'Big bully' fined for killer slug attack
A 59-year-old man in western Sweden has been found guilty of harassment after he dumped a bag full of killer slugs in a neighbouring woman's garden. thelocal.se |
Five detained after Malmö shootings
Five men have been held after two shootings in central Malmö on Wednesday leaving three people injured, one seriously. thelocal.se |
Alliance parties gain absolute majority: poll
Sweden's four-party centre-right Alliance would achieve an outright majority if a general election were held today, according to pollster Sifo's third August survey. thelocal.se |
Election Q&A: the Green Party
The Local has a quick Q&A with Green Party MP Bodil Ceballos to learn more about the party's stance on a few key issues. thelocal.se |
Sweden tries to rein in religion at free schools
While Sweden's 'free schools' have inspired education authorities in other countries to explore similar approaches, the Swedish model is not without its problems, explains contributor Nils Adler. thelocal.se |