Talang gets new format when it returns to TV4 in early 2027
When "Talang" returns to TV4 in early 2027, it will have a new format, reports Aftonbladet.
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Gary Oldman Says He Loves Slow Horses as Apple TV Series Prepares for Season 6
Fragile people without Bond glamour. "Slow Horses" lacks dry martinis, casino settings and flashy sports cars. And that's exactly why the series has become so popular, according to Gary Oldman.
TV & film
Widow's Bay breaks Emmys comedy record with 14 wins
“Widow's Bay” was the big winner at the Emmys. The horror comedy took home 14 awards, the most ever in a season for a comedy series. Jean Smart also made history with her fifth consecutive Emmy for the HBO series “Hacks.”
TV & film
Bob Mackie, designer behind Cher and Madonna looks, dies at 87
Bob Mackie, the designer who dressed celebrities such as Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner and Diana Ross and defined 1970s Hollywood glamour, has died at the age of 87.
TV & film
Paramount Threatens to Leave Los Angeles as Warner Bros. Deal Faces Legal Blockade
Los Angeles' identity as the heart of the film world is at stake if media giant Paramount moves out of the city, the Los Angeles Times reports.
TV & film
Israel culture minister seeks to identify anonymous military whistleblowers behind Gaza documentary
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar wants to identify and investigate the anonymous military sources who appear in the acclaimed documentary "Naza".
TV & film
Blizzcon 2026 announces new World of Warcraft, Diablo V and Starcraft game plans
Game developer Blizzard's major gaming event Blizzcon offered several news items, including new entries in classic game series, according to Gamesradar, among others.
TV & film
Anders Hansen says loneliness can be as dangerous as smoking in new SVT series
Anders Hansen's new SVT series is about the importance of the group and the risk of loneliness. Some researchers believe it is as dangerous as smoking, he says ahead of the series' September 15 premiere.
TV & film
Israeli culture minister calls award-winning filmmakers traitors, seeks to revoke citizenship
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar has launched a harsh attack on Israeli documentary filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, who won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival for the film "Naza".
TV & film
Danish drama Woman Unknown wins Venice Film Festival’s Golden Lion
The Danish drama film "Woman Unknown" wins the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. The film was the only one in this year’s competition directed by a woman.
TV & film
Julia Franzén eliminated from Let's Dance after slow foxtrot falls flat
Despite intensive coaching during the week by dance professional and jury member Malin Watson, Julia Franzén's slow foxtrot did not go down well with either the jury or the audience.
TV & film
Steven Knight says first draft of new Bond film is complete
The enormous interest surrounding James Bond has largely revolved around who will take over the role of 007 after Daniel Craig, while the script question has largely been overlooked.
TV & film
Prime Video uses AI to sync lip movements in dubbed shows and films
Amazon's streaming service Prime Video has begun using AI to make dubbed versions of TV series and movies look more realistic.
TV & film
Pierce Brosnan dismisses Mobland feud as a storm in a teacup
Pierce Brosnan is now commenting on reports of the row that nearly got Tom Hardy fired from the TV series "Mobland." "Oh, it was a storm in a teacup," Brosnan told Deadline at the gala premiere in London.
TV & film
Elon Musk hits back at Alex Gibney after director calls him corrupt, says his films are boring
Elon Musk hits back at documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney after the director called Musk corrupt. "He's a bitter old man," Musk writes on X.
TV & film
New film Naza shows Israeli soldiers’ testimony on AI-led targeting in Gaza
The new film "Naza" shows the testimony of Israeli soldiers about the killing in Gaza.
TV & film
BBC ends RuPaul’s Drag Race UK after eight seasons amid cost cuts
SVT is not the only public service broadcaster forced to cancel programs because of savings.
TV & film
Minister posts raw SVT interview, drawing criticism over media attacks
Carl-Oskar Bohlin, Minister for Civil Defense, has not only criticized journalists. When he was interviewed by SVT, he recorded the interview himself and posted it in full on YouTube. It is extremely dangerous for a politician, a minister and a Minister for Civil Defense to do that, says Åsa Wikforss.
TV & film
D’Angelo’s son Swayvo Twain to play Biggie in Snoop Dogg biopic
Soul artist D'Angelo's son, Michael D'Angelo Archer Jr., will play Biggie in the upcoming film about Snoop Dogg.
