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February 14, 2012
Fairy
The following articles have been tagged with "Fairy":
Creating a Christmas home, Swedish style
Lifestyle: 8 Dec 11
Looking for tips for how to give your home some Swedish Christmas flare? Interior design blogger Niki Brantmark provides a few ideas to help turn your home into a cutting edge Swedish winter wonderland.
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How Stockholm students are at the heart of Nobel week
Education: 29 Nov 11
Studying at Stockholm University gives you the chance to rub shoulders with Nobel laureates on the night they receive their prize - and you might even get the chance to attend the banquet itself.
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Top stately spots for a Swedish wedding party
Lifestyle: 26 Oct 11
For those planning a grand wedding in Sweden and searching for a suitable location to host a reception, The Local has put together a list of top spots, from fairytale castles to 19th century homes, as well as some more modest options.
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Haga: Sweden's 'royal nursery' preps for a new arrival
Lifestyle: 20 Oct 11
With a massive garden complete with play areas, woods and other parkland, Haga Palace isn’t a bad playground for the upcoming addition to the Swedish royal family, The Local's Geoff Mortimore explains.
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Victoria pregnant
National: 17 Aug 11
Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel Westling are expecting their first child, the Swedish Royal Court announced on Wednesday.
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Sweden's top children's playgrounds
Lifestyle: 1 Jul 11
With the summer sun in the ascendancy, it’s time to lather on the sunscreen, pack a picnic, and head out to explore some of the 50,000 playgrounds on offer across Sweden. The Local’s Karen Holst tips some of the country’s best.
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From wedding bliss to royal crisis: the state of Sweden's monarchy
Analysis & Opinion: 17 Jun 11
One year after the royal wedding of Crown Princess Victoria, Sweden's royal family finds itself mired in crisis. The Local's Clara Guibourg examines why the wedding glow faded so fast and what it means for the monarchy's future.
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Teacher suspected of assaulting 2-year-old girl
National: 28 May 11
A pre-school teacher in Gothenburg has been reported to the police on suspicion of assaulting a 2-year-old girl earlier this week, prompting several parents to keep their children at home.
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Lemming hordes perish in Swedish roadside 'massacre'
Society: 27 Apr 11
Hordes of lemmings are making their way down from the Swedish mountains, falling victim to traffic in what has been described as a real "massacre".
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Swede's unicorn email prompts gay porn piracy probe
Science & Technology: 12 Mar 11
A prank email referencing a unicorn and a leprechaun sent by a Swedish file-sharer prompted a US-based gay porn film studio to file a subpoena for the man's email address.
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Söderling wins first Masters title over Monfils
Sport: 15 Nov 10
Sweden's Robin Söderling secured his first-ever Masters title by defeating local favourite Gaël Monfils 6-1, 7-6 (7/1) in the ATP Paris Masters final on Sunday.
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Söderling slays Llodra to set up Paris final
Sport: 14 Nov 10
Swedish tennis star Robin Söderling won a gruelling 6-7 (0/7), 7-5, 7-6 (8/6) semi-final to end unseeded Frenchman Michael Llodra's Paris Masters fairytale on Saturday, setting up a final clash with local favourite Gael Monfils.
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Zlatan stuns Swedish teen with AC Milan trial
Sport: 8 Oct 10
Swedish football star Zlatan Ibrahimovic may have discovered storied Italian club AC Milan’s next superstar – right in his own backyard.
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Stockholm gallery makes art of al fresco dining
Lifestyle: 8 Jul 10
After mustering the courage to venture out of Stockholm's inner city, Emy Gelb found Färgfabriken's new eco-inspired artsy outside space, complete with super plant-infused drinks, well worth the trip.
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Sweden takes Daniel to its heart after speech
National: 21 Jun 10
Prince Daniel's emotional speech at Saturday's wedding banquet has left Sweden’s media and large swathes of the population delighted with the latest addition to the royal family.
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Police thrilled after 'fantastic' wedding day
Society: 20 Jun 10
Police, politicians and church leaders all remained caught up in the moment on Sunday after an emotional royal wedding day went off without a hitch.
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World's press hails 'fairytale romance'
Society: 20 Jun 10
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.
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'I love you, Victoria'
Society: 20 Jun 10
Guests at the royal wedding party danced into the early hours after Prince Daniel’s moving speech brought tears to the eyes of a radiant Crown Princess Victoria.
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The Royal Wedding: Live Blog
National: 19 Jun 10
Today's the day that Crown Princess Victoria will get her man of the people. We'll be following the whole thing live - with reporters around Stockholm providing the latest news, reactions and (hopefully) informed speculation from the Royal Wedding.
