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Stockholm is Sweden's capital and the city was founded in 1252. Approximately 1 million inhabitants (as of 2023) live in Stockholm, and in the entire Stockholm metropolitan area, around 2.4 million people reside. Here, we list the latest news from Stockholm.

SAS cancels more flights

The airline SAS is cancelling almost all departures between Visby and the mainland during November and December, reports [P4 Gotland](https://sverigesradio. se/artikel/nya-smallen-mot-flygresenarerna-sas-staller-in-stort-antal-avgangar).

SAS cancels more flights

The trade union: Great that we have the Chancellor of Justice backing us

The Ombudsman's criticism of County Governor Anna Kinberg Batra's nonchalant behavior and lack of respect for regulations is received with relief by the union at the County Administrative Board in Stockholm. .

The trade union: Great that we have the Chancellor of Justice backing us

New Reading Promoter Wants to Work Beyond the Big Cities

The spoken word poet Agnes Török becomes the Cultural Council's new reading ambassador. In local reading councils beyond the metropolitan areas, they will work together with children and young people.

New Reading Promoter Wants to Work Beyond the Big Cities

As Kinberg Batra: Hard for her to stay on

The Government has continued confidence in Governor Anna Kinberg Batra, who has received harsh criticism from the Parliamentary Ombudsman. Social Democrat Ida Karkiainen reacts even more strongly to Kinberg Batra's intention to stay on.

As Kinberg Batra: Hard for her to stay on

Kinberg Batra: I'm Not Resigning

Stockholm's Governor Anna Kinberg Batra predetermined who would be employed, and was also biased in one case. The Parliamentary Ombudsman is now directing harsh criticism towards the former Moderate Party leader after three disputed recruitments.

Kinberg Batra: I'm Not Resigning

Peter Grönlund creates new series for Netflix

A crime drama linked to conflicts in Skåne that have been going on for generations. This is the premise for "The Sin", director Peter Grönlund's new TV series, which will premiere on Netflix next year.

Peter Grönlund creates new series for Netflix

Major Shareholder: Will Continue to Support Northvolt

One of the major shareholders in crisis-stricken Northvolt, Harald Mix, states that he will continue to support the battery manufacturer with capital, reports Ekonomiekot on Sveriges Radio. "Most serious assessors see what an important role a company like Northvolt plays for European competitiveness and the transformation of the automotive industry.

Major Shareholder: Will Continue to Support Northvolt

Murder during dog walking - gang leader charged

A 23-year-old man was shot to death when he was out walking a dog in Växjö one October night last year. Now, a 21-year-old man is being charged with murder, who has been identified as the leader of a criminal network in the city.

Murder during dog walking - gang leader charged

Spring Tour of Sweden for Orup

Orup takes his show "Orup only" on tour in the spring. 25 cities will be visited by the artist, starting in Malmö in January.

Spring Tour of Sweden for Orup

Ölmedal warns of meddling municipal politicians

The book is protected by both high status and a special position in the law. Nevertheless, it can be threatened even in Sweden, according to the author Ida Ölmedal: Overall, it's quite easy for municipal politicians to influence cultural activities, she says.

Ölmedal warns of meddling municipal politicians

Emma Knyckare and Sofia Dalén create a "hahaha" revue

Revue is the new black humor. Emma Knyckare and Sofia Dalén follow in the footsteps of Henrik Dorsin and Kalle Lind with a revue that is said to be "perfect for today's Tiktok generation with short attention span".

Emma Knyckare and Sofia Dalén create a "hahaha" revue

Space Takes Center Stage at Fotografiska

It is not just the Book Fair that has the theme "space". In the next major exhibition at Fotografiska in Stockholm, which has been titled "Space", 13 artists explore the concept.

Space Takes Center Stage at Fotografiska

Per Andersson plays in "Amadeus"

Milos Forman achieved success with the film "Amadeus". This spring, the story of the rivalry between Mozart and Salieri will be a musical costume drama at the Cultural Centre City Theatre in Stockholm – with an unexpected acting debut.

Per Andersson plays in "Amadeus"

HSB: Make it Easier to Evict Condominium Owners

Condominium owners who repeatedly rent out their apartments without the association's permission should be able to be evicted. This is what five representatives of the housing cooperative HSB write in a debate article in [Svenska Dagbladet](https://www.

HSB: Make it Easier to Evict Condominium Owners

The Sensation: Hammarby to Champions League

Defeat at home a week ago against the top team Benfica. But a 2–0 win away took Hammarby to the Champions League.

The Sensation: Hammarby to Champions League

200 children in Stockholm to be tested for tuberculosis

Over 200 children in Region Stockholm are to be tested for tuberculosis. Some of them will receive preventive antibiotic treatment.

200 children in Stockholm to be tested for tuberculosis

SAS cancels flights for two months – lack of planes

The airline SAS is cancelling all flights on three routes to and from Stockholm during November and December. The airports affected are Sundsvall-Timrå Airport, Ronneby and Ängelholm, according to SVT News Västernorrland.

SAS cancels flights for two months – lack of planes

Rydström: "They want even more money"

Top players in Europe have threatened to strike due to a congested match schedule. Part of the responsibility lies with the big clubs themselves, believes Malmö FF coach Henrik Rydström.

Rydström: "They want even more money"

After the Iranian Attack: Strong Protest Expressed

In an Iranian special operation, a Swedish company was hacked and thousands of SMS about avenging Koran burnings were sent out. I'm unfortunately not that surprised, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) about the IT attack.

After the Iranian Attack: Strong Protest Expressed

Radioactive substance measured in Sweden – harmless

The radioactive substance Cesium-137 has been measured over Sweden. > At all the measurement stations, very low levels have been measured, no risk whatsoever for humans or the environment, says Simon Karlsson, investigator at the Implementation Preparedness Unit at the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority to TT.

Radioactive substance measured in Sweden – harmless

The Expert Tip: "Accept the Pain and Enjoy It"

The Abborrbacken on Lidingöloppet's track is crowned as the most feared hill in the major Swedish running events in a survey. But with the help of the experts' tips, it might become a little easier to conquer the nightmare hill.

The Expert Tip: "Accept the Pain and Enjoy It"

Arkdes reopens with free admission and menstrual cup

With free admission, an innovative delivery chair and a new collection exhibition, Arkdes in Stockholm is re-inaugurated. The entire museum experience is completely new, promises acting director, Karin Nilsson.

Arkdes reopens with free admission and menstrual cup

Netflix Danish Star Christopher Lund Nisse Postpones Tour

Danish artist Christopher is postponing his planned European tour until next year, he announces on Instagram. This affects concerts in Sweden on November 5 in Stockholm and November 8 in Gothenburg, reports [Expressen](https://www.

Netflix Danish Star Christopher Lund Nisse Postpones Tour

Arkdes in Stockholm reopens with free admission and menstrual cup

With free admission, an innovative delivery chair and a new collection exhibition, Arkdes in Stockholm is re-inaugurated. The entire museum experience is completely new, promises acting director, Karin Nilsson.

Arkdes in Stockholm reopens with free admission and menstrual cup