COMPARE: How expensive are fuel prices around Europe right now?

Fuel prices are rocketing around Europe but in some countries the cost of filling a tank is far higher than in others, partly because governments are taking different measures to tackle the crisis..

COMPARE: Which European countries allow assisted dying?

After France adopted a bill to allow assisted dying on Wednesday, here's a look at which European countries already authorise the terminally ill to end their lives..

Which countries in Europe impose language tests for residency permits?

Certain countries across Europe demand foreign citizens pass a language test to qualify for certain residency permits. But how does each country compare and what level of language do they require?.

Is your Swedish good enough for university? – Quiz 10

This week: How does your Swedish compare to The Local's journalists?.

How does pay for software developers in the Nordic countries compare to Germany?

Countries in Europe are competing hard to recruit international IT talent. Which Nordic country offers the best prospects to those who have the skills, and how do they compare to Germany?.

COMPARE: Which European countries have the toughest rules for gaining citizenship?

Though European passports offer a huge range of benefits, the rules and costs for getting your hands on one vary massively from country to country. Here's a look at which countries have strictest and most lenient require…

IN NUMBERS: How do work permit waiting times compare in the Nordic countries?

Norway and Sweden have both managed to significantly bring down waiting times for high skilled workers this year, bringing their processing times close to that of Denmark, according to our latest comparison..

COMPARE: Where in Europe now has the lowest birth rate?

The number of births in Europe have dropped dramatically in recent years, news statistics reveal. But which countries have the seen the biggest drop in the birthrate?.

COMPARE: Which country in Europe is it the easiest to retire to?

Finishing work and heading off to a glorious new life as a retiree in Europe is the dream for many, but just how easy is it to do in reality? We compare the rules in 9 countries in Europe..

Side hustles and street names: Essential articles for life in Sweden

How do taxes work on a side hustle in Sweden? How does Sweden's new work permit salary threshold compare to other European countries, and who are the people behind Swedish street names? All this and more in this week's E…

Income tax and Swedish jokes: Essential articles for life in Sweden

In this weeks Essential Sweden, we give you the lowdown on topics including the best foods to eat this season, how Nordic citizens' rights compare to EU citizens, income tax and how to report crimes..

IN STATS: How safe is Sweden in comparison to similar countries?

A shooting on June 10th in Farsta, southern Stockholm, which killed two and injured two others, has left people both in Sweden and abroad asking whether it is a safe country. How does Sweden compare to other similar coun…

A New GBP-pegged Stablecoin, FTX Making Chess Moves, and More!

Markets are doing slightly better than the last 7 days; the crypto market gained 11% capitalization, with Bitcoin jumping 4.7% and Ethereum 9.4% since last Tuesday.

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COMPARE: How fast are European countries vaccinating their populations?

Governments across Europe are hastily vaccinating their populations against the Covid-19 virus as infection rates remain worryingly high. We look at how some countries are having more success than others and the reasons…

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