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The biathlon star will not appeal the penalty.
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The biathlon star will not appeal the penalty.

French biathlon star Julia Simon will not appeal the suspension ruling from the French Ski Federation (FSS).
Here are the party leaders with the highest and lowest salaries
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Here are the party leaders with the highest and lowest salaries

There is a difference of almost 150,000 kronor in salary between the highest and lowest-earning party leaders. But when Anna-Karin Hatt steps down as Center Party leader this week, the salary gap in politics will narrow
SD may remove Stegrud from the party board
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SD may remove Stegrud from the party board

SD MP Jessica Stegrud may be removed from the party board, reports GP.
S demands answers about shortcomings in elderly care
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S demands answers about shortcomings in elderly care

The Social Democrats are demanding answers from Minister of the Elderly and Social Insurance Anna Tenje (M) after SVT's investigation into shortcomings in elderly care, SVT reports.
The Riksdag says yes to uranium mining in Sweden
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The Riksdag says yes to uranium mining in Sweden

Despite concerns from several municipalities, the Riksdag has now voted to once again allow uranium mining in Sweden. Operations that handle small amounts of uranium will also not be subject to the municipal veto
Details: Mona Sahlin ready for "The Traitors"
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Details: Mona Sahlin ready for "The Traitors"

Another well-known politician will be in "The Traitors". Former S leader Mona Sahlin is ready for TV4's viewership hit, writes Aftonbladet
Social Democrats Propose Ban on Limited Companies Owning Schools
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Social Democrats Propose Ban on Limited Companies Owning Schools

The Social Democrats want to launch an initiative in the parliament that in the long run will mean a ban on profits in the school sector and a ban on limited companies owning schools. The proposal is a way for the Social Democrats to see if The Liberals' new party leader Simona Mohamsson is serious about the statements regarding a ban
Red-Greens' Lead Narrows to 5.6 Points in October Poll
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Red-Greens' Lead Narrows to 5.6 Points in October Poll

The red-green bloc's lead in the opinion polls against the government parties and SD decreases sharply to 5. 6 percentage points in October, according to a measurement made for Sveriges Radio by Indikator opinion
Sweden Reverses Decision on Mandatory AR-15 Rifle Buyback
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Sweden Reverses Decision on Mandatory AR-15 Rifle Buyback

The Government and The Sweden Democrats are changing their minds about the redemption of the controversial rifle AR-15 and no longer want it to happen by force, they write in a debate article in Swedish Hunting.
EU Faces Tough Talks on Baltic Sea Herring Quotas
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EU Faces Tough Talks on Baltic Sea Herring Quotas

The stock of herring in the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia is heavily fished. When the EU countries are to agree on the fishing quotas for next year, the Swedish government and the EU Commission are the herring's only friends, according to Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren (Christian Democrats)
Social Democrats Propose 15-Year Age Limit for Social Media in Sweden
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Social Democrats Propose 15-Year Age Limit for Social Media in Sweden

The Social Democratic Party wants to introduce a 15-year limit on social media. It will be controlled through a strict ID requirement
Social Democrats Call for Ban on Russian Investments and Tourist Visas
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Social Democrats Call for Ban on Russian Investments and Tourist Visas

The Social Democrats want to see a law with a general ban on Russian real estate purchases and investments in Sweden. And the government should in the EU work for a ban on visas for Russian tourists
Wall Street Seesaw: S&P 500 Dips Amid US-China Trade Concerns
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Wall Street Seesaw: S&P 500 Dips Amid US-China Trade Concerns

New York stock exchange's broad S&P 500 index fell sharply in Tuesday's morning trade, turned to plus but closed nonetheless on minus.
Kristersson Criticizes Moderate Staff for Anti-Andersson Chant
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Kristersson Criticizes Moderate Staff for Anti-Andersson Chant

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) is critical of the fact that a number of moderate employees sang "we hate Andersson". It was imprudent, he says
Church Election Results: Increased Voter Turnout in 2023
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Church Election Results: Increased Voter Turnout in 2023

The final result in the church election is established.
Inflatable Costumes Turn Portland Trump Protest Viral
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Inflatable Costumes Turn Portland Trump Protest Viral

To counter President Trump's image of protesters as extremists, activists in Portland have dressed up in ridiculous creations that have now gone viral on the internet.
Mikael Damberg Opposes Joint Red-Green Election Manifesto
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Mikael Damberg Opposes Joint Red-Green Election Manifesto

Mikael Damberg, The Social Democrats' economic-political spokesperson, does not want a joint election manifesto for the opposition parties. Each party should go to the election with their own programs, according to Damberg
Opposition Parties Clash Over Budget Proposals Ahead of Election
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Opposition Parties Clash Over Budget Proposals Ahead of Election

It differs significantly between the opposition parties' shadow budgets. The Centre Party's proposal often goes completely against the Social Democrats', the Left Party's and the Green party's economic policy
Sweden Democrats Propose Inquiry to Halt Terrorism Support
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Sweden Democrats Propose Inquiry to Halt Terrorism Support

The Sweden Democrats want to appoint a truth commission with the purpose of stopping support to organizations with links to Islamism and terrorism – and accuse The Social Democrats of "long-standing silence" and "political hypocrisy".
Social Democrats Propose Increased Child Allowance and Free Transport
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Social Democrats Propose Increased Child Allowance and Free Transport

The Social Democratic Party wants to increase the child allowance, abolish the deduction for sick leave and take a first step towards free public transportation for young people. Ordinary families get more money in their pockets with Social Democratic policy, says the Social Democratic economic-political spokesperson Mikael Damberg
US Tariffs on Swedish Timber Threaten Sawmill Profitability
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US Tariffs on Swedish Timber Threaten Sawmill Profitability

Timber products from Sweden will soon get ten percent US tariffs, according to a presidential order signed by Donald Trump. This risks significantly worsening an already bad situation for Swedish sawmills, says Christian Nielsen, market analyst
EU May Open Backdoor for Ukraine Membership Talks
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EU May Open Backdoor for Ukraine Membership Talks

The EU Council President António Costa hopes to be able to let Ukraine in to formal negotiations about EU membership through a back door.
Potential for Increased Political Violence in USA After Charlie Kirk Murder
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Potential for Increased Political Violence in USA After Charlie Kirk Murder

The murder of right-wing debater Charlie Kirk may lead to further escalated political violence in the USA. USA expert Jan Hallenberg and author Stephen Marche – who has written the book ”The Next Civil War” – look pessimistically at the country's near future
Social Democrats Restructure Leadership; Ygeman Takes New Role
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Social Democrats Restructure Leadership; Ygeman Takes New Role

The Social Democrats are rearranging the top layer ahead of the election 2026. The old veteran Anders Ygeman is losing his heavy role as responsible for integration issues
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