Stockholm Wood City
The world’s largest neighbourhood made from timber is being built in a Stockholm suburb....
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Sweden’s green industry hit by Northvolt woes
How is the crisis at Northvolt impacting other Swedish businesses?...
Sweden’s ‘softgirl’ trend
Why are young Swedes embracing a social media trend that celebrates quitting work?...
February 12, 2025
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
The rise of Sweden’s super rich
Sweden has become a European hotspot for the super rich, despite its reputation for equality....
April 19, 2024
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Current Affairs, BBC
Swedes cheer end of wait to join NATO
Almost two years after applying to join Nato, Sweden has joined the military alliance....
Can Sweden keep it’s edge in the music tech game?
Stockholm has spawned both some of the world's most successful musicians and music tech companies....
April 17, 2024
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
Sweden: Where it’s taboo to avoid parental leave
It's been 50 years since Sweden introduced state-funded parental leave, designed for couples to share....
Volkswagen to sell last gas and diesel cars in Norway
Norway is so far ahead in its adoption of electric cars, that VW is pulling its gas models there....
April 17, 2024
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Current Affairs, BBC
Spread of gang violence affects Sweden’s image
Gangland shootings are shattering Sweden's reputation as a safe and peaceful nation....
July 12, 2023
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Current Affairs, BBC
Sweden a step closer to joining NATO
Sweden's Prime Minister celebrates as Turkey backs Nato bid...
What did the Vikings eat?
Meet the Swedish archaeologist recreating Viking dishes....
Why there is serious money in kitchen fumes
How a metal box invented in Malmö, Sweden, is improving restaurant sustainability....
Did Me Too change the workplace for Gen Z?
How much did the anti-harassment movement really shift workplace culture?...
Europe’s green steel race
Sweden is on course to produce Europe's first green steel....
February 17, 2023
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
The adults celebrating childfree lives
The no-kids movement is booming – but so is the backlash....
February 17, 2023
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Vogue Scandinavia, Lifestyle
Would you flatshare with a gran?
A project in Helsingborg, Sweden, encourages under 25s to share with over 70s....
December 22, 2022
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Reindeer herders fear Arctic industry boom
Reindeer herders argue climate change is causing problems for their animals, but so are carbon-cutting industries....
Finland wants to transform how we make clothes
Finland has a focus on reusing and saving resources, including clothing....
Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?
Sweden's boom in specialist digital healthcare services....
September 27, 2022
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Is Finland’s Wood City the future of building?
Could building more homes and offices out of wood instead of concrete help tackle climate change?...
September 27, 2022
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Current Affairs, BBC
Magdalena Andersson: Swedish PM resigns
Sweden's prime minister has resigned after her government was defeated in Sunday's election....
September 15, 2022
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Current Affairs, BBC
Gang shootings cast shadow over Sweden election
A sharp rise in gun violence and gang crime has become a leading issue in what Sweden's media have described as one of the ugliest election campaigns in history....
Why people watch porn at work
Watching adult content during work hours can be career-ending. But more employees than you might expect are risking it....
September 15, 2022
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Lonely Planet, Lifestyle
Runs in the midnight sun
Trail running has long been a hobby for outdoor-loving, sporty Swedes, with its optimal mix of exercise and access to abundant beauty spots....
April 8, 2022
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Current Affairs, BBC
Malmö school stabbing prompts soul-searching in Sweden
A string of violent attacks at schools in Sweden has a nation not used to such tragedies now looking for answers....
March 25, 2022
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Current Affairs, BBC
The mums who leave their kids
When mums leave their kids with family or partners, they are often viewed as deeply flawed, despite gains in gender equity....
March 17, 2022
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Lonely Planet, Lifestyle
Sweden’s obsession with cross-country skiing
One of the world’s oldest winter sports, cross-country skiing is a popular way to work out when temperatures plummet,...
March 17, 2022
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Avicii fans touched by ’emotional’ museum
Avicii's musical legacy is being celebrated at an interactive museum in Stockholm, which also raises awareness of mental health in the music industry....
January 13, 2022
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
The Swedish parents paid to care for sick kids
When children fall ill in Sweden, parents can take time off to care for them, while still pocketing 80% of their salaries. ...
