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Ulrika Jonsson – finding her true voice

Ulrika Jonsson – finding her true voice

Thursday, December 15, 2011

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From secretary to weather girl, TV host, Big Brother winner and now author, Ulrika Jonsson has certainly led a colourful life, and the never-satisfied media have tirelessly fed our appetite for more gossip. Whether it is good or bad, we all have a strong opinion about the beautiful blonde television personality. The latest addition to her multifaceted career is her first novel The Importance of Being Myrtle. Scan Magazine caught up with Britain’s most famous Swede and discovered a whole new side of her.

A Danish take on the thriller

A Danish take on the thriller

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

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After Marklund, Mankell, Larsson, Nesbø and The Killing comes Jussi Adler-Olsen. With the UK release of Mercy, his first novel in the Department Q series, Danish Adler-Olsen takes on the thriller genre, with a good dose of dark and bitter characters, a twisted crime case and a pinch of humour.

by nord – Bring a piece of raw Nordic nature into your home

by nord – Bring a piece of raw Nordic nature into your home

Friday, July 8, 2011

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Nordic design is known for its clean, strong lines as well as its simplicity and functionality. It is often based on forms, colour combinations and patterns found in Scandinavian nature, which is in parts lush and peaceful while at times also wild and rough. Working along the same lines, but bringing their own recognisable organic touch and powerful prints to the table, is Danish design brand by nord.

Transparency – for good or ill, it’s the new Internet environment

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

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Transparency – for good or ill, it’s the new  Internet environment

Internet transparency? I’m both scared and excited about its benefits and dangers. I remember keeping a lock on my personal, well-hidden diary when I was young, so I gasp when I see how young people expose themselves on Facebook. Nowadays it seems to be increasingly difficult to communicate confidentially, even to be in danger of being seen as having something to hide if one tries to do so.

Taste

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

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Taste

Soon after moving to England, I made myself two promises: one was that I was never to display multicoloured fairy lights in any home of mine; the second was that I was NEVER to have ANYTHING to do with net curtains. I’d look at these strange rags with scorn, pitying the fools who actually believed that they would prevent people from seeing into their homes and disregarding what I felt the curtains said about their homes in the first place.

IS IT JUST ME…

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

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IS IT JUST ME…

IS IT JUST ME... Who at this time of year is under a huge amount of pressure from ski-enthusiast friends and family-members? Ski-enthusiasts insist with almost religious ardour, that their “truth” is the same truth for everybody else. You don’t find that kind of insistence from people who figure-skate, play volleyball or occasionally vacation in Brighton.

Bornholm – Island hopping at its best

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

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Bornholm – Island hopping at its best

When talking about island hopping most people probably think of Greece. But think again. With 406 islands, Denmark offers similar opportunities, and if that has roused your interest, why not start with the most exotic and most eastern island of the kingdom: Bornholm – the Baltic beauty.

Bergen – The Gateway to the Fjords of Norway

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

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Bergen – The Gateway to the Fjords of Norway

As a European City of Culture and World Heritage, Bergen offers world-class experiences and culture. Being the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway, the Bergen region has the ideal combination of nature, culture and interesting urban attractions – all year round. Bergen is an international city packed with history and tradition, as well as a big city with small-town charm and atmosphere. Bergen likes visitors, and Bergen is worth a visit.



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