How to buy an apartment in Sweden, step by step
We've outlined the steps you need to take and the pitfalls to look out for in this guide for potential buyers.
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Five ways your child’s school can prepare them for tomorrow’s world
Is your child getting the education they need for a complex future? With the pace of change today, it's worth finding out about the little-known (but fast-growing) International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP).
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Why do the Swedes take such long summer holidays?
Have you ever wondered exactly how the four-week summer holiday became so entrenched in Swedish society?
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Friluftsliv, or the reason I moved to Sweden
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Buying vs renting in Sweden: Which is best?
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Sweden in Focus podcast: New migration laws, a Covid recap and life in the Gothenburg archipelago
This week's behind-the-scenes look at the biggest news stories in Sweden with the journalists who know them best.
Sweden’s economy grows more than expected during second quarter
Sweden's GDP grew more than expected during the second quarter of the year, according to preliminary figures.
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How to book your Covid-19 vaccine in each Swedish region
UPDATED: Here is the latest information on how to book your Covid-19 vaccine in each of Sweden's 21 regions.
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OPINION: Has Sweden’s prime minister paid the price for his passivity?
Sweden's government collapsed on Monday after a vote of no confidence won enough support. The Local's columnist Lisa Bjurwald questions if the vote is the natural result of the prime minister appearing to hand over the reins on crucial issues.
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How to analyse a Swedish housing association’s finances before you buy an apartment
When you buy an apartment in Sweden, you're usually actually buying into a housing association (bostadsrättsförening), and it's crucial to understand the state of their finances to make sure your investment is secure.
Swedish vocabulary: How to talk about the weather
Our vocabulary guide to some of Sweden's most essential weather words and sayings.
How to kick-start your Swedish career: Six top tips for job seekers
Thinking of moving to Sweden for work? Here are six expert tips to help you boost your career prospects.
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Should foreign workers in Sweden join a union?
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Ticks in Sweden: How to avoid them and protect yourself
You know about elk and bears, but in Sweden one of the most dangerous creatures is one of the smallest: the tick.
Historic deluge in Austrian town of Graz causes flooding and damage to homes
A rain storm that swept over the city of Graz in the Steiermark region of Austria on Friday evening smashed a rainfall record from 1938, flooded streets and cellars, and uprooted several trees.
