Edward Blom may become Sweden's stupidest when the program returns to TV4
Edward Blom, Linnéa Wikblad and Dogge Doggelito all risk becoming "Sweden's dumbest" when the program returns to TV4.
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This week's movies and series - Steven Spielberg's new alien film starring Josh O'Connor
Steven Spielberg's new alien movie is coming to theaters, starring Josh O'Connor - who is also in the other big premiere of the week. Here are this week's movies and series.
TV & film
Marianne & Sigvard Bernadotte scholarship for 2026 awarded to Alva Bratt
Actor Alva Bratt receives the Marianne & Sigvard Bernadotte scholarship for 2026.
TV & film
Avicii documentary director Levan Tsikurishvili acquitted of gross defamation
Arash "Ash" Pournouri sued Avicii director Levan Tsikurishvili for gross defamation. Now Tsikurishvili has been acquitted, Expressen reports.
TV & film
IFS creator: SVT wrong to pull Nick Alinia episode
It is wrong for SVT to pull the episode with Nick Alinia, writes Michael Lindgren, creator of the SVT program "Immigrants for Swedes," in a debate article in Expressen.
TV & film
SVT pulls IFS - Immigrants for Swedes episode after criticism of right-wing activist Nick Alinia
SVT pulls an episode of its program "IFS - Immigrants for Swedes" after strong criticism of right-wing activist Nick Alinia's participation.
TV & film
Sonja Rudqvist is this year's Robinson winner
After weeks of hunger, alliances and extreme weather, Sonja Rudqvist took home the victory in TV4's "Robinson". "There wasn't a single second during the entire competition that was hard for me," she tells TT.
TV & film
Children and young people can join the Scen och Film stage union
Children and young people should also be able to become members of the Scen och Film union.
TV & film
Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor Anthony Head dies at 72
Actor Anthony Head, best known for his role in the television series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," has died, according to American media reports.
TV & film
SVT says breakdown in routines after booking of Nick Alinia
After several dropouts and strong criticism of the program "IFS - Immigrants for Swedes" - for booking right-wing activist Nick Alinia as a panel member, SVT now admits that there was a "breakdown in procedures".
TV & film
They return to Farmer Seeks Wife for second season
In the upcoming fall season of "Farmer Seeks Wife - Second Season," former participants will get a new chance to find love with the help of host Linda Lindorff, TV4 announced in a press release.
TV & film
Top Gun actor James Handy stabbed to death in Los Angeles
Veteran actor James Handy, known for films such as "Top Gun: Maverick" and "Jumanji," is suspected to have been murdered by his girlfriend's son, Variety reports.
TV & film
Right-wing radical Nick Alinia causes more people to leave SVT programs
The presenter Amie Bramme Sey is also now leaving the SVT program "IFS - Immigrants for Swedes," according to Expressen. This follows the invitation of right-wing radical Nick Alinia to the program.
TV & film
Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi has died
French-Iranian artist, director, and cartoonist Marjane Satrapi has died, AFP reports. Satrapi was best known for her graphic novel and film "Persepolis."
TV & film
New Viaplay series Mafia will premiere this fall
It is now clear that "Mafia," which explores how organized crime took off in Sweden, will premiere this fall.
TV & film
Comedian Ahmed Berhan switches from SVT to TV4
Comedian Ahmed Berhan will be the new host of the competition show "The Challenge Sweden," which will return to TV4 Play this fall.
TV & film
The King says the TV series Queen Silvia feels terrible
"Queen Silvia" is the name of Prime Video's TV series about the love story of the Swedish royal couple. "I think it feels terrible," the king tells DN in an interview.
TV & film
Shia LaBeouf pleads guilty to three counts of minor assault in New Orleans
Actor Shia LaBeouf pleaded guilty to three counts of minor assault in New Orleans earlier this year, according to several American media outlets.
TV & film
Right-wing radical participates in SVT program - profile leaves
Podcaster Julia Frändfors is leaving the SVT program "Immigrants for Swedes" after it emerged that right-wing radical debater Nick Alinia would participate in an upcoming season, ETC writes.
TV & film
After Kinski's complaint, Wenders stops screenings of his film False Movement
Wim Wenders is halting all screenings of his film "False Movement." The decision comes after an appeal by Nastassja Kinski, who appears half-naked in the film when she was 13.
TV & film
New documentary about Carola premieres in cinemas this summer
A new documentary about one of Sweden's most beloved artists is coming to cinemas this summer. "Carola!" premieres on August 21.
TV & film
This week's movies and series - He-Man is back
After "Barbie", "He-Man" is back on the big screen - and on TV comes the much-talked-about drama about former England national team captain Gareth Southgate. Here are this week's movies and series.
TV & film
Here are the new participants in SVT's Hotel Romantik
SVT's "Hotel Romantik" is back with 24 new seniors - twelve men and twelve women - who are looking for love.
TV & film
Swedish cinema decisive for smaller towns
Last year was challenging for Swedish cinemas - and, according to statistics from the Swedish Film Institute, the range of Swedish films is absolutely crucial to attracting audiences across the country.
TV & film
Why are children so kind? Watch Summer Vacation on SVT
If you're wondering this summer why the kids have become so nice to each other, the answer may be in SVT's "Summer Vacation" (Sommarskuggan). Malin Olsson and the rest of the gang are gearing up to build Sweden's largest friends' club.
TV & film
Doctor Glas to be shown at Swedish Film Festival on Capri
Some of the most notable Swedish films of the past year are the main focus of this year's edition of Swedish Film Goes Capri.
