This year's bear hunt began in the morning. A total of 486 bears are allowed to be shot. After just a few hours, 71 bears had already been felled, reports Svensk Jakt.
CrimeCrab enthusiasts can sleep soundly. Early reports suggest it will be a good year for crab fishing – although somewhat delayed. I haven't received any alarm reports lately. Now it's just a matter of catching crabs and eating, says crab expert Patrik Bohman.
SwedenOver 40 sheep have been killed in a suspected wolf attack in Sala municipality, local media reports.
SwedenThe breed American Bully XL has been banned abroad after several attacks. In Sweden, the breed's popularity is increasing - but also the number of dogs that need to be rehomed. It's almost a hundred percent increase, says Johnny Kroneld at the dog protection association Hundstallet.
SwedenChampagne bottles and soda water were found in a shipwreck off Öland at the end of July. Now, the County Administrative Board of Blekinge has declared the wreck a historic relic, which is believed to be from the late 19th century.
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