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How a dispute in a hostel became a diplomatic row between Sweden and China
In Depth Beijing demands an apology over ‘brutal abuse’ of three Chinese tourists by police in Stockholm
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Swedish election results in deadlock after gains by far-right party
Speed Read Anti-immigration Sweden Democrats poised to play a role in new government
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Sweden Democrats threaten far-right surge in landmark election
In Depth Former neo-Nazi party on course to be kingmakers amid fears of outside influence fuelled by Twitter bots
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Who stole the Swedish crown jewels?
Speed Read Hollywood heist prompts Europe-wide manhunt, but robbers could struggle to sell stolen artefacts
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Swedish plane protest prevents Afghan deportation
In Depth Live stream of Elin Ersson's dramatic protest shows how she stands her ground against fellow passengers
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World Cup group F: Germany out as Sweden and Mexico progress
Speed Read Group F final standings and results
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Stockholm bans ‘sexist and racist’ advertising
Speed Read Under the new rules, ads on public billboards in the Swedish capital can be removed within 24 hours
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What’s inside Sweden’s ‘prepare for war’ survival manual?
In Depth Government sending emergency readiness pamphlets to all Swedish households amid rising tensions with Russia
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Swedes dismayed as Swedish meatballs revealed to be Turkish
In Depth Turks jubilant after Sweden’s official Twitter account sets the historical record straight
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Abba return after 35 years with two new songs
In Depth Swedish four-piece announce on Instagram two releases that will form part of their ‘avatar tour project’
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Peter Madsen guilty of murder: five key moments from trial
Speed Read Danish inventor set to appeal sentence of life in prison without parole
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Assange loses initial bid to overturn UK arrest warrant
Speed Read WikiLeaks founder's legal team to present fresh arguments to court next week
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Icehotel Sweden review: the world’s coolest destination
The Week Recommends A hotel made of ice is a clever tourist attraction - but the idea came about almost by accident
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Ingvar Kamprad, billionaire founder of Ikea, dies at 91
In Depth Who was the thrifty Swede who ran global furniture chain for 70 years?
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