December 2, 2021
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Why more adults are cutting off their parents
Polarised politics and a growing awareness of how difficult relationships can impact our mental health are fuelling family estrangement....
December 1, 2021
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Current Affairs, BBC
The woman who became Sweden’s first woman PM twice
Magdalena Andersson's rise to power has been nothing short of a political soap opera, and the season finale may be yet to come....
November 29, 2021
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Current Affairs, BBC
Analysis: Sweden’s first female PM quits after 7 hours
Magdalena Andersson resigned after seven hours, but we can't assume we've seen the last of her....
Sweden’s Saturday-only candy tradition
Swedish children look forward to the weekend for their once-weekly candy fix. But beyond being a treat, these Saturday sweets teach a bigger lesson....
September 13, 2021
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
What bosses really think about remote work
Many managers are itching to get staff back to the office, despite employees championing alternative set-ups. Why?...
Why it’s so hard to put boundaries on our time
As we edge out of the pandemic, why does setting better boundaries between our work and private lives still feel so tough?...
August 27, 2021
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
Why rent control isn’t working in Sweden
An acute housing shortage means young Swedes are struggling to find affordable homes, despite Sweden's long history of rent control....
August 9, 2021
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Birdnesting: The divorce trend where parents rotate homes
Millennial divorcees are increasingly keeping their kids in their former family home, while rotating in and out of the property themselves....
August 9, 2021
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Current Affairs, BBC
Could Covid vaccine be taken as a pill?
Right now, protection against Covid-19 comes via an injection. But in future, Swedish scientists say those vaccines could come from inhalers or even pills....
June 16, 2021
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
Sweden zooms to lead race for electric car batteries
Surrounded by tall green pine trees, 125 miles south of the Arctic circle, a giant electric battery factory is rapidly taking shape on a site as big as 71 football pitches...
Fredagsmys: Sweden’s taco ritual
Nights out may be back on in many countries, but the Swedish concept of 'fredagsmys' champions spending Friday evenings on your sofa – with tacos....
May 10, 2021
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Current Affairs, BBC
Safe Sweden faces up to wave of women’s killings
Six women have been killed in just five weeks in Sweden, reigniting debates about domestic violence in a country usually praised for its gender equality....
The Swedish law of wanderlust
The Swedish constitution allows anyone to ski, cycle, skate, swim or camp almost anywhere in the country....
April 27, 2021
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
Shops return to rural Sweden but are now staff-free
It's a mini supermarket that locals can access round-the-clock. But nobody works there....
March 8, 2021
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
How can we make washing machines last longer?
Fixing things that break down often isn't easy, cost-effective or even desirable. Maddy Savage meets the Swedish companies trying to change that....
December 14, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Why the pandemic is causing a spike in break-ups
Divorce rates are increasing around the world, and relationship experts warn the pandemic-induced break-up curve may not have peaked....
Has the meaning of work changed forever?
Remote working and watching the world go through a major shake-up is redefining what many of us need and want from our careers....
Why I chose to buy in Sweden
One Brit’s property adventure in Stockholm, and tips on doing it yourself....
November 24, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Coronavirus: The possible long-term mental health impacts
Covid-19 has increased anxiety for many of us, and experts warn a sizable minority could be left with mental health problems that outlast the pandemic....
Are Europe’s night trains back in fashion?
Sleeper trains were making a slow comeback before the pandemic, but will Covid-19 help or hinder a renaissance of long-distance rail travel?...
November 24, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Why do so many women still change their names?
Taking a husband’s name emerged from patriarchal history. So why do so many young western couples still follow the tradition?...
November 24, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, The Telegraph
What’s life really like in lockdown-free Sweden?
The first thing any would-be tourist here will notice is the lack of face masks....
The Swedish staycation obsession
Swedes have long embraced their version of staycations: hemester. Now, Covid-19 travel restrictions and remote working are reshaping the tradition....
July 29, 2020
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Did Sweden’s coronavirus strategy succeed or fail?
There’s been a sharp drop in deaths in Sweden, without a lockdown. So, have critics been too quick to judge the country’s unusual strategy? ...
Is video dating here to stay?
