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A new Swedish chewing gum promising to keep users "looking their best" has nutrition experts and consumer watchdogs up in arms. READ () »
A young man suspected of beating a 54-year-old Swedish school teacher to death in April tried to downplay the severity of the fatal assault in testimony on the second day of the against the three young adults who stand charged with the killing. READ () »
The Swedish branch of a major condom producer recently announced open positions for 1,000 happy Swedes of both sexes to act as condom testers. READ () »
Preschool-children at a day care centre in southern Sweden have had their outdoor fun ruined by hordes of hungry and intrepid rooks. READ () »
The Swedish government spent 119 million kronor ($18.6 million) to public relations consultants between 2007 and 2010, with significant sums going to help simplify language about financial policies. READ () »
As John Lydon, better known as former Sex Pistols frontman Johnny Rotten, prepares to take the stage in Gothenburg with Public Image Ltd, The Local's Geoff Mortimore learns about the rock legend's continual attempts to reinvent himself. READ () »
H&M is teaming up with design legend Donatella Versace for the Swedish discount fashion retailer's special 2011 autumn collection. READ () »
Swedish star defenseman Nicklas Lidström has signed a one year deal with the Detroit Red Wings that allows him to play for a 20th season in the National Hockey League. READ () »
A growing market of applications for smartphones and electronic reading pads aimed at young children and toddlers is being created in Sweden, according to experts who fear there may be consequences. READ () »
Swedish automaker Saab told workers on Monday that its factory in western Sweden would remain idle for two more weeks as the company negotiates with suppliers over repayment plans. READ () »
The 30-year-old male who is under suspicion for murdering a Swedish girl in Fuengirola, Spain, will stay in custody after the friend of the dead girl was heard by the court on Monday. READ () »
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Kentucky’s Bourbon Royalty Visits Sweden »
"He's not a celebrity in Sweden, but everyone in Kentucky knows the name Fred Noe. Even more people know the name of his great-grandfather, Jim Beam." READ »