Chalmers building closed after suspected scabies outbreak among staff
One of Chalmers' buildings has been closed for emergency cleaning due to a suspected scabies outbreak at the university, reports Göteborgs-Posten.
Sweden
Gothenburg to give 4 million kronor in emergency aid to live music venues
After warnings of an economic crisis, the red-green city government in Gothenburg is pushing for an emergency one-time grant. Pustervik will receive almost one million kronor, reports GP.
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Drunk Riding Linked to Most Fatal E-Scooter Crashes in Sweden, Study Finds
Electric scooters stand out among traffic fatalities, according to a new study. The most serious accidents occur at night, with private electric scooters - often involving a drunk rider. "We were a bit surprised," says Marco Dozza at Chalmers.
Sweden
Train line between Gothenburg and Borås to stay closed until July 16 after derailment
The train line between Gothenburg and Borås will remain closed until July 16, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
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Swedish mother sentenced to six years in prison after five-year-old daughter dies in apartment fire
The girl was repeatedly left alone at home overnight. In February, she died at age five after a fire broke out in the apartment. Now the mother has been sentenced to six years in prison.
Sweden
Dungen announces new album Vidrig vår and fall tour
When Dungen releases a new album this fall, it is described as an open portrayal of a relationship in disintegration. The album is titled "Vidrig vår".
Entertainment
Kappahl acquires majority stake in second-hand chain Arkivet
The clothing company Kappahl Group is purchasing a majority stake in Arkivet Second Hand, the company announced in a press release.
Business
A-tractor numbers surge in Sweden, with Sundsvall leading the way
More and more A-tractors are rolling on Swedish roads. The stronghold is in Sundsvall.
Sweden
Four orcas spotted hunting mackerel off Gothenburg archipelago
In the boat on the way home, Richard Svensson suddenly saw four tall dorsal fins rise out of the sea - then he saw the blowhole. Then I immediately understood that it was an orca, he tells TT.
Sweden
Three men arrested after trying to steal helicopter in Gothenburg
Three men tried to steal a helicopter on Hisingen in Gothenburg on Saturday evening, reports Göteborgs-Posten.
Sweden
Electrical fault disrupts trains between Gothenburg and Malmö, service expected to resume this afternoon
There was a disruption to train traffic between Falkenberg and Halmstad earlier on Saturday. Trains are expected to resume in the afternoon, SJ reports.
Sweden
Five art highlights this summer - silicone and Green Porno
Green Porno with Isabella Rossellini, or everyday absurdism through the lens of the late Briton Martin Parr? Here are five highlights from this summer's art exhibitions.
Entertainment
Man sentenced to life for double murder in Lunden, Gothenburg
Last fall, two men were found shot dead in a car in Gothenburg. The same night, the suspected shooter was arrested after a dramatic car chase in Oslo. The man has now been sentenced to life in prison for the double murder.
Sweden
Extreme heat and derailment - train services are cancelled
The extreme heat is expected to cause problems on the railways, and this weekend trains will be cancelled on several routes. In addition, the derailment in Bollebygd will affect rail services between Stockholm and Gothenburg for over a week.
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Long train stoppage expected after Bollebygd derailment
A 600-meter freight train derailed in the municipality of Bollebygd, halting rail traffic. Restoration work will take about two weeks, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
Sweden
They compete in Paradise Hotel
It is now clear who will participate in the fall season of "Paradise Hotel".
Entertainment
Häcken win after plane crash
There was chaos ahead of the match between Uppsala and Häcken in the Swedish women's football league. The game plan was rejected, and the match had to be moved for the second time, as UNT first reported.
Sports
Tone Sekelius to play witch in The Wizard of Oz tour
Artists Tone Sekelius and Kiana Blanckert will tour this fall and next year with the family production "The Wizard of Oz."
Entertainment
Bob Dylan to play at Scandinavium in Gothenburg, Sweden this fall
Bob Dylan is coming to Sweden for a concert at Scandinavium in Gothenburg this fall.
Entertainment
Malkovich: I'm 100 percent wrong about everything
He is known for "Con Air", "Of Mice and Men" and "Being John Malkovich". The legendary actor John Malkovich is visiting Sweden with a performance that mixes literature, classical music and theater.
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Säpo: Iran continues to recruit young people for attacks in Sweden
The terrorist threat to Sweden remains elevated, according to the Swedish Security Service. Säpo warns that Iran continues to recruit young people with gang connections to strike targets in Sweden.
Sweden
More people are taking the train this summer, SJ says
Interest in taking the train is growing this summer, according to SJ.
SwedenAbout Gothenburg
Gothenburg (Göteborg) is Sweden's second-largest city and is located on Sweden's west coast at the mouth of the Göta River. Approximately 600,000 people live in Gothenburg, and in the entire Greater Gothenburg area, around 1.1 million people reside (as of 2023), making it the fifth-largest city in the Nordic region. The city was founded in 1621 by Gustav II Adolf.