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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.

"Yo-yo weather" – but sun is waiting

The low-pressure system is moving across the country in the coming days. But in some places, it will also get really warm summer weather.

"Yo-yo weather" – but sun is waiting

Springsteen First Out at Strawberry

Ullevi gets rejected this year. When Bruce Springsteen comes to Sweden, it will be for two concerts at Strawberry arena outside Stockholm.

Springsteen First Out at Strawberry

Norrköping's Nightmare – Last in the League

Norrköping's Allsvenskan nightmare season continues. After a late conceded goal against Västerås, the team is now last in Allsvenskan.

Norrköping's Nightmare – Last in the League

Eon significantly raises electricity network fees – again

The power company Eon continues to significantly increase the electricity grid fees. In August, they will be increased in several places in the country and most of all in Stockholm.

Eon significantly raises electricity network fees – again

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

In Nato's policy, it is clear that member countries should strengthen their protection against chemical, biological, and nuclear threats. Despite this, the threats are only mentioned in passing in the Defence Committee's final report.

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

Man and Woman Arrested Following Bomb Alert

A man and a woman, between 30 and 40 years old, have been arrested on probable grounds, following a suspected bomb threat at Central Station in Stockholm. They are suspected of crimes against the law on flammable and explosive goods, gross crime, and preparation for gross general endangerment.

Man and Woman Arrested Following Bomb Alert

Top Talent Joins Hammarby

Hammarby recruits. The 18-year-old talent Jardell Kanga is clear for the Allsvenskan club.

Top Talent Joins Hammarby

New Break-in Attempt with Acid in Stockholm

Several apartments on Kungsholmen in central Stockholm have been subjected to break-ins with some form of acid. We suspect that they are connected and will investigate it, says the police's press spokesperson Daniel Wikdahl.

New Break-in Attempt with Acid in Stockholm

Look, Bruce, here's your canon

Bruce Springsteen is landing soon in Sweden for the first of two concerts at Strawberry Arena. The 74-year-old artist has been responsible for many classic moments on Swedish soil – but which performances from his career belong in a Springsteen-esque live canon?.

Look, Bruce, here's your canon

Mid-meal as a weapon against gang recruitment

A group of women stand and hand out snacks in Jordbro south of Stockholm – to make it harder for criminal gangs to recruit children in the area. If the children receive snacks from us, there is a lower risk that they will accept something from a criminal and get drawn into something, says Fatou Ann, who is the coordinator for Mamma United in Haninge.

Mid-meal as a weapon against gang recruitment

The Strawberry Arena

Friends Arena is now Strawberry Arena. Despite many making fun of the name, it's probably a good deal for Petter Stordalen, who is reported to pay over 100 million kronor for the sponsorship.

The Strawberry Arena

Two requested to be detained after bomb threat

A man and a woman, between 30 and 40 years old, are being requested to be detained following a suspected bomb threat at Central Station in Stockholm on Wednesday, according to the Prosecution Authority. The individuals are suspected on probable grounds of committing crimes against the law on flammable and explosive goods, as well as preparing for gross general endangerment.

Two requested to be detained after bomb threat

Pedophile Hunters Convicted: "Taking the Law into Their Own Hands"

Three men linked to "Pedo Hunting Sweden" were convicted on Friday for aggravated assault of a man in Umeå. The group sets up meetings, assaults and exposes alleged pedophiles.

Pedophile Hunters Convicted: "Taking the Law into Their Own Hands"

Smuggled hash for millions – hidden in the tank

311 kilos of cannabis were hidden in the fuel tank of a lorry that came via the Öresund Bridge. The cargo – worth nearly 39 million kronor – was discovered by the customs authorities, who chose to follow and see how the smugglers continued to Stockholm.

Smuggled hash for millions – hidden in the tank

Young man arrested after Åkersberga shooting

A 20-year-old man has been arrested on probable cause suspected of attempted murder and serious weapons offense, several media outlets report. The arrest was made after a 35-year-old man was shot in his home in Åkersberga north of Stockholm on Wednesday night.

Young man arrested after Åkersberga shooting

Swim through Slussen – after 382 years

For the first time since 1642, when Queen Christina was regent in Sweden, fish can pass freely by Slussen in Stockholm. With the construction of the new lock channel, a passage has been opened for masses of fish.

Swim through Slussen – after 382 years

Man Shot by Intruders in His Home in Åkersberga

The 35-year-old man who was shot in Åkersberga north of Stockholm on Wednesday night was attacked in his home. Prosecutor Peter Claeson confirms to TT that several perpetrators broke into the 35-year-old's home, as reported by TV4 News.

Man Shot by Intruders in His Home in Åkersberga

Inflation report from the USA boosts the stock market

An unexpectedly positive inflation report from the USA caused the Stockholm Stock Exchange to rise on Thursday. The broad OMXS index closed at plus 1.

Inflation report from the USA boosts the stock market

Joy or Disappointment – the Decision Arrives Today

Hundreds of thousands of Swedes are now receiving the long-awaited admission notice to universities and colleges. For those who receive a positive response, it is important to quickly accept.

Joy or Disappointment – the Decision Arrives Today

Report: The Book Industry Remains Stockholm-Centric

A fresh report from Region Stockholm has mapped authors, publishers, and agencies in Stockholm and notes that the industry is centered around the capital. This is reported by Svensk bokhandel, SvB.

Report: The Book Industry Remains Stockholm-Centric

Increased Patrols Did Not Prevent Fatal Shooting

Despite increased police presence, a teenage boy was shot to death in Bagarmossen, Stockholm. It's not possible to be everywhere all the time, says a police officer on site in the affected area to TT.

Increased Patrols Did Not Prevent Fatal Shooting

Extra Concert with Ed Sheeran Next Year

There will be an extra concert with Ed Sheeran in Sweden in August next year. This announces FKP Scorpio Sweden in a press release.

Extra Concert with Ed Sheeran Next Year

Prison for several with Foxtrot connection

The 27-year-old was suspected of planning murders of rivals in Kalmar and Sundsvall from his temporary residence in Spain. At the same time, a residential area in Kalmar was shaken by shootings and attempted murders.

Prison for several with Foxtrot connection

SJ takes over the night trains to upper Norrland

SJ takes over the night train traffic between Stockholm and Luleå and Norwegian Narvik, according to a press release from the Transport Administration. The agreement applies from December 15 and for one year ahead, and there is an opportunity for extension with an additional year.

SJ takes over the night trains to upper Norrland