Kiruna

Kiruna Church Bell Tower Relocated to New City Center

Since a week, the church in Kiruna is in its new location in the city's new center. Now it has got company by its bell tower, after another move through the city.

Kiruna Hospital Activates Crisis Mode After Mushroom Poisoning Cases

Housing Construction Rises in First Half of 2025

Sweden to Rent 600 Prison Spaces in Estonia Amid Criticism

Sweden has signed an agreement with Estonia to rent up to 600 prison places in Tartu. But the proposal has received criticism and so far there are several question marks left.

Kiruna Faces Mixed Emotions as City Moves for Mining Expansion

Kiruna is characterized by both a people's party and sorrow since the church has arrived at its new location, as the city move continues to make room for LKAB's mining. This is very sad, difficult and strange in many ways, says author Ann-Helén Laestadius, who grew up in Kiruna.

King Carl Gustaf Attends Kiruna Church Move and Sets Coffee World Record

King Carl Gustaf was on site and followed the historic move of Kiruna church, which was completed on Wednesday. The King also drank the first cup in what became a world record in church coffee.

Suspected Drone Violation During Kiruna Church Relocation

Kiruna Church Completes Historic Move to New City Center

Kiruna church has to fanfares rolled in on its new plot in the city's new center, after a two-day long journey. The final stretch was framed by a royal visit and a world record attempt.