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Name a controversial opinion that you believe is harmful to society, but which should still be protected by freedom of expression. That is film director Ruben Östlund's question to cultural politicians. He is the next person to appear in TT's summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections.
TV & filmA two-part film series about Charles de Gaulle has become a real summer hit in France.
TV & filmSwedish director Amanda Kernell's new film "Make the Heart Hard" will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
TV & filmJust over 2.1 million viewers watched Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on TV4.
TV & filmAfter 104 episodes - or matches - the summer’s big series, the World Cup, is now coming to an end. Here are five TV series for those who think life has become more boring.
TV & filmSVT’s big summer series "Svärtan" is a story about 80s youth - with supernatural elements. It’s like a mix between "Stand by Me" and "Stranger Things," says lead actor Linus Rogsgård.
TV & filmChristopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" exceeded expectations during its opening weekend. The film grossed the equivalent of more than 2.5 billion kronor globally.
TV & filmAfter 104 episodes - or matches - the summer's big series, the World Cup, is now coming to an end. Here are five TV series for those who think life has become a little more boring.
TV & filmIrish actor Brenda Fricker has died, aged 81, writes the BBC.
TV & filmActor Ryan Hurst will no longer play Kratos in Prime Video's upcoming series "God of War."
TV & filmIn our summer series, we asked some cultural and entertainment personalities to tell us about a cultural experience that shook them. At the Venice Biennale, Swedish sculptor Klara Kristalova was given a new perspective on naked women in art.
TV & filmAccording to the critics database Rotten Tomatoes, Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic has 96 percent positive reviews, which is better than both "Oppenheimer" (93) and "The Dark Knight" (94), reports NME.
TV & filmA woman who appeared in "A Place in the Sun" died in the forest fire in Spain. Barely a week later, TV4 aired the episode with her - which sparked reactions among viewers. Now the channel regrets that it happened.
TV & filmA writer is suspected of murdering his mistress, and his betrayed wife steps in as his defense attorney. Actors Filip Berg and Aliette Opheim, who portray the couple in "Tills döden skiljer oss", got together during filming.
TV & filmA lightsaber from the "Star Wars" film "The Empire Strikes Back" has been sold for the equivalent of almost 36 million kronor at auction, the auction house said in a press release.
TV & filmMatt Damon sails off in a huge Norwegian Viking ship in Christopher Nolan's new film adaptation of "The Odyssey," NTB writes. Damon also had to learn to row.
TV & filmCanadian actor Hudson William allegedly threatened a couple of fans by burning their autographs.
TV & filmLinnea Berthelsen, who appeared in the TV series "Stranger Things," is making her London stage debut.
TV & filmDirector Andy Serkis is defending the fact that the actors cast so far in his new “Lord of the Rings” film are all white.
TV & filmThe classic horror film "A Nightmare on Elm Street" may soon scare a new generation of horror fans.
TV & filmDespite Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in a viral wig, the feature film version of "Moana" got off to an unexpectedly slow start, writes Variety.
TV & filmSveriges Radio is forced to change the schedule for two of its summer speakers. Joel Kinnaman has been given a new TV role and will miss his recording deadline.
TV & filmActor Sam Neill, known for roles in films such as "Jurassic Park" and "Ivanhoe," has died. "Sam was surrounded by family and passed away with the same dignity that characterized his entire life," the family wrote on Instagram.
TV & filmDespite all the success and awards, Christopher Nolan is still nervous every time the director is about to show a new film to the world. "I feel the pressure. Releasing the film is incredibly exciting, but at the same time it is very scary for all of us," he says before the premiere of "The Odyssey".
TV & filmThe "Farmen" filming was shot at by people on quad bikes on Friday night, something Aftonbladet was the first to report. "It was very unpleasant and scary," says Joel Bendrik, executive producer at Farmen, to TV4.
TV & filmBritish-Jamaican actor Micheal Ward is acquitted of rape and other sexual offenses he allegedly committed in 2023.
