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Analysis & Opinion

Opinion: 'Sweden's wildfires are everyone's business'

Opinion: 'Sweden's wildfires are everyone's business'

The world is witnessing more than just a national emergency, writes Per Axbom.

'Don't be afraid of foreign workers. We are a key part of Sweden's future'

'Don't be afraid of foreign workers. We are a key part of Sweden's future'

Members' Q&A: Why is Sweden deporting skilled foreign workers?
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Members' Q&A: Why is Sweden deporting skilled foreign workers?

'The magic of Mamma Mia is in the unconditional love of family'

'The magic of Mamma Mia is in the unconditional love of family'

Why Sweden won't be scared of England at the World Cup

Why Sweden won't be scared of England at the World Cup

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Five great reasons to move to northern Sweden

Opinion: Swedish democracy is strong, but there are warning signs

'We immigrants mustn't silence problems of gender inequality'

How Sweden got some of the most liberal abortion laws in the world

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Five reasons why it's actually quite easy to learn Swedish

What's the environmental impact of Sweden's new electric road?

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Let's talk about the Swedish Academy's rapid descent into farce (and pussy bows)

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Here's the most pointless pastime of the Swedes

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Want to know how to be a super-successful immigrant parent in Sweden? So do I...

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OPINION: Snus, the disgusting Swedish habit I just can't stand

Opinion: Proposed law change threatens to erode Sweden's press freedom

Opinion: Sweden needs change to stop cashless future creating problems in time of crisis

Sweden seeks closure as 'unique' terror trial progresses

'Stop deporting skilled migrants!' Swedish CEOs say

Irish border after Brexit? How Sweden-Norway keep things smooth

From frugality to fika: How Ikea exported a certain image of Sweden

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Why Brexit could give cashless Sweden a big tech boost

'Those who manage to get out of Afghanistan should be given the benefit of the doubt'

'We can never forget – we must defend democracy and human rights'

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How I embraced Sweden's second-hand culture (and why you should, too)

2017

Opinion: 'Give half of research grants to women, then we'll have more women Nobel Prize winners'

'Why Sweden's #MeToo wave is not despite but because of its gender equality'

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Why America's gun culture made us raise our children in Sweden

2017

'Sweden in breach of EU law for refusal to issue a personnummer to EU citizens'

Why Farage and his friends are willing Sweden to fail

Opinion: Yes, poverty exists in Sweden, but it has been made invisible

15 lessons my life in Sweden has taught me

'After two years in Sweden, it finally feels like home'

Opinion: Racism alone does not explain far-right school attack

'Germany is Sweden's most important EU ally post-Brexit'

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How Brexit made me quit my job, pack up my life and move to Sweden

Opinion: Why Sweden should care about boys falling behind in school

Analysis: Why Nordea is no Agent Smith but Commander Data

Finding community – and intolerance – among immigrants in Sweden

'We had forgotten how lucky we are to live in Sweden... until we went abroad'

'The EU should not allow the symbol of peace in Europe to become a symbol of waste'

Where did it all go wrong for ousted party leader Anna Kinberg Batra?

I went on three consecutive weeks of leave and this is what happened

Who will defend the defenders of free speech? How Sweden is tackling threats against politicians and journalists

'There is a window of opportunity to recruit in new ways in Sweden'

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What exactly is Sweden doing in North Korea?

2017

Opinion: Why care about the Swedish government crisis?

Opinion: The fakers' little lies are eating our brains

Refugees welcome? How UK and Sweden compare on education for young migrants

Is Sweden really the best place in the world for immigrants?

'Honour violence is a crime. There's nothing honourable about it'

'Sweden needs an honest conversation about immigration and integration'

So... are they no-go zones? What you need to know about Sweden's vulnerable areas

'Sweden has come out of every challenge victorious and better than before'

Opinion: Why it's time for Sweden to fully accept English in the workplace

How is Sweden tackling its integration challenge?

Sweden in Focus: An in-depth look at what makes this place tick

Opinion: This is Zlatan's secret to success

Opinion: 'This is not the Sweden I'm proud of'

Opinion: We must deal with this attack in a very Swedish way

Opinion: 'I have never felt like more of a Stockholmer than I do now'

How the truck attack brought the best out of Stockholm

'I witnessed the Stockholm attack three years after terrorists killed my brother – we mustn’t give in to fear'

OPINION: Systembolaget's image is based on a bluff

More computers, less crime for young Swedes

The four big security challenges facing Sweden today

Could crowdfunding help solve Sweden's housing woes?

11 tough-love ways to integrate in Sweden

Multiculturalism in Sweden: an Indian's perspective

Is Sweden really the best place in the world for women?

Opinion: Would you dare to testify if you lived in Rinkeby or Rosengård?

'Do not buy into the lies spread about Sweden'

Sweden: What's the problem?

'A question of education': What Rinkeby residents think about the riots

Why Sweden is NOT the 'rape capital of the world'

2017

Analysis: Why Trump's false claims are bad news for Sweden

OPINION: Brexit and Brits in the EU - bargaining chip or afterthought?

