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Self-Driving Bus Collides with Tram on First Day of Operation in Sweden
Technologydr-dkyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomat+11aftonbladetle-figarosvenska-dagbladetorfmorgunbladiddelfi-lt24urstraits-times+3 more16d ago14 sources

Self-Driving Bus Collides with Tram on First Day of Operation in Sweden

A self-driving bus in Gothenburg, Sweden, was involved in a collision with a tram on its very first day of carrying passengers. The incident occurred during its inaugural public trial, marking an unfortunate start for the autonomous vehicle.

Detonation Reported Near Property in Gothenburg
Worldaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladet23d ago2 sources

Detonation Reported Near Property in Gothenburg

A detonation has been reported in Gothenburg, Sweden, with initial accounts indicating it occurred near a property. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Travel Guide to Gothenburg, Sweden
Culture20-minuten1mo ago

Travel Guide to Gothenburg, Sweden

A travel guide highlights Gothenburg as an alternative to Stockholm, offering tips for exploring Sweden's second-largest city, from local pastries to vintage shops.

Gothenburg to Get Its Own "Flatiron" Building
Cultureaftonbladet2mo ago

Gothenburg to Get Its Own "Flatiron" Building

Gothenburg is set to get its own distinctive "flatiron" building located at Skånegatan, despite some divided opinions on the project. The unique architectural design is expected to become a new landmark in the city.

Swedish Regions Fined Over Journal System Deal
Politicsaftonbladet2mo ago

Swedish Regions Fined Over Journal System Deal

The Administrative Court of Appeal in Gothenburg has imposed multi-million fines on nine Swedish regions for entering into an agreement to acquire the Cosmic journal system without proper procedures.

Swedish Prison Guards Sentenced in Bribery Case
Politicsmorgunbladid1mo ago

Swedish Prison Guards Sentenced in Bribery Case

Two Swedish prison guards from Norrtälje prison were sentenced to 15 and 21 months in prison by the Gothenburg District Court for a unique bribery case involving their relationship with inmates.

Two Arrested in Gothenburg After Police Operation
Worldaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladet1mo ago2 sources

Two Arrested in Gothenburg After Police Operation

Two individuals have been arrested following a police operation in Gothenburg, Sweden, which reportedly involved dangerous objects. The arrests were made after a significant police presence in the city.

‘Trump is aiming for dictatorship’. That’s the verdict of the world’s most credible democracy watchdog | Martin Gelin
PoliticsThe Guardian2mo ago

‘Trump is aiming for dictatorship’. That’s the verdict of the world’s most credible democracy watchdog | Martin Gelin

Sweden’s V-Dem Institute warns that the US is no longer a liberal democracy. And autocracy is creeping across Europe too The US is no longer a democracy. One of the most credible global sources on the health of democratic nations now says this outright. The Varieties of Democracy (V-Dem) Institute at Gothenburg University reaches the alarming conclusion in its annual report, that the US is hurtling towards autocracy at a faster rate than Hungary and Turkey. “Our data on the USA goes back to 1...

New Direct Train Routes Announced Connecting Northern Europe
Businessdr-dktagesschauaftonbladet+5berlingskesvenska-dagbladetvgpolitikeniefimerida1mo ago8 sources

New Direct Train Routes Announced Connecting Northern Europe

New direct train services are being launched to connect major cities across Northern Europe, including routes between Berlin and Oslo, and Gothenburg and Berlin. These new connections, set to begin by 2028, will link Denmark and Norway directly for the first time in over two decades.

Gothenburg Wildfire Remains Out of Control
Worldsvenska-dagbladet1mo ago

Gothenburg Wildfire Remains Out of Control

A wildfire that has been raging in the Delsjö area of Gothenburg Municipality since Saturday afternoon is still not under control, according to emergency services.

Ava Bahari's Sibelius Album Review
CultureThe Guardian1mo ago

Ava Bahari's Sibelius Album Review

Violinist Ava Bahari's new album featuring Sibelius's Violin Concerto and Lemminkäinen Suite receives a positive review, highlighting her enthralling performance with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra.

Strong emotions in a female power field
Culturesvenska-dagbladet3mo ago

Strong emotions in a female power field

On International Women's Day, the Gothenburg Opera premiered "Jenůfa", an opera about social control and women's vulnerability. Julia Sporsén, Katarina Karnéus and Ingrid Tobiasson shine.