Swedish actress Frida Gustavsson in the new season of The White Lotus
Swedish actress Frida Gustavsson and Norwegian actor Tobias Santelmann are among the cast in the new season of "The White Lotus".
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SVT discontinues interview program 30 minutes with Anders Holmberg
SVT News is discontinuing the interview program "30 minutes" with Anders Holmberg.
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Savings package at SVT - popular programs are being discontinued
SVT is not receiving any compensation from the government - and is now cutting 141 jobs and canceling popular programs to cope with the economic situation. "I am very disappointed that we are not receiving any information," SVT CEO Anne Lagercrantz told TT.
TV & film
Tomb Raider filming halted - star Sophie Turner injured
Filming on the new "Tomb Raider" series has been halted after lead actress Sophie Turner was injured.
TV & film
Bagge on his dementia choir in SVT: Very heavy
"It was one of the most important things I did in my life. I would do it again any day of the week, but it was also very hard to leave the recording sessions," Anders Bagge says about the new SVT series 'Dementia Choir'.
TV & film
Kim Novak says casting Sydney Sweeney in Scandalous movie is too sexy
Kim Novak is unhappy with the casting of Sydney Sweeney to portray her in the upcoming movie "Scandalous!" "I would never have approved of it. She sticks out so much from the waist up," Novak said.
TV & film
Agnieszka Holland believes Kafka is increasingly relevant
Can classic novels help us in today's turmoil? That's what Polish director Agnieszka Holland believes. She is currently working on a new film about Franz Kafka. She believes Kafka's portrayal of society is becoming increasingly relevant.
TV & film
Bibi Rödöö revealed as new participant on The Traitors
Bibi Rödöö - program director of "Summer" on Swedish Radio - is another name revealed by TV4 ahead of the next season of "The Traitors".
TV & film
Film director Alexander Kluge dies, paved the way for German film wave
German film director and author Alexander Kluge has died at the age of 94, Variety reports, citing his publisher.
TV & film
TV4 brings in new temporary jury of four influencers on Idol
TV4 is bringing in a new type of jury on "Idol." Four influencers will form a "temporary jury," reports Expressen.
TV & film
Green light for Nobel Center - building permit approved
The building permit for the new Nobel Center in Stockholm was approved in a vote on Thursday, reports SVT News Culture.
TV & film
Jonna Lundell in next season of The Traitors
YouTube star Jonna Lundell and comedian Torbjörn Averås Skorup are two new names revealed by TV4 ahead of the next season of "The Traitors".
TV & film
Russian court bans Oscar-winning documentary Mr Nobody Against Putin
A Russian court has banned Russian streaming services from showing film director Pavel Talankin's Oscar-winning documentary "Mr Nobody Against Putin."
TV & film
Daniél Espinosa directs new SVT drama about EncroChat
Diamant Salihu's book "When No One Listens", about how the legal system cracked the encrypted service EncroChat, will be made into a TV series for SVT, directed by Daniél Espinosa, Expressen reports.
TV & film
Netflix series awakened Joel Kinnaman after 15 years in Scandinavia
When Joel Kinnaman worked in Scandinavia for the first time in 15 years, it was an awakening. "It was a realization that sank in, that I have a switch in Swedish that I haven't used," he tells TT.
TV & film
New Harry Potter TV series to premiere this Christmas
The new Harry Potter TV series will premiere this Christmas, when the first eight episodes will be shown.
TV & film
Jennifer Garner to co-produce new version of 13 Going on 30 for Netflix
Jennifer Garner will co-produce a new version of the romantic comedy "13, Almost 30" for Netflix. She starred in the original in 2004.
TV & film
Jamie Lee Curtis takes on Lansbury's iconic role as Jessica Fletcher
Jamie Lee Curtis will be solving crimes when the well-known TV series "Murder and No Tales" is adapted into a Christmas movie. The original series aired for twelve seasons - starring Angela Lansbury as mystery writer Jessica Fletcher.
TV & film
TV4's last hello dies - Håkan Iwar, aged 50
TV4's longtime presenter Håkan Iwar has died at age 50, TV4 Nyheterna reports.
TV & film
The Great Elk Migration is back this year, live on SVT Play from April 22
It has become a world-famous television tradition - the live broadcast of the moose migration on SVT. Now it is clear when the cameras will start following the king of the forest this year.
TV & film
Isabella Rossellini's Green Porno and other short films at Wanås in Skåne
Isabella Rossellini's short films about "animal mating rituals, seduction strategies, and parenthood" are being shown for the first time in the Nordic countries - at Wanås in Skåne.