TV & filmJust in time for his 88th birthday, Carl Johan De Geer is receiving this year’s Gannevik Scholarship for his film art, “which for more than six decades has teased, amused and challenged.” “I’m going to celebrate with steak frites! It makes me very happy that my films are getting attention,” says the multi-artist.
TV & filmThe streaming giant has already expanded from movies and TV series to games, podcasts and live events. As part of the same effort, Netflix will now also deliver shorter clips with lifestyle and news content, Variety reports.
TV & filmThe hospital drama "The Pitt" and the comedy series "Hacks" have the most nominations for this year’s Emmy Awards. The American series received 25 and 24 nominations respectively when they were announced on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Rob Reiner was nominated posthumously for his role in "The Bear."
TV & film"Marie Antoinette" was released in 2006. Now a documentary is coming out that depicts the filming of the hit film - which was shot by the film's director Sofia Coppola's mother, Eleanor Coppola, reports The Wrap.
TV & filmSettler nostalgia is thriving in popular culture, with “tradwife” influencers and a remake of “Little House on the Prairie.” I really don’t think we should underestimate the idea of wiping everything old away and starting over, says film critic Caroline Hainer.
TV & filmThe film in which Armie Hammer plays a man who murders Muslims, police officers and innocents will soon be released as a game for the PlayStation 5, according to director Uwe Boll's X account.
TV & filmDavid Chase, the creator of “The Sopranos,” the groundbreaking series about the Italian-American mafia, is working on two new projects about LSD, Variety reports.
TV & filmHow should the value of culture be restored? That is sculptor Klara Kristalova's question to cultural politicians. She is one of three artists in the Nordic pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale and the next person in TT’s summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections. Here are the cultural politicians’ answers:
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An explosion has occurred outside the entrance to an apartment building in Rosengård, Malmö, police say.
CrimePolice are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
CrimeA ten-year-old boy has been injured in an accident at a motocross track outside Kalmar. He has been admitted to the intensive care unit, Barometern reports.
SwedenThe Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice-chair Ida Gabrielsson says on X. The parties’ red lines must be softened if a government is to be formed, Social Democrat Anders Ygeman says.
Swedish politicsAfter decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
SwedenThe scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
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Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries if the United States supplies Kyiv with Patriot missiles, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Fox News.
ConflictsThe Ukrainian Air Force is warning citizens that an air-raid alert app has been hacked. “There is no radiation threat! Stay calm!” the air force wrote in a message.
ConflictsDemocrat Haley Stevens lost the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat to Abdul El-Sayed. She is now endorsing the state’s Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politicsBulgaria’s incumbent president, Iliana Jotova, will remain in office. “Bulgaria chose the future over the past. They chose a clear path,” Jotova said in her victory speech.
ConflictsThe rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politicsThe flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
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The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
TechnologyHandelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
BusinessThe number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
BusinessThe decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessThe European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
BusinessBinance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
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Super talent Kimi Antonelli is the youngest world champion in Formula 1 history. His third-place finish at the Mexican Grand Prix also makes the 20-year-old Italy’s first world champion in 73 years. “It’s a day I’ll remember forever,” says Antonelli.
SportsVictory in the New York Marathon brings nearly one million kronor in prize money. But the big money is likely still to come for Andreas Almgren after his success. “All doors will open,” says his manager, Daniel Wessfeldt.
SportsReigning champions Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 away in the Premier League. Afterwards, Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola said that striker Alexander Isak needs to start going to ground.
FootballAndreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon in his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
SportsBoth police officers and spectators were injured when unrest broke out in the stands during the Allsvenskan derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg. A total of 15 people have been arrested.
FootballVäxjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
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Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
EntertainmentAmerican film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & filmThe year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
EntertainmentHeidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
EntertainmentThere has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
TV & filmAfter two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in SwedenSweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
SwedenThere are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
SwedenSwedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in SwedenSweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
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