EXPLAINED: What changes about life in Sweden in August 2021?
Between schools starting in Sweden and Covid-19 vaccinations opening up to more people – here are a few things to make sure you have on your radar in August.
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Five ways your child’s school can prepare them for tomorrow’s world
The pace of change today means schools are being challenged like never before to ensure their teaching remains relevant. How can you as a parent be sure your child is getting the education they need for tomorrow’s world?
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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?
Nine reasons Sweden is heaven for employees
As an international resident of Sweden, you've often heard it said – but is it true? Judge for yourself with this list of reasons why working here is just great: the high level of English, the strong unions, the team coffee breaks and much more ...
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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.
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What does Sweden’s new migration law mean for residence permit-holders?
Sweden's new migration law came into effect on July 20th, and contains some important changes for people applying for permanent residency or who want to bring a family member over to Sweden.
Videos
Sweden to exempt international elite gamers from non-EU entry ban
The Swedish government has proposed a new exemption to the non-EU entry ban, which would make it easier for esports players to take part in competitions in Sweden.
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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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Know your rights: How hot is your apartment in Sweden allowed to be?
Sweden is currently experiencing a heatwave, and for many people it's uncomfortably warm indoors as well as outside. Here are the guidelines you should know about if you're renting an apartment in Sweden in case it gets unbearably hot.
Ten beautiful 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.
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?
Where did everybody go? How Stockholm becomes a ghost town in summer
It’s July in Stockholm. The streets are empty, the bars are eerily deserted and you don’t have to wait an hour to get a table for brunch. What is going on?
3G to become 2G? How Austria is changing its green pass rules
In order to encourage vaccination and counter the threat of the Delta variant, Austria is tightening rules for entry to certain venues.
