Västerås

Explosion outside apartment building in Gideonsberg, Västerås

An explosion has occurred outside an apartment building in the Gideonsberg district of Västerås.

Sweden reach bandy World Cup final after 8–2 semi-final win over Norway

Sweden's bandy masters bounced back from a shock loss to Finland and secured a place in the World Cup final. They beat Norway 8–2 in the semi-final in Pori.

Sweden's new blue-yellow World Cup smash - 62 goals in two matches

After the record-breaking World Cup victory against Hungary, the Swedish bandy champions continued to crush their opponents. Against the Netherlands, they won 28–0, and the national team has now scored 62 goals in two matches.

Person arrested on suspicion of rape at restaurant in central Västerås

Theft of cultural heritage in Sweden is reportedly increasing in 2024

In 2024, 146 thefts were reported from churches, museums and heritage sites in Sweden, and this spring Anundshög, Sweden's largest cemetery, was subjected to extensive grave looting, Magasin K reports.

Swedish electricity reserves secured for this winter

The Swedish electricity reserve for the winter has been secured. On its second attempt, Svenska kraftnät has signed an agreement with two suppliers to secure the electricity supply during cold snaps.

Linnea Henriksson releases album about love and relationships

When life comes to a standstill, love can sometimes feel like an uncomfortable sweater. On her fifth album, "Du & jag & mera tid," Linnea Henriksson delves deep into a stagnant relationship.

Hammarby came from 2-0 down to beat Västerås 5-4 on New Year's Eve

Västerås had a 2–0 lead at halftime in the Swedish bandy elite series. But Hammarby turned things around in the second half and won the away match 5–4 in the last match of the year.