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Sweden Eases Alcohol Rules: More Outdoor Bars Coming

Sweden Eases Alcohol Rules: More Outdoor Bars Coming

A Swedish court has rewritten the rules for outdoor dining, allowing bars with only patio seating to serve alcohol. This landmark decision could fill city squares with new life next summer, challenging decades of strict alcohol policy. We explore what it means for Swedish culture and city life.

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Sweden Fireworks Attack: Vasteras Grocery Store Targeted

Sweden Fireworks Attack: Vasteras Grocery Store Targeted

A fireworks attack from a moving car targeted a Vasteras grocery store, highlighting growing concerns over pyrotechnic misuse in Sweden. Experts see it as part of a pattern eroding public safety. Can communities reclaim this tradition from vandalism?

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Sweden Mourns: Woman Found Dead After Christmas Search

Sweden Mourns: Woman Found Dead After Christmas Search

A woman has been found dead in Karlskrona's waters after a Christmas Day search. The discovery of a walker prompted a major operation. Police confirm no foul play is suspected, pointing to a tragic accident in the historic naval city.

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Sweden Drowning Tragedy: Woman Dies in Karlskrona

Sweden Drowning Tragedy: Woman Dies in Karlskrona

A woman has died after a drowning incident in Karlskrona on Christmas evening. The tragedy highlights the ongoing risks of water safety in Sweden, particularly for older adults and during the cold winter months.

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Sweden Mourns Two Fishermen Lost on Christmas

Sweden Mourns Two Fishermen Lost on Christmas

Two professional fishermen lost their lives in a tragic accident in the Oxelösund archipelago on Christmas Day. The search for their missing boat continues as their coastal community grapples with the loss.

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Sweden Finds Charles XII's 268-Page Field Book

Sweden Finds Charles XII's 268-Page Field Book

A lost field book from Sweden's warrior king Charles XII has been discovered in Gothenburg. The 268-page journal contains personal notes and illustrations from the Great Northern War. This find offers new insights into Swedish military history and cultural heritage.

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Sweden Rescues 2 From Christmas Sea

Sweden Rescues 2 From Christmas Sea

Two boaters were rescued from icy waters near Oxelösund on Christmas Day, sparking a major search operation. The incident highlights Sweden's maritime rescue network and the risks of winter boating. Read about the human drama and cultural insights behind this dramatic night.

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Sweden's Coast Guard Hunts Missing Boat with Two People

Sweden's Coast Guard Hunts Missing Boat with Two People

A major sea and air search is underway off Oxelösund, Sweden, for a missing boat with two people. The Christmas Day operation involves the Coast Guard, a rescue helicopter, and volunteer lifeboat crews. We look at Sweden's maritime rescue system and the challenges of a winter archipelago search.

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Sweden Storm Halts Trains: 1000s Stranded

Sweden Storm Halts Trains: 1000s Stranded

Severe storms have cancelled all train services on a key Swedish railway line, stranding thousands heading to ski resorts like Åre. SJ isn't providing buses due to safety concerns, highlighting travel vulnerabilities in extreme weather. This event raises questions about climate change and infrastructure resilience in Sweden's north.

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Sweden's Christmas Day Boat Search: Two Missing in Oxelösund

Sweden's Christmas Day Boat Search: Two Missing in Oxelösund

A major search is underway for a missing boat with two people near Oxelösund, Sweden, after a distress call on Christmas Day. Rescue helicopters, Coast Guard vessels, and volunteer crews are scouring the winter waters. The incident casts a shadow over holiday celebrations in the coastal community.

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Sweden's Christmas Day Boat Search: 2 Missing

Sweden's Christmas Day Boat Search: 2 Missing

A major search is underway in Sweden's Oxelösund archipelago for a missing boat with two people. Rescue helicopters, Coast Guard ships, and volunteer crews were deployed on Christmas Day in a race against time and freezing waters.

