Dawit Isaak held in 'harsh' Eritrean jail
Swedish-Eritrean journalist Dawit Isaak is being held in a tough high-security prison near the Eritrean capital, according to a former guard at the jail who is now resident in Sweden. thelocal.se |
World's press hails 'fairytale romance'
Sweden's royal wedding has made a major mark on media outlets around the world, although its impact has been greatly diminished by a boycott on the part of three leading international news agencies. thelocal.se |
Klüft in battle for Euros qualification
With just days remaining before deadline for qualification for the 2010 European Championships, Swedish athlete and Olympic heptathlon gold medallist Carolina Klüft is battling to achieve a long jump distance to ensure participation. thelocal.se |
Sweden Democrat members exposed in leak
A register of over 5,000 people who are either members or have registered their interest in the anti-immigrant Sweden Democrats, has been published on the internet. thelocal.se |
Sweden tops global rule of law ranking
Rule of law and government effectiveness in Sweden are among the best in the world, according to a new ranking. thelocal.se |