Swedes happy but Finland happiest again
Sweden loses one place but remains in the top tier in the World Happiness Report, a report on people's perceived happiness.
Sweden
Iceland wants August referendum on resuming EU membership talks
The Icelandic government proposes that the public vote on whether to resume talks on EU membership.
World politics
Sources: Iceland to hold referendum on resuming EU negotiations in August
Iceland could hold a referendum as early as August on whether to resume negotiations to join the EU, two sources told Politico.
World politics
Big brother Roganovic also named to the national handball team
Michael Apelgren has named his first national-team squad since the team's failure at the European Handball Championship in January. The only new name is goalkeeper Marko Roganovic.
Sports
Sweden's Gripen to guard Greenland
Sweden will contribute Gripen aircraft to the new NATO mission Arctic Sentry. Among other things, the aircraft will monitor the airspace over Greenland.
World
Häcken far superior in European Cup with 7-0 win
Häcken coach Elena Sadiku got a taste of her new job. In her first match in charge, she saw her team win 7–0 in the European Cup.
Football
Sweden ready to contribute to NATO presence in the Arctic
NATO will increase its involvement in the Arctic and is launching Operation Arctic Sentry. Sweden is ready to contribute, says Defense Minister Pål Jonson (M).
World
Europe has taken over Ukraine support after US withdrawal in 2025
Europe was almost alone in providing military, financial and humanitarian support to Ukraine last year after the US withdrawal, according to a report from the German research center, the Kiel Institute.
ConflictsTop news
Why Sweden is more corrupt than Denmark
Sweden remains at the same low level when it comes to corruption, according to a new survey. Denmark is still best in class. Organized crime has deep ramifications for the welfare system, says Ulrik Åshuvud, Secretary General of Transparency International Sweden.
Sweden
Swedish Handball Association: Full confidence in Apelgren
A failed European Handball Championship - according to Sweden's players and leaders. But not according to the Swedish Handball Association. From 14th to sixth place is a step in the right direction, so we can't say it's a failure, says Kalle Andersson, acting national team manager.
Sports
European Handball Championship schedule changing after harsh criticism
The match schedule has been criticized during the European Championship playoffs in Sweden, Denmark and Norway. Now the European Handball Federation (EHF) has responded.
Sports
Croatia furious ahead of European Handball Championship semi-final, calls schedule a disaster
Croatia are angry ahead of Friday's European Handball Championship semi-finals. National captain Dagur Sigurdsson has come down hard on the European Handball Federation (EHF).
Sports
Sweden win clearly in meaningless European Championship match
Sweden finished the intermediate round of the European Handball Championship with a 34–21 victory over Switzerland in a dead-rubber match.
SportsTop news
Euro fiasco for Sweden - misses European Championship semi-final
The national handball team's fiasco is complete. Sweden received no help from Slovenia or Hungary - and missed the European Championship semi-final. "I am, of course, disappointed," says national team captain Michael Apelgren to Viaplay.
Sports
A-Teens about Melodifestivalen: We're not ready
The A-Teens are stepping up their comeback. On Saturday, they will perform at Melodifestivalen. "We are not done yet," says Marie Serneholt.
MusicTop news
Sweden hopes for European Championship help - needs some damn luck
The national handball team's European Championship hopes could be over as early as the return match against Switzerland tonight. Unless Slovenia or Hungary lend a helping hand earlier in the day. "We need some damn luck," says Felix Claar.
SportsTop news
Sweden close to new fiasco after 32-32 draw with Hungary - it's piss
The handball masters are on the verge of another championship fiasco. A convulsive Sweden managed only a 32–32 draw against Hungary and will need help to reach the European Championship semi-finals. Andreas Palicka missed an open goal from long range in the final seconds of the drama.
Sports
European Handball Championship scare: Iceland dropped points against Switzerland
Iceland had one foot in the semifinals of the European Handball Championship. Not anymore. The Icelanders managed only a 38–38 draw against Switzerland in Malmö.
Sports
Guide: Now it will be decided whether Sweden reaches the European Handball Championship semi-finals
Now it will be decided whether Sweden will reach the semi-finals of the European Handball Championship. Blue and yellow finish the intermediate round against Switzerland, but they no longer have their fate in their own hands.
Sports
Many European Championship tickets still available for Sweden's must-win match
The Swedish national handball team will face Hungary in a must-win match at the European Championship tonight. It looks like many seats at Malmö Arena will be empty.
Sports
Ahead of the fateful matches in the European Championship - could have been worse
The national handball team has two fateful matches ahead of it in the European Championship. The mission is clear: win against Hungary and Switzerland and it will play in the semi-finals on Friday. On paper, it could have been worse, says left-hander Hampus Wanne.
Sports