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Friday, September 18, 2015

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Swedish capital goes car free for the first time
Stockholm's Old Town will be open to bikes but not cars on Saturday. Photo: Marcus Ericsson/TT

Swedish capital goes car free for the first time

Cars are being banned from large parts of Stockholm city centre on Saturday as the Swedish capital for the first time takes part in a Europe-wide initiative to encourage greener travel. 
Champions League
Zlatan books Malmö square for football party
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a former Malmö player. Photo: Jonas Ekströmer/TT

Zlatan books Malmö square for football party

Footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic is booking an entire square in his Swedish home city to make sure that ticketless fans can watch his club Paris Saint-Germain's next clash with Malmö FF. 
Sweden warns drivers of elks on hunt for sex
A lovesick elk? Photo: Pernilla Wahlman/SCANPIX

Sweden warns drivers of elks on hunt for sex

Doing a roadtrip through Sweden this autumn? Beware of lovesick elks. A nationwide warning about the horny animals went out to drivers across the Nordic country on Friday. 
Refugee crisis
Asylum claims soar by 25 percent in Sweden
Refugees arriving in Stockholm earlier this month. Photo: Henrik Montgomery/TT

Asylum claims soar by 25 percent in Sweden

The number of people applying for asylum for the first time in Sweden shot up by 25 percent between April and June, figures released by the Brussels statistics authority Eurostat showed on Friday. 
The Local List
Seven scrummy brunch spots in Stockholm
Breakfast at Vurma, Stockholm. Photo: The Local

Seven scrummy brunch spots in Stockholm

From sophisticated bistros to cosy coffee shops and a sizzling British-style breakfast cafe, here are seven of The Local's favourite places to do brunch in Stockholm. 
First womb transplant baby celebrates birthday
Vincent when he was just over a month old. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Jary

First womb transplant baby celebrates birthday

The Swedish parents of the world's first baby born through a womb transplant have spoken about the incredible experience just days after their son turned one year old. 
Sweden in secret talks to join ‘elite’ Nato unit
Nato troops training in Lithuania earlier this year. Photo: Mindaugas Kulbis/TT

Sweden in secret talks to join ‘elite’ Nato unit

Secret government documents suggest that Sweden could get involved with a new elite Nato-linked force set to be deployed in the event of war in the Baltics, Swedish newspaper Svenska Dagbladet is reporting. 
Refugee crisis
Checks stepped up on Sweden-Finland border
Refugees in Stockholm asking how to board a bus to Haparanda, the gateway to Finland, earlier this week. Photo: Jessica Gow/TT

Checks stepped up on Sweden-Finland border

Finland is stepping up its monitoring of migrants on its border with Sweden after an unexpected influx of mostly Iraqi asylum seekers. 
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School trips help expat students feel at home
Photo: Stockholm International School

School trips help expat students feel at home

Building relationships in a brand new country can be tough – and expat children who switch schools frequently can have a hard time settling in. But Stockholm International School has a recipe for success that makes every student feel at home. 
    Police find Swedish car packed with 'fake' cash
    Stock picture of US dollar notes. Photo: AP Photo/Karel Navarro

    Police find Swedish car packed with 'fake' cash

    Swedish police have launched an investigation into suspected money laundering after two men were stopped with their car full of $50,000 in what is believed to be counterfeit dollar notes. 
    Features
    The Local Recipes
    How to make Swedish blackberry muffins
    Blackberry Muffin Photo: John Duxbury

    How to make Swedish blackberry muffins

    Swedes love picking their own blackberries in the forest. Food writer John Duxbury shares his recipe for these American muffins with a Scandinavian twist with The Local. 
    What's on in Sweden
    Five must-see events on stage in Sweden
    Sweden's Eurovision star Måns Zelmerlöw in Lund. Photo: Stig-Åke Jönsson/TT

    Five must-see events on stage in Sweden

    From Sweden's own Eurovision hero to gay pride in the northern town of Umeå, here are the stage shows you need to mark in your diary this week. Plus, The Local's interactive calendar for all the top events across Sweden. 
    The Local List
    Six expats you're bound to bump into in Sweden
    Which expat types have you met in Sweden? Photo: Simon Paulin/imagebank.sweden.se

    Six expats you're bound to bump into in Sweden

    While many foreigners move abroad with a view of settling down, there are others who are just in it for the short haul. Here are the six most common expats-on-the-go that you're bound to run into in Sweden. 
    Opinion
    Why cutting hours could boost Swedish firms
    Gabriel Alenius, left, and Jimmy Nilsson. Photo: Background AB

    Why cutting hours could boost Swedish firms

    Sweden is famous for its work-life balance, but one startup has taken it a step further. Here, Gabriel Alenius and Jimmy Nilsson explain why a six-hour workday will help their company grow. 
    The Local Recipes
    How to make Swedish potatoes with dill
    New potatoes with dill. Photo: John Duxbury

    How to make Swedish potatoes with dill

    This classic side dish has been popular for centuries. It's a perfect accompaniment to meat or fish and is easily made at home. Food writer John Duxbury shares his recipe with The Local. 
    More News
    Refugee crisis
    Sweden invited to join emergency EU talks
    The European Council building. Photo: Michel Euler/TT

