Swedish News:
Smallest population increase in 15 years / Swedish universities rank high / Distance learning may return / Construction, sports and leisure winners during the pandemic / Record number of 'vab' days. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Another Swedish Greta on the silver screen In the year of corona, when the film industry has been brought to its knees, the Toronto Film Festival rises to the occasion. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Hunting: Sweden's living heritage Swedes gear up for hunting season. As the summer comes to an end, fall inevitably draws nearer, and with fall comes the hunting season. The moose hunt is usually front-page news in Sweden when it begins in different parts of the country from early October. Almost 300,000 camouflaged Swedes – including the Swedish king! – migrate to the forests. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Swedish traditions: 'Kraftskivan' - your own crayfish party
Crayfish, crawfish, in Swedish simply kraftor [kr'ef:tor] Checklist, how to create your own. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

The pandemic in Sweden, update August 1:
No new deceased reported in Sweden / Promising development in Sweden / Tegnell believes in minor outbreaks / Three different future scenarios of covid-19 in Sweden. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Building on tradition From the Royal Family and their summer mansion on the island of Öland, to the apartment-dwelling Swede who spends summer evenings on the outskirts of town at a quaint little "shed" in his own miniature garden - the act of getting away from conventional residential surroundings is a passion built into the Swedish national mentality. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Åre worst affected by unemployment Of all Sweden's municipalities, Åre municipality has been hit the hardest by unemployment during... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Increase in hand alcohol poisoning The number of suspected hand alcohol poisonings has increased significantly during the corona crisis.... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

The Nobel Banquet canceled There will be no Nobel Banquet on December 10 in Stockholm City Hall, reports... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Swedish summer mixes
Deliciously Swedish summer mixes with seafood or smoked meat: Skagen, Old Man's Mix and Suovas. Perfect for a late snack, a light lunch or an appetizer for steamy afternoons in the summer of 2020. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Small-town shops in Sweden are coping better with the crisis The trade association Svensk Handel predicts a recovery for merchants during the summer, a... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Stockholm could have 40 percent immunity Immunity to covid-19 can be as high as 40 percent in Stockholm, according to... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Calm season worrisome for Swedish museums The summer season at Sweden's major museums is ominously calm. The lack of foreign... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Summer salad with salmon
Swedes love fish and what's not to love when it's combined with fresh, spicy ingredients? READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Good harvest forecast despite cold spring Despite the cold spring and the corona crisis, this year's harvest seems to be... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

More punctual trains in the wake of the pandemic The corona crisis seems to have had a positive effect on train punctuality. 93.8... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Swedes' alcohol intake is declining Systembolaget's sales increased during the first half of the year by almost 30 million... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Virtual Midsummer activities
Midsummer 2020 is shaping up to be like none other, and a number of organizations are trying to help make it memorable with opportunities for virtual celebrations! You needn't travel across states or "hålla tummorna" for the perfect weather this year ... there are events you can enjoy in your own backyard: READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

A Modern Swedish 'Midsommar' Midsommar isn't Midsummer without its traditions, but a few tasty additions to the smorgasbord keep the celebration fresh and delicious. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Midsummer 101
A Swedish midsummer is "endless" summer with sun, fun, great food, flowers, dancing and joy ... a piece of Swedish culture to be proud of. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Canceled flights will cost billions The airlines SAS and Norwegian have to repay several billions of advance payments for... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Additional SEK five billion to SAS The Swedish government proposes a capital injection of up to SEK 5 billion to... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Expansion of Arlanda stopped Government owned Swedavia estimates that the entire airline industry will look different after the... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Små grodorna - The little frogs
No Swedish Midsummer can be celebrated without them ... young and old, in the north and south, everyone dances 'Små Grodorna' but where did the song really come from? READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Swedish restrictions on domestic travel lifted
Symptom-free people can travel again in Sweden as of June 13 according to a government press conference on June 4. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Follow your passion in life They moved overseas to become more involved with environment and sustainability issues. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

The lucky Swede.
One of the classic stories of rags to riches to rags is the career of the Swedish immigrant Erik Olof Lindblom. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Go outside, enjoy the spring weather!
In this time of the coronavirus, many may feel anxious about going out, something that's strongly discouraged by some experts. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Mountain facilities open - new rules
All lodges in the Swedish mountains that have been closed for some time will open in June. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Record number of people shop food online Not surprisingly the online food trade has doubled in Sweden during the pandemic. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Gamla Stan: The Cultural Heart of Stockholm
... island in the middle of Stockholm and no doubt the city's cultural core. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Vasa Park in Illinois needs your support Countless visitors through the years can attest to the charm and welcoming spirit of... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Orienteering: It's all about finding your way Orienteering is a sport that mirrors the Scandinavian spirit - a love of the outdoors, a rational approach to detail and a respect for healthy competition. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Remember our institutions ...
... organizations and events organizers—visit them online, find out more about activities and ways to stay in contact in the digital realm. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Swedish arts & culture from your home
Here are some personal favorites of great Swedish art and culture to enjoy from your home. Stay safe, stay healthy! #SwedenatHome READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

The royal couple has moved to Stenhammar
The Royal Family follows the guidelines of the Public Health Authority and everyone in the households is healthy. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Meandering The 'Gota Kanal'
The Gota Canal, or The Blue Ribbon as it is often called, takes its voyagers past castles, monasteries, palaces, medieval churches, and a number of picturesque towns. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

'Gamla Stan?'
Stockholm's Old Town — how and when it got its name READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Mountain Hiking in Sweden - it’s for everybody not just for survivalists and hardcore connoisseurs. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Hiking trails in Sweden Hiking in the mountainous region of Scandinavia's north can be anything from a week’s... READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Food in the wintry north Sami culinary traditions in Jokkmokk, kaffeost (coffee cheese) in Kangos and food served on ice in Jukkasjarvi. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

The world's most expensive cities
Living in Stockholm is expensive, but here’s some good news: There are 55 other cities in the world that are more expensive to live in. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Building tall in Sweden
Today, there are not many skyscrapers in Sweden, but this may change within a few years. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Best burgers in Europe
The list of 50 Best Burgers in Europe from Big 7 readers. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Learning (and teaching) Swedish As we work on offering you more opportunities to practice your Swedish, we had the opportunity to hear from a teacher of Swedish in Sweden. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Blue and yellow: the Swedish national costume
We wanted to offer a little history on nationella draekten, the national costume, and in our research we discovered there is more to the blue and yellow than meets the eye. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »

Moving to Sweden What is it like to actually move to Sweden? A recently relocated Californian about his first year in Stockholm. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT NORDSTJERNAN »