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'Thank you for giving me my Prince'
National: 19 Jun 10
Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria has got her Prince. In front of a crowd of thousands outside Stockholm’s Royal Palace following her marriage to Daniel Westling, she thanked the Swedish people for letting her marry the man she loves.
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Why Victoria's gown will be more than just a dress
Lifestyle: 14 May 10
Queen Silvia's wedding dress was created by Dior, but Crown Princess Victoria is widely expected to find her gown closer to home. And the choice of dress will be dripping in symbolism, writes The Local's royal correspondent Juan Navas.
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What's On in Sweden: March 19th - 25th
Lifestyle: 17 Mar 10
What’s on in Sweden: Ship shape tour in Stockholm, Cameroonian Jazz in Gothenburg and a spin on Cinderella in Malmö. Plus English comedy in Linköping.
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Why deny a princess her fairytale? Republicans and the royal weddings
Analysis & Opinion: 15 Feb 10
With Sweden's royal wedding year now upon us, writer and commoner Allan Burnett hoists the flag for an influential group catering for the anti-monarchy needs of a large and flabbergasted minority.
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World's children ask Santa for video games and puppies
Society: 15 Dec 09
Boys and girls around the world have video games, Lego and pets at the top of their Christmas wish lists this year, according to the Swedish postal service, which has steamed open letters addressed to Santa Claus in Tomteboda.
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Müller slams Russia at Nobel awards ceremony
Society: 11 Dec 09
While the glittering Nobel Prize ceremony opened to a trumpet fanfare, Herta Müller, winner of the Nobel Literature Prize, criticized a number of countries, including Russia, for their lack of commitment to human rights.
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Five festive pointers for the perfect Swedish Christmas
Lifestyle: 8 Dec 09
It’s that time of year when people are starting to flippantly use the C-word. Or Jul as it is known in Sweden. But what are the secret ingredients to the perfect Swedish Christmas? Ben Kersley investigates.
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Nobel Week kicks off with feast and fancy
Society: 6 Dec 09
Nobel Week is once again in full swing, with the 12 Nobel laureates and their respective entourages arriving in the Swedish capital over the weekend. The week’s festivities will culminate with the Nobel Ceremony and Banquet on Thursday.
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H&M hands out free panties to promote new lingerie line
Society: 2 Dec 09
Swedish discount fashion retailer H&M gave away women's undies to guests attending the Paris launch of a new lingerie line designed by French designer Sonia Rykiel.
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Ralph's going to take you to another dimension
Lifestyle: 25 Aug 09
In a galaxy quite nearby lives Ralph Lundsten, a palace-dwelling septuagenarian and a true pioneer in the field of electronic music.
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What's on in Sweden: August 14 - 20
Lifestyle: 13 Aug 09
What's on in Sweden: Culture and youth festivals in Stockholm; International music festival and continental market in Gothenburg; Music & arts festival in Malmö.
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Naked horn player named Sweden's Water Fairy of the Year
Society: 21 Jul 09
A nude saxophone player surprised four similarly dressed violinists in northwestern Sweden to claim victory as the year’s best incarnation of a water fairy, a mythical creature from ancient Swedish folklore.
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Söderling cruises into French Open semi final
Sport: 2 Jun 09
Robin Söderling, the Swedish tennis star who ended Rafael Nadal's remarkable unbeaten run at Roland Garros, scored a straight set victory over Russian Nikolay Davydenko on Tuesday.
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Ernman upbeat after Eurovision loss
Society: 17 May 09
Sweden and Malena Ernman could only manage a 21st place and 33 votes in Saturday's Eurovision Song Contest. Nordic neighbours Norway however had a perfect start to national day celebrations by claiming the title.
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Ice Church in Swedish Lappland offers white winterland wedding
Dating: 11 Feb 09
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, AFP's Nina Larson witnesses wedding ceremonies performed in a Swedish winter wonderland.
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Malmö club and concert tips: Saturday, Jan 24
Lifestyle: 22 Jan 09
The Djungeltrumman club editor's tips.
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Queen Silvia: 'No plans to retire'
Society: 22 Dec 08
Sweden's Queen Silvia has confirmed that she has no plans to retire despite reaching the retirement age of 65. Grandchildren would be welcome though, she confirms.
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Winter rail destinations: Copenhagen
Travel: 8 Dec 08
Sponsored article: Perched on the other side of the Öresund strait, cosmopolitan Copenhagen is just a short train ride away.
