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Politics in Sweden: Pride shows the fault lines in Kristersson's coalition

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 15:37:48 +0200

Rainbow flags at the PM's Pride reception couldn't disguise the tension between Ulf Kristersson's personal liberalism and the Sweden Democrats' determination to wage a culture war, writes The Local's publisher James Savage.

In Pictures: Tens of thousands turn out for Stockholm Pride parade

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 10:24:29 +0200

Around 50,000 people took part in the Pride parade in Stockholm this year, with close to an estimated figure of half a million spectators cheering them on. Here are the best pictures.

Opinion: Why I walk as a proud parent in the Stockholm Pride parade

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 08:59:00 +0200

Walking as a proud parent in the Stockholm Pride parade can help both teenagers who are battling with accepting themselves and parents who are struggling too, writes Linda Wainwright Höckerfelt from Proud Parents of LGBT children in Stockholm (Stolta Föräldrar till hbtq-barn i Stockholm).

Stockholm’s Pride parade briefly halted by right-wing extremists

Sat, 05 Aug 2017 18:54:07 +0200

Around 15 people reportedly connected to a right-wing extremist group briefly stopped the Stockholm Pride event, which saw 45,000 participants and thousands more Stockholmers celebrating in the city.

Ten reasons why Stockholm Pride is simply awesome

Fri, 29 Jul 2016 17:40:34 +0200

Stockholm Pride 2017 kicks off in just a few days, and with everything from lectures to performances and the all important parade, there’s plenty to love. Here’s why we think it’s pretty amazing.

Stockholm to get new same-sex traffic lights in show of LGBT support

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 14:21:42 +0200

A posh Stockholm neighbourhood will soon see its traffic lights receive a facelift as the standard lone figure on the crossing signals is replaced by same-sex couples.

High security as Orlando top of mind at Stockholm Pride

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 17:01:44 +0200

Security will be high at this week’s Stockholm’s Pride festival, with last month’s massacre at a gay club in Orlando a reminder that gay and transgender people are potential targets for attacks.

Why everyone is talking about Sweden's GTA pride parade

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 14:08:26 +0200

A Swedish modification which adds a gay pride parade to computer game Grand Theft Auto V has attracted the attention of millions and sparked fierce debate among gamers, The Local has been told.

Sweden gears up for Stockholm Pride festival

Tue, 21 Jul 2015 17:58:05 +0200

Preparations are in full swing in the Swedish capital for Stockholm's annual gay pride festival. The Local spoke to one of the organizers behind the party.

Charges filed for topless Russian embassy demo

Mon, 16 Dec 2013 13:25:00 +0100

Two women from feminist movement Femen have been charged for trespassing after a topless protest in support of gay rights at the Russian embassy in Stockholm. It follows previous charges for an anti-sharia demo outside a Swedish mosque.

Rainbow zebra protest at Russian embassy

Sun, 11 Aug 2013 11:40:00 +0200

Gay rights supporters have painted the zebra crossing outside the Russian embassy in Stockholm in the colours of the rainbow following angry exchanges during last week's Pride festival over the country's treatment of LGBT individuals.

Top ten loud, proud and gay Swedes

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 14:44:00 +0200

With Stockholm Pride just around the corner, it seems high time to profile some of the country's colourful queers who have proudly come out of the closet.

Police out in force for Pride as hate crimes rise

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:13:00 +0200

Stockholm police are out in force this week to ensure that the Stockholm Pride festival passes off without incident at the same time as a recent report indicated that hate crimes are on the rise in Sweden.

Stockholm Pride unable to pay its bills

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:41:00 +0200

The organisers of the annual Stockholm Pride festival is facing an economic crisis due to cost overruns and a new business model.

The Local’s Quick Guide to Stockholm Pride 2011

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:19:00 +0200

As Scandinavia’s biggest pride festival begins on Monday in Stockholm, contributor Katherine Dunn provides a look at some highlights of the week-long celebration.

The Local's Guide to Pride

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:38:00 +0200

Scandinavia's biggest gay pride festival starts building to a climax on Thursday, with the popular Schlager evening in "Pride Park" outside Stockholm's Maritime Museum. We guide you through the highlights of a long weekend of partying, with just a little politics thrown in.

Stockholm Pride asks: 'how hetero' is your Facebook?

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:40:00 +0100

Facebook users can now check to see "how hetero" the pictures they have posted on the popular social networking site are, thanks to a new web application launched by the organizers of an annual celebration of gay culture in Stockholm.

Football clubs take a stand for gay pride

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:06:00 +0200

Representatives for local football clubs, AIK and Hammarby, were among a slew of celebrities showing their support for gay pride by joining the traditional parade through Stockholm on Saturday.

Pride march a 'game changer' for Stockholm football clubs

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:29:00 +0200

As Stockholm gears up for the weekend’s Pride Parade, The Local’s Gabriel Stein takes a look at the difficulties facing two Stockholm-area football clubs as they attempt to show their solidarity with the city’s gay community.

The best of Stockholm Pride

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:53:00 +0200

It’s the largest gay pride event in northern Europe, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors from across Sweden, Europe and the world. Part party, part political demonstration, Pride has truly become a highlight of Stockholm's summer calendar.