Four Elderly Residents Die After Norovirus Outbreak at Mölndal Nursing Home
Four elderly people died at a nursing home in Mölndal in January after an outbreak of norovirus, reports Göteborgs-Posten.
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Judge Dismisses Trump’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against The Wall Street Journal Again, This Time With Finality
A federal judge in Florida has dismissed Donald Trump’s lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal for the second time this year.
World
Olivia Colman to receive Stockholm Achievement Award 2026
Oscar-winning British actress Olivia Colman will receive the Stockholm Achievement Award 2026 and attend the Stockholm International Film Festival for Wicker's Nordic premiere. The darkly humorous love story also features Alexander Skarsgård, Gustav Lindh, Peter Dinklage and Elizabeth Debicki.
Entertainment
Truls Möregårdh rallies from 11–1 loss to beat Lin Shidong and reach Montpellier semifinals
Table tennis star Truls Möregårdh has reached the semifinals of the World Tour event in Montpellier. The world number four beat Chinese player Lin Shidong 4–3 in a thrilling match, despite being outplayed at times.
Sports
Deep Purple Singer Ian Gillan Hospitalized, Two Concerts Canceled
Ian Gillan, lead singer of British rock band Deep Purple, has been hospitalized. The band is canceling two concerts because of his illness.
Entertainment
Man dies in accident involving weights at Sats gym in Oslo
A man has died in an accident at a Sats gym in central Oslo.
World
Andy Burnham open to British apology for slave trade, rules out reparations
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is open to the idea of Britain apologising for its role in the slave trade, which enriched the country for centuries, but rules out financial compensation.
