Larsson cools talk of Celtic switch
Henrik Larsson, the former Sweden and Celtic striker, has played down talk linking him to the vacant manager's position at the Glasgow club. thelocal.se |
Modern Swedes face up to the monarchy paradox
As the republican cause sharpens its rhetorical weapons, The Local's Peter Vinthagen Simpson ponders why the self-proclaimed most modern country in the world is suffering a bout of introspection over its constitutional monarchy. thelocal.se |
Sale of old stuffed bird goes to Supreme Court
A man who sold a nearly 50-year-old stuffed bird on the internet is being taken to Sweden's Supreme Court by prosecutors. thelocal.se |
Sahlin admits defeat in 'very bad' election
Social Democratic leader Mona Sahlin admitted her party had a dismal election, spoiling her bid to become Sweden's first female prime minister, but vowed to fight the far-right, which entered parliament for the first time. thelocal.se |
US Jewish centre seeks ban on Malmö mayor
US Jewish organisation the Simon Wiesenthal Center has called for the disqualification of Malmö mayor Ilmar Reepalu from the World Mayor 2010 prize, citing his comments in the spring regarding the city's Jewish population. thelocal.se |