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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.

Zookeeper at Skansen bitten by snake

A zookeeper at Skansen Aquarium in Stockholm has been bitten by a viper. The person is said to have worked with reptiles and venomous snakes for over 40 years, according to Jonas Wahlström at Skansen.
Zookeeper at Skansen bitten by snake

Two Seriously Injured after Lightning Strike

Three people are still receiving hospital care after the lightning strike on Lidingö. "Two patients have very severe injuries, but the patients' condition is stable," writes chief physician Karin Pukk Härenstam in an email to TT.
Two Seriously Injured after Lightning Strike

A Suspect Arrested for Arson on Värmdö

A person has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out in an apartment in Hästhagen on Värmdö in Stockholm. The alarm came in just before 7 am on Friday morning.
A Suspect Arrested for Arson on Värmdö

This is why the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute missed the thunderstorm on Lidingö

Several youths were injured when lightning struck during a thunderstorm on Lidingö on Thursday. No warning was issued for the Stockholm region – now SMHI explains why.
This is why the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute missed the thunderstorm on Lidingö

This is the new "We on Saltkråkan"

The new version of "We on Saltkråkan" is supposed to live as long as the original from the 60s. We're trying to find a film language that can last for many years, says "new" Uncle Melker, Henrik Norlén.
This is the new "We on Saltkråkan"

Viktor Norén releases single with Linus Wahlgren

"Brighter Clouds". This is the title of Viktor Norén's new single, where he is guested by Linus Wahlgren.
Viktor Norén releases single with Linus Wahlgren

Kamga wants to put on a show in the Finnkampen

With an extremely small margin, Sweden won the Finnkampen last year, both on the women's and men's sides. It can be just as even this year, as Olympic Games five Vanessa Kamga comes to Helsinki as one of the biggest Swedish names.
Kamga wants to put on a show in the Finnkampen

Water Damage, Closed Roads – and Heat Records

A large thunderstorm and rain weather rolled in over Sweden on Thursday and it got really wet in several parts of the country. In other areas, it was really warm – in Lund, the thermometer showed 31.
Water Damage, Closed Roads – and Heat Records

Djurgarden's Joy - Clear for Conference League

Djurgården has qualified for the Conference League's main tournament. 1–0 in the qualifying return match against Maribor was enough.
Djurgarden's Joy - Clear for Conference League

Eight taken to hospital after lightning strike on Lidingö

Several people have been struck by lightning on Lidingö outside Stockholm. Eight have been taken to hospital, of which three are seriously injured, says Josefine Bergenholtz-Gröndahl, press officer at Region Stockholm, to TT.
Eight taken to hospital after lightning strike on Lidingö

The Government wants to strengthen safety at amusement parks

Security at Swedish amusement parks should be strengthened. The government thinks so and is setting up an inquiry with the task of considering measures for enhanced supervision.
The Government wants to strengthen safety at amusement parks

Fire in Tent Camp in Högdalen

A fire has broken out in a tent camp in Högdalen, south of Stockholm, reports [TV4 News](https://www. tv4.
Fire in Tent Camp in Högdalen

The Royal Warship Vasa Becomes a Musical

The story of the royal warship Vasa is becoming a musical next year. The creators of "Vasa – The musical" are the composer and violinist Elias Gammelgård and the conductor and composer Simon Bång.
The Royal Warship Vasa Becomes a Musical

Goosebumps after Paralympics debut: "I'm tearful"

Everything revolves around medals in Paris. Ask only about Sweden's first Paralympic participants in 2024.
Goosebumps after Paralympics debut: "I'm tearful"

Uppsala and Umeå have the cleanest air in Europe

Uppsala and Umeå have good air quality in Europe, according to the latest rankings. Sweden has a good reputation, but we have also had problems, says Johan Genberg on Nature Conservation.
Uppsala and Umeå have the cleanest air in Europe

Uggla Celebrates 50 Years on Stage with Royal Show

Magnus Uggla is celebrating 50 years as an artist with a new show. He got the idea for "Magnus Uggla – 50 years on the throne" when the king celebrated the same jubilee last year.
Uggla Celebrates 50 Years on Stage with Royal Show

Fire in row house - risk of spreading

There is a fire in a row house in Tumba, south of Stockholm. It is a comprehensive roof fire across the entire length, says Pontus Olsson at the rescue service.
Fire in row house - risk of spreading

Clear surge on the Stockholm Stock Exchange

The Stockholm Stock Exchange index rose by 0. 7 percent on Friday.
Clear surge on the Stockholm Stock Exchange

The Estate Agents: The Housing Market "is at a Standstill"

The housing market is still standing still and "marking time", according to Fastighetsbyrån's latest Real Estate Agent Panel. The supply of housing is large – but buyers are cautious.
The Estate Agents: The Housing Market "is at a Standstill"

Foot Locker closes stores in Sweden

The American shoe chain Foot Locker will implement a savings program. In connection with this, the chain will, among other things, close its existing stores in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, as well as South Korea, the company reports in connection with its interim report, which has now been published.
Foot Locker closes stores in Sweden

Twelve years in prison for 16-year-old triple murderer

Within the span of a day, a 16-year-old boy broke into two villas in southern Stockholm and shot dead three people and shot and injured two, including a two-year-old girl. Now he is sentenced to 12 years in prison for the triple murder and seven attempted murders.
Twelve years in prison for 16-year-old triple murderer

SAS reconstruction complete - "Looks very good"

The airline SAS has reached its goal with its reconstruction, both in Sweden and in the USA. This opens up for a capital injection of over 12 billion and CEO Anko van der Werff is pleased.
SAS reconstruction complete - "Looks very good"

Salwan Momika charged after Quran burnings

Salwan Momika and Salwan Najem are being prosecuted for incitement against a ethnic group following Quran burnings in Stockholm in the summer of 2023. The purpose is to express contempt towards Muslims due to their religious beliefs, says prosecutor Anna Hankkio about her assessment of the actions.
Salwan Momika charged after Quran burnings

Weak upswing on the Stockholm Stock Exchange

The Stockholm Stock Exchange rose slightly ahead of Wednesday evening's major event – the interim report from tech giant Nvidia. The OMXS index increased by 0.
Weak upswing on the Stockholm Stock Exchange

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