TV & film
Carolina Gynning is the new presenter for Farmen on TV4
Carolina Gynning takes over from Anna Brolin as the new host of "Farmen" on TV4. "I'm so happy about this. I can't think of a better summer job," Gynning says on TV4's "News Morning."
TV & film
Couture: Film from the fashion world wants to raise awareness about cancer
In "Couture," director Alice Winocour depicts the fate of three women during Paris' glamorous but merciless fashion week. One of the main characters - played by Angelina Jolie - learns she has cancer. "This is not a film about fashion," Winocour tells TT.
TV & film
New twist in court for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni as Lively seeks legal fees
Actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reached a settlement in a case alleging sexual harassment, among other claims, less than a month ago. Now the parties are back in court.
TV & film
Stranger Things stars Maya Hawke and Nell Fisher reunite in new Netflix series The God of the Woods
"Stranger Things" stars Maya Hawke and Nell Fisher are reuniting in an upcoming Netflix series.
TV & film
Guide: The Movies You Can't Miss This Summer
The couple, Zendaya and Tom Holland, star in the two hottest movies - "The Odyssey" and "Spider-Man: Brand New Day". In addition, the toys take on a tablet in "Toy Story 5" and Steven Spielberg features aliens in "Disclosure Day". Here are the movies you can’t miss this summer.
TV & film
Hanna Friberg will host Bachelor in Paradise on TV4 Play
Influencer Hanna Friberg will be the new host of "Bachelor in Paradise" on TV4 Play, Expressen reports.
TV & film
Peter Siepen joins the government's new council against ageism
Disc jockey and former TV host Peter Siepen will help the government in its work to combat ageism.
TV & film
First-come, first-served principle abolished for film production incentives
The government is abolishing the first-come, first-served principle for the so-called production incentives for the film industry.
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Explosion Outside Apartment Building in Malmö's Rosengård Damages Entrance and Window
An explosion has occurred outside the entrance to an apartment building in Rosengård, Malmö, police say.
Crime
Woman in her 60s found dead in Ludvika home, man arrested on suspicion of murder
Police are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
Crime
10-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Motocross Accident Near Kalmar, Admitted to Intensive Care
A 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.
Sweden
Ida Gabrielsson: Left Party will not drop demand to join a red-green government
The 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 politics
Amazon Rainforest Now Emits More Carbon Dioxide Than It Absorbs, Study Finds
After decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
Sweden
Crustacean Scent Could Warn of Toxic Algal Blooms Up to Seven Weeks in Advance
The 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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World
Zelenskyy: Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries if US supplies Patriot missiles
Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries if the United States supplies Kyiv with Patriot missiles, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Fox News.
Conflicts
Ukraine’s Air Force Says Air-Raid Alert App Was Hacked After False Radiation Warning
The 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.
Conflicts
Defeated Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race
Democrat 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 politics
Iliana Jotova wins Bulgaria’s presidential election with 58% of the vote
Bulgaria’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.
Conflicts
Israeli President Urges Party Leaders to Accept Election Results and Avoid Snap Vote
The 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 politics
Fighting Forces More Than 300,000 People to Flee Their Homes in Yemen, UN Says
The 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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Business
AI Stocks Slide as Investors Question Big Tech’s Trillion-Dollar Spending
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.
Technology
Handelsbanken forecast points to cheaper holidays abroad in 2027
Handelsbanken'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.
Business
Swedish Bankruptcies Fall 15% in October to Lowest Level in Five Years
The number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
BusinessTop news
How Trump Could Respond if Republicans Lose Control of Congress, Analysts Warn of Tariff Threats
The 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.
Business
EU weighs new taxes to fund 2028-2034 budget as Sweden resists
The 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?
Business
FBI Blames North Korean Hackers for $6.3 Billion Binance Heist as Withdrawals Resume
Binance 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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Sports
Kimi Antonelli Becomes Youngest Formula 1 World Champion at 20
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.
Sports
Andreas Almgren’s New York Marathon win could open the door to millions in sponsorships and appearance fees
Victory 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.
Sports
Andoni Iraola says Alexander Isak should go to ground to win penalties after Arsenal beat Liverpool
Reigning 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.
Football
Andreas Almgren hailed after historic New York Marathon debut: ‘It’s actually impossible’
Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon in his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
Sports
15 arrested after unrest in stands leaves police and spectators injured in Gothenburg derby
Both 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.
Football
Växjö Fire Head Coach Björn Hellkvist After Poor Start to SHL Season
Växjö 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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Top news
David Druid to Take Break From Swedish Radio’s Morgonpasset i P3 After Videos Surface
Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
Entertainment
Heat director Michael Mann taken to hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at Los Angeles shooting range
American film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & film
Linda Johansson’s Smoke wins the Children’s Radio Book Prize
The 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.
Entertainment
Heidi Klum Wows at Her Halloween Party as a Giant Severed Hand
Heidi 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.
Entertainment
Married at First Sight XL asks Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman to leave mid-season
There 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 & film
Two contestants eliminated as Idol begins Saturday finals
After two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Living in Sweden
Sweden's All Saints' Day falls on Halloween in 2026
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 Sweden
Skogskyrkogården’s 2026 programme and opening details
In 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 Sweden
Sweden Now Has the World’s Most Powerful Passport, New Ranking Shows.
Sweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
Sweden
Strawberries will be extra expensive for Midsummer celebrations
There 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.
Sweden
Swedish pick and mix candy Conquers the USA
Swedish 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 Sweden
Sweden's World Cup Team: Expected Starting Lineup, Squad, and Clubs
Sweden 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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