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New Tents Appear in Lisbon and Porto as Protests Over Portugal’s Housing Crisis Grow
Just days after police broke up protest camps in Lisbon and Porto, new tents have appeared.
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Hundreds of Scientists Warn EU Against Revising Nature Protection Rules
Plans to revise Natura 2000 and the EU’s Birds and Habitats Directives are drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups.
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Škoda to reconsider World Championship sponsorship if Russia takes part after CAS ruling
The men's Ice Hockey World Championship's main sponsor, carmaker Škoda, says it will reconsider its sponsorship if Russia participates.
Ice hockey
Moldova Could Move Ahead of Ukraine in EU Membership Talks, Commission Says
Moldova may be able to advance faster than Ukraine on its path to EU membership. The European Commission hopes Montenegro could be formally invited as early as this summer.
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Death toll from Russian double strike on Ukrainian aid collection point rises to 37
The death toll is rising after Monday’s Russian double strike on the community of Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region. As of Wednesday morning, 37 people had been confirmed dead.
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Ukraine’s SBU officials implicated in alleged bribery scheme, anti-corruption agencies say
A “criminal group” has systematically bribed high-ranking Ukrainian law enforcement officials, the country’s anti-corruption agency Nabu reports.
World
David Druid steps down as Musikhjälpen presenter after private argument video surfaces
David Druid was due to host “Musikhjälpen”, but he is now stepping down from the major event. The decision was his own, according to Sveriges Radio. “David has made this decision, and I think it’s a wise one,” project manager Simon Rosenqvist told TT.
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Autumn in SwedenForest walks, mushroom season and museum afternoonsThe forests turn gold, the crowds are gone and the museums have their new exhibitions. A good time for the cities, before the Christmas markets open.The best museums in Stockholm
City guideIllustrative photo: César Couto / UnsplashStockholm
The capital on fourteen islands, where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic.Things to do 391Restaurants 355Museums 316
The listPhoto: Hanay / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0The best museums in Stockholm
The Vasa Museum, Swedish Museum of Natural History and Cosmonova and 314 more316 museumsRanked
AttractionPhoto: Pudelek / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0Drottningholm Palace
Go to see a royal palace, Chinese Pavilion and palace theatre within one UNESCO-listed site.Stockholm
Wed 4 NovIllustrative photo: RitaE / PixabayThe Art of Noh: Talk and Demonstration
Museum of Ethnography, StockholmStage and film17:30 to 19:00
Event data: Visit Stockholm, Stockholm Business Region AB (CC BY 4.0)
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Estrogen Medication Shortages Ease, but Sprays and Patches Remain in Short Supply
The shortage of estrogen medications continues, despite signs of a break in the trend. “We continue to work to ensure that no one has to go around looking for the medications they need or read in chat groups which pharmacies may have them,” says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD).
SwedenTop news
Säpo Warns of Rising Russian Sabotage Threat to Sweden’s Defence Industry
Säpo warns that the Russian sabotage threat to Sweden has increased, especially against the defence industry. “In recent months, we have seen a deterioration,” says Security Police Chief Charlotte von Essen.
Sweden
Person found dead after fire at holiday home outside Mönsterås
A person has been found dead after a fire at a holiday home outside Mönsterås.
Sweden
Dala Horse Gains EU Protected Geographical Indication Status, Safeguarding Swedish Craft Tradition
The Dala horse has been registered as a protected geographical indication by the EU Intellectual Property Office. The registration strengthens the protection of this world-famous Swedish craft.
Crime
Swedish Supreme Court Upholds Residence Ban for Man Identified as Gothenburg Gang Leader
The Supreme Court has approved a preventive residence ban for a man identified by police as a leader of a criminal network in Gothenburg.
Crime
22-Year-Old Charged With Murder in Shooting Outside Örebro
A 22-year-old man is charged with shooting a 29-year-old man to death outside Örebro in September 2024, the Swedish Prosecution Authority announced.
Crime
Elderly Woman Feared Dead After House Fire Outside Höganäs
An elderly woman is feared to have died in a house fire outside Höganäs, police say on their website.
SwedenTop news
Pressure Mounts on Swedish Parties as Third Prime Minister Vote Nears
With two prime ministerial votes completed, pressure is mounting on the parties. The likelihood of things starting to move increases as we approach a third round, says political scientist Jonas Hinnfors.
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World
New Tents Appear in Lisbon and Porto as Protests Over Portugal’s Housing Crisis Grow
Just days after police broke up protest camps in Lisbon and Porto, new tents have appeared.
World politicsHundreds of Scientists Warn EU Against Revising Nature Protection Rules
Plans to revise Natura 2000 and the EU’s Birds and Habitats Directives are drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups.
WorldMoldova Could Move Ahead of Ukraine in EU Membership Talks, Commission Says
Moldova may be able to advance faster than Ukraine on its path to EU membership. The European Commission hopes Montenegro could be formally invited as early as this summer.
