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One in five Swedes 'is a millionaire'

Sweden is awash with millionaires, thanks to rising house prices and solid stock market performance, according to a new survey. "It would be fair to say this is the richest Swedes have ever been," says the report's author. READ () »

Two injured in Stockholm axe attack

Two people have been taken to hospital following an armed robbery at a jewellery shop in Bagarmossen in south Stockholm. READ () »

Lebanese scouts denied visa to Sweden

A group of Lebanese scouts hoping to participate at a major jamboree in southern Sweden have had their visa applications turned down by the Swedish Embassy in Damascus. READ () »

Podcast: Stockholm Syndrome revisited

Last year The Local's Paul Rapacioli wrote a series of articles entitled Stockholm Syndrome, chronicling his experiences settling in in Sweden. Now, the column has been resurrected in audio form. READ () »

Pregnant in Sweden - I'll drink to that

While recently awaiting the arrival of a new baby, Elizabeth Dacey-Fondelius found herself not so much restricted by her bulging belly as by the opinions of those around her - especially when it came to alcohol consumption. READ () »

Teenagers arrested for Gothenburg murder

Police have arrested six people in connection with the stabbing to death of a shop worker in Gothenburg on Tuesday afternoon. READ () »

Core investments bolster Investor growth

The Wallenberg family's investment firm Investor saw its net asset value surge to 182.6 billion kronor (27.4 billion dollars) in the first half of 2007, with ABB, Scania and Atlas Copco the main drivers. READ () »

Asylum seeker 'may have invented rape story'

Police say they have reason to doubt the story of an Iraqi asylum seeker who claimed she was raped by three masked men in a Stockholm apartment last week. READ () »

Schibsted snaps up online TV guide

Scandinavian media giant Schibsted has become the majority owner in the web site Tv.nu, which is said to be Sweden's most popular online television guide. READ () »

17-year-old held for knife attack

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a serious stabbing incident in Täby on Tuesday night. READ () »

Man stabbed to death in Gothenburg

A 45-year-old Gothenburg man was stabbed to death on Tuesday afternoon at the shop where he worked. READ () »

Drunk workers fired from nuclear plant

Ringhals nuclear power plant has tightened security after the sacking of a number of people involved in the construction of a new turbine hall. Eight workers have been relieved of their duties. READ () »

 

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What's On:The Local's guide to upcoming attractions and events in Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö
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A Congolese-Swedish pastor explains the roots to recent cases of parents exorcising demons from their children in Sweden
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H&M backs Bangladesh building safety accord
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Eurovision: second semi-final entries
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People-watching: Scenes from the Arctic Council meeting, Eurovision demonstrations, and Stockholm nightlife
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Swedes slam American Apparel over 'sexist' ads
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Housing crunch forces more young Swedes to live with mum and dad
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Eurovision - Centre State: 'It won't be easy to win again': Robin Stjernberg
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'Not all discrimination in Sweden is racism'
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Hidden Stockholm Gems: Ulriksdal's Palace
Sex in Sweden: condoms optional - study
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Sex in Sweden: condoms optional - study
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Russia 'lacks capacity' to attack Sweden: Reinfeldt
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Swedish friction experts unravel curling mystery
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Property of the Week: This week, we're looking inside a home from the 1700s just west of Stockholm. Complete with two cannons.
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JobTalk: Top ten tips for earning a higher salary in Sweden
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Swedish kids start daycare earlier: report
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People-watching: Check out some snaps from Stockholm's bustling nightlife, and scenes from the Squvalp water carnival
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Iron Maiden beer stopped over skull label concerns
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US comedy star Amy Poehler to make Swedish TV series with her brother
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The Local Quiz: It's elementary: Water, water, all around
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'Sex scandal' minister bathes in viral toilet puppy love
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Swede of the Week Catta Neuding: 'Politics has no place on my theatre stage'
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Love columnist Emilia Millicent wonders if cyber stalking has become socially acceptable, because it's just too easy to do
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Illegal apartment rentals thrive in Stockholm flat crunch
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Sweden 'second best' place to become a mum
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Video: Watch The Local's Oliver Gee get the Swedes to sing Abba music
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Abba museum opening ceremonies
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Property of the Week: This week, we're heading to Stockholm's Lidingö to see inside a four-bedroom home
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