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Today in Sweden: Trade union heavyweights urge Left Party to drop cabinet demand
Blue-collar unions are putting pressure on the Left Party to drop its demand for ministerial posts – and 350,000 SAS passengers hit by major data breach. Here's the latest news on Tuesday.
Tell us: How do you feel about Sweden's government nail-biter?
More than 50 days after the election, Sweden's government negotiations are suddenly moving fast, with the Centre Party currently playing the role of king-maker. What do you think of it all?
How Sweden's parties have reacted to the latest political drama
The Sweden Democrats' bombshell decision to drop its demand for cabinet posts and the Centre Party's threat to switch sides sparked a flurry of activity from Sweden's political parties over the weekend. But what are the main players saying?
Why the duck do some Swedes feast on goose blood in November?
Despite being a fading celebration, on November 10th some southern Swedes will still keep the tradition of Mårtensafton alive by gathering the family to eat goose and goose blood soup.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Sweden Democrat leader to give update on far right's cabinet demands – and Stockholm taxi firms rattled as low-cost rival branches into Sweden. Here's the latest news.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Travel chaos south of Stockholm following overnight rail collision – and northern municipal chief steps down after porn career revealed. Here's the latest news.
Member Q&A: When will Sweden get a new government?
Sweden doesn't have a new government yet, more than 50 days after the election. When will it get one? The Local's editor answered readers' questions.
Sweden's central bank raises interest rate to 2 percent – and further hikes are expected
Sweden's central bank, the Riksbank, on Wednesday hiked the country's key interest rate from 1.75 percent to 2 percent.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Clock ticks towards snap election as Sweden's prime minister votes hit deadlock – and markets brace for aggressive Sweden rate hikes as Riksbank plays catch-up. Here's the latest news.
Sweden's ten best Christmas markets in 2026
Christmas isn't a long way off now (sorry, but it's not). Here are Sweden's ten best Christmas markets in 2026 and the dates you need to know.
Interest rate and citizenship: What changes in Sweden in November 2026
Sweden is expected to hike its interest rate – and MPs are set to vote on a bill that would make it possible to revoke citizenship in certain cases. Here's that and everything else that changes in November.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Sweden Democrats and Centre Party deny rumours of secret government talks – and Swedish unions set to unveil wage demands ahead of crucial 2027 negotiations. Here's the latest news.
Tell us: What are your favourite Swedish children's books?
We want to know what Swedish children's books have had a real impact on you or your children.
Read on. The Local Sweden needs your help
The Local’s role for international residents in Sweden has become more important than ever, but it’s increasingly difficult to survive in a media landscape dominated by big global tech companies and AI.
Inside Sweden: You know you've gone full Swede when you start craving this quiz show
The Local's Emma Löfgren writes about her annual TV obsession, and lists Sweden's top stories of the week.
What the EU's new banking law means for foreigners in Sweden
If you live in Sweden and have an account with a non-EU bank, you may have recently received a message telling you about a new EU directive – here's what it means for foreigners in Sweden.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Social Democrat leader slams speaker's surprise decision to call PM vote on Centre Party leader – and Stockholm stock exchange defies Wall Street tech slump. Here's the latest news.
Swedish word of the day: onsdag
Onsdag is the Swedish word for Wednesday.
Swedish business sector urges next government to overhaul global talent strategy
A leading Swedish business organisation is urging the next government – whenever it is formed – to step up the work of attracting and retaining crucial international talent.
Sweden's right wing takes clear lead over left wing in new poll
Following strong gains for the Moderate Party and the Sweden Democrats, a new poll has the right-wing side nearly four percentage points higher than their left-wing rivals.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Kristersson calls on speaker to force parliamentary vote to break Swedish government deadlock – and right-wing bloc takes clear lead over left wing in new poll. Here's the latest news.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Speaker to call party leaders after Centre Party fails to forge centrist government – and Swedish security firm pays out 50,000 kronor over age discrimination. Here's the latest news.
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Fresh weather warnings for Sweden in wake of Storm Boelo – and far more children tied to gang violence in Sweden than previously thought. Here's the latest news.