Here's what Swedes say it takes to be truly Swedish

Why we must stop seeing far-right terrorists as lone wolf offenders

Swedish minister responds to Iran headscarf criticism

'The loss of Hans Rosling is keenly felt at a time when fake news is rife'

Why you should lose your shoes like a Swede

Inside Sweden's housing crisis: when renovation means eviction

Why Trump claimed minor Malmö fire was 'under-reported terror'

'I'm not a quitter, but what have I done to deserve this?'

Opinion: With Trump US president, Sweden must stand up for human rights

Why sex toys are 'safer' than kids' toys: study

Opinion: Why the West should not follow Trump's lead

Here are Sweden's crime stats for 2016: analysis

'2016 was a crappy year, but here's why there's hope'

2016

Opinion: 'We must use knowledge to fight the threats our world faces'

The problem with Snow White, and what Sweden can teach us about gender

My family's hybrid of Christmas is as confusing as it is amazing

INTERVIEW: Would the world be better if women ran the show?

'We can talk about multiculturalism without devolving into hatred'

Opinion: It's time to make exercise at work compulsory

OPINION: 'Swedish Lucia ad racism is shocking and hypocritical'

What the Pisa rankings actually tell us about Swedish schools

OPINION: Does Dylan realize what his Nobel snub is doing to musicians?

How Swedish writing reflects benefits of shorter work day

Five ways to boost Sweden's sharing economy

We love Europe, so give us the passports to prove it

The day I learned how to squeeze a Swedish elephant

Stop treating Norrland like a monkey in a zoo

'Don't turn the Pope into a global teddy bear'

Are we just going to let half the country die?

'Superficial positivity dominates our lives'

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Just how 'far right' are the Sweden Democrats?

'The tech sector should lead the move away from cities'

Swedish leaders need to be prepared for tech challenges

Americans abroad: get off the fence, stop Trump

'If Sweden really wants startups, drop the red tape'

Ericsson to end manufacturing in Sweden?

'It's not that I'm good, it's that your husband is bad'

'Swedish politics not immune to grassroots movements'

'Male rape should be taken more seriously'

Foreign postgrads caught in the middle of poor legislation

'Norrland should vote on independence from Sweden'

'I'm one of those people who don't know where they belong'

What do we actually know about the violence in Malmö?

'We don't know how Brexit will affect our time in Sweden'

'Avoiding the sun is as dangerous as smoking'

How to calm down: get off Facebook and start talking

Brexit and the growing digital divide

'The EU must not become Britain's hostage'

'Sweden's residency revamp is harmful and inhumane'

Gay Syrians in Sweden reflect on massacre

'As a proud Swede and Brit, I say no to isolation'

'Ban smoking at outdoor restaurants in Sweden'

The eight ingredients that created the Swedish model

'Bigotry is not dead in Sweden – we still need to talk'

Brits: Why vote away your right to move in Europe?

'Swedes, ditch meat on the barbecue this summer'

British expats: have your say in this historic decision

'A united Europe benefits both Britain and Sweden'

Brexit would leave expats in 'ghastly' legal limbo for years

'Swedes, please give your sperm a purpose'

Why Britain's European best friend is fretting about Brexit

'Why all of Sweden needs to fight extremism'

'Refugees must be taught the Swedish way of doing things'

'Sweden has to be able to attract global talent'

Swedish house prices rocket faster than anywhere in EU

This is how Stockholm could benefit from Brexit

'Sweden's a fantastic tourist spot so we must promote it'

Sweden's Spotify reaches landmark 30m subscribers

Why there won't be a sugar tax in Sweden

'Why we should back foreign entrepreneurs in Sweden'

'Brexit will hurt and Sweden needs to be ready for it'

Why these Brits in Sweden are stressed out about Brexit

Brits in EU: It's your future, so act now to keep Britain in

'This is why Sweden and the Nordics fear Brexit'

'Northerners don't get the same services or respect'

Swedish Turks and Kurds fear revenge violence

Rival city tops Stockholm as best region in Nordics

'Sweden needs to find new ways to tackle prostitution'

'Now I get why Swedes are obsessed with Nordic skiing'

'Sex attacks and fascism are not the new Swedish norm'

'Sweden has changed perceptions of entrepreneurs'

'Swedes, stop being shocked foreign graduates move here!'

Who exactly is the Swedish woman 'banned' by Israel?

'Networking in Sweden needs more guanxi'

'Sweden needs more free speech, not less'

Why do refugees prefer Sweden to Denmark?

2015

'Sweden's lead as tech nation could fade away'

Why Sweden's economy is set to boom in 2016

'Christmas is a cruel time for lonely Swedes'

'Happiness is more important than grades'

'Scrap border checks on bridge to Denmark'

What should you do during a terror attack?

2015

Why Sweden's terror threat is a game changer

'Men need to be involved in the fight for equality'

'Entrepreneurs can have work-life balance too'

'Aversion anxiety' halting Swedish refugee debates

Do Swedish schools need better security?

'LGBTQ Eurovision fans need a safe zone'

Should Swedish fashion firms use hijab models?

