Students give Swedish schools high marks
Eight out of 10 are satisfied with their schoolwork and nine out of 10 like their teachers, the National Agency for Education's (Skolverket) 2009 attitude survey has revealed. thelocal.se |
Harsh weather mars war on mosquitoes
Hard winds and driving rain have hampered the battle against an annual mosquito invasion around the lower part of the Dalälven river in eastern Sweden. thelocal.se |
Helicopter heist suspect confesses to theft
A 31-year-old man charged with playing a role in a spectacular robbery at a Stockholm cash depot last year has admitted he was involved in the heist. thelocal.se |
How to find the Key to Sweden
Have you ever wondered whether you're missing something in Swedish business meetings? Questioned why your Swedish colleagues behave in unexpected ways? A conference this month could give you valuable insight. thelocal.se |
'Don't let the far-right dominate the debate'
As the Sweden Democrats prepare to take their seats in the Riksdag next month, contributor Ruben Brunsveld hopes Sweden's politicians can learn from the mistakes made by their Dutch counterparts in dealing with the far-right. thelocal.se |