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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.

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

In Nato's policy, it is clear that member countries should strengthen their protection against chemical, biological, and nuclear threats. Despite this, the threats are only mentioned in passing in the Defence Committee's final report.

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

Look, Bruce, here's your canon

Bruce Springsteen is landing soon in Sweden for the first of two concerts at Strawberry Arena. The 74-year-old artist has been responsible for many classic moments on Swedish soil – but which performances from his career belong in a Springsteen-esque live canon?.

Look, Bruce, here's your canon

The Smile cancels performance at Way Out West

The English rock band The Smile has been forced to cancel their upcoming European tour dates, including their performance at Way Out West in Gothenburg on August 8. On [Instagram](https://www.

The Smile cancels performance at Way Out West

"Svennis"' tribute: "He is fantastic"

Before Sunday's final in the European Championship in football between England and Spain, Sven-Göran "Svennis" Eriksson praises the English national team captain Gareth Southgate. "If he wins in Berlin, I think he should be considered better," he writes.

"Svennis"' tribute: "He is fantastic"

Yasiin Bey to Way Out West

The American rapper Yasiin Bey, previously known as Mos Def, is set for Way Out West. His performance will be a tribute to the rapper MF Doom, who died in October 2020.

Yasiin Bey to Way Out West

Love Tribute Concludes Saleh's Cairo Trilogy

In an industrial premises in Gothenburg, Fares Fares is sitting and driving a car along Cairo's streets. That he would play the lead role in "Eagles of the Republic" was crucial for the director Tarik Saleh.

Love Tribute Concludes Saleh's Cairo Trilogy

Now the European Championship qualifying is to be decided for the Swedes

Save players who risk suspension in the European Championship qualifying decider? Or give key players, who haven't played a match in a long time, playing time? National team captain Peter Gerhardsson has a few things to consider ahead of tonight's European Championship qualifying match against France. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the match.

Now the European Championship qualifying is to be decided for the Swedes

"We've never experienced anything like this"

Unusual circumstances. An unusual Peter Gerhardsson.

"We've never experienced anything like this"

The Profile's Summer Listening: "A Bit Juicy"

Listening drought during the holiday? Here, some of the country's cultural and entertainment profiles give their best tips on podcasts, radio programs, and audiobooks to listen to this summer. .

Travel with hydrogen-powered flights – soon in Sweden

Within a few years, hydrogen-powered flight is likely to become a reality in Sweden. This means that it will be possible to fly fossil-free over short and medium distances, according to new studies at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg.

Travel with hydrogen-powered flights – soon in Sweden

Joy or Disappointment – the Decision Arrives Today

Hundreds of thousands of Swedes are now receiving the long-awaited admission notice to universities and colleges. For those who receive a positive response, it is important to quickly accept.

Joy or Disappointment – the Decision Arrives Today

Got the national team call-up – right in the middle of the math test

During my math test, my mobile started ringing and beeping. Then, super talent Felicia Schröder received the message: "You're selected for the A-national team".

Got the national team call-up – right in the middle of the math test

Extra Concert with Ed Sheeran Next Year

There will be an extra concert with Ed Sheeran in Sweden in August next year. This announces FKP Scorpio Sweden in a press release.

Extra Concert with Ed Sheeran Next Year

Nice to feel that you're no longer afraid

Her courage is born with her. After the dark time in German Wolfsburg, the national team striker Madelen Janogy dared to throw herself into a new foreign adventure.

Nice to feel that you're no longer afraid

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of heavy rain showers – thunderstorm approaches

A storm with a risk of both heavy rain and thunder is moving in over Sweden on Wednesday – and thousands of lightning bolts have already struck. The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute's yellow warning is being extended to a larger area over southern Sweden.

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of heavy rain showers – thunderstorm approaches

Train Traffic Stopped after Yellow Warning

Västtrafik is cancelling several train departures on Wednesday. This is due to the expected large amounts of rain.

Train Traffic Stopped after Yellow Warning

Woman found dead - police investigate murder

A woman has been found dead in a residence in Askim in southwestern Gothenburg. The police have initiated a preliminary investigation into murder or manslaughter.

Woman found dead - police investigate murder

Snus shortage in Norway: "We apologize"

The shelves in Norway are empty – of snus. It was in March this year that there was a fire at Swedish Match's snus factory in Gothenburg.

Snus shortage in Norway: "We apologize"

The Threat to Sweden: Stars Risk Being Suspended

A completely decisive match against England – then six Swedish stars risk being suspended. In the European Championship qualifier, just two warnings lead to the player missing the next match.

The Threat to Sweden: Stars Risk Being Suspended

The Star on Moving to Juventus: They're Going All In

Top talent Hanna Bennison never got the boost she hoped for in English Everton. Now the national team midfielder is reloading in big-spending Juventus.

The Star on Moving to Juventus: They're Going All In

Rubensson: "My body was like a machine back then"

Last year, she was named Sweden's best female football player. This year, Elin Rubensson has had her season disrupted by minor injuries.

Rubensson: "My body was like a machine back then"

Teenager arrested for murder in Gothenburg

A teenage boy was arrested on Monday at the Gothenburg District Court, suspected of murdering a 25-year-old man in Gothenburg. .

Teenager arrested for murder in Gothenburg

Rolfö: "Amazing what football has for an impact"

Sweden's women's football team faces tough European Championship qualifying matches against France and England. Star player Fridolina Rolfö joins the team gathering after recently making a memorable trip to Zambia.

Rolfö: "Amazing what football has for an impact"

Goalless draw when Gais and Hammarby clashed

There was a derby atmosphere at Gamla Ullevi. Battle in the stands, battle on the pitch, as Gais and Hammarby clashed.

Goalless draw when Gais and Hammarby clashed