Anti-piracy law test case 'on its way' to EU Court
The first case tried since the passage of Sweden's anti-file sharing law in April 2009 looks destined for the EU Court of Justice after a decision by the Supreme Court. thelocal.se |
Ambulance speedster recovers licence
Jonny Forsberg from Årjäng in central Sweden, who lost his driving licence when he sped up to allow an ambulance to pass, has now regained the right to drive for the time being after he retracted his confession. thelocal.se |
The Local's guide to the 2010 Swedish elections
Still confused about who's who and what's what ahead of Sweden's September 19th elections? Check out The Local's Guide to the 2010 Swedish Elections for information on the parties, what they stand for, and what seats are up for grabs. thelocal.se |
Global activists honoured with 'Alternative Nobel' prize
Activists from Nepal, Brazil and Nigerian as well as Israeli doctors, have been awarded the 2010 Rights Livelihood prize, often called the the "Alternative Nobel" prize, the Sweden-based organisers announced on Thursday. thelocal.se |
Federer ties Sampras at 64 titles in Stockholm
Roger Federer won his 64th career title on Sunday, levelling with Pete Sampras in the title Pantheon after defeating Germany's Florian Mayer at the Stockholm Open. thelocal.se |