Elections, governments and diplomacy around the world, and what they mean for Sweden.
The day before the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, thousands of Germans showed their support for democracy and concern that the far right could take power in the state.
World politicsUS President Donald Trump is unlikely to attend the funeral of Norwegian King Harald. Instead, he will campaign at a Republican rally in Texas.
World politicsUS President Donald Trump calls the conflict in Iran "small potatoes" - a remark that was expected but drew strong criticism from the opposition.
World politicsGiorgia Meloni has been Italian prime minister for 1,414 days - longer than any other Italian leader since the abolition of the monarchy in 1946.
World politicsUS envoys are visiting Russia and Ukraine this weekend. They are bringing a proposal to end the war, President Donald Trump says.
World politicsFor over a decade, British far-right provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos has lived and worked in the United States. But last week he was arrested by ICE and deported. "I am very ashamed that I supported Donald Trump," he says in an interview.
World politicsThe White House has released a new site that gives classic computer games a Maga makeover. The new games are drawing strong criticism from human rights organizations.
World politicsDonald Trump adorns buildings, perfumes and passports. And now even coins. The U.S. president puts his name and face everywhere. It raises criticism and questions - and fears of increasingly authoritarian rule.
World politicsThe news that Prince Harry and Meghan Sussex, formerly Markle, plan to return to the UK pleases Donald Trump. "I'm happy. I'm not a fan of them," says the US president.
World politicsThe Estonian Parliament has elected Ülle Madise as the new president, succeeding Alar Karis. No other candidate was proposed for the post.
World politics"Reprehensible," is Sweden's assessment of the actions of Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. But EU sanctions are still pending.
World politicsNicaragua's Congress has approved a controversial package of laws that limits opposition politicians' participation in elections. The changes come at the request of the country's long-time president, Daniel Ortega.
World politicsThe Finnish government is stepping up efforts to stop the outbreak of African swine fever in the country.
World politics20 members of a guerrilla group have been killed in military raids in Colombia, according to President Abelardo de la Espriella.
World politicsUS Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is resigning after just 18 months, the White House confirmed to media in Washington. He is the latest in a series of defense leaders to leave their posts under the new Trump administration.
World politicsThe attacks in the Iran war have flared up again after a month of relative calm. According to President Donald Trump, more American attacks are expected - and the US will "hit hard." At the same time, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian calls for dialogue.
World politicsIceland says no to EU negotiations in the country's referendum. Nearly 53 percent voted against resuming accession talks. Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir, who wants to join the EU, says the result is "not a setback" but "a victory for democracy."
World politicsCanada is taunting the US president after he ordered Lake Ontario to be renamed Lake America. A large sign on the Canadian side of the lake now declares: “Lake Ontario. Now and Always.”
World politicsThe Turkish navy, together with Somali forces, has recaptured a ship hijacked by pirates.
World politicsIt remains uncertain until the last moment - will Iceland resume negotiations for EU membership? Public opinion ahead of today’s referendum is very even. The polling stations opened at 11 a.m. Swedish time.
World politicsThe 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11 is approaching. But US President Donald Trump will not attend the memorial ceremony at Ground Zero in New York - he will only visit the Pentagon.
World politicsEcuador's former president Lenín Moreno has been convicted of accepting bribes related to the construction of a hydroelectric power plant.
World politicsLake Ontario on the border between the US and Canada is changing its name, at least in the US. There, the lake will now be called Lake America. "Canada has not shown us respect. They are nasty people," says Donald Trump at the White House.
World politicsEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will travel to Greenland on September 6-7, reports news site Euractiv.
World politicsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he made it clear to Donald Trump that no agreement can be reached with the "barbarians" in Iran.
World politicsThe Kremlin confirms that the head of the CIA has visited Moscow, but there is no word on whether he met with Vladimir Putin. According to some reports, talks were held about a possible prisoner exchange.
World politicsNorway's Foreign Minister has visited Syria and is praising the country's new leader, former jihadist Ahmed al-Sharaa.
World politicsDarline Graham, sister of Senator Lindsey Graham, who was appointed this summer, is the Republican Senate candidate in South Carolina. She won the second round of the election with the support of President Donald Trump.
World politicsThe United States is seriously considering renaming Lake Ontario on the border with Canada, President Donald Trump writes on social media.
World politicsIran's trading partner China will "protect its own" economic interests. The announcement comes after the US's "D-Day announcement" on Iran's economy.
World politicsThe United States has removed Syria from a list of countries that support terrorism. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa says a “dark spot” has been removed.
World politicsThe US Supreme Court gives the green light to President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections in November.
World politicsColombia's new right-wing president Abelardo de la Espriella wants to see the arrest and deportation of undocumented people.
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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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