TV & film
This week's movies and series - Harry Hole solves murder
The Norwegian detective phenomenon Harry Hole is coming to Netflix, and in cinemas the much-talked-about Tourette's drama "I Swear" is premiering. Here are this week's films and series.
TV & film
New The Lord of the Rings movie in the works by Stephen Colbert
Several new films in the "Lord of the Rings" universe are in the works - one of them is being written by talk show host Stephen Colbert, who will soon be unemployed.
TV & film
Podcast host grills Sweden's party leaders on SVT
Emil Persson grills famous Swedes in the podcast "Fördomspodden". This spring, Sweden's party leaders will be exposed to his prejudices.
TV & film
Edvin Endre to star in Swedish The Crown series about Queen Silvia
Prime Video is making a drama series about the love story between Queen Silvia and King Carl Gustaf.
TV & film
Actress Valerie Perrine has died
Valerie Perrine, best known for her roles in the Dustin Hoffman film Lenny and the 1978 Superman film starring Christopher Reeve, has died, US media report.
TV & film
Christina Schollin receives Swedish Cinema Owners' Association honorary award for 2026
The actress Christina Schollin receives the Swedish Cinema Owners' Association's honorary award for 2026.
TV & film
Netflix denies telling filmmakers to repeat and simplify content for viewers scrolling on phones
Netflix denies claims that it has instructed filmmakers to repeat and simplify content to meet viewers' shrinking attention spans.
TV & film
Nicholas Brendon, Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor, dead
Actor Nicholas Brendon - known for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" - has died, his family told The Hollywood Reporter.
TV & film
Fake news in acclaimed documentary about George Orwell
George Orwell's book "1984" was published in 1949. The book, and not least its title, has since become a symbol of dictatorships and surveillance societies. Raoul Peck's acclaimed documentary film "Orwell: 2+2=5" is about the book, its author, and its history.
TV & film
ABC cancels The Bachelorette season after 2023 assault video
ABC is canceling the entire upcoming season of “The Bachelorette” three days before its premiere. In a newly released 2023 clip, the series’ main character assaults her then-partner while her daughter watches.
TV & film
Confirmed: Mona Sahlin joins The Traitors
Another well-known politician will appear on "The Traitors". Former Social Democratic leader Mona Sahlin is ready for TV4's ratings hit.
TV & film
Labubu dolls will be made into a feature film
The hugely popular Labubu dolls are being made into a feature film.
TV & film
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 Back Down on Demand to Join Government
The Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
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.
Sweden
Man in His 20s Detained on Suspicion of Rape in Umeå
A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape in Umeå, police said.
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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.
Conflicts
325 Arrested at London Protest in Support of Banned Palestine Action Group
British police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
Conflicts
French prosecutors open attempted murder investigation after Molotov cocktail attack on gendarmes in Paris
French prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
World
Portuguese Police Clash With Housing Protesters as Camps Are Cleared in Lisbon and Porto
Portuguese police have stormed tent camps in Lisbon and Porto set up in protest against soaring housing prices. Thirteen people have been arrested, and several are reported to have been injured.
Conflicts
Germany calls for harsh punishments after violence at Gen Z protests
Violence broke out in several places in Germany in connection with large demonstrations on Saturday. There are now calls for harsh punishments for those responsible. The rioters and looters will be identified and held accountable. This violence must be met with harsh punishments, says Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt.
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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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Arsenal Beat Liverpool at Anfield for First Time in 14 Years to Go Top of Premier League
Reigning champions Arsenal sit alone at the top of the Premier League. The London club beat Liverpool, featuring Alexander Isak, 1-0 - Arsenal’s first win at Anfield in 14 years.
Football
Andreas Almgren’s New York Marathon debut hailed as an “impossible” achievement
Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon - on his marathon debut. It’s practically impossible, says running icon Anders Gärderud to Radiosporten.
Sports
Gothenburg derby halted after unrest in stands, several arrested
The Swedish football derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg was halted after unrest broke out in the stands. Several people were 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.
Ice hockeyTop news
Andreas Almgren Wins New York Marathon in Stunning Debut, Qualifies for 2028 Olympics
Andreas Almgren wins the New York Marathon. The Swede dominated the race, winning the major event in his marathon debut in 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Sports
Hammarby thrash Uppsala 7-0, but Häcken can clinch the title on Monday
Hammarby beat Swedish champions Uppsala 7–0 away, as expected. Despite the win, Häcken can secure the league title on its own on Monday.
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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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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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