Swedes are more connected than ever
The dividing line is no longer between those who use the internet and those who don’t but between frequent and rare users. READ MORE »
U.S. Air Force selects Saab and Boeing
With Boeing as the primary contractor the Swedish company will share in an order worth $9.2 billion over years to come. READ MORE »
The Nobel Prize Announcements
The 2018 Nobel Prize Laureates are being announced this week, and there are many Americans among them. READ MORE »
The ball is now in Lofven's corner
Stefan Lofven has been given the assignment to pursue the formation of a government as prime minister after Moderate party leader Ulf Kristersson, who was named as the first candidate, failed to reach the support needed. READ MORE »
What happens now?
Sweden is not without governance but positions remain locked among the blocs after the election Sept. 9. READ MORE »
Political turmoil in Sweden
It's become clear that the positions among the blocs are still locked. READ MORE »
China to boycott Swedish goods?
A diplomatic predicament between China and Sweden has led to calls for a boycott of Swedish companies in China. READ MORE »
The Swedish prime minister loses vote
On September 25, just after 9.30 a.m. Swedish time a majority in parliament stated they did not trust Stefan Lofven as Sweden's prime minister. READ MORE »
The Crown Princess is visiting New York
Don't be surprised if you see Sweden's Crown Princess, HRH Crown Princess Victoria, in New York this weekend. READ MORE »
The Swedish election 2018
The mandate, which bounced between parties during the week, is after the final count distributed in the same way as after the preliminary results. READ MORE »
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Sweden's election
No major surprises compared to surveys prior to the election and no clear winners opens for a dramatic week ahead. READ MORE »
The Swedish election is near
Neither of the main political blocs is likely to win a majority in tomorrow's election. READ MORE »
Skillinge meets New York
The picturesque fishing village in Sweden's south is showing images by New York based Swedish photographer Seastone Stern. READ MORE »
The great Moja
A day trip in the northeastern most area of Stockholm archipelago - much closer than you think. READ MORE »
World's first climate positive burger
After calculating its overall impact on the climate, Swedish burger chain Max says it will compensate for emissions by 110%. READ MORE »
Former Prime Minister Ola Ullsten has died
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Blue and yellow: the Swedish national costume
We wanted to offer a little history on nationella draekten, the national costume, and in our research we discovered there is more to the blue and yellow than meets the eye. READ MORE »
Tech news
New geoblocking technology vs terrorism. Personal fuel supply. Dynamic AI hub in Sweden. Recycling wastewater. READ MORE »
Early summer in Sweden
The recent summery weather is expected to continue throughout Sweden. READ MORE »
Sweden wins again
No, Sweden wasn't playing itself! Sweden was playing Switzerland – and won – to retain the world ice hockey title. READ MORE »
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It's spring in Sweden
Kungahuset posted 'en varhalsning fran Haga' including photos of Princess Estelle and Prince Oscar in the park near their home. READ MORE »
Capri designs in Stockholm
An exhibition at Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm inspired by graphic patterns formed by the Gulf of Naples and the dramatic cliffs of Capri. READ MORE »
Used by …
Would you buy John Grisham's jacket or some of Jay-Z's old jewelry? READ MORE »
IKEA might be back in town
After many years on the outskirts of towns IKEA might be venturing into our inner cities with smaller stores. READ MORE »
Ascension Day - Kristi Himmelsfärds Dag
Many days off, usually followed by in-between-days when most people are off work and school, signify springtime in Sweden. READ MORE »
Swedish News
There will be no 2018 Nobel Prize in Literature. READ MORE »
Sweden, Innovation Champion
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA), the largest U.S. tech trade association, named Sweden one of their 2018 'Innovation Champions' for policies that support innovation and technological development. READ MORE »
Congratulations to HM King Carl XVI Gustaf
Celebrating 44 years and 223 days as the king of Sweden and a birthday, all in the same week. READ MORE »
UN Security Council to convene in Sweden
The annual informal work session of the UN Secretary-General and the Security Council was held at Dag Hammarskjold's farm Backakra in southern Sweden. READ MORE »
Travel in Sweden, top to bottom
Whether you want your holiday to provide you with a rush of adrenaline, a bit of peace and quiet, an enriching cultural experience or a combination of the three, the old country might just be the ideal destination.
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The Swedish Vessla
Move over Elon Musk - a Swede has developed a stylish electric scooter that saves the world from fossil fuels. READ MORE »
Explicit consent required
The Swedish government proposed legislation on March 20 that outlaws sex without explicit consent. READ MORE »
Preparing for Easter
The holy days before Easter have a unique history in Sweden. READ MORE »
Putting a stop to religious schools
Private religious schools do not belong in the Swedish school system, according to the Social Democrats. READ MORE »
March 12 in Swedish History
1932: Engineer, financier, entrepreneur, and industrialist Ivar Kreuger is found dead in Paris. READ MORE »
March 7 in Swedish History
The von Sydow murders; at the time, in 1933, one of the most gruesome crimes in Swedish 20th century history. READ MORE »
Sweden's Cradle
West Gothia, the land between the two lakes of Vänern and Vättern is home to an area different from other places in Sweden. READ MORE »Premium
Who wants to be a millionaire?
One in five Swedes considers himself a millionaire. READ MORE »
Swedish News
New exploration for minerals in Swedish mines. A Sami case goes to the Supreme Court. Refugee children cope with PTSD READ MORE »
The Stone Age in new light
A grim discovery in Sweden challenges our understanding of European Mesolithic culture and how these early humans handled their dead. READ MORE »
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