Sharp increase in arson attacks last year, police survey shows
The number of arson attacks increased significantly last year, according to a police survey reported by Sveriges Radio's Ekot.
Crime
14-year-old boy found guilty of murdering 28-year-old man in Norrköping
A 14-year-old boy has been found guilty of murdering a 28-year-old man, Norrköping District Court ruled, SVT Öst reports.
Sweden
Joakim Lundell ready for the Bonfire Festival in Linköping
Joakim Lundell is ready for a gig at the Bonfire Festival in Linköping this fall.
Entertainment
Clearance for lynx hunting appealed again
Lynx hunting in all counties where licensed hunting has been approved has now been given the green light by the courts. However, even those decisions are being appealed by the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation.
SwedenTop news
Ludwig Göransson wins Oscar, pays tribute to his father
It was his father who introduced Ludwig Göransson to the blues. Now they get to celebrate an Oscar. "My father is here, and I'm going to celebrate with my family," Göransson said after his Oscar win.
TV & film
Reigning champion Luleå's miscalculation means they will have to play in the round of 16
Reigning champion Luleå will have to play the round of 16 against Örebro in this year's Swedish Ice Hockey Championship playoffs. In the final SHL round, Luleå lost at home to Färjestad, who in turn secured a quarter-final spot - and will face Rögle.
Ice hockey
Alzheimer's at 54 - must wait for new medication
Jessica Söderfjord was only 54 years old when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. It felt as if the rug had been pulled out from under her. It was absolutely terrible. Now she is fighting to ensure that Swedes in the early stages of the disease can be offered the new Alzheimer's medications approved in the EU.
Sweden
Nightmare for Leksand - crushed and will probably face relegation play-off
Leksand is practically ready for the relegation play-off against HV71. The Dala team's fine streak was broken by Malmö, who won 7–2.
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