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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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Will Julian Assange be forced to leave Ecuador’s London embassy?
Speed Read WikiLeaks founder reported to have upset recently elected Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno
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Sweden plans grenade amnesty as attacks soar
Speed Read Many of the explosive devices used by criminals have been smuggled in from the Balkans, experts say
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The most luxurious tree houses around the world to stay in
In Depth Far from the ramshackle structures of your childhood, these wooded lodgings offer lavish comforts and clever design
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Will a data leak bring down Sweden's PM?
In Depth After sensitive information is placed in foreign hands, Stefan Lofven's future hangs in the balance
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Meet Sweden's newest train: Trainy McTrainface
In Depth Will of the people triumphs as legacy of Boaty McBoatface lives on
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Northern lights: Where to mark Swedish Midsummer
In Depth Celebrate this traditional festival of the solstice at one of the capital's top Scandinavian spots
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We Have a Dream exhibition captures the faces of change
In Depth At Stockholm's Fotografiska, photographer Albert Wiking presents 114 striking portraits of people who have dared to make a difference
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Turkey suspends 12,800 police officers from duty
Speed Read Recep Tayyip Erdogan continues to strengthen his grip on power after July's failed military coup
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Police warn residents: 'Don't swim in rubbish bins'
Speed Read Rented skip transformed into a pool for an unauthorised party - and other tall tales
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A design for the high life: the best hotel architecture
In Depth Cutting-edge architectural design is transforming the world’s luxury hotels. Ian Belcher selects some of the most spectacular boltholes
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Swedish police called to investigate 'revenge fart'
Speed Read Offending flatulence disturbed woman's 'peace of mind' – and other tall tales
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Russia simulated nuclear attack on Sweden, says Nato
Speed Read Military and intelligence units targeted in war game 'attack' that caught Swedes napping
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