Swedish Political Parties 101 Politics in Sweden seem more confusing than ever. After the general election of 2014 was followed by some of the most confusing political conflicts in recent history, keeping track of who is doing what has become very difficult, even for Swedes-in-the-know. READ MORE »
Åkesson extends sick leave
Sweden Democrats party leader Jimmie Åkesson, who has been out on sick leave, was... READ MORE »
A new commute for Malmö workers
After nearly 10 years of hoping, the people of Malmö will finally have their... READ MORE »
The UN criticizes hate crimes
A rise in hate crimes against ethnic minorities in Sweden has brought criticism from... READ MORE »
New meds for obese Swedes
A medication approved in the U.S. for obesity will soon be approved for Swedes,... READ MORE »
Swedish party leaders: Sweden's government is a parliamentary democracy, currently represented by eight political parties in parliament. READ MORE »
An artist's stance: 'The Poaching Wars'
Swedish photographer Frank af Petersens brings a lifetime of intrigue and attention to some of the world's most beautiful animals and their fate through his black and white photos, in his exhibit The Poaching Wars, opening in Santa Monica, California on January 24. READ MORE »
The Poaching Wars Extraordinary photography by Swedish photojournalist Frank af Petersens in his first American exhibit, The Poaching Wars, opens this weekend in Santa Monica, California. READ MORE »
Swedish royals in Silicon Valley Princess Estelle gets an early start learning how Nordic companies are expanding and making great innovations in the U.S. READ MORE »
Music at the Royal Palace, Stockholm
For one week every January since 1970, when it started with King Gustav VI... READ MORE »
Royal family on the move
In early January the Royal Court announced that Princess Madeleine and her royal family... READ MORE »
Suspicious substances in Swedish post
In recent weeks, a number of letters with suspicious substances have been sent through... READ MORE »
Time capsule food Comfort food served with inspiration and humor from Swedish history. READ MORE »
Peter Wallenberg dies
the former patriarch of the Swedish Wallenberg dynasty, recipient of the 2006 SACC NY Centennial Award dies at 88. READ MORE »
Ericsson and Apple in legal showdown
Ericsson and Apple are in a middle of a legal battle over licensing fees and patent royalties. READ MORE »
Anyone can sing gospel Famous Swedish choir director comes to Florida to make music for a day. READ MORE »
No-confidence vote fails
The no confidence vote in the Swedish Prime Minister on January 20 failed as expected. READ MORE »
Green light for Swedish wolf hunt
Swedish hunters have been given the go ahead to shoot 36 wolves this winter... READ MORE »
Sochi Olympic doping case dropped
Swedish hockey star Nicklas Backstrom reached a settlement in his fight against the positive... READ MORE »
Swedish diggers make a rare find in Egypt
A team of Swedish archaeologists has discovered a rare 2,500 year old wall relief... READ MORE »
Swedish Foreign Minister not welcome to Israel Sweden's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Margot Wallstrom, has had to postpone an official visit to the country. READ MORE »
Exhibit in Chicago: Pixel Art
Swedish born artist Bjorn Sjoegren creates art from pixels READ MORE »
SF Mayor Announces Centennial of World's Fair Yearlong anniversary of 1915 Panama Pacific International Exposition READ MORE »
The allure of the mountains The mountainous region of Sweden's north is no longer just for survivalists and hardcore connoisseurs. READ MORE »
Siri Berg: Color and Space A new solo exhibition from Swedish-born master colorist and abstract painter Siri Berg in New York. READ MORE »
Karin Mamma Andersson exhibit
Internationally acclaimed Swedish artist Karin Mamma Andersson's solo show 'Behind the Curtain' opens on Thursday, January 8 at David Zwirner Gallery READ MORE »
Swedish News:
Swede ‘proves’ Nessie exists. Spotify hits 15 million subscribers. READ MORE »
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Swedish Mosques attacked. A student unearths dinosaur bone. Swedish bunnies set records. READ MORE »
Famous Swedish interior designer's collection at auction
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers to sell fine art, furniture and decorative arts from private collection of Lars Bolander. READ MORE »
Swedish ingenuity: It's the real thing Iconic, curvy, known all over the world and made by a Swede. READ MORE »
Hope for overeaters. The drug Saxenda, with an appetite suppressant used in the US for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, and proven to have an effect on weight, will be approved for sale in Sweden. READ MORE »
Baking with Skansen
A playful way to bake some traditional Swedish cookies and breads, virtually and in the oven. PLAY »
News Gallery
Summer of 2014 A summer of plenty of sunshine in Sweden to be remembered for a loong time.
Dalarna: the Very Essence of Sweden The traditional church boats of Siljan Lake in Dalarna
The orient express on water Traveling in style from Göteborg to Stockholm and vice versa; Sweden's Göta Kanal offers a unique experience of the country.
Aerial Stockholm Sweden's capital is one of few major cities where hot air ballooning over the town is till allowed. (Not while President Obama visits but most of the ...
Sometimes touring the country ..will offer surprise encounters along the way, such as this one, just north of Umeå, European Cultural Capital in 2014.
Traveling in the Summer ..through Sweden can offer the most amazing sceneries, the colors and experiences out of this world.
Nordic Delicacies This piece of Norway in the heart of Brooklyn - located at 6909 3rd Avenue. Find Scandinavian homemade and imported food and gift items.
Just Scandinavian Josef Frank fabric, Gustavsberg and Bruno Mattson - New York's answer to Stockholm's Svenskt Tenn!
Camilla Läckberg in New York Swedish best selling crime writer Camilla Läckberg, left, in New York for book signings and the launch of a newly translated title, "The Stonecutter"
Fjällräven - The outerwear store Buy a famous Konken or a "Foxy" coat designed for exploring the North Pole at 262 Mott St, Nolita.
Swedish Food Classics Christmas cinnamon truffles READ MORE »
