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  • Struggle for power in the Swedish Parliament

    Struggle for power in the Swedish Parliament

    As I predicted before the Swedish election, the political situation in the Swedish parliament has come to a standstill, waiting for a solution. Honestly, it wasn’t a difficult prediction: it was clear for everyone with a slight knowledge of Swedish election rules. The combatants There are two candidates for the post of prime minister: on…

  • Swedish Election is a Thriller: There’s a New Kid on the Block

    Swedish Election is a Thriller: There’s a New Kid on the Block

    The election to the Swedish parliament is just one week away (Sept 9). The outcome is unpredictable if you look at recent polls. Negotiations will most likely be long and hard before the newly elected parliament can agree and ask the leader of one party to be Prime Minister and form his own government. Generally…

  • Sweden in Quarterfinals in World Cup 2018

    Sweden in Quarterfinals in World Cup 2018

    Like Sweden? Are you a soccer (or football if you are in Europe) fan as well? Now is the time to tune in to the World Cup being held in Russia this year, as Sweden has made it to the quarterfinals! via GIPHY Sweden is moving on to the quarterfinals after beating Switzerland 1-0.  You…

  • Swedish Interior Design Style in Nine Words

    Swedish Interior Design Style in Nine Words

    You might recognise Swedish style when you see it, but when you actually set out to create your own Swedish style interior, it can be more difficult than you expected. Sure, you can play by the rules, but if you do that, you may end up with a sterile space that doesn’t have much individuality.…

  • PewDiePie’s Part in the Rise of Live Streaming and User-Generated Content

    PewDiePie’s Part in the Rise of Live Streaming and User-Generated Content

    Swedish YouTube star Felix Arvid Ulf Kjellberg, better known as PewDiePie, has been the most subscribed user on the streaming site since 2013, and his channel has received over 17 billion views. There is no doubt now that he is one of the most famous Swedes in the world. In 2016, the 28-year-old was named…

  • Why Swedes are Happier Than We Are: An American Perspective

    Why Swedes are Happier Than We Are: An American Perspective

    As an American, I’m aware that most of us would proclaim that we live in the greatest country in the world because we’re the most democratic, wealthy and powerful. But one thing is for sure: we’re not the happiest. Based on my time living in Sweden, it comes as no surprise to me that this…