The Swedish government has unveiled a cultural canon consisting of 100 works, brands, and ideas that aim to define Swedish identity. Historian Lars Trägårdh presented the list, which includes notable items like the Nobel Prize and Pippi Longstocking, but controversially excludes ABBA due to a 50-year eligibility rule. Critics, including politicians and cultural representatives, have condemned the list for being narrow and exclusionary, particularly regarding immigrant contributions and religious diversity. The initiative has sparked debate about nationalism and multiculturalism in Sweden. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)