TV & film
Mischa Billing leaves Sweden's Master Chef after more than 10 years
After more than ten years on the jury of "Sweden's Master Chef", Mischa Billing is leaving the program, TV4 News reports.
TV & film
Gina-Lee Fahlén Ronander to Play Erica Falck in New Camilla Läckberg Series
Gina-Lee Fahlén Ronander plays the role of true-crime author Erica Falck in the new Camilla Läckberg series on SVT next year.
TV & film
Sinkhole Opens in Front of Nicolas Cage’s Malibu Beach House, Swallows Driveway
A giant hole opened up right in front of movie star Nicolas Cage's beach house in Malibu, swallowing the entire driveway.
TV & film
Iraq’s Oscar Submission Faces Rejection in Norway, Director Says
One of the most talked-about films at this year’s festival is the Norwegian-Kurdish-Swedish "No Paradise if You Are Killed by a Woman". It has been selected as Iraq's Oscar entry and is drawing a lot of attention in Norway. But director Halkawt Mustafa is extremely disappointed with the Norwegian Film Institute.
TV & film
SVT marks 70 years with archive specials and viewer vote on Sverige Live
SVT is celebrating its 70th anniversary this fall by opening the archives and staging a big vote on "Sverige Live." We will choose the viewers' favorite clips, says SVT CEO Anne Lagercrantz.
TV & film
Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine to open Stockholm Film Festival
Martin McDonagh's acclaimed thriller-comedy "Wild Horse Nine" will open the Stockholm Film Festival.
TV & film
South Park says it will be renamed South America in Trump jab
The TV series "South Park" will be renamed "South America" for the new season, the series' creators said in a statement that was interpreted as a jab at President Donald Trump.
TV & film
Ernst Kirchsteiger makes TV comeback with Christmas with Ernst on TV4
Ernst Kirchsteiger said goodbye to TV4 last year. But now he's making a comeback. "I'm really looking forward to it," he says in a press release.
TV & film
SVT CEO on criticism of reality shows: We want to stir emotions
SVT CEO Anne Lagercrantz responds to criticism of the reality shows "Silent Attraction" and "Married at First Sight XL". We want to stir emotions and engagement, she tells TT.
TV & film
Alex Gibney says Elon Musk is extremely dangerous to democracy in new documentary Musk
In a four-hour film, world-renowned documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney tells the story of Elon Musk. Elon Musk is extremely dangerous to democracy in the US and around the world, Gibney tells TT.
TV & film
Elon Musk documentary by Alex Gibney releases trailer ahead of Venice premiere
A trailer has been released for Alex Gibney's documentary about the world's richest man, Elon Musk, ahead of its world premiere on Tuesday at the Venice Film Festival, reports The Wrap, among others.
TV & film
SVT Delays Publication of Minister Carl-Oskar Bohlin Interview Until After Election
The Minister for Civil Defense, Carl-Oskar Bohlin (M), has criticized SVT after an interview that dealt with criticism by those in power of the media. Now SVT is choosing to postpone publication of the interview, reports the trade magazine Journalisten.
TV & film
Rob Reiner Wins Posthumous Emmy for The Bear Guest Appearance
Nine months after his death, actor and director Rob Reiner has received an honorary Emmy for his guest appearance in the television series "The Bear."
TV & film
Why Finnish films draw far more domestic cinema audiences than Swedish films
Finnish films attract a much larger domestic cinema audience than Swedish films do in Sweden.
TV & film
Stephen Fry appointed patron of Primate Society of Great Britain, succeeding Jane Goodall
Actor and comedian Sir Stephen Fry has been appointed the new patron of the Primate Society of Great Britain, succeeding primatologist and chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall, who died last year.
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Explosion damages apartment building entrance in Malmö’s Rosengård district, no injuries reported
Something has exploded 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 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.
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Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers after losing Michigan Senate primary
Democrat Haley Stevens lost the Michigan Senate primary to Abdul El-Sayed. Stevens is now endorsing the state's Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politics
Exit polls show Ilijana Jotova set to win Bulgaria’s presidential election
President Ilijana Jotova looks set to win Bulgaria’s election. According to two exit polls, she is expected to receive between 51 and 53 percent of the vote.
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.
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.
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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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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
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 hailed after New York Marathon win: ‘It’s actually impossible’
Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon on 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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Andreas Almgren wins New York City Marathon on his debut, qualifies for 2028 Olympics
Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede crushed the opposition to win the major race on his marathon debut in a time of 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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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.
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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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