    Sweden invited to join emergency EU talks

    European Council President Donald Tusk has called an emergency summit of European leaders to try and tackle the refugee crisis, it was announced on Thursday. 
    Six more sentenced for Stockholm Nazi attack
    The demonstration in Stockholm in 2013. Photo: Hampus Andersson/TT

    Six more sentenced for Stockholm Nazi attack

    Prison terms have been handed down to five men involved in a neo-Nazi demonstration in Stockholm, with another given a probationary sentence. Swedish courts have already punished around 30 others for their role in the violence. 
    Malmö's Michelin magic set for three new spots
    A dish at Ambiance à Vindåkra in Malmö. Photo: Ambiance à Vindåkra

    Malmö's Michelin magic set for three new spots

    Eight months after Malmö scored its first trio of restaurants with a Michelin star, they key names behind them are each planning new ventures in the southern Swedish city. 
    Telia Sonera hangs up on central Asia markets
    TeliaSonera CEO Johan Dinnelind. Photo: Fredrik Sandberg/TT

    Telia Sonera hangs up on central Asia markets

    Nordic telecommunications giant TeliaSonera's share prices shot up on Thursday after the company announced it was pulling out of seven countries in central Asia. The firm has faced a number of investigations into alleged corrupt activities in the region. 
    Sweden's archbishop to christen Prince Nicolas
    Chris O'Neill and Princess Madeleine with Prince Nicolas. Photo: Brigitte Grenfeldt/The Royal Court

    Sweden's archbishop to christen Prince Nicolas

    UPDATED: Sweden's first female archbishop will christen Prince Nicolas using water from a spring on the island of Öland, the Royal Palace announced on Thursday. 
    From our other editions
    Refugee crisis
    Germany reinstates Austrian border checks
    Refugee children being fed at Vienna's Westbahnhof railway station. Photo: Caritas

    Germany reinstates Austrian border checks

    The German government has effectively suspended the Schengen agreement by reinstating controls at its borders with Austria, with the first passport checks already taking place on Sunday night. 
    Swiss site shows where Americans are welcome
    Photo: www.americanswelcome-expats.ch

    Swiss site shows where Americans are welcome

    An entrepreneur in the canton of Zurich has launched a platform for US expats to let them know where in Switzerland their business is still welcome — even if certain banks would rather they close their accounts. 
    Refugee crisis
    'Germany has reached its limit', says minister
    Alexander Dobrindt, Germany's transport minister. Photo: Michael Kappeler/DPA

    'Germany has reached its limit', says minister

    Germany's transport minister on Sunday said that Germany has 'reached its limit,' as he called for measures to halt a record migrant influx that has seen the infrastructure of the southern city of Munich buckling. 
    Danish teen who killed mum ‘inspired by Isis’
    A selfie posted to the teen's Instagram account. Photo: Instagram

    Danish teen who killed mum ‘inspired by Isis’

    UPDATED: A 15-year-old girl who murdered her mother was fascinated by the terror group Isis and viewed online Islamist propaganda including videos of beheadings. 
    The Local List
    Ten wonderful reasons to explore Spain's newest tourist destination
    Photo of Castellón Cathedral: Shutterstock

    Ten wonderful reasons to explore Spain's newest tourist destination

    From thermal springs to castles and music festivals, The Local guides you through the best things to do in Spain's newest tourist hotspot - Castellón. 
    Culture
    Five must-see stage events in Sweden
    Sponsored Article
    How to watch the Rugby World Cup from Sweden
    International
    Why is the Swedish PM sharing a stage with Coldplay and Beyonce?
    Sponsored Article
    The secret to transforming your career in Sweden
    Society
    Is Sweden scrapping gender equality bonus for parents?
    Blog updates
    18 September
    Editor’s blog, September 18th (The Local Sweden) »
    "Dear readers, How do you fancy working just six hours a day and getting paid the same..."READ »
     
    12 September
    Då or sedan? (The Swedish Teacher) »
    "Hej! Quite often I see students making mistakes when using the adverbs  ”da” and ”sedan”. Both words..."READ »
     
     
     
    Sponsored Article
    Start-up empowers women with choice
    Society
    Umeå: The Swedish city kissing goodbye to homophobia
    People Watching: September 16th
    Gallery
    People Watching: September 16th
    Culture
    Free entry planned for Swedish museums from 2016
    Travel
    Why the weak krona means you should visit Sweden right now
    National
    Sticky debate over Swedish mayor's 'negro ball' rant
    International
    Why do rising numbers of Swedes want to join Nato?
    Property of the week: Vaggeryd
    Gallery
    Property of the week: Vaggeryd
    Gallery
    People-watching: September 11th-13th
    Culture
    'Heartbroken' Swedish star Robyn cancels two shows
    Will you cash in on one of the first 200 kronor notes?
    'Fake moon landing' claims lift off in Swedish media
    IN PICTURES: Pro-refugee rally draws thousands in Gothenburg
    People-watching: September 9th
    Gallery
    People-watching: September 9th
    Swede wins innovation prize for sensor to save elk
    National
    Swedish air steward congratulates sky high 'reproducing' couple
    Sport
    Swedes lose Austria Euro 2016 clash
    National
    Sweden's annual elk hunt fires off
    Smile! Under 23s are about to get free dental care in Sweden
    Could Sweden have gender equal boards in four years?
    International
    Refugees turn back after walk towards Sweden
    Sponsored Article
    Nine places where Stockholm needs more English
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