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Ancient Neck Ring Discovery in Sweden Revealed as Modern Prank

The neck ring was described as sensational and was considered a unique and valuable ancient find. But what was found in the clay in Trollhättan turns out to be completely without cultural-historical value.

Ancient Neck Ring Discovery in Sweden Revealed as Modern Prank

Mystery Deepens Over Trollhättan Neck Ring: Is It Really Gold?

To speak is silver and to be silent is gold. But the question is what applies to the noted discovery of an old neck ring in Trollhättan.

Mystery Deepens Over Trollhättan Neck Ring: Is It Really Gold?

Sick parrot didn't get care – owner prosecuted

The 18-year-old parrot had a broken bone in its wing, severe atherosclerosis, and arthritis in its hips. It wasn't until the owner was threatened with a fine that the parrot was put down.

Sick parrot didn't get care – owner prosecuted

The Gold Find – "Sensational" Neck Ring

During my excavation work, something glimmered in the clay. It turned out to be a over 2,000 year old gold necklace.

The Gold Find – "Sensational" Neck Ring

Unusual Viking find on Öland

An unusual arm ring from the Viking Age has been found by a private individual on Öland, reports [P4 Kalmar](https://www. sverigesradio.

Unusual Viking find on Öland

Invasive Flatworm Survived the Winter

The invasive flatworm Obama nungara, which was first found in Sweden in November, has survived the winter. .

Invasive Flatworm Survived the Winter

Over 30 Cats and a Dog Rescued from Squalor in Östra Göinge Home Raid

Inspections in Östra Göinge conducted by the County Administrative Board ended with over 30 cats and a dog being put down. The animals lived in rooms with piles of feces, stinking urine odor, and a hazardous high level of ammonia.

Over 30 Cats and a Dog Rescued from Squalor in Östra Göinge Home Raid

Long-awaited Crane Spotted at Hornborgasjön

This year's first crane has been spotted at Lake Hornborga - a sure sign of spring. "The first crane is so long-awaited", says the County Administrative Board of Västra Götaland in a press release.

Long-awaited Crane Spotted at Hornborgasjön

Environmental Zone in Stockholm Does Not Break the Law

The Administrative Court does not believe that the red-green government's approval of an environmental zone in central Stockholm violates the law. The Court therefore dismisses the appeals that have been made.

Environmental Zone in Stockholm Does Not Break the Law

Lack of Snow Causes Major Problems Along Mountain Trails

Lack of snow and open watercourses make it challenging right now to get around on several ski and snowmobile trails in the mountains. The advice is: update yourself on the situation before you embark on a longer trip.

Lack of Snow Causes Major Problems Along Mountain Trails

She becomes the Sweden Democrats' first County Governor

Carina Ståhl Herrstedt becomes the Sweden Democrats' first County Governor. This after the government has appointed her as County Governor and head of the County Administrative Board in Gävleborg County during the period of 1 March 2025–28 February 2031.

She becomes the Sweden Democrats' first County Governor

Prison for Gross Animal Cruelty

A man in western Jämtland has been sentenced to six months' imprisonment for gross animal cruelty, reports [Östersunds-Posten](https://www. op.

Prison for Gross Animal Cruelty

A record number of wolves were shot in self-defense last year

Last year, twelve wolves were shot in self-defense after domestic animals were threatened or attacked, which is the highest figure since 2013 according to statistics from the Environmental Protection Agency. In eight of the twelve cases, the wolf was shot in connection with hunting with unleashed dogs.

A record number of wolves were shot in self-defense last year

Now the Constitutional Committee is also reporting Ulf Kristersson

The Social Democrats are reporting Ulf Kristersson (M) to the Constitutional Committee following the developments surrounding Henrik Landerholm. According to the party's defense policy spokesperson Peter Hultqvist, there are question marks surrounding the recruitment.

Now the Constitutional Committee is also reporting Ulf Kristersson

The Forest's "Bandits" Attract New Plants

Wild boars not only cause problems. When the animals let their snouts work in planted forests, more plants emerge, according to a new dissertation.

The Forest's "Bandits" Attract New Plants

The Government Gives the Green Light for Mine in Kiruna

The environmental permit was already in place at home. Now, the government has in practice run over Kiruna municipality.

The Government Gives the Green Light for Mine in Kiruna

Wolf shot – threatened hunting dogs

A threatening wolf was shot in the Brängenreviret area between Mullsjö and Ulricehamn over the weekend, reports P4 Jönköping. .

Wolf shot – threatened hunting dogs

Risks Damaging Biological Diversity

The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation believes that the Tidö parties' dismantling of coastal protection can seriously harm biodiversity. The municipal councilor of Arjeplog, on the other hand, dismisses the proposal as "a minor adjustment".

Risks Damaging Biological Diversity

Better work environment since Kinberg Batra left

The work environment has improved, but economically, the County Administrative Board in Stockholm is still suffering from the aftermath of Anna Kinberg Batra as Governor. .

Better work environment since Kinberg Batra left

Elevated PFAS levels – new dietary advice in Ronneby

New local dietary advice is being introduced regarding fish from parts of the Ronnebyån in Blekinge. Due to elevated PFAS levels, fish caught there should not be eaten, reports [SVT News Blekinge](https://www.

Elevated PFAS levels – new dietary advice in Ronneby

This year's wolf hunt cancelled - 25 animals shot

This year's license hunting of wolves is now cancelled in all five territories, reports [Swedish Hunting](https://svenskjakt. se/start/nyhet/har-foljer-du-2025-ars-licensjakt-pa-varg).

This year's wolf hunt cancelled - 25 animals shot

Wolf Hunting Cancelled in Värmland – No Animals Found

The license hunting of wolves has been cancelled in Värmland, following a decision from the county administrative board. The reason is that there are no indications that any wolves remain in the hunting area, reports [Swedish Hunting](https://svenskjakt.

Wolf Hunting Cancelled in Värmland – No Animals Found

Million amount in compensation after oil spill

The County Administrative Board of Blekinge receives a total of 1. 6 million kronor in compensation from TT-Line following the oil spill from the ferry Marco Polo.

Million amount in compensation after oil spill

Ten wolves shot – protests in Värmland

Ten wolves were shot during the first day of the wolf hunt. A total of 30 will be shot during this year's licensed hunt.

Ten wolves shot – protests in Värmland