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  Demographics of Sweden - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Sami language, spoken by ~7,000 people in Sweden, may be used in government agencies, courts, preschools and nursing homes in the municipalities of Arjeplog, Gällivare, Jokkmokk and Kiruna and its immidiate neighbourhood.
The majority (87%) of the population belongs to the Church of Sweden, the Lutheran church separated from the state in 2000.
Demographics of Sweden, Data of FAO, year 2005 ; Number of inhabitants in thousands.
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 Sweden
Sweden was first mentioned in the 1st century, by Roman historian Tacitus, who wrote that the Suiones tribe lived out in the sea and were powerful in both arms and ships.
Sweden is known for having an even distribution of income, with a Gini coefficient at 0.21 in 2001 (one of the most even income distributions in the industrialized world).
In the south of Sweden leaf-bearing trees are prolific, in the north pines, spruces and hardy birches dominate the landscape.
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 Sweden   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Sweden as a name was originally a plural form of Swede and is a so-called "back-formation", from Old English Sweoðeod, the land of the Suiones.
In the south of Sweden leaf-bearing trees are prolific, in the north pines and hardy birches dominate the landscape.
In underground circles, Sweden is known for a large number of death metal and fl metal acts, often viewed as pioneering or at the forefront of the scene.
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 Wikinfo | Sweden   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
It is bordered by Norway on the west and Finland in the northeast; the rest of it borders waters, as the Baltic Sea and Kattegat.
Sweden subsequently broke away in 1523, when Gustav Eriksson Vasa, later known as Gustav I of Sweden re-established separation of the Swedish Crown from the union.
Sweden has been a monarchy for almost a millennium with supply controlled by the parliament (the taxed peasantry constituting one of four chambers until 1866), and legislative power shared between the King and the Parliament (until 1975).
www.wikinfo.org /wiki.php?title=Sweden   (1434 words)

  
 Sweden : Se
Sweden : Se The Kingdom of Sweden (Konungariket Sverige in Swedish) is a country in Scandinavia, northern Europe.
It is bordered by Norway on the west and Finland in the northeast; the rest of it borders the Baltic Sea.
In the south of Sweden leaf-bearing trees are prolific, in the north ferns and hardy birches dominate the landscape.
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 Sweden - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Sweden subsequently broke away in 1521, when Gustav Eriksson Vasa, known as king Gustav I of Sweden from 1523, re-established separation of the Swedish Crown from the union.
Sweden remained a neutral country during World War I and World War II (with a small exception for the Winter War).
Sweden has an extensive child-care system that guarantees a place for all young children from 2-6 years old in a public day-care facility.
www.peacelink.de /keyword/Sweden.php   (2070 words)

  
 Sweden   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Sweden (etymology)''Sweden'' as a name was originally a plural form of SwedesSwede and is a so-called "back-formation", from Old English ''Sweoðeod,'' the land of the Suiones.
Gustav Vasa's reign was signified by the Protestant Reformation, a renewed consolidation and centralization of the state, the formalization of the taxationtaxed yeomanry's participation in decisions on taxes and their use through a Riksdag of the Estatesfour-chamber parliament, and of relatively peaceful international relations.
It was a contest of survival on the icy route in Sweden for the second round of this season's World Rally Championship competition and it showcased two champions as they battled head-to-head on the first leg of the Swedish Rally.
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 Sweden - Psychology Central   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Sweden has been transformed from a nation of emigration ending after World War I to a nation of immigration from World War II onwards.
However, with the recognition of five minority languages of Sweden (being Finnish, Meänkieli, Sami, Romani and Yiddish) on April 1, 2000, the issue of whether Swedish should be declared the official language was raised.
In underground circles, Sweden is known for a large number of death metal and fl metal acts such as Bathory, Meshuggah, The Haunted, Opeth, Naglfar, Arch Enemy, Nightrage, Dark Tranquility, Soilwork, and In Flames.
www.psychcentral.com /psypsych/Sweden   (4737 words)

  
 Top20Sweden.com - Your Top20 Guide to Sweden!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Sweden has a low population density in all but its metropolitan areas, with most of the inland consisting of forests and mountainous wilderness.
Population density is also higher in southern Sweden, with centres being in the valley of lake Mälaren and the ×resund region.
In underground circles, Sweden is known for a large number of death metal and fl metal acts such as Bathory, Meshuggah, The Haunted, Opeth, Naglfar and In Flames.
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 SWEDEN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The Kingdom of Sweden is a Nordic country in Scandinavia, in Northern Europe.
Sweden as a name was originally a plural form of Swede and is a so-called "back-formation", from Old English Sweoðeod.
Of the refugees from the Yugoslav wars, 135,000 remain in Sweden.
www.yotor.org /wiki/en/sw/Sweden.htm   (2081 words)