World politicsDeath toll from Russian double strike on Ukrainian aid collection point rises to 37
The death toll is rising after Monday’s Russian double strike on the community of Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region. As of Wednesday morning, 37 people had been confirmed dead.
ConflictsUkraine’s SBU officials implicated in alleged bribery scheme, anti-corruption agencies say
A “criminal group” has systematically bribed high-ranking Ukrainian law enforcement officials, the country’s anti-corruption agency Nabu reports.
World
Bangladesh to raise garment workers’ minimum wage after protests and clashes
The minimum wage for garment workers in Bangladesh will be raised, a promise made after five days of protests and clashes.
World
Musk Jokes That ‘Election-Stealing Space Lasers’ Failed After Republican Setbacks
Elon Musk has donated billions to Republicans during the election campaign. As the party’s major setback became clear, the billionaire struck a humorous tone on social media.
World politics
Man Sentenced to Nine Years for Shooting at Oslo Shopping Mall Café
A man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for shooting at several other men at a shopping mall in Oslo last summer.
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Business
New York Times Adds 420,000 Digital Subscribers, Beats Profit Expectations
The New York Times continues to attract digital subscribers. It added 420,000 in the third quarter, up from 280,000 in the previous quarter.
BusinessTop news
Sweden’s Riksbank Raises Key Interest Rate to 2%, Signals More Increases May Follow
Borrowing will now become more expensive. For the first time since 2023, the Swedish Central Bank is raising its key interest rate. At the same time, it is signaling further increases. But we do not expect the rapid and clear rise in interest rates and inflation that we saw in 2022/23, says Riksbank Governor Erik Thedéen.
Business
Stockholm Stock Exchange Rebounds as Global Markets Rise After US Election Results
Stock markets around the world are rising following the US election results. The Stockholm Stock Exchange’s OMXS index is up 0.8 percent at lunchtime.
Business
US Midterm Election Result Could Boost Green Technology, but Not Bring Major Trade Policy Changes
The Democrats' landslide victory in the US midterm elections could boost green technology and hurt tech giants in the AI sector in the world's largest economy. But businesses should not count on drastic tariff cuts or a shift in foreign policy toward the EU and Sweden, says Johan Karlberg, US director at the semi-governmental Business Sweden.
Technology
Sweden’s Services PMI Falls to 55.7 in October as Cost Pressures Remain High
The purchasing managers’ index for the private services sector fell in October to 55.7, down from 57.3 the previous month.
Business
Hemnet replaces CEO Jonas Gustafsson as share price plunges 59% this year
Hemnet CEO Jonas Gustafsson is leaving today. His replacement will take over immediately.
Business
Novo Nordisk beats third-quarter expectations as Wegovy sales rise and outlook improves
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo beat market expectations in the third quarter. Sales of its weight-loss drug Wegovy, among other things, were stronger than expected.
Business
Democrats’ Midterm Election Win Sends US Stocks Lower and Weighs on Dollar
Stock markets are shaken and the dollar is falling after the Democrats’ unexpectedly clear victory in the US midterm elections, winning both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Technology stocks in Asia initially fell sharply but recovered most of their losses before closing. Futures trading on Wall Street has also turned upward.
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Sports
Škoda to reconsider World Championship sponsorship if Russia takes part after CAS ruling
The men's Ice Hockey World Championship's main sponsor, carmaker Škoda, says it will reconsider its sponsorship if Russia participates.
Ice hockeyTop news
Dejan Kulusevski returns to Sweden squad after nearly two years out with injury
Injuries have kept him out of the national team for almost two years. But now Tottenham star Dejan Kulusevski is back. He has had an incredibly tough time, says national team coach Graham Potter.
Football
Uefa Approves Standing Sections for Sweden’s Match Against Bosnia and Herzegovina, 2,500 More Tickets to Go on Sale
Uefa has given Sweden the green light for standing sections at the national stadium when Bosnia and Herzegovina visit. A further 2,500 tickets will go on sale, Aftonbladet reports.
Football
Malmö FF’s Andrej Djuric suspended for rest of season after headbutting Hammarby’s Nahir Besara
Malmö FF's Andrej Djuric headbutted Hammarby's Nahir Besara and was sent off. The Swedish Football Association's disciplinary committee has now announced that the MFF defender will be suspended for the rest of the season.
FootballTop news
Russia’s sports minister calls Sweden’s World Cup boycott stance “childish” after CAS ruling
There is turmoil in the ice hockey world after the CAS ruling allowing Russia to compete in the World Cup. Several countries, including Sweden, refuse to play against the Russian national team. Now Russia is responding. “It is childish,” says Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev.
Ice hockey
Dino Beganovic to replace Charles Leclerc in Brazilian Grand Prix practice
For the third time this season, Dino Beganovic will drive a Formula 1 car. The Swede will take part in the opening practice session at the Brazilian Grand Prix.
