Volcano forces early end to Swedish rail monopoly
Travel disruption caused by the volcanic eruption in southern Iceland has prompted the Swedish government to announce that it will lift the monopoly on key routes run by national rail operator SJ. thelocal.se |
Youngsters in state care held indoors: report
Young people in Sweden's special state homes for troubled youth can be kept locked indoors for weeks with no access to fresh air, according to an investigative radio report. thelocal.se |
Politician dissed man - then said he'd kill journo
A Swedish politician threatened to murder a journalist after making insulting comments about the family of an autistic man, it has been alleged. thelocal.se |
Elmander double seals Bolton win
Swedish international striker Johan Elmander scored twice on Saturday as Bolton registered a 3-1 win away to sloppy West Ham. thelocal.se |
iPad set to hit Swedish shelves on Tuesday
After weeks of speculation, Apple has confirmed that its iPad tablet PC will be released in Sweden on Tuesday. thelocal.se |