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Explosion at property in Gothenburg: detonation under investigation

Police were alerted to a bang in a residential area of Askim in Gothenburg on Tuesday night.

Derby cancelled after officials agree not to continue

The derby between Örgryte and IFK Göteborg became a dark chapter in Swedish football. The match was abandoned twice in the first half before officials decided not to complete it.

India's Modi visits Sweden, wants to strengthen ties

Sweden and India are launching a strategic partnership focused on climate and space, among other areas. At the same time, economic exchanges are set to double within five years. "This is another milestone in our relations," Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson says.

Modi received royal orders and unknown Nobel poems

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi can now call himself a Commander of the Order of the Polar Star. During his visit to Gothenburg, he was also presented with two previously unknown verses by Indian Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore.

Narendra Modi, the tea seller who rules the world's most populous country

From tea vendor to geopolitical champion - but sometimes controversial at home. Narendra Modi, 75, has ruled "the world's largest democracy," India, for almost twelve years. On Sunday, he will meet with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in Gothenburg, among others.

Kristersson and Modi call for a broader coalition as emissions know no bounds

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, together with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M), is inviting more countries to collaborate to facilitate the green transition in industry.

Suspected gun threat at central Gothenburg pub - man arrested

Man removed from investigation in 2012 Gothenburg murder after prosecutors cite insufficient evidence

A man who was detained on suspicion of murder in Västra Frölunda that occurred more than 13 years ago is being removed from the investigation. According to the prosecutor, there is not enough evidence to press charges.

Comeback for Gothenburg cop Johan Falk with three new films

After more than ten years in the dustbin, the suspense series Johan Falk is making a comeback. Falk has changed over the past ten years, Gothenburg has changed, and when he returns now it is in a story that is darker, tougher and has more action, says lead actor Jakob Eklund.

Powder alarm sounded at Sagsjön Prison - turned out to be detergent

A powdery substance was found in a letter during a postal inspection at Sagsjön Prison, south of Gothenburg. Police and emergency services were called in - but it turned out to be detergent.

Modi to visit Sweden, absolutely the right time, says Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Sweden as part of a trip to Europe. It is absolutely the right time, given all the chaos in world trade, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M).

Tove Lo Collaborates With Stromae on Upcoming Album Estrus

Tove Lo releases the single "I'm Your Girl, Right?" from the upcoming album "Estrus".

Cyclist dies after traffic accident in Gothenburg

A cyclist has died in a traffic accident in Gothenburg.

Mafia expert warns police presence in Swedish football stands is very bad for the sport

Get the police out of the Swedish football stands. That's what Italian mafia expert and author Anton Monti says. Police presence in riot gear is very bad for the sport, says Monti, who is currently writing the book "Ultras".

Train stoppage between Malmö and Gothenburg lifted, delays expected

The stoppage of train services between Malmö and Gothenburg has been lifted, reports SVT Nyheter Väst. The Swedish Transport Administration has warned there will be delays as services resume.

Suspicious object in Gothenburg - residents urged to stay inside

Westlife to play Scandinavium in Gothenburg next summer

The Irish band Westlife will play at Scandinavium in Gothenburg next summer, Got Event announces.

Larger housing price increases in central parts of major cities

Prices for condominiums in the central parts of major cities are clearly rising, new statistics show.

Explosion in Gothenburg - one arrested in Kortedala district

Göteborgs-Posten reports that one person has been arrested after an explosion in the Kortedala district of Gothenburg.

25-year-old man sentenced to life for double murder in Biskopsgården

Late last spring, two men were fatally shot in a parking lot in Biskopsgården. A 25-year-old man has now been sentenced to life in prison for the double murder. No other punishment was considered, says councilor Åsa Toll.

22-year-old Swedish hidden gem ready for US Open

Golfer Johanna Sjursen will play her first major a month from now. The 22-year-old hidden gem from Gothenburg won the U.S. Open qualifier at Piedmont Driving Club in Atlanta, Georgia.

SMHI: High risk of grass and forest fires in parts of Sweden

There is a high risk of grass and forest fires in several parts of Sweden, according to SMHI.