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Swedish news in English

Friday, January 17, 2025

Scandals and Double Standards in Sweden

Sweden is grappling with controversies surrounding its national security advisor, Henrik Landerholm, and the apparent double standards in accountability. Landerholm, a close ally of Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, has been criticized for mishandling classified documents, which were found by cleaning staff.

Yesterday

Politics

Bromma Airport Faces Uncertain Future

Bromma Airport in Stockholm is at the center of a heated debate. Once a bustling hub, it now sees only two daily flights, with most airlines shifting operations to Arlanda.

Yesterday

Politics

Teacher Stabbed in School Attack

A teacher was seriously injured in a stabbing at Runby School in Upplands Väsby, north of Stockholm. The attack occurred on school grounds, prompting a swift response from police and emergency services.

15 January, 21:24

Crime

Snowstorm Slows Sweden's Roads

Heavy snowfall and strong winds caused challenging road conditions across Sweden on Monday. Despite the difficulties, many drivers heeded official advice to drive cautiously.

7 January, 07:18

Weather

Icy Weather Halts Train Services

Train services between Nässjö C and Alvesta have been halted due to icy conditions on power lines and an electrical fault. Seven trains heading to Stockholm, Linköping, and Malmö were affected, forcing passengers to return to nearby stations.

7 January, 03:06

Transportation

Snowstorm Chaos Hits Swedish Roads

A severe snowstorm has caused multiple accidents across Sweden, with the E4 highway near Huskvarna being a major hotspot. On Monday afternoon, a truck crashed into the median barrier, spilling diesel and blocking traffic in both directions.

7 January, 03:06

Weather

Massive Fire Forces Evacuations in Uppsala

A massive fire broke out early Monday morning in a three-story apartment building in Tuna Backar, northern Uppsala. The blaze, which started on a balcony, quickly spread to the attic and roof, prompting the evacuation of all residents.

6 January, 13:40

Breaking News

Snowstorm Hits Sweden, Travel Disrupted

A severe snowstorm has swept into Sweden, prompting orange weather warnings from SMHI in regions like Dalsland, Värmland, and western Dalarna. Heavy snowfall and strong winds are causing hazardous travel conditions, with authorities urging people to avoid unnecessary journeys.

6 January, 09:13

Weather

Bomb Squad Neutralizes Threat in Norrköping

A tense evening unfolded in Norrköping as the national bomb squad neutralized two suspected hand grenades found in a residential building. Police were alerted around 6 PM on Sunday, prompting evacuations and safety measures.

6 January, 00:37

Crime

SJ Resumes Night Trains Amid Weather Shift

Swedish train operator SJ has announced the resumption of night train services between Stockholm and Narvik starting Monday, following an improvement in weather conditions. The services were suspended over the weekend due to extreme cold, with temperatures dropping below -30°C in northern Sweden.

5 January, 20:19

Travel

Sweden's New Textile Recycling Law

Starting January 1, 2025, Sweden will enforce a new law requiring the separate collection of textile waste, including damaged items like socks and underwear. Municipalities are tasked with managing this process, but approaches vary.

5 January, 20:19

Environment

Double Explosions Rock Gothenburg

Two explosions occurred in Gothenburg on Saturday night, causing damage but no injuries. The first blast happened near an apartment in Kortedala, damaging a patio and door.

5 January, 11:19

Crime

Tensta Party Chaos

A party in Tensta, northwest Stockholm, spiraled out of control late Saturday night, prompting a major police response. The event, held in a venue rented from the Syrian Orthodox Church, hosted 700 attendees—300 more than the legal capacity.

5 January, 06:57

Local News

New Textile Recycling Rules in Sweden

Sweden has introduced new rules requiring the recycling of all textile waste starting January 2025. However, implementation varies across regions.

5 January, 02:41

Environment

Teen Dies in Firework Tragedy

A 14-year-old boy in Södertälje has tragically died after being struck by a firework on New Year’s Eve. The incident occurred in Lina Hage shortly after midnight.

4 January, 17:54

News

Severe Snowstorm to Hit Sweden

A powerful snowstorm is set to sweep across Sweden early next week, bringing heavy snowfall and strong winds. SMHI has issued orange and yellow warnings for large parts of the country, with up to 30 centimeters of snow expected in some areas.

4 January, 13:34

Weather

Arson Suspect Held After Villa Blaze

A dramatic villa fire in Rosvik, near Piteå, led to the evacuation of five nearby homes due to the discovery of gas canisters posing an explosion risk. The fire, which started in a garage connected to the house, quickly engulfed the property.

4 January, 04:35

Crime

Snowstorm Paralyzes Swedish Roads

A powerful snowstorm has caused chaos across western Sweden, with heavy snowfall and strong winds creating hazardous conditions. Traffic has been severely disrupted, with still-standing trucks blocking roads in Uddevalla and other areas.

3 January, 15:28

Weather

Blekinge Secures Compensation for Oil Spill

The Swedish county of Blekinge will receive 1. 6 million kronor in compensation from TT-Line following the oil spill caused by the grounding of the Marco Polo ferry in Pukaviksbukten in autumn 2023.

3 January, 15:28

Environment

Hagfors Gas Leak Hospitalizes 13

Thirteen people in Hagfors, Sweden, were hospitalized after suspected carbon monoxide poisoning from an oven. The incident occurred on Thursday evening in a local venue, possibly a wood-fired bakery or pizzeria.

2 January, 21:48

Public Safety

Hidden Jewish Lives in Sweden

Joanna Rubin Dranger's new book, "Dolda judiska liv" (Hidden Jewish Lives), sheds light on the silent struggles of Swedish Jews. Inspired by an anonymous email, the book reveals stories of individuals who have hidden their Jewish identity due to the pervasive strength of antisemitism in Sweden.

2 January, 21:48

Culture

Ice Chaos Halts Swedish Trains

Severe ice on railway contact lines has caused major disruptions in Swedish train traffic, particularly around Laxå. Passengers, including Daniel Jakobsfrid, faced hours-long delays, with some waiting over four hours for replacement buses.

2 January, 17:26

Transportation

Ice Halts Trains in Sweden

Train services between Stockholm and Gothenburg have been severely disrupted due to ice on power lines near Laxå. While one track reopened Thursday morning, others remain closed, causing delays and cancellations.

2 January, 13:08

Transportation

Teenagers Robbed at Knifepoint in Malmö

Two teenage boys were robbed at knifepoint in Limhamn, Malmö, on New Year's Day. The incident occurred around 8 PM when five masked individuals threatened the victims with a sharp object, forcing them to hand over their pants, shoes, and money.

2 January, 04:21

Crime

Train Chaos Disrupts New Year Travel

Severe disruptions hit train services in Sweden on New Year’s Day due to ice formation on power lines in Laxå. The issue caused a complete halt between Hallsberg and Skövde, leaving passengers stranded for hours.

1 January, 19:56

Transportation