Will robots take over your job in Sweden?

'Sweden needs a stake in the global news game'

Why Sweden is a long way from six-hour days

2015

'Moving to Sweden has made me more feminist'

Five key moments in Löfven's first year as PM

Why cutting hours could boost Swedish firms

Tax changes could cut costs for Swedish firms

Nordic home tax breaks are most generous in EU

Sweden Democrats gain in another record poll

'Sweden should help foreign entrepreneurs'

'You get street smart when you live in Malmö'

Video exposes Swedish 'anti-gay discrimination'

'Let's promote nudity in a healthy way'

Swedes get set for new money, money, money

Booming exports boost for Sweden's economy

Why are Swedes so scared of Russian subs?

'We can't spend a whole year waiting for summer'

Why Sweden and Russia are fighting over soil

'Immigrants could be Sweden's top resource'

'Russia rehearsed invasion of Sweden'

Fresh debate for cheaper EU calls from Sweden

Sweden world's 13th most peaceful nation

'Swedish equality culture is killing career growth'

Ten ways for the EU to regain the voters' trust

Are these the five worst places to live in Sweden?

Does Sweden mark down foreigners' children?

Why Swedish girls are leaving home for Isis

'Sweden's smug wisdom of neutrality is a farce'

'Swedes are great friends but terrible strangers'

'Time to free Swedish journalist Dawit Isaak'

'Sweden is ruled by unelected policy plotters'

Five questions before buying a Sweden home

2015

'Security Council needs Sweden's soft power'

Budget marks return to 1990s social democracy

'Trainee jobs could end youth unemployment'

Swedish students to live inside steel containers

Music streaming battle heats up for Spotify

Rocky six months for new Swedish PM Löfven

Sweden sees Ukrainian asylum seeker boom

'Sweden has to act now to solve housing crisis'

'Sweden is not some kind of equality paradise'

Anger as EU keeps mobile roaming fees

2014

Romanians go hungry as mega-cathedral rises

'We have to talk about Sweden's Isis fighters'

'Sweden should follow Norway on conscription'

'Why were we kept in the dark for years?'

Why a foreign vessel lurks in Swedish waters

Why high-earners should not pay more tax

Should Sweden's school age be raised?

Sweden 'missed' global opportunities

'Evolution' for Sweden's crowd-funding scene

Scandinavia and Scotland: closer links?

Should men vote for Sweden's feminists?

Five differences between the UK and Sweden

Tight race as campaign enters final week

How immigration became a key election issue

Government keen on Nato forces in Sweden

Why Sweden's election oozes uncertainty

The Local's ultimate A - Z of Swedish fashion

Sweden 'caved to banker' in Saudi arms deal

Sweden celebrates 200 years of peace

Islamic extremist shakes Sweden with TV threat

Swedish dad takes gamer kids to warzone

'Feminism is about competition'

Kebnekaise: How I tamed Sweden's highest peak

'The concept of race is a slippery slope': Ullenhag

How I tackled northern Sweden's savage insects

Race to be scrapped from Swedish legislation

Bildt lays out four steps to Gaza peace

Swedish neo-Nazis join fight in Ukraine

Stockholm Pride bars Sweden Democrats

Stockholm Pride glides into seventeenth year

The top six ways the US and Sweden differ

Swedish expert slams Norway terror alert

Police turn blind eye to Swedish 'slave trade'

'Moving wasn't a choice, Sweden called to me'

Stockholmers sound off on 'beautiful Swedes'

Swedes voted 'most beautiful' in the Nordics

Swedish girls at highest risk of celiac disease

'Malmö has not become safer for Jews': rabbi

'Sweden must improve mental care': report

Expat puts 'Faith' into starting travel business

Swedish divers search mad king's warship

Reinfeldt gives 'best' and 'last' Almedalen speech

Almedalen: When will it all become too much?

What is it with Swedish people and gardening?

She's back: Wallström for foreign minister?

Majority of Swedes against weapons exports

Swedish teachers feel least valued: OECD

Carl Bildt loses Twitter crown to French minister

How I tackled Sweden's Law of Jante

How to tackle Sweden's ageing population

Ten rules for getting naked in Sweden

Swedes: Please let us speak Swedish with you

Could Reinfeldt pip Juncker to EU top job?

Five misconceptions about Swedish soldiers

Why do Swedes like to be 'alone together'?

'Sweden not exempt from surveillance scrutiny'

'Borg: Sweden's worst ever finance minister'

'Swedes need to save to tackle wealth disparity'

'We wanted a revolution, but it didn't go so well': Husby teens

Why Aftonbladet is wrong about The Local

Prime ministers as presidents: A problem for Sweden?

Move over Conchita, the beard is dead

'We feel the Nazi frost in the air': Sweden

'Carl Bildt is a hypocrite': Swedish Pirate MEP

'Swedish boys will court your foreign daughters'

Why Swedish women rule planet pop

'I did drugs and Sweden should get real': Pirate Party founder

Why I can't embrace Sweden's obsession with hugging

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