Trump and Melania Trump Cast Early Votes in Florida Ahead of Midterm Elections
US President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, have cast early votes ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
World politics
Abdul El-Sayed Could Help Democrats Win Senate Control in Michigan, Supporters Say His Energy Echoes Obama’s
He is young, energetic and perhaps the most talked-about candidate in the US election campaign. If Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins in Michigan, the Senate could end up in Democratic hands. Supporters describe him as a progressive force - Republicans see him as both radical and dangerous.
World politics
Stockholm International Poetry Festival marks 30th anniversary with global lineup
Poets from the US, Haiti, Iceland and Uganda gather as Stockholm’s International Poetry Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Entertainment
Infantino Defends His FIFA Support, Says Majority Opinion Must Be Respected
FIFA President Gianni Infantino laughs off a question about whether he has considered resigning. In a rare interview, the Swiss says he has strong support among football associations. “We must respect the opinions of the vast majority,” he says.
Football
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Says Starlink Connection Is Stable Again After Disruptions
After several days of disruptions to the Starlink network and its military variant, Starshield, Ukraine now has a “stable connection,” according to the country’s defense minister.
Conflicts
US Intelligence Warns Iran Has Significantly Increased Plans to Attack American Officials in the Middle East
US intelligence is warning that Iran has “significantly increased” its plans to attack American diplomats and officials in the Middle East, according to a document obtained by Axios.
World
Why Volvo Cars’ share price has plunged: Tariffs, Chinese competition and production problems combine in ‘incredibly unfortunate’ timing
European carmakers, with Volvo Cars particularly hard hit, have been struggling. Donald Trump's tariffs, Chinese competition and production disruptions are behind Volvo's collapse. The future still looks quite bright, Handelsbanken automotive analyst Hampus Engellau tells TT.
Cars
UEFA Demands Answers From FIFA on Infantino, Trump Influence and World Cup Issues in Letter
In an eight-page letter, Uefa demands answers from Fifa on a range of issues, including alleged abuse of power, Donald Trump’s influence and excessively long half-time breaks at the World Cup. The letter contains 42 points - here are some of them.
Football
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Says Seven Ships Are on Fire Near Strait of Hormuz
At least seven ships are on fire in or near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a claim by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy reported by media in Tehran.
World
Colombian President Removes Museum Exhibits in Cultural “Counter-Revolution”
Colombia's conservative president, Abelardo de la Espriella, has begun what he calls a cultural “counter-revolution.” Exhibits at the country's national museum have been removed.
World politics
US Orders Most Diplomats in Saudi Arabia to Leave as Drone Strike Kills Two
Washington has ordered all its diplomats and their families in Saudi Arabia to leave the country, a diplomatic source told AFP. Late Wednesday evening, Saudi Arabia’s Energy Ministry said two people had been killed when air defenses shot down a drone.
World politics
Meta Ordered to Pay Nearly $250 Billion for Misleading New Mexico Residents About Facebook
Tech giant Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, must pay the equivalent of SEK 247 billion after misleading New Mexico residents about Facebook, a court in the state ruled on Wednesday.
Business
Israel Could Resume Planned Iran Strikes After US Midterm Elections, Sources Say
The Israeli military planned a major attack on Iran earlier in October, but the plans were halted by US President Donald Trump, who does not want the conflict to escalate before the midterm elections.
World politics
Merz warns that protectionism threatens global free trade
A wave of protectionism is threatening global free trade, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns at a conference in Berlin. He calls on governments to work together to create global stability.
Business
Skanska Wins SEK 1.5 Billion New York City Contract for East River Waterfront Link
Skanska has secured an order worth approximately SEK 1.5 billion in New York City, according to a press release from the construction group.
BusinessTop news
Witkoff’s Europe meetings point to new peace talks, despite praise for Putin
Russia and Ukraine both see opportunities to resume talks on a peace settlement, but only at a lower level. That is the most concrete result so far of US envoy Steve Witkoff’s meetings with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin, despite Witkoff’s effusive praise of Putin.
World
UN Report: US Policy Reversals Worsen Global Climate Outlook, Put Climate Goals Further Out of Reach
The United States has single-handedly worsened the outlook for the planet, according to a report by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). The country’s policy U-turns under Donald Trump are the main reason global warming is worse than feared. No one will be spared, says UNEP director Inger Andersen.
SwedenTop news
Zelensky’s Oslo visit was a bid to repair strained US ties, Ukraine expert says
With Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Oslo, Europe wanted to show a united front in support of Ukraine while also reaching out to the United States, according to Ukraine expert Fredrik Wesslau.
Conflicts
Two Killed in Russian Drone Attack on Village in Ukraine’s Kharkiv Region
A village in the Kharkiv region was subjected to a “massive attack” by Russian drones overnight Wednesday, according to the region’s governor, Oleh Synyehubov. At least two people were killed.
Conflicts
Prince Harry Says He Wants to Reconcile With King Charles and Prince William
Prince Harry says he wants to reconcile with his brother, Crown Prince William, and his father, King Charles, in his first major interview since returning to the UK.
World
FAA Approves Nearly 500 Boeing 737 Max Planes Grounded in August
The US aviation authority, the FAA, has finally approved the nearly 500 Boeing planes that were grounded in August.
Business