Two contestants eliminated as Idol begins Saturday finals
After two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
Music
Björn Rosenström marks 30 years of music with 2027 concert hall tour
After 30 years of songs that are “just like that,” Björn Rosenström is stepping into the concert hall. In spring 2027, he will tour the country with Det Jävla Bandet.
Music
Woman in her 80s dies after being hit by bus in central Lund
A woman in her 80s has died from her injuries after being hit by a bus in central Lund, police say.
Sweden
Liam Rasmussen and Moa Erlandsen Eliminated From Idol After Second Live Final
Liam Rasmussen and Moa Erlandsen were the contestants eliminated in the second live final of “Idol” on Saturday.
TV & filmTop news
Critical PHP Flaws Put Millions of Websites at Risk, Prompting Government Sites to Shut Down
Millions of websites are at risk after a serious security flaw was discovered. Several countries, including Finland, Denmark and the Netherlands, shut down several government websites on Wednesday afternoon. “This is more serious than usual,” says Johan Ahlmark of the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI).
Swedish politics
Ane Brun Announces Nordic Tour This Spring for Upcoming Album
Ane Brun is embarking on a major Nordic tour this spring. She will be bringing her upcoming album, "I thought we were the same".
Music
Sweden Expands Tailored Support to Help Keep Young People Out of Crime
Following a successful start, a further 29 municipalities will receive tailored expert support to help prevent children and young people from becoming involved in crime. Håbo municipality in Uppland was one of the pilot municipalities, and its social services are seeing concrete results.
Sweden
My Persson and Elliot Baglivi Eliminated in Idol’s First Live Final
My Persson and Elliot Baglivi were eliminated from “Idol” in the first live final on Saturday. Theo Han Jönsson and Laban Berglin will advance in the competition.
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