Opposition makes comeback in new poll
The opposition has increased its lead over Sweden's Alliance government according to a new opinion poll by Sifo.
Day: May 17, 2009
Two men held for Stockholm murder
Two men have been detained on suspicion of murdering a man in an apartment in Hässelby strand in wester Stockholm on Saturday night.
Ibrahimovic claims sixth consecutive title
Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrated his sixth straight league title as Inter Milan claimed their fourth consecutive Serie A crown on Saturday thanks to title rivals AC Milan's loss to Udinese.
Swedes meet detained US journalists in North Korea
The Swedish ambassador to North Korea met two detained US journalists on Friday, the first such contact in six weeks, a senior US official said.
Ernman upbeat after Eurovision loss
Sweden and Malena Ernman could only manage a 21st place and 33 votes in Saturday's Eurovision Song Contest. Scandinavian neighbour Norway had a perfect start to national day celebrations by claiming the title.