Health experts warn of volcano ash fallout
Swedish and Norwegian health authorities and experts have urged caution after volcanic ash blew across the region from Iceland, although the grounding of helicopter ambulance services caused more concern than air quality. thelocal.se |
Rental shortage in large parts of Sweden
Demand for rental apartments has continued to outstrip supply in large parts of Sweden, according to a new report. thelocal.se |
Police accused of breaking woman's arm
A policeman from Stockholm is being prosecuted for unlawfully detaining a woman and assaulting her, in particular breaking her arm. thelocal.se |
Alliance lead, far-right in parliament: poll
With 35 days to go before Sweden votes in a general election the Alliance coalition retained its slim lead over the Red-Green opposition, a new poll shows. The far-right Sweden Democrats would meanwhile claim seats in parliament. thelocal.se |
Federer claws into Stockholm Open semis
Crowd-pleaser Roger Federer staged a heroic recovery from a set and a break down against compatriot Stanislas Wawrinka to reach the semifinals of the Stockholm Open as home favourite Robin Söderling crashed out. thelocal.se |