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Watch again: Three share the Nobel Prize in Physics

The prestigious prize is named for scientist Alfred Nobel.

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Sweden's king removes five of his grandchildren from royal house

The Swedish king has removed five of his grandchildren from the royal house, meaning they won't be required to carry out official duties.

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Watch: Swedish wine is on the table, thanks to German grapes

Wine growing is becoming increasingly popular in Sweden, with 40 vineyards now found in the country, concentrated in the south.

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Giant portrait of Greta Thunberg made in Italian field

An Italian artist has created a giant portrait of Greta Thunberg, the 16-year-old Swedish climate activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee.

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Brexit by the sea – Tiny Dutch village braces for huge Brexit party

"The idea of waving to the Brits and waving back is great and to have different types of music from different European countries. It is amazing idea and we support it," Mayor of Wijk ann See

USA

Watch again: Greta Thunberg joins climate protest outside UN HQ

Swedish climate activist crossed the Atlantic in a zero-carbon boat.

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Automated sobriety check installed at Gothenburg port's ferry terminal

Drivers selected at random will have to submit to the test. If they fail, the gate remains closed and police is alerted.

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Swedish judge finds A$AP Rocky guilty of assault in Stockholm

The court finds that the defendants were not in a situation where they were entitled to self-defence and that they have assaulted the victim by hitting and kicking him. But the rapper will avoid prison.

USA

US to Sweden: Release ASAP Rocky or suffer 'negative consequences'

The rapper landed back on U.S. soil Saturday, leaving behind him the looming verdict in an episode that has led to unexpected tension between the U.S. and its European ally.

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Beggars belief? You need a €23 permit to ask for cash in this city

A city has become the first in Sweden to require beggars to obtain an official licence before asking for money on the streets.

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US rapper A$AP Rocky released from custody until assault trial verdict

A Swedish judge has decided to release US rapper A$AP Rocky from custody until the verdict.

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Watch again: Lawyer of A$AP Rocky speaks during assault trial

The lawyer of A$AP Rocky addressed the press after US rapper's initial testimony at his assault trial in Sweden.

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US rapper A$AP Rocky pleads not guilty in court

American rapper A$AP Rocky pleaded not guilty in trial on Tuesday. He's accused of assaulting a 19-year-old in the city.

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Sweden says government will not get involved in A$AP Rocky case

US rapper A$AP Rocky has been charged along with two others for assault over a fight that happened in Sweden last month.

France

'Hold adults accountable,' says climate change activist Greta Thunberg

"Young people should speak up and hold adults accountable in the combat against climate change," said activist Greta Thunberg on receipt of Normandy's first Freedom Prize.

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No charges for man who allegedly harassed ASAP Rocky, Swedish prosecutors say

The prosecutor's office in Stockholm said the man "is no longer suspected of any crime."

Estonia

Paris court rules against victims of MS Estonia boat crash

Paris court rules against the victims of the MS Estonia boat crash between Tallinn and Stockholm in 1994

World News

Volvo recalls nearly half a million cars due to safety concerns

Volvo is recalling up to half a million vehicles due to safety concerns linked to a manufacturer failure.

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Nine killed in plane crash during skydiving trip in Sweden

Nine killed in plane crash during skydiving trip in Sweden

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Swedish fast-fashion brand promises to go sustainable

We detail Monki's commitment to producing clothes made from organic and sustainably sourced denim.

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