Woman in her 40s dies after car crashes into tree on E22 in Småland
A woman in her 40s has died in a traffic accident on the E22 in Torsås Municipality, Småland, police have announced.
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Electricity Prices in Southern Sweden Rise to New Yearly High, With Further Increases Expected
High electricity prices in southern Sweden - at their highest levels of the year - are set to rise further on Tuesday, according to prices ahead of tomorrow’s trading on the Nord Pool electricity exchange.
Business
Seven school threats in eight days in Småland prompt police warning: ‘Almost insulting’
The police believe recent school threats in Småland were attempts to make jokes or get classes canceled. The police operations coordinator says they are an insult to victims of real school attacks.
Crime
Nordea Sees Sweden’s Economy Improving Across All Regions as Recovery Takes Hold
The Swedish economy is now expected to pick up across the board. The outlook is brighter across the country, according to Nordea’s latest forecast.
Business
Karl Johan mushrooms start appearing after dry Swedish summer, experts say
In large parts of the country, mushroom pickers have so far had to go home with empty baskets. The mushroom season is delayed in southern and central Sweden, but after a slightly wetter period, porcini mushrooms are now starting to appear.
Sweden
Dackarna reach Swedish Speedway final after thriller against Smederna
Dackarna are through to the Swedish Speedway Championship final after a thrilling semi-final against Smederna. In the final, another team from Småland awaits: reigning champion Västervik.
Sports
Man who sold viral infidelity sofa charged with aggravated defamation
He sold an "infidelity sofa" - and the ad went viral on social media. But his ex-partner sued, and now the man is being charged with aggravated defamation, several media outlets report.
Crime
Wolf attacks kill sheep in Småland, authorities warn pet owners
Many sheep have been killed by wolves in Småland, according to local media.
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