Sweden rolls out Covid-19 booster shot to over-65s
Sweden will offer a third Covid-19 vaccine dose to everyone over the age of 65 – and in due course the booster shot will be offered to all adults, said Swedish health officials.
International money transfers: how to find the best deals in Sweden
Transferring money between countries is big business. According to UN estimates, roughly one billion people worldwide either send or receive international transfers. But did you know there's a state-financed transfer comparison service in Sweden that's fast, transparent and completely free to use?
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What should international parents know about Sweden’s migration law?
Swedish migration law changed in 2021. Now, everyone applying for a non-EU residence permit must do so with valid photo ID – even children. Read on to see what international parents who have a baby in Sweden should know about this law, and how it will affect you.
The international school in Stockholm perfecting the art of giving
Pablo Picasso once said: ”The meaning of life is to find your gift, and the purpose of life is to give it away.” After the CEO of this Stockholm school challenged students to rise to this challenge, The Local finds out how two children with international backgrounds are doing just that – with impressive results.
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Covid-19 case at Malmö conference: Handshakes were ‘avoided’
Handshakes were "avoided as much as possible" at an international Holocaust conference in Sweden, a government spokesperson told The Local after the Latvian president Egils Levits tested positive for Covid-19.
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‘Dagens’ lunch specials – an unexpected window into Swedish society
You may already have spotted a few bylines from Becky Waterton, The Local’s new full-time reporter based in Malmö. Here’s a chance for her to introduce herself with an article on one of her favourite topics – lunch.
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Buying vs renting in Sweden: Which is best?
Whether you're planning for your move to Sweden to be permanent or not, accommodation is one of the key things to arrange, and choosing between buying or renting is a big part of that.
Ten essential Sámi words that you might not have heard before
There are about ten Sámi languages alive today, spoken across the northern parts of Scandinavia and eastern Russia. But they are among the many Indigenous languages around the world that are at risk of disappearing.
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How to talk about the weather with Swedes
How Denmark plans to attract more workers from Sweden
A new cross-border collaboration to match Swedish job seekers with Danish employers aims to solve the late-pandemic labour crises in both countries.
Cinnamon Bun Day: Six sticky facts about Sweden’s beloved bun
On October 4th, Swedes celebrate National Cinnamon Bun Day in honour of their favourite sweet treat, but why have a special day dedicated to a sugary snack? The Local has got its teeth into six scrumptious facts about the nation's most popular pastry.
Covid-19 in Austria: Follow the latest developments this week
Daily Covid cases at the highest level since 2020, new rules in Styria, and the rest of the Covid-19 news in Austria you need to know.
