yet to confirm who is behind the bomb hoaxes affecting air travel in Europe this week, but experts suggest there are indications to explain who might be behind the spate of threats.
The National Anti-Corruption Unit has closed the investigation into voter fraud which originated from information in a newspaper opinion piece.
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