For many southern Swedes, anywhere in their own country north of Gävle, or even Uppsala, is simply too far away to bother with. But from where I'm sitting in Umeå, Norrland is the place to be..
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When Canadian journalist Mandy Pipher tells people she moved to Sweden from Canada, the response is usually the same: what’s the difference? Both countries have snowy winters, are known for being polite and reserved, and…
Sweden's music festival season kicks off on Thursday, May 14th, when the Norwegian hip-hop trio Roc Boyz take to the stage at Gröna Lund in Stockholm. Here are some of the events you should try not to miss.
New immigrants to Sweden should sign a contract pledging to adhere to the country’s laws and norms, according to Sweden’s governing Moderate Party. Details are thin on the ground but we’ve come up with a few suggestions…
If you're a sauna newbie, you're probably wondering: Is it OK to cover up in a Swedish sauna (bastu) or do you have to let it all hang out?
The Local's Emma Löfgren writes about her annual TV obsession, and lists Sweden's top stories of the week.
If you live in Sweden and have an account with a non-EU bank, you may have recently received a message telling you about a new EU directive – here's what it means for foreigners in Sweden.
File photo.Lyssna: Funds from industrial projects in Sweden's north flowing to countries under sanMajor industrial projects in northern Sweden have resulted in funds flowing to countries that are currently under sanction…
Even if you love living in Sweden and feel at home here, when you've moved to a different country from where you grew up, there will perhaps always be things you miss. What are those things for you?
OK, so you've got the right to vote in Sweden. But how do you cast your ballot without looking awkward or confused? The Local helps you navigate what happens at the polling station.
Energy and Energy Development Minister, and Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch (of the Christian Democrats) has said that more mines should be opened in Sweden for the country's sake, as well as to secure Europe's access t…
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Ulf KristerssonSveriges statsminister 2022–More than 50 days after the election, Sweden's government negotiations are suddenly moving fast, with the Centre Party currently playing the role of king-maker. What do you think of it all?
The Sweden Democrats' bombshell decision to drop its demand for cabinet posts and the Centre Party's threat to switch sides sparked a flurry of activity from Sweden's political parties over the weekend. But what are the…
Eighteen months after Stockholm University was instructed to develop language tests for citizenship, it has finally hired a project manager. Lars Bokander told The Local that when it comes to developing test items, he is…
Sweden's central bank, the Riksbank, has cut the key interest rate from 1.75 percent to 2 percent, with more increases expected in the new year. Does this mean that its time to switch to a fixed mortgage?
Social Democrats shut out Left Party in bid to form centre-left government, Vattenfall to invest billions in Västerbotten, and more news from Sweden on Monday.
A 19-year-old man in Sweden has been charged with planning a knife attack on a high school in the name of the Islamic State (IS) jihadist group, prosecutors said Friday.
Last month, The Local's Mandy Pipher wrote a grumpy op-ed about Swedish attempts at Halloween – but then actually had a good time going trick-or-treating in her Umeå neighbourhood. Read about her experience – and the wee…
Centre Party leader Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist has launched a bidding process for her party's support, saying it will back whichever candidate for prime minister can offer the best 'total package' of policies and governme…
Sweden Democrat leader Jimmie Åkesson has announced that his party will unconditionally 'tolerate' Ulf Kristersson as prime minister, dropping its demand for both ministerial positions or policy promises. What does this…
At a press conference in his hometown of Sölvesborg, Sweden Democrat leader Jimmie Åkesson dropped his party's demand for governing positions in order to allow a right-wing government, however he said his party intends t…
