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Damaged ship with hazardous cargo en route to Sweden

A broken ship with dangerous Russian cargo can approach Sweden's coast and the Baltic Sea. According to the Coast Guard, it is still unclear where the ship will end up.

Damaged ship with hazardous cargo en route to Sweden

Fewer people are withdrawing cash

The Swedes are making fewer withdrawals from cash machines. During the first half of 2024, each Swede withdrew an average of 398 kronor per month.

Fewer people are withdrawing cash

Sweden prepares to withstand an attack

The Government wants to allocate 15 billion annually to strengthen civil defense from 2028. The investment is intended to prepare Sweden to withstand the initial consequences of an armed attack.

Sweden prepares to withstand an attack

Swedes better equipped for crisis - but not all

The Swedes believe they are better equipped to handle social crises now than three years ago, according to a survey by the Red Cross. At the same time, there are significant differences depending on income and education level.

Swedes better equipped for crisis - but not all

Powerful battery fire in industrial area

A powerful fire has ravaged a warehouse with lithium batteries in Trollhättan, resulting in hazardous smoke. Late on Sunday afternoon, the rescue services had managed to bring the fire under control.

Powerful battery fire in industrial area