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Malmö club and concert tips: Saturday, Nov. 29
Lifestyle: 27 Nov 08
The Djungeltrumman club editor's tips.
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Winter city guides for parents and kids: Stockholm
Lifestyle: 18 Nov 08
Jennifer Heape combs the Swedish capital for child-friendly winter activities.
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Malmö nightclub tips: Saturday, Nov 1
Lifestyle: 31 Oct 08
After an icy week in southern Sweden, what better than a night out on the town in Malmö? Djungeltrumman lists some of the best options.
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Malmö nightclub tips: Saturday, Oct 4
Lifestyle: 2 Oct 08
Stay in tune with what's happening in Malmö this Saturday with the aid of The Local and club pros Djungeltrumman.
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Chilling out with a Baltic spa experience
Travel: 22 Sep 08
If you're looking to pamper yourself this autumn, a spa trip to the Baltics could be just the ticket, writes Alannah Eames.
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A marriage made in Sweden and America
Dating: 15 Sep 08
How do a couple that met in London, live in Sweden and speak both English and Swedish plan their happy day? Ben Kersley (Englishman and ‘sambo’) attends a Swedish/American wedding.
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What’s on in Sweden: September 12 - 18
Lifestyle: 11 Sep 08
What’s on: Johnny Logan and American Football in Stockholm; Ukulele orchestra and psychobilly legends in Gothenburg; Cinema Bizarre and dance fusion in Malmö.
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What’s on in Sweden: August 29 - September 4
Lifestyle: 28 Aug 08
What’s on: World class choir and Snoop Dogg in Stockholm; Aero Show in Gothenburg, pop festival and fashion bazaar in Malmö.
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Stockholm art gallery guide: July 31 - August 6
Lifestyle: 31 Jul 08
Stockholm art gallery and exhibition tips from Kalendarium.
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Stockholm art gallery guide: June 27 - July 3
Lifestyle: 26 Jun 08
Stockholm art gallery and exhibition tips from Kalendarium.
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Weekend Gothenburg tips
Lifestyle: 17 Apr 08
Looking for somewhere to go out in Gothenburg this weekend? Monthly has done the reconnaissance.
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Swedish women cash in on gold find
Society: 4 Apr 08
Two Swedish women are set for a golden future after a Canadian company agreed to pay millions of kronor for their mining concession.
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Kitsch, colourful and veggie
Lifestyle: 21 Sep 07
Tipping Point:Kathleen needs a break from blond wood tables, and is relieved to find that Stockholmers occasionally have the capacity for slightly kitsch taste. One place particularly replete with colour is a restaurant at the city's Hare Krishna temple.
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The Dame Judi Dench of garden centres
Lifestyle: 15 Jun 07
Tipping Point: Growing old gracefully is an art that many women haven't quite mastered, says Kathleen Harman. But she finds one old lady of Stockholm who has weathered the years with distinction
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Why is Brazil playing Ghana in Stockholm?
Lifestyle: 26 Mar 07
The Brazilian football team is in Sweden - but it is not playing the Swedish national side. Instead, Ronaldinho and chums have played Chile in Gothenburg and face Ghana in Stockholm. Eddie de Oliveira finds out why.
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"Put Pippi on the money," says Schyman
Politics: 12 Feb 07
As part of a campaign to replace the monarchy with a republic, politician Gudrun Schyman suggests replacing the king's head with that of Pippi Longstocking on Swedish coins.
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Queen Silvia praises Swedes' generosity
Smörgåsbord: 16 Jun 05
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Swedish pop stars unite against illegal downloading
Lifestyle: 18 Apr 05
The list of signatories reads like the VIP list at an industry awards ceremony but an open letter from Sweden's top musical artists isn't about glamour - it's about "what's right and what's wrong". Note: nicking their music is wrong.
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Carl Gustaf: "Nobody dares to take responsibility"
National: 10 Jan 05
In a moving speech King Carl Gustaf reminds victims of the tsunami that he knows how it feels to grow up without a father and "like the king in the fairytale" wishes he could make everything all right. But in a newspaper interview he reveals that it took the government 36 hours to brief him on events in Asia.
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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 »
How far can English take you in Sweden?
Sweden is a country where almost everyone can speak English. So why bother to learn Swedish? Edina Varnagy from Hungary managed with English for a whole year but then found that Swedish could open doors – to a job, a social life and greater understanding. Read more »
"The ice dripped in the winter sun. It was the first day when the light had been intense enough to cause dripping in the sunlight. To hear it was an extraordinary wakeup call. The cycle was happening again as it always does, always will (or so we think). I imagined that on my summer island, the bees..." READ »
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