  
 Middle East Open Encyclopedia: Swedes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
In a nationalist context, the ethnic Swedes living outside Sweden are sometimes called "East-Swedes" (in Swedish: östsvenskar), to distinguish them from the ethnic Swedes living in Sweden proper, called rikssvenskar or västsvenskar ("Western-Swedes"), reflecting irredentist sentiments.
However, in Sweden people typically refer to their ethnic identity, not as Swedes but rather to their sub-national ethnic identity, such as Dalecarlian, which originates from the historical Provinces of Sweden.
Sweden is located in the "vodka belt" and drinking was a problem until the temperance movement gained influence.
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 Sweden and Swedish History Profile Biography and Encylopedia Entry Arkansas Encyclopedia Essay
The Kingdom of Sweden (Konungariket Sverige in Swedish) is a Nordic country in Scandinavia, in Northern
During the 9th and 10th century, the Viking culture flourished in Sweden, with trade, raiding and colonisation primarily going eastward, to the Baltic states,
20th century, Sweden has achieved an enviable standard of living under a mixed system of high-tech capitalism and extensive welfare benefits.
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 Statistics Sweden - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Statistics Sweden, or Statistiska centralbyrån (SCB), is a Government agency responsible of producing the official statistics on Sweden.
National statistics in Sweden dates back to 1686 when the parishes of the Church of Sweden were ordered to start keeping records on the population.
The predecessor of SCB, called the Office of Tables (Tabellverket) was set up in 1749 and the current name was adopted in 1858.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Statistics_Sweden   (130 words)

  
 Sweden, New York NY, town profile (Monroe County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Sweden, NY Sweden is a town in Monroe County, in the Rochester metro area.
At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Sweden was $17,874, compared with $21,587 nationally.
Median rent in Sweden, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $520.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=1773   (485 words)

  
 Demographic Data for Sweden - Overview   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
We are pleased to present a choice of demographic data Packs at the five-digit postcode level for Sweden.
Eight key demographic variables from the Swedish Census: total population; population by age 0-15; 16-64; 65+; average total income per household; number of cars; average size of households 1990; total number of households 1990.
Advanced Demographics Sweden includes an extended range of Census variables: total population; females 0-6, 7-15, 16-24, 25-44, 45-64, 65+; males 0-6, 7-15, 16-24, 25-44, 45-64, 65+; disposable income; average total income per household; number of cars; average size of households 1990; total number of households 1990; educational level.
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 Minority languages of Sweden - Art History Online Reference and Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
In 1999, Sweden legally recognized five minority languages of Sweden due to its adoption of the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages.
Although Sweden has no official language, Swedish is the national language and de facto official language of the country, totally dominating commercial and cultural life.
The Sami language, spoken by some 7,000 people in Sweden, may be used in government agencies, courts, preschools and nursing homes in the municipalities of Arjeplog, Gällivare, Jokkmokk and Kiruna and its immediate neighbourhood.
www.arthistoryclub.com /art_history/Minority_languages_in_Sweden   (181 words)

  
 CIA - The World Factbook -- Sweden   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
A military power during the 17th century, Sweden has not participated in any war in almost two centuries.
Sweden's long-successful economic formula of a capitalist system interlarded with substantial welfare elements was challenged in the 1990s by high unemployment and in 2000-02 by the global economic downturn, but fiscal discipline over the past several years has allowed the country to weather economic vagaries.
Indecision over the country's role in the political and economic integration of Europe delayed Sweden's entry into the EU until 1995, and waived the introduction of the euro in 1999.
www.cia.gov /cia/publications/factbook/geos/sw.html   (1126 words)

  
 My experience of racism in Sweden
Rather, I think it is a certain amount of cowardice and lack of knowledge of how the demographics of Sweden is, and how it is changing.
In Sweden today, almost 1 out of 10 citizens were either born outside Sweden, or have parents who were.
The companies to prosper in the future are the ones who understand this, knows how to take advantage of the differences and adapt themselves to increase their gainings at the expense of their conservative competitors.
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Canada cannot be compared with the U.S. - because Canada is a European nation demographically.
Canada doesn't have America's unhealthiest demographic groups in large numbers like we do.
I would settle (in a NY minute) for all the bums and glue-sniffers to go to Canada (yeah, I know, that means i would see my mother-in-law less).
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 Town Of Sweden - Monroe County NY
Town Of Sweden - Monroe County NY Sweden Town Hall
Located in New York's western Monroe County, the Town of Sweden offers a blend of rural beauty, access to the Erie Canal, the Village of Brockport, and some of the best shopping in the area.
Sweden will continue to offer recycling center services to residents
townofsweden.com   (67 words)

  
 Menswear in Sweden
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Datamonitor's Menswear in Sweden industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the menswear industry.
It includes detailed data on market size and segmentation, plus textual analysis of the key trends and competitive landscape, demographic information, and descriptions of the leading companies.
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 The world's top sweden websites   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
²/ There are five recognized minority languages in Sweden
Sami, Meänkieli, and Finnish may be used be used in dealing with municipal and government agencies, courts, preschools and nursing homes in parts of Norrbotten County.
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 The Future Demographic Sweden
Euromonitor International's The Future Demographic Sweden report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level.
It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth.
Back to > Previous page > Future demographics homepage > Sweden homepage
www.euromonitor.com /The_Future_Demographic_Sweden   (164 words)

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