Half of Stockholm trains cancelled on Saturday due to staff illness
Half of all trains in, to and via Stockholm have been cancelled between Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning due to staff illness.
Your fastest route to learning Swedish
Want to learn Swedish but feel stuck? You’re not alone. While many international people who move to Sweden get by with English, doing so can create a gnawing sense that you’re not fully embracing your new life and the opportunities it could offer. Two international residents tell us how they cracked the Swedish language.
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Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Find out what's going on in Sweden today with The Local's short roundup of the news in less than five minutes.
The video series shining a light on personal European stories
Every day we are confronted with news and views on the many issues that concern us in 21st century Europe. But as a new year begins, could it be time to get a fresh perspective on some of those big topics, whether it's migration, climate change or political polarisation?
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Why The Local’s IES story has caused such a stir in Sweden
An investigative article by The Local into what it's like to work as a foreign teacher at Sweden's largest free school chain, IES, has raised eyebrows and sparked much debate. Here's why it is such a controversial issue – and why its impact goes beyond just teachers.
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When will Sweden have daylight again?
Swedish word of the day: ensamhet
Today's word of the day is the Swedish word for "loneliness" – but why are Swedes considered some of the loneliest people in the world?
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What are the Covid rules in place at ski resorts across Europe?
The winter spike in Covid infections across Europe means another ski season will take place under health restrictions and recommendations. Here's what you need to know about the rules in different countries.
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How Austria could be impacted by the Ukraine crisis
Tensions between Russia and western nations have increased amid fears Ukraine could be invaded. We take a look at Austria’s stance on the situation and how the country could be impacted by the crisis.
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