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Jimmie Åkesson, leader of the Sweden Democrats, predicted in the summer that the Sweden Democrats would be a normal part of Swedish politics after the next election. Photo: Janerik Henriksson/TT

Swedish PM rules out talks with 'racist' SD party

“This is a party with racist roots, which has come out of the white supremacist movement," Stefan Löfven said. "I can never work together with that type of party. I will never do it.”

Ilmar Reepalu at the Almedalen festival in 2014. Photo: Lisa Abrahamsson/TT

Majority of Swedes oppose welfare profits: poll

As Social Democrat veteran Ilmar Reepalu prepares to announce proposals to limit profits from welfare, a new poll shows that a majority of Swedes support curbs.

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Mhd Alfawakhiri (l) and Kristoffer Appelquist. spokespersons for Läkerol’s Let’s Talk app. Photo: Läkerol

Let's Talk: a personal Swedish language tutor in your pocket

A new app helps you practice your Swedish daily – and make new friends in the process. Learn how Let’s Talk from Läkerol gets people talking.

An SAS Airbus 330-300E launches from Stockholm's Arlanda airport on its way to Los Angeles. Photo: Johan Nilsson/TT

SAS bans use of exploding Galaxy Note 7 on flights

SAS is first European airline to announce a ban.

Abraham Ukbagabir sitting in the middle between his lawyer and interpreter. Photo: Pontus Lundahl/TT

Ikea killer brutally beaten in Swedish prison

Abraham Ukbagabir stabbed a 55-year-old woman and her 27-year-old son to death with a kitchen knife pulled from the display at a branch of IKEA in Västerås.

Should all boards be gender equal? Photo: Henrik Trygg/imagebank.sweden.se

Put more women on your boards or be fined, firms told

UPDATED: The Swedish government wants to fine companies who don't have enough women on their boards of directors.

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Expat finances in Sweden: the Common Reporting Standard

Starting in 2017, your Swedish bank may be obligated to provide other states with certain information about your account. So it’s a good time to start thinking about how you structure your finances.

Ever wondered what a Swedish version of James Bond would be like? Photo: Jerry Gladh/Lukas Pålsson

Have two Swedish amateurs made the last real Bond film?

Could two Swedes with no experience and zero budget make a James Bond movie? Watch the trailer and decide for yourselves.

Royals

Prince Alexander of Sweden. Photo: Jonas Ekströmer/TT

In pictures: Sweden's Prince Alexander's royal christening

All the best and cutest pictures from Prince Alexander's big day.

Ibrahimovic after scoring against Southampton in August. Photo: Jon Super/AP/TT

Zlatan Ibrahimovic ready for his derby debut

The Swede will make his first derby appearance for Manchester United on Saturday, when he takes on old enemy Pep Guardiola.

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'Creating a sense of home': Collective living in Stockholm

Stockholm’s Tech Farm is a unique project showing how collective living can help expats and Swedes alike feel “at home” in Sweden’s capital – or anywhere else around the globe.

Surgeon Paolo Macchiarini. Photo: Lorenzo Galassi/AP/TT

Ethical reviewer: Macchiarini's research 'misleading'

Italian surgeon Paolo Macchiarini has been judged to have committed research misconduct by the Swedish organisation in charge of reviewing research, the Central Ethical Review Board (CEPN).

A Tesco store in London. Photo: AP Photo/Alastair Grant

Swede charged in Britain over supermarket 'fraud'

A Swedish ex-finance boss is among three former senior directors embroiled in an accounting scandal grabbing international headlines.

Features

Interview

Louise Carlsson, part-time firefighter. Photo: Private

Don't let size fool you! Meet Sweden's tiniest firefighter

Part-time firefighter Louise Carlsson, who stands at 148cm (or 4ft 10in), tells The Local she hopes her story will help break down barriers.

What's on in Sweden

The Stockholm Half Marathon is one of the highlights this weekend. Photo: Leif R Jansson / TT

Eight great free things to do in Sweden this weekend

Feeling the pinch after spending all your summer cash? Luckily, Sweden has plenty of fun to offer this weekend that won’t cost a penny to enjoy.

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‘I view the world in a different way now’

Sweden and Silicon Valley may be on opposite ends of the globe, but they are connected by innovation. So it’s no coincidence that students of the Executive MBA at the Stockholm School of Economics get to learn in both places.

Opinion

A file photo of a man. Photo: Simon Paulin/SvD/TT

'Male rape should be taken more seriously'

Though it is more common for women to be victims of rape, male rape must also be seen as a serious problem in society, write Umeå University's Jens Lindberg and Stefan Sjöström.

My Swedish Career

Jill Leckie and her family. Photo: Private

'Sweden is a country that has children at its heart'

Having children can be a daunting experience, even more so in a new country. Meet the Scotswoman helping international parents navigate family life in Sweden.

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The gorgeous Finnskog area of Värmland. Photo: Clarissa Hirst

Travel: The six most beautiful autumn walks in Värmland

Värmland-based travel writer Clarissa Hirst introduces you to six of the most delightful places to stretch your legs this season.

More news

File photo of a Swedish police officer. Photo: Fredrik Sandberg/TT

Muslim girl, 14, attacked outside school in Borås

Police have confirmed that it is being investigated as a hate-related attack.

All good and well until you look at it in the mirror. Photo: Jurek Holzer/SvD/TT (image manipulated by The Local)

Man's 'offensive' number plate banned in Sweden

This driver was outsmarted by transport authorities.

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Jordan: where history meets adventure

Jordan is where history, adventure, culture, and comfort join forces. Don't miss out.

Refugee crisis

A Swedish residential home for unaccompanied minors. Photo: Jessica Gow/TT

Sweden unveils new refugee age assessment model

The previous system for assessing the age of unaccompanied minors who apply for asylum in Sweden has been criticized.

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Finding good coffee can be tricky in Stockholm. Photo: Henrik Montgomery/TT

Ten places to get a perfect cup of coffee in Stockholm

Sick of paying a premium for tarry lukewarm filter coffee? This guide to Stockholm's best brew is for you.

Pheasant burgers are a new twist on an old Swedish classic, the veal burger. Photo: John Duxbury/Swedish Food

How to make your own Swedish pheasant burgers

The Swedish recipe for veal burgers dates back to 1879. Using pheasant gives them a unique gamey flavour.

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Hannes Arch. Photo: Phil Guest/Wikimedia

Red Bull race pilot dies in mystery helicopter crash

Austrian Red Bull race pilot Hannes Arch has reportedly died in a helicopter crash in the Austrian Alps.

Pascal Jaussi. Photo: Swiss Space Systems

Swiss space firm boss left badly injured in violent attack

Pascal Jaussi had previously received threats against him, according to reports.

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Photo: Tuukka Koski

The mystique of Asia - in the middle of Stockholm

Have you ever tried Thai food cooked by Finnish chefs in central Stockholm? You’re missing out. The Local finds out why eclectic restaurant Farang is becoming such a hot-spot.

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