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Latest news and important information from Malmö.
Sweden's mouse street-artists reveal identities after nine years
The two Malmö artists behind Anonymouse, the street art collective which charmed the world with mouse-sized bistros, cafés, and nut shops, have revealed their identities as they bring the viral project to an end.
Norway to launch direct service between Oslo and Malmö
A direct service between Oslo and Malmö will be available in the summer, Norway’s state-owned rail firm Vy announced on Wednesday.
IN PICTURES: Thousands march in Malmö to protest Israel's Eurovision entry
Thousands of people marched through Malmö to protest Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest over the Gaza war.
How tourists can make the most of Malmö
Malmö is not a particularly touristy city and it's easy to miss out on the best things the city has to offer if you don't know where to look. Here's The Local's guide to Sweden’s third largest city.
How safe is it to visit Malmö during Eurovision?
It's Eurovision week in Malmö, Sweden, with tensions high due to Israel's participation in the contest. What should visitors be aware of during the week?
Sweden's Eurovision contest opens in shadow of Gaza war
Glitter and rhinestones or pro-Palestinian demonstrations and slogans? The 2024 Eurovision Song Contest opens in the southern Swedish city of Malmö on Tuesday overshadowed by the war in Gaza.
Five budget-friendly bars for a night out in Malmö
For visitors, students or anyone else looking to have a good evening without breaking the bank, Malmö has plenty of pubs – which is good news for beer drinkers, as alcohol is famously expensive in Sweden.
Swedish musicians cancel Eurovision performances over Israel's participation
With less than a month until Eurovision week kicks off, artists and musicians are dropping out of events in Malmö in protest at Israel’s participation.
Malmö prepares for high-security Eurovision amid Israel protests and terror threat
Malmö in southern Sweden is preparing to host the Eurovision Song Contest in early May under high security, amid protests over Israel's participation during its ongoing war with Hamas.
Which nationalities have bought the most tickets for Eurovision in Malmö?
Two thirds of all Eurovision tickets have been snapped up by foreign visitors, with new figures revealing the top ten countries which will have the most fans in the audience in Malmö.
Who's trying to injure dogs in Malmö with metal-spiked dough balls?
For over three years, Malmö's canine population has been terrorised by an unknown perpetrator – or perpetrators – placing mysterious glass or metal-filled dough balls in parks across the city. What do we know so far and how has it affected dog owners?
Malmö calls in team of ferrets to weed out rats ahead of Eurovision
A team of ferrets and dogs are set to help Malmö crack down on its rat population with less than two months to go until the city is set to host Eurovision Song Contest.
Protesters apply to demonstrate for and against Israel at Eurovision in Malmö
Tension is mounting in Malmö after the European Broadcasting Union approved Israel's participation in this year's Eurovision Song Contest.
Hotels, tickets and scams: What to know about visiting Malmö for Eurovision 2024
As excitement mounts for Eurovision in Malmö in May, many are thinking about where they should stay, how much they should budget, and how to avoid scams. Here's The Local's guide for visitors to the southern Swedish city.
Up to 1,000 cars left stranded for hours in southern Sweden snow chaos
The Swedish Armed Forces delivered food and water to drivers who got stuck in the snow for, in some cases, as long as 20 hours.
How to get tickets for Eurovision in Malmö
Tickets for Eurovision in Malmö will go on sale on November 28th, with prices starting at roughly 13 euros.
Goose blood? Five Scanian specialities you may or may not want to try
With its warm climate and fertile land, the southern county of Skåne has some of the best ingredients in Sweden. Here are five of the most famous Scanian delicacies.
Malmö to roll out promising anti-gang method to teenagers
A US strategy sometimes credited with helping Malmö bring its shootings under control after years of gang violence is now being rolled out to troubled youths in the city.
8 signs you've been living in Malmö too long
Do you live in Malmö, the self-proclaimed capital of southern Sweden? 'Malmöiter' are known for their love of falafel, their cocky nature and their almost incomprehensible accents. Read on for eight signs you're one of them.
New rail service planned through Norway, Sweden and Denmark to Hamburg
Plans for a new rail service running from Oslo and stopping in Gothenburg, Malmö and Copenhagen before arriving in Hamburg are in the works, Swedish state-owned rail operator SJ has said.