The two men were using metal detectors without permission when they accidentally found a unique Viking Age silver treasure - and chose to keep it. They have now been given suspended sentences for aggravated antiquities crime.
SwedenDuring the night, police had to resort to spike strips to stop a car that was driving far too fast on the E4 in Jönköping. According to police, four boys under the age of 15 were in the car.
CrimeThe government has taken a new step toward mineral extraction at the Norra Kärr mine near Lake Vättern. The deposit is considered to be of such great national interest that a processing concession should be granted, according to the county administrative board, on condition that the company shows how drinking water will be protected. However, the permit is controversial.
BusinessThe government has announced that the mining deposit at Norra Kärr, an area on Lake Vättern north of Gränna, may be investigated further. The area contains unusual rock types and holds one of the few deposits of rare earth metals in the EU.
BusinessA man in his 30s has died after his car went off the road and collided with a tree north of Gränna.
SwedenA single-vehicle accident has occurred outside Gränna. The accident is being treated as very serious, according to police.
SwedenThe mining commissioner says yes, the county administrative board says yes - but with certain conditions. Now the issue of mining in Norra Kärr in Jönköping County will be decided by the government.
BusinessThe Swedish farm sales got off to a flying start, and wine producers can count on 65,000 liters sold at 22 farms in 2025. Now the question is whether visitors will return next season.
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