Elections, governments and diplomacy around the world, and what they mean for Sweden.
Iran wants the US to pay war reparations as part of a future peace settlement. The US president rejects that - and instead says he intends to demand money from Iran in the peace negotiations.
World politicsNew York politician Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is freezing her eggs ahead of the 2028 US election. She says she is not ruling out running for president.
World politicsThe war-critical Russian opposition party Yabloko is being barred from running in this fall's parliamentary elections, Russia's Supreme Court has announced.
World politicsSix gang members have been killed in military raids in Colombia this weekend, according to the country’s newly elected President Abelardo de la Espriella.
World politicsDonald Trump says he has partially changed tactics against Iran and that the US is now using a "restrained" tactic.
World politicsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says he recently met with Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not been seen in public since he was injured on the first day of the war.
World politicsFlávio Bolsonaro - the son of Brazil's jailed former president - is a leading candidate in this fall's presidential election. But a family feud and his close relationship with Donald Trump could hurt his chances of winning.
World politicsColombia is experiencing its worst wave of violence in a decade. Newly elected President Abelardo de la Espriella's first day in office was marked by two bombings. A police officer was killed.
World politicsDonald Trump's former lawyer Todd Blanche has been confirmed by the Senate as the new attorney general.
World politicsColombia's new Trump-loyal president Abelardo de la Espriella promises economic austerity and a tougher crackdown on drug traffickers. Washington is showing its approval with billions in aid.
World politicsThe EU is placing five Russian business leaders in the defense and arms industry on its sanctions list, the union’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced.
World politicsA U.S. appeals court is requiring President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval for the construction of a ballroom at the White House. In the meantime, construction is being halted. Trump says he plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.
World politicsPeru and Mexico are resuming diplomatic relations after a month-long rift, the countries announced in a joint statement.
World politicsAfter several years in exile, opposition politician Dinorah Figuera has returned to Venezuela. Talks between the government and the opposition began on Thursday about the country's political future.
World politicsVeteran Republican Senator Mitch McConnell has been discharged from the hospital after being hospitalized since mid-June. However, it is unclear when he will be able to return to the Senate.
World politicsPresident Donald Trump has signed two executive orders that could limit the automatic right to citizenship at birth in the United States.
World politicsSaudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey will hold a regional summit on Friday, Saudi sources say.
World politicsAnthony Fauci, the White House’s special adviser during the coronavirus pandemic, refused to answer questions at a Senate hearing. Now Republicans on the committee are accusing him of contempt of Congress - which could affect future presidential pardons.
World politicsFollowing reports that the U.S. weapons stockpile is running low, President Donald Trump says the U.S. has a large supply of military equipment. Those who suggest otherwise risk long prison sentences, according to Trump.
World politicsIt is "currently very difficult to communicate with" Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says in an interview.
World politicsA man has been arrested on suspicion of filming and photographing security arrangements at a golf course that US President Donald Trump was due to visit. A loaded gun was later found in the man's car.
World politicsColombia's outgoing President Gustavo Petro says he has evidence that the country's last presidential election was not fair. "We are facing fraud," Petro says at a press conference.
World politicsSpanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares calls for "solidarity" ahead of the EU's extraordinary meeting on the migrant crisis in the exclave of Ceuta, writes El País.
World politicsUS President Donald Trump insists talks with Iran are ongoing, despite Tehran’s claims to the contrary, and says the Islamic Republic faces "one last chance before beheading."
World politicsUS President Donald Trump has decided not to carry out a planned wave of attacks on Iran. Meanwhile, signals are coming from Iran on Sunday that attempts are underway to revive the memorandum of understanding that the two countries signed earlier this summer.
World politicsTalks on Venezuela's political transition and future are set to begin next week, the government and opposition say.
World politicsThe forest fire near Bordeaux in southwestern France is now under control, according to French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez.
World politicsFormer Peruvian President Ollanta Humala is released from prison after a court overturned his 15-year prison sentence for money laundering.
World politicsDonald Trump says he has begun to lose hope in negotiations with Iran, reports Spanish news agency EFE
World politicsAnthony Fauci, the White House's special adviser during the coronavirus pandemic, refused to answer questions at a Senate hearing on Wednesday.
World politicsProsecutors in Bolivia issued an arrest warrant on Wednesday for the country's former president, Evo Morales.
World politicsNine activists have been sentenced to prison for protesting against the elections in Myanmar last December, an activist group announced on Wednesday.
World politicsThe United States will hit Iran hard after an Iranian attack on American targets in Jordan, says President Donald Trump.
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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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