Video dating surged during lockdowns, but how much will the trend stick around in the ‘new normal’?...
July 29, 2020
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
How Covid-19 is changing women’s lives
As working mums perform more childcare and face increased job insecurity, there are fears Covid-19 has undone decades of advancement. ...
June 25, 2020
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Current Affairs, BBC
Sweden PM murder: Who killed Olof Palme in 1986?
Swedish prosecutors have named the man who they say killed former Swedish prime minister Olof Palme in 1986, ending years of mystery....
June 25, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
What to do with friends who don’t social distance?
‘Stay at home’ is a simple message, but as countries open up with social distancing guidelines, there’s more room for interpretation....
June 25, 2020
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Current Affairs, BBC
What’s going wrong in Sweden’s care homes?
Care home residents account for nearly half of deaths linked to Covid-19 in Sweden. Some believe an institutional reluctance to admit patients to hospital is costing lives....
June 25, 2020
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Current Affairs, BBC
Covid-19: How much news is too much?
News consumption skyrocketed at the start of the pandemic, but for some it’s led to fatigue or anxiety. Where do you draw the line while staying informed?...
May 1, 2020
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Current Affairs, BBC
Coronavirus: Has Sweden got its science right?
Sweden's strategy to keep large parts of society open is widely supported by the public. It has been devised by scientists and backed by government, and yet not all the country's virologists are convinced....
Coronavirus isolation is creating new couples
What’s it like living and working in self-isolation with someone you’ve only just started dating?...
May 1, 2020
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Sweden’s unusual response to coronavirus
While swathes of Europe's population endure lockdown conditions in the face of the coronavirus outbreak, Sweden is allowing life to go on much closer to normal....
May 1, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Could the Swedish lifestyle help fight coronavirus?
Swedes are used to living alone, following rules and championing innovation. How might these social norms help during the coronavirus crisis?...
Can artificial intelligence fight elderly loneliness?
Voice technologies using AI are being tested to combat loneliness in countries including Sweden and the UK. Should they be used more widely as coronavirus spreads?...
May 1, 2020
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, Huff Post
How Norway Convinced Drivers To Switch To Electric Cars
Nearly half of new cars sold in Norway are electric. Here’s how the country got miles ahead of the rest of the world....
How Sweden is fixing the housework gender gap
Women still do the lion’s share of housework. Do Swedish-style tax breaks for cleaners provide a solution or perpetuate gender-role norms?...
February 24, 2020
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
The housing project where young and old must mingle
Could a Swedish housing experiment that forces solo-living renters to spend two hours a week together be a solution to loneliness?...
Why promoted women are more likely to divorce
Getting a top job dramatically increases women’s chances of divorce, even in egalitarian countries. Why isn't it the same for men?...
December 17, 2019
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
Why is Sweden deporting talented foreign workers?
Retaining highly-skilled foreign workers is essential for countries like Sweden. But as a deported worker sues the state, the tech-savvy nation’s rejection record is in the spotlight....
The millennials deleting dating apps
Can millennials who’ve lost patience with digital platforms still find love in the analogue world?...
What can the Nordics teach us about liveable cities?
Scandinavia is famous for its liveable cities, but a new university course in Nordic urban planning has raised questions about replicating the region’s approach elsewhere....
November 15, 2019
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Current Affairs, BBC
One hundred explosions in Sweden: What’s going on?
Swedish police say they are grappling with a rapid increase in explosions caused by illegal fire crackers, home-made bombs and hand grenades. ...
October 31, 2019
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, Huff Post
Swedes quit flying for the climate
The rise of “flight shame” in Sweden is persuading people to stay on the ground. Will the movement spread to the U.S.?...
Why are saunas stressing out tech start-ups
Saunas at tech and business events are causing a heated debate in the Nordics. Is the traditional Scandinavian habit dampening diversity efforts?...
Where wealth is ‘more taboo than sex’
A high income is a badge of success in many countries, but in Sweden a deep-rooted cultural code called Jantelagen stops many people from talking about it....
September 30, 2019
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Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Being depressed in the world’s ‘happiest country’
In Finland, which tops global happiness rankings, there is a unique set of challenges for young people with depression....
