Andreas Almgren hailed after historic New York Marathon debut: ‘It’s actually impossible’
Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon in his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
Sports
Sweden Urges EU to Block Russian Skiers From World Championships in Falun
Sweden has sent a letter of protest to the European Commission, urging it to prevent Russian skiers from competing in the World Championships in Falun. “Russia’s brutal war of aggression is not over just because it’s the World Championships,” says Migration Minister Johan Forssell (M).
Sports
Swedish Sports Minister Condemns Decision to Allow Russia Into World Hockey Championships
Sweden’s Sports Minister Jakob Forssmed (KD) is reacting strongly to the announcement that Russia will be allowed to compete in next year’s Ice Hockey World Championship. “It normalizes the war and gives Putin opportunities to conduct propaganda on the international stage,” he tells TT.
Ice hockeyTop news
Weightlifting Federation Awards 2030 World Championships to Moscow, Shocked Swedish Official Says
Weightlifting is opening its doors to Russia in earnest - becoming the first Olympic sport to do so. The 2030 World Championships will be held in Moscow. “I’m shocked,” says Helene Johage, chair of the Swedish Weightlifting Association, to TT.
Sports
What We Know About the Suspected Plague Case in Russia
A female lab technician has died in a hospital in Russia. Rumor has it that she had pneumonic plague. Russian authorities have since clamped down on information. Here’s what we know - and don’t know - about the suspected plague case.
World
Busch: Blue-yellow comeback is a fact as KD cheers gains on election night
The blue-yellow comeback is a fact, KD leader Ebba Busch said amid loud cheers in her speech at the election vigil.
Swedish politics
KD proposes a maximum of 12 children in preschool toddler groups
The Christian Democrats propose a maximum of 12 children in preschool toddler groups and that the number of children per teacher be regulated. The party also wants to see more Swedish food in preschools. In total, this would involve an investment of 10 billion kronor.
Sweden
Minister Wants Phone Advertising for Children Aligned With Public Health Agency Advice
Children should not be given a smartphone before the age of 13, according to the Public Health Agency. Now, Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD) wants to see a "moral agreement" with mobile and electronics chains to highlight alternatives.
Swedish politics
New website will make it easier to find estrogen medicines in Sweden
In an effort to reduce the shortage of medicines for menopausal symptoms, it will be easier to see which products are available, including outside Sweden. It should not be up to each individual woman to hunt for medicines on the market, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD).
Swedish politics
KD promises major psychiatry reform with more care beds
The Christian Democrats promise to create more psychiatric care beds. "We want to see the biggest psychiatry reform in decades," says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD).
Swedish politics
Sweden proposes tougher pandemic rules, including health checks for travelers and event limits
Mandatory health checks for people traveling to Sweden from affected areas and easier restrictions on large events are among the new infection control laws the government is proposing.
Swedish politics
Ebba Busch in Fagersta to show support after deadly school attack
Several ministers are visiting Fagersta after the deadly school attack. We are here to show our support, but above all our support on the first school day after the attack, says Minister for Energy and Industry Ebba Busch (KD).
Swedish politics
Minister says no cause for concern over measles outbreak after Urkult festival
Three more cases of measles have been reported after the Urkult festival in Sollefteå municipality, according to the Public Health Agency. This is a limited outbreak among a group of unvaccinated people, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD) at a press conference.
Swedish politics
KD election manifesto promises more paid parental leave and higher child benefit
Families come first in KD's election manifesto, which promises increased child benefits and longer paid parental leave. Families should always come out on top in any budget negotiations we are involved in, says KD leader Ebba Busch.
Swedish politics
Sweden to launch new health programme for children and young people up to age 20
Children and young people should be followed continuously through a health programme up to the age of 20. Today, the last visit to the child health centre is at the age of five, after that it becomes more fragmented, more random and more up to the parents, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD).
Swedish politics
Sweden appoints national coordinator to tackle crime in sports
The government is appointing a national coordinator to combat crime and serious disturbances linked to sports. Sports should be a safe place and not an arena for crime. No child should be at risk of coming into contact with criminals, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed, who is also responsible for sports issues, at a press conference.
Sports
Swedish minister says FIFA World Cup investor plan damages trust
FIFA wants to let private investors buy shares in the World Cup. A proposal that is provoking strong reactions from around the football world. "Unfortunately, it damages an already damaged trust in a FIFA that is developing in the wrong direction," says Sports Minister Jakob Forssmed (KD) in a written comment.
Football
Sweden and eight EU countries want to cut EU support for sports bodies that admit Russian athletes
Sports ministers from Sweden and eight other EU countries want to cut EU support for sports organizations that let Russian athletes compete.
Sports
Sweden prepares biggest reform ever in forensic psychiatry as state takeover is investigated
Forensic psychiatry is overcrowded, which has led to convicts being released while waiting for a place. An investigation is now being set up into how the state can fully or partially take over responsibility for care. We are preparing for the largest reform ever in forensic psychiatry, says Minister of Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD).
Swedish politics
Sweden to draw up recommendations on children’s use of AI
The Public Health Agency of Sweden has now been tasked with reviewing the risks of generative AI to the mental health and well-being of children and young people. Recommendations will be presented in a year.
Sweden
Swedish Ice Hockey Chief Slams IOC’s Russia Decision as Completely Wrong
Russian athletes are allowed to participate in the Olympics despite their political views. This is causing a reaction in Swedish ice hockey. We must be clear about our position, says Anders Larsson, chairman of the Swedish Ice Hockey Association.
Ice hockeyTop news
IOC allows Russian athletes back at the Olympics, prompting criticism from Ukraine and Sweden
Russian athletes are allowed to participate in the Olympics regardless of political stance, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announces. "Hasty" and "unfounded," Ukraine says. A very sad and unfortunate decision, says Hans von Uthmann, chairman of the Swedish Olympic Committee (SOK), to TT.
Sports
Sweden to launch inquiry into rising ADHD and autism diagnoses in young people
The government is appointing a delegation to investigate why more and more children and young people are being diagnosed with ADHD and autism.
Swedish politics
Leisure card age limit lowered to six for children in 2026
The age at which children can use the leisure card is being lowered from seven to six.
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