Spanish Unions Call General Strike Ahead of November 29 Election
Spanish unions have called a general strike on November 11 ahead of new elections later that month.
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Elections, governments and diplomacy around the world, and what they mean for Sweden.
Moldova to Name US-Funded Power Line the Trump Liberty Line
Moldova is naming a new power line after US President Donald Trump, following an American proposal.
World politics
October 7 Anniversary Protests Target Israeli Government Over Attack Investigation
On the anniversary of the October 7 attack, the Israeli government is facing sharp criticism from survivors and relatives. “They are trying to make us forget what happened,” says Einav Zangauker, whose son was held hostage in Gaza for a long time.
World politics
EU to Add More Than 1,600 People and Organizations to Russia Sanctions List
EU member states have agreed to expand sanctions related to the war in Ukraine to cover more than 1,600 people, companies and organizations, diplomats told AFP.
World politics
Kosovo Parliament Elects Justina Shiroka-Pula as President, Ending Political Deadlock
After a protracted political process, Kosovo’s parliament has finally agreed on a new president, 73-year-old Justina Shiroka-Pula.
World politics
Mali’s Government Forces Capture Strategic City of Kidal
Mali's government forces have captured the strategically important city of Kidal in the country's northeast.
World politics
India Opposition Protests Demand Resignation of Election Authority Chief over Voter List Allegations
Opposition parties in the Indian capital, New Delhi, are protesting and demanding the resignation of the head of the country's election authority.
World politics
Parti Québécois Wins Quebec Election, Pledges Referendum on Leaving Canada
According to Canadian media, the separatist Parti Québécois (PQ) has won the election in Quebec, Canada's largest province.
World politics
Trump Approves Firing Squad Execution for Fort Hood Shooter Nidal Hasan
US President Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of a man convicted of terrorism, the Department of Defense says.
World politics
ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Two Taliban Ministers Over Persecution of Women and Girls
The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague issues arrest warrants for two high-ranking figures in Afghanistan’s Taliban regime.
World politics
Nigerian Air Force Plane Crash Kills 32, President Says
A military plane crashed in Nigeria on Monday, killing at least 32 people, according to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu.
World politics
Six US Midterm Races to Watch, From Texas Senate to Florida Governor
It's hard to follow all the races and votes in the U.S. midterm elections, but keep an extra eye on how these six contests are shaping up.
World politics
US Midterm Elections: What’s at Stake and How to Follow the Race for Congress
Socialist candidates, states that appear to be turning “purple” and a highly engaged Donald Trump. On November 3, the United States will hold midterm elections - a vote that will determine whether the president’s party, the Republicans, retains control of Congress. Here’s a quick guide.
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Spain’s Sánchez Calls Snap Election After Housing Reforms Fail in Parliament
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is calling for new elections after his government failed to pass proposed measures to address the country’s housing crisis.
World politics
Chinese Woman Arrested at Los Angeles Airport on Suspicion of Spying on Taiwan President’s Family for Beijing
A Chinese woman has been arrested in the United States on suspicion of spying for China on the family of Taiwan's leader.
World politics
Chinese Woman Arrested in US Over Suspected Spying on Taiwan President’s Family
A Chinese woman has been arrested in the United States, suspected of spying on the family of Taiwan’s president on behalf of China.
World politics
Brazil Election Heads to Runoff as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Fall Short of Majority
There will be a second round of voting in Brazil's presidential election. Neither incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva nor challenger Flávio Bolsonaro received more than 50 percent of the vote.
World politics
Trump launches AI task force to keep US ahead in global race
The United States has formed its AI task force, which will coordinate government resources to “ensure that the United States remains a world leader in AI,” President Donald Trump said.
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Brazil heads to the polls as Lula faces Flávio Bolsonaro in tight election race
80-year-old leftist veteran Lula da Silva faces right-wing candidate Flávio Bolsonaro when nearly 159 million Brazilians go to the polls on Sunday. A close election result is expected in an increasingly polarized political landscape.
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Brazil heads to the polls as Lula faces Flávio Bolsonaro in close election
80-year-old leftist veteran Lula da Silva faces right-wing candidate Flávio Bolsonaro as nearly 159 million Brazilians head to the polls on Sunday, with a close election expected in an increasingly polarized political landscape.
World politics
Prime Minister Kulbergs set for election win in Latvia as United List leads vote
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' United List looks set to be the big winner in Latvia's parliamentary election with more than 35 percent of the vote.
World politics
Ethiopian government forces enter Tigray capital Mekelle, source says
Ethiopian government forces are now in the Tigray region’s capital, Mekelle, a source from an aid organization told AFP.
World politics
Zelenskyy asks Trump to help block Russian Starlink rival backed by China
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has asked President Donald Trump for help in stopping a Russian version of the Starlink satellite network.
World politics
Elon Musk to lead US government project on the future of warfare
Technology magnate Elon Musk has been tasked with leading a US government project focused on the "future of warfare", according to US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
World politics
US tightens sanctions on Cuba, targeting travel and financial transactions
US sanctions against Cuba will be tightened, the US Treasury Department says.
World politics
Morocco appoints Fatima Ezzahra el Mansouri as first female head of government
Morocco's King Mohammed VI on Tuesday appointed Fatima Ezzahra el Mansouri as Prime Minister, making her the country's first female head of government.
World politics
Iran awaits US response on Hormuz proposal as Trump denies concessions
Iran is awaiting a US response to a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for sanctions relief, among other things. Trump is reacting forcefully to reports that he may consider meeting the Iranians.
World politics
Hungary lifts immunity of two former Orbán ministers as Magyar also faces case
Hungary's parliament has lifted the legal immunity of two former ministers suspected of corruption involving tens of millions of euros.
World politics
Trump denies reports of sanctions relief for Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly met with Qatari mediators in New York. The meeting came after US President Donald Trump rejected reports that he had promised concessions to Iran in exchange for certain demands. Trump also denied any such concessions to Iran.
World politics
Norway plans hundreds of millions in extra spending on youth crime as justice minister rejects Sweden comparison
An investment of hundreds of millions of kronor against youth crime is planned in Norway. But the justice minister rejects the idea that the situation is “like in Sweden.”
World politics
Far-right National Rally gains ground in French Senate election, set to form own group
The National Coalition takes a step forward in the French Senate elections. The growing nationalist party will be allowed to form its own parliamentary group.
World politics
Democrats prepare major Trump investigations if they retake the House
If Democrats succeed in taking control of the House of Representatives in the US Congress in the autumn elections, a lot will change. Then extensive scrutiny of President Donald Trump and the Republican circle around him awaits - with a possible new impeachment trial on the cards. The plan is already underway.
World politics
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic resigns to run for prime minister
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announces his resignation. He will instead try to become prime minister in connection with the parliamentary elections in October.
World politics
Swiss voters reject proposal to tighten neutrality, final result shows 70 percent said no
Voters in Switzerland rejected a proposal to tighten the country's neutrality on Sunday.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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