Surfing without wind or waves
Electrically powered surfboards that make it possible to glide on the water without having to rely on wind or waves. READ MORE »
Filling up your car in Sweden
Expensive yes but far from the most expensive and on par with several other countries in Europe. READ MORE »
Airbnb for Swedish boat owners (and renters)
Fewer people want to own their own boat, but the interest in sailing and boating is still great. READ MORE »
Best counties for biking
The Swedish 'kommunvelometer' examines, grades and compares Swedish counties and municipalities. READ MORE »
Waste collection on demand
Digitally connecting garbage bins to allow consumers control and optimize collection routes. READ MORE »
SAS and Airbus collaborating on electric flights
The unique partnership between SAS and Airbus will aid the understanding of the opportunities and challenges with hybrid and electric aircraft. READ MORE »
The world's most expensive cities
Living in Stockholm is expensive, but here’s some good news: There are 55 other cities in the world that are more expensive to live in. READ MORE »
July 31 in Swedish History
The anti-Nazi song 'The Infamous Horse from Troy' by Karl Gerhard premieres at the Folkan Theater in Stockholm. The song was soon to be prohibited by the Swedish government. READ MORE »
Heading to Sweden?
Ideas for your trip and thoughts on what to experience in Sweden this summer. READ MORE »
Ö till ö
Synergy in Sweden - Q&A with Swimrun champions Helen Wikmar and Emma Wanberg READ MORE »
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Swedish companies on the Global Innovation 1000
Ericsson, Volvo Group, Autoliv, Electrolux, SKF, Saab, Assa Abloy and Husqvarna among the world’s top innovators. READ MORE »
Design is everywhere
A new exhibit in Gothenburg highlights how a new generation of designers take on the problem of waste in the ocean. READ MORE »
6:e Juni, Nationaldagen
Sweden's National Day is June 6. Only since the early 20th century has it been considered the Day of the Swedish Flag, becoming a national holiday as late as 2004. READ MORE »
Monitoring the driver
Smart Eye of Sweden has developed a technology that analyzes drivers' eye movements. READ MORE »
Swedish National Day celebrations in the U.S.
Nationaldags Firande 2019 - celebrations on Sweden's National Day may be low-key when compared with our July 4 in the U.S., but there are celebrations in many parts of Swedish America! READ MORE »
Storage on demand
Ztorage, an on-demand platform and professional movers solution that provides pick-up, packing, and delivery services to customers. READ MORE »
'Mors Dag' - Mother's Day in Sweden
Here in the U.S. on May 12, in Sweden on May 26. With the exception of florists not a big day for merchants in Sweden; Flowers, a drawing and extra attention does it. READ MORE »
Mothers in the world
Mother's Day May 12 ('Mors Dag' in Sweden on May 26) makes it fitting for us to take a closer look at mothers in the world. READ MORE »
Bike baristas made in Sweden
People often dream of starting their own business. That is, until they start looking at the realities of finding a location and creating the resources to cover the cost of setting up shop, not to mention rent and salaries. But this Swedish company is peddling — and pedaling — Sweden's favorite drink, and showing the world how to do it. READ MORE »
Moving to Sweden
What is it like to actually move to Sweden? A recently relocated Californian about his first year in Stockholm. READ MORE »
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Preparing for Easter
The holy days before Easter have a unique history in Sweden. READ MORE »
Facts about Chalmers University of Technology
Highest reputation of all Swedish universities, rated best experience in Europe by students ... READ MORE »
Chalmers and Berkeley
Chalmers teams up with Berkeley to help Volvo Cars READ MORE »
The Nordic Way II
Part 2 in a series of The Nordic Way, on inequality and well-being in the Scandinavian nations. READ MORE »Premium
The Nordic Way, Part III
Part 3 in a series of the Nordic Way, on inequality and well-being in the Scandinavian nations. READ MORE »Premium
The Nordic Way I
Part 1 in a series of The Nordic Way, on inequality and well-being in the Scandinavian nations. READ MORE »Premium
Happiest country in the world
Finns are happiest in the world, according to the UN World Happiness Report 2019. READ MORE »
A data-driven mindset
Despite its potential, a recent Swedish survey suggests few know how AI can benefit them. READ MORE »
Building tall in Sweden
Today, there are not many skyscrapers in Sweden, but this may change within a few years. READ MORE »
Visiting Stockholm this spring?
If you can, take time off to visit Prince Eugen's Waldemarsudde not far from downtown. READ MORE »
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Best burgers in Europe
The list of 50 Best Burgers in Europe from Big 7 readers. READ MORE »
Solar Egg: Reflections in Minneapolis
The installation by ASI by two Swedish artists offers an opportunity for a sauna session in the institute's courtyard. READ MORE »
Raising the Swedish retirement age
Parties in Sweden have agreed on a proposal that will be sent to the Riksdag to increase the retirement age. READ MORE »
The Baltic at Skansen
The open-air museum is set to open a wet new knowledge center on April 12: The Baltic Sea Science Center. READ MORE »
Baby boom after Valentine's Day?
Not necessarily .. in, for instance Sweden, the lowest number of babies are born nine months after Valentine's day. READ MORE »
Rohsska opens
Rohsska design museum in Gothenburg opens again after two years of organizational restructure and rebuild. READ MORE »
Images from Orrefors prime
The most interesting glass photographer in Sweden and active during the glassworks' heyday. READ MORE »
Sweden ranks high among Best Countries
Best in the world for women, raising children and green living. READ MORE »
'Warring country' Sweden ..?
Over 200 years of peace but maybe not as peaceful as we sometimes expect. READ MORE »
Swish challenges other card services
Next time you go, bring cash after all - there are occasions where debit or credit won't do. READ MORE »
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