SportsTop news
Andreas Almgren returns home after New York marathon win: “I don’t want to think about running”
The King of New York is back home, in a country gripped by Almgren fever. “I’m coming home a different person,” says Andreas Almgren.
Sports
Spanish police open manslaughter investigation after footballer Jesús de Miguel dies
Spanish police have opened a preliminary investigation into involuntary manslaughter following the death of footballer Jesús de Miguel.
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Entertainment
David Druid steps down as Musikhjälpen presenter after private argument video surfaces
David Druid was due to host “Musikhjälpen”, but he is now stepping down from the major event. The decision was his own, according to Sveriges Radio. “David has made this decision, and I think it’s a wise one,” project manager Simon Rosenqvist told TT.
Music
Gothenburg’s Mount Rushmore: Four local stars recreated in chocolate sculpture
The US has Mount Rushmore, with the heads of four presidents carved in granite. Now Gothenburg has a similar monument, featuring four of the city’s biggest names - in chocolate.
Entertainment
Janosch, Author of Little Tiger and Little Bear Books, Dies at 95
Author and illustrator Janosch, whose real name was Horst Eckert, has died in Tenerife, according to several German media outlets. He was known for the 1978 children's book "Our Dreamland: A Tale of How the Little Bear and the Little Tiger Travel to Panama."
Entertainment
Andy Goldsworthy to Build Monumental Stone Wall Sculpture on Stockholm’s Djurgården
Leaves, ice and stone - British artist Andy Goldsworthy draws his materials from nature. Now he is creating a monumental stone wall for Princess Estelle’s Sculpture Park on Djurgården in Stockholm.
Entertainment
Nordic Museum Director Sanne Houby-Nielsen to Retire After Record Success of ‘Nordbor’ Exhibition
The director of the Nordic Museum, Sanne Houby-Nielsen, will leave her post this spring. She is retiring after serving as director since 2015 and launching the exhibition “Nordbor”, the biggest public success in the museum’s history.
Entertainment
Tor Wallin leaves De Vet Du after nearly 17 years in the group
De Vet Du is losing a member. Tor Wallin is leaving the group. “I’m incredibly grateful,” he writes on social media, according to Expressen.
Music
Marcus Berggren launches podcast investigating Gothenburg legends and mysteries
Comedian Marcus Berggren is launching a new Swedish Radio podcast about Gothenburg legends and mysteries. “Hisingens detektivbyrå” premieres on November 5.
Entertainment
Tone Schunnesson’s novel Ultravåld nominated for Adlibris Prize after missing August Prize list
Tone Schunnesson was not nominated for the August Prize. But now her novel “Ultravåld” has a chance to win another prize - one whose winners are chosen by readers.
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Hundreds of Scientists Warn EU Against Revising Nature Protection Rules
Plans to revise Natura 2000 and the EU’s Birds and Habitats Directives are drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups.
World
Škoda to reconsider World Championship sponsorship if Russia takes part after CAS ruling
The men's Ice Hockey World Championship's main sponsor, carmaker Škoda, says it will reconsider its sponsorship if Russia participates.
Ice hockey
Moldova Could Move Ahead of Ukraine in EU Membership Talks, Commission Says
Moldova may be able to advance faster than Ukraine on its path to EU membership. The European Commission hopes Montenegro could be formally invited as early as this summer.
World politics
Death toll from Russian double strike on Ukrainian aid collection point rises to 37
The death toll is rising after Monday’s Russian double strike on the community of Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region. As of Wednesday morning, 37 people had been confirmed dead.
Conflicts
Ukraine’s SBU officials implicated in alleged bribery scheme, anti-corruption agencies say
A “criminal group” has systematically bribed high-ranking Ukrainian law enforcement officials, the country’s anti-corruption agency Nabu reports.
World
David Druid steps down as Musikhjälpen presenter after private argument video surfaces
David Druid was due to host “Musikhjälpen”, but he is now stepping down from the major event. The decision was his own, according to Sveriges Radio. “David has made this decision, and I think it’s a wise one,” project manager Simon Rosenqvist told TT.
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Forest walks, mushroom season and museum afternoons
The forests turn gold, the crowds are gone and the museums have their new exhibitions. A good time for the cities, before the Christmas markets open.
- City guideIllustrative photo: César Couto / Unsplash
Stockholm
The capital on fourteen islands, where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic.Things to do 391Restaurants 355Museums 316 - The listPhoto: Hanay / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
The best museums in Stockholm
The Vasa Museum, Swedish Museum of Natural History and Cosmonova and 314 more316 museumsRanked - AttractionPhoto: Pudelek / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Drottningholm Palace
Go to see a royal palace, Chinese Pavilion and palace theatre within one UNESCO-listed site.Stockholm - Wed 4 NovIllustrative photo: RitaE / Pixabay
The Art of Noh: Talk and Demonstration
Museum of Ethnography, StockholmStage and film17:30 to 19:00
Event data: Visit Stockholm, Stockholm Business Region AB (CC BY 4.0)
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