EU governments’ climate ministers gathered in Luxembourg on Thursday for a long day of talks, but one fresh-faced participant drew attention at the negotiating table: a three-month-old baby. Swedish climate minister Romina Pourmokhtari brought her son, Adam, to the EU council meeting to highlight the benefits of parental leave policies that do not force women to choose between work and family responsibilities.


In a first for EU: Three-month-old infant attends climate conference

Sweden’s Minister for Gender Equality and working life Paulina Brandberg's phobia for bananas has left many puzzled. According to Swedish Tabloid Expressen, leaked emails this week reveal that her banana phobia led her staff to meticulously clear any trace of bananas from the room before she steps inside. However, Brandberg's colleagues, including members of opposition, have backed Brandberg in the wake of this issue. Watch this video to find out more.

Swedish Minister's Fear Of Bananas Sparks Headlines

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In a first for EU: Three-month-old infant attends climate conference

Swedish Minister's Fear Of Bananas Sparks Headlines