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Man Dies in Drowning Accident in Skellefteå

SMHI Extends Heat Warning in Northern Sweden

Heatwave Brings Few Tropical Nights to Norrbotten and West Coast

Despite the heatwave the last week, there have been few tropical nights. Warm nights have only been measured at measuring stations along the Norrbotten coast and the West Coast. There have been a couple of isolated nights, says Hilda Westberg, meteorologist at SMHI.

Indian Warship INS Tamal Spotted Near Umeå in Gulf of Bothnia

An Indian warship is located in the Bay of Bothnia, at the height of Umeå. What it is doing there is unclear. We are following it on site, close by, says Marie Tisäter at the Defence Forces' communications department.

Dolls with Star of David Hung in Umeå Park; Police Investigate

Two dolls dressed in blue-striped shirts with a Star of David on the chest were hung up in nooses in a park in Umeå, several media report. The case will be referred to the Chancellor of Justice (JK).

Foreign Bids Submitted for Bankrupt Battery Maker Northvolt

Several binding bids have been placed from foreign interests on the bankrupt battery manufacturer Northvolt, confirms the bankruptcy administrator Mikael Kubu to Ekot on Sveriges Radio.

Weak Dollar Impacts Boliden's Profitability

Enjoy the Heatwave: Warm Weather to Last Through the Weekend

After a cool start to the summer, many vacationers have been able to enjoy the sun and warmth of the past few days – and it's a matter of making the most of it. The change comes with clouds, rain and cooler temperatures, says Henrik Reimer, meteorologist at SMHI.