September 30, 2019
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Business, Lifestyle, Current Affairs, BBC
Lynetteholmen: The Nordic island solving a housing crisis
Copenhagen's growing popularity has put a strain on housing supply, so city planners are working on an bold solution....
September 30, 2019
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Business, Current Affairs, BBC
The paradox of working in ‘gender equal’ countries
Even Europe's most egalitarian countries struggle to put women on an even footing at work. So what's going wrong in the Nordics?...
Why so many young Swedes live alone
Swedes typically stop living with their parents earlier than anywhere else in Europe. But can leaving home at a young age have a dark side?...
Why Finland leads the way in flexible working trends
The Nordic nation has embraced agile hours for decades. It’s a style of work well suited to the country’s deep-rooted culture of trust....
August 19, 2019
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Current Affairs, BBC
ASAP Rocky Trial: The verdict
The key points from the judgement in the trial of US rapper ASAP Rocky. Reporting by Kameron Virk in London and Maddy Savage in Stockholm....
August 5, 2019
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Current Affairs, BBC
ASAP Rocky Trial: Day Three in Court
The key points from the US rapper's final day in court. Reporting by Steve Holden in London and Maddy Savage in Stockholm....
August 5, 2019
In
Current Affairs, BBC
ASAP Rocky Trial: Day Two in Court
The mood inside the courtroom on day two of the US rapper's trial in Stockholm....
August 5, 2019
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Current Affairs, BBC
ASAP Rocky Trial: Day One in court
The mood inside the courtroom on day one of the US rapper's trial in Stockholm....
Why is burnout rising in the land of work-life balance?
Sweden is famous for championing a balanced lifestyle, but many young people are being signed off work with severe stress....
The Nordic law fearless women love
Sweden celebrates the right to roam freely in the country’s nature, and women aren’t afraid to embrace the tradition alone – even in the most remote locations...
How to create a period-friendly workplace
A football app start-up in Gothenburg is set to become the first business in Sweden to be certified as menstruation-friendly....
The interviewing robot that won’t judge you
The world's first robot designed to carry out unbiased job interviews is being tested by Swedish recruiters. But can it really do a better job than humans?...
February 13, 2019
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Business, Current Affairs, NPR
Sweden’s cashless experiment
Noone is dropping cash as fast as Sweden. But has the Nordic nation moved too swiftly?...
Sweden’s surprising rule for time off
The country's unique leave of absence system helps workers launch their own businesses....
Sweden’s first second hand mall
Everything at the ReTuna mall in Eskilstuna is recycled, reused or sustainably produced....
The cost of The Bridge
This brooding Nordic Noir backdrop has its own dramatic, twisting tale. It was a long time coming and has faced numerous challenges....
Why Swedes are getting chipped
So many Swedes are lining up to get microchips that the country's main chipping company says it can't keep up with the number of requests....
Foot on the gas
Alain Visser, CEO of car-subscription company Lynk & Co, has chosen a youthful team for his Gothenburg office, to teach him what’s ‘cool’....
How a Swedish wasteland became a sustainability star
Stockholm is home to one of the world's most famous eco-neighbourhoods, Hammarby Sjöstad. But can it offer a template for urban living that can be replicated in other cities?...
October 16, 2018
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Current Affairs, BBC
Nationalist vote set to shatter Swedish calm?
Sweden has long enjoyed a reputation for moderation and balance, but is its political landscape about to change dramatically with Sunday's election, the tightest race in decades?...
September 4, 2018
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Business, Nordic Business Insider
The broke blogger turned investor
He’s a university dropout who had no contacts in the tech scene when he moved to Copenhagen. So how did Neil Murray manage to launch one of the region's most active new investment funds?...
Where young people are getting richer
Young Norwegians have enjoyed a 13% rise in disposable household income, bucking a downward trend in other strong economies. Will this golden age last?...
Is cultural fluency more important than language?
Does cultural knowledge trump language ability in international companies and start-ups where English is dominating?...
May 15, 2018
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Current Affairs, BBC
Nobel Prize for Literature delayed
The organisation that decides the Nobel Prize for Literature has said it will not announce an award this year after it was engulfed in a scandal over sexual assault allegations....
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