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Meet Sanna, 9 years old

Sanna is one of 2 million people in Sweden under the age of 18. Sweden is seen as a good place to grow up. The law makes sure children are well-protected and defends their rights and any organizations work with children's well-being. Read more »

Strindberg, king of drama

August Strindberg's plays shocked society, dazzled audiences and revolutionized drama. A century after his death, Strindberg, with his powerful, timeless themes, is celebrated around the world. Read more »

Lifestyle in Sweden

  • Swedish House Mafia - what a party

    Swedish House Mafia sold out Madison Square Garden in nine minutes. Half of the American Grammy nominees for best dance recording 2011 were Swedish. It seems we have a Swedish dance music phenomenon on our hands. Read more »

  • 10 practical tips when you've moved to Sweden

    Like any other country, Sweden comes with its own laws, tax regulations and social traditions. From getting registered with the right authorities to finding a job, here are 10 things to take care of once you've arrived in the Land of the Midnight Sun. Read more »

  • 20 things to know before moving to Sweden

    As diverse as Sweden is, there are a few societal norms that are distinctly Swedish. Understanding a handful of them will hopefully prepare you culturally before you relocate. When you're invited home to a Swede, you better be on time and take your shoes off, writes expat Lola Akinmade-Åkerström. Read more »

  • Pippi Longstocking — Swedish rebel and feminist role model

    Updated November 7, 2008 All over the world, Pippi Longstocking (Långstrump) has encouraged generations of girls to have fun and to believe in themselves. In the process, she has done wonders for equality between the sexes. Read more »

Swedish society

  • Innovative Swedish ICT leads the way

    As several smart Swedish start-ups are emerging on the global information and communication technology (ICT) stage, Sweden ranks number one in the digital economies of the world. Interesting innovations and cutting-edge technologies abound. Read more »

  • Internet freedom in Sweden — a closer look

    Sweden promotes internet freedom globally. But what about internet freedom within Sweden? Just how free are people emailing in Umeå, linking in Linköping or downloading in Dalarna? Read more »

  • 10 tips for starting a business in Sweden

    When it comes to starting a business in Sweden, a little planning goes a long way. Here are 10 tips for the budding sole trader. Read more »

  • Dag Hammarskjöld — the Peacemaker

    It's 50 years since Sweden's most famous peacemaker, Dag Hammarskjöld, was killed in a plane crash in Africa — but his legacy lives on. The United Nations Secretary-General believed that problems should be solved at an early stage and promoted preventive diplomacy. During his tenure he also introduced quiet diplomacy, realising that in certain situations, this method was preferable to open debates. Read more »

Study in Sweden

Working in Sweden

  • 3 good reasons to work in Sweden

    Sweden is a good place for careers in most professions. And with relaxed labor migration rules in place, it has become easier to move here for work. As an employee in Sweden, you are also offered a range of benefits. Let us give you three good reasons to move to Sweden for work. Read more »

  • 4 steps from job offer to arrival

    First, apply for a job in Sweden via the EURES job site. When you've managed to get a job offer from Sweden, our step-by-step guide will take you through the process of moving here. Learn how your immediate family members can automatically qualify for a work permit along with your own. A written job offer is your key to a life in Sweden. Read more »

  • Main Swedish business sectors

    From iconic Ikea furniture to affordable H&M fashion and the building expertise of Skanska, Sweden's business sectors cover a wide range of industries. The largest private sectors include cleantech, information and communications technology (ICT), life sciences, automotive industry and materials sciences. Public sectors such as health care and forestry also employ a large number of people. Read more »

Swedish word of the day

lång

adjective

Lång means long, tall and can be used for height, distance or time.

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by Swedish picture of the day

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It's That Time of the Month Again
by Kate Reuterswärd - Expat

It’s that time of the month again.  You feel weak and cranky. You raid the cabinets for chocolate and realize that you don't have any more. A sense of malaise and dissatisfaction descends. And then it comes. A feeling of restless anticipation takes over the city, and the state-run liquor stores brace themselves for a... Read more »

Food Blog
Strawberry cake
by Swedish recipes

  Strawberry cake Print   Recipe type: Pastry Author: Sofia Hortlund & Nadia Nygren, Grythytte akademi Serves: 1 cake Ingredients Sponge cake base: 2 eggs 2dl (1 cup) granulated sugar 50g (1¾ oz) butter 3dl (1½ cup) flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 1dl (½ cup) milk 3% 1 lemon, the zest butter... Read more »

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