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Sweden Halts Trains to Åre: 4 Routes Axed in Storm

Sweden Halts Trains to Åre: 4 Routes Axed in Storm

An orange weather warning in Jämtland has cancelled all trains to the Åre ski region, stranding thousands of travelers. SJ isn't providing buses, leaving weekend plans in chaos and hitting local businesses. Experts explain why respecting such warnings is a non-negotiable safety imperative in Sweden's mountains.

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Sweden's Grand Hotel Saltsjöbaden: A $30M Revival

Sweden's Grand Hotel Saltsjöbaden: A $30M Revival

Stockholm's historic Grand Hotel Saltsjöbaden is getting a monumental makeover. With a budget in the hundreds of millions, the 1893 seaside icon aims to recapture its Gilded Age glory for a 2026 reopening. Can it blend historic authenticity with modern luxury?

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Sweden Motorhome Accident: Man Critically Injured on Christmas

Sweden Motorhome Accident: Man Critically Injured on Christmas

A Christmas Day motorhome accident in northern Sweden left a man with critical injuries. The incident in Vännäsby highlights the challenges of rural emergency response and has shaken a local community during a sacred family holiday.

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Sweden's Hidden Crisis: 35,000 Kids Carry Adult Stress

Sweden's Hidden Crisis: 35,000 Kids Carry Adult Stress

While Sweden champions child rights in law, 35,000 children a year call helplines carrying the weight of adult stress and conflict. Experts reveal how kids become emotional caretakers, especially during high-pressure holidays, with lasting consequences for their mental health.

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Sweden's Gothenburg Preschools: More Funds, Fewer Children

Sweden's Gothenburg Preschools: More Funds, Fewer Children

Gothenburg is increasing preschool funding as child numbers fall, creating a 'golden opportunity' to boost quality. While officials plan smaller groups and more staff, teacher unions say it's not enough. This local decision tests Sweden's national commitment to its famed early childhood education model.

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Sweden's Gällivare Mine Shake: 1 Major Seismic Event

Sweden's Gällivare Mine Shake: 1 Major Seismic Event

A major seismic event shook LKAB's iron ore mine in Gällivare, halting work and rattling the local community. While no damage or injuries occurred, the tremor highlights the complex geological reality of Sweden's mining-dependent north. Experts are now investigating the cause as the region balances critical mineral extraction with ground stability.

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Sweden Christmas Tragedy: Man, 40, Critical

Sweden Christmas Tragedy: Man, 40, Critical

A 40-year-old man is fighting for his life after a horrific motorhome accident on Christmas Day in northern Sweden. The tragedy in rural Vännäsby has shaken the local community and highlights the challenges of emergency response in remote areas.

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Sweden Shooting: Major Police Response in Boden

Sweden Shooting: Major Police Response in Boden

A major police operation in Boden, northern Sweden, has left a community in shock after a suspected serious violent crime. Multiple people are in hospital and a suspect was reportedly shot by police. We look at the impact on this quiet town.

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Sweden's Gällivare Mine Hit by Major Seismic Event

Sweden's Gällivare Mine Hit by Major Seismic Event

A major seismic event shook LKAB's Gällivare iron ore mine, felt by the community above. While deemed safe, it highlights the tangible realities of living atop one of Sweden's most vital industries. We explore what this means for the town and the future of mining.

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Sweden Police Operation: 1 Shot in Boden Incident

Sweden Police Operation: 1 Shot in Boden Incident

A major police operation in the northern Swedish town of Boden has left a community in shock. With reports of multiple injuries and a suspect shot by police, the incident disrupts the tranquil reality of this historic garrison town. We look at the impact and the broader context for crime in Sweden's far north.

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Sweden's Christmas Day Violence: Boden Shooting Shocks North

Sweden's Christmas Day Violence: Boden Shooting Shocks North

A suspected severe violent crime in Boden, northern Sweden, on Christmas Day has left a community in shock. Multiple injuries and a police shooting of a suspect mark a tragic departure from the holiday peace. The incident raises tough questions about safety and societal strain in smaller Swedish towns.

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