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Oil spill in Gothenburg - birds caught in the spill

Large amounts of oil have leaked into the Kvillebäcken stream on Hisingen in Gothenburg, Göteborgs-Posten reports.

Midsummer pole stolen in Nättraby for second year in a row

For the second year in a row, the Midsummer pole in Nättraby, Blekinge, has been stolen, reports P4 Blekinge.

The Pacific oyster, enemy of bathers, may become the sea sausage

They are sharp and spreading rapidly along Sweden's west coast. The invasive Pacific oyster is changing the ecosystem and making it unusable for bathers. Now major efforts are being made to take advantage of the mollusk. "They are like the falukorv of the sea," says Åsa Strand, marine conservation manager at the county administrative board.

Man found dead in water off Brännö in Gothenburg archipelago

Dramatic thunderstorms continue moving across Sweden

The thunderstorm that began on the west coast on the morning of Midsummer Day is continuing across the country. It has now reached the Mälar Valley and is moving northward, Erik Höjgård-Olsen, a meteorologist at SMHI, said shortly after 4 p.m.

SVT moves final debate from Stockholm to Gävle

For the first time this year, SVT's big final debate ahead of the parliamentary election will not be broadcast from Stockholm. “Our ambition is to reflect all of Sweden,” SVT's program director Michael Kucera tells TT.

Gothenburg Art Museum director Patrik Steorn is leaving for the State Historical Museums in Stockholm

Patrik Steorn is leaving his position as museum director at the Gothenburg Art Museum to take a new position at the State Historical Museums (SHM) in Stockholm. He will become deputy superintendent there.

World premiere of film about Carola Häggkvist at Way Out West

The new documentary about Carola will have its world premiere at Way Out West. The guest of honor at the screening of “Carola!” will be the subject herself.

Man arrested after explosion at villa in Frölunda, Gothenburg

A 25-year-old man has been arrested after an explosion at a villa in Frölunda, Gothenburg. He was detained by members of the public at the scene.

The enemy of bathers may become the sea sausage

They are sharp and are spreading rapidly along Sweden's west coast. The invasive Pacific oyster is changing the ecosystem and making it unsuitable for bathers. Major efforts are now under way to make use of the mollusk. "They're like the falukorv of the sea," says Åsa Strand, marine conservation manager at the county administrative board.

The couple Agerhäll and Rönndahl to premiere comedy show this fall

Marie Agerhäll and Jesper Rönndahl have made the TV series "Dips" together, among other things. Now the married couple are putting together a comedy show that will premiere this fall.

Haak and Sweden take another 3-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sweden's women's volleyball team is racking up 3-0 victories in the European League. Their fourth in a row came against Bosnia and Herzegovina - after star Isabelle Haak shone with 24 points.

KD's message: Then we can cooperate with S

KD can join forces with the Social Democrats to abolish the country's regions in the next term. "I would welcome such broad cooperation. It would be needed," says Minister of Health Elisabet Lann (KD).

Jack White releases new album Frozen Charlotte on July 10

Jack White has new music in the works. The album "Frozen Charlotte" will be released on July 10th.

Rolfö saves Sweden from a fiasco ending

The Swedish women's national team has never missed the World Cup. But it has been a long time since the team looked this shaky. A 2-2 draw at Gamla Ullevi ended a failed qualifying campaign, and now an uncertain playoff awaits this fall.

Tidö parties survive train chaos as Riksdag approves government bills

The government and the Sweden Democrats got their bills through the Riksdag despite several members being stuck on a train.

Edvin Törnblom's show Evigt Edvin extended to tour 15 Swedish cities this fall

Edvin Törnblom's show "Evigt Edvin" is being extended and will tour 15 Swedish cities this fall.

Disgusting garbage rooms increase the risk of maggots

Feeling uncomfortable in front of a dirty garbage can can make us careless about sorting. New research shows that our emotions affect how careful we are.

Health center shut down - 5,000 forced to change care

The region is canceling its agreement with a health center south of Gothenburg. Now nearly 5,000 people will be re-listed with other health centers, writes GP.

Nikke Ström, bassist with the National Theatre, has died

Nikke Ström, a bassist with the National Theatre, has died, several media outlets reported. The family wrote on Instagram that he underwent heart surgery in April and died in the suites.

Blackstenius Still Believes in Sweden's National Team

Sweden has only won two matches since last year's European Championship. But the World Cup dream lives on despite missing out on a direct spot, according to captain Stina Blackstenius. "I still believe in this national team very much," she says.

Guide: Last match in a tough World Cup qualifier - Sweden vs Italy

Sweden's group victory is already gone ahead of the match against Italy. This means that the conclusion of the World Cup qualifiers is mostly about getting a good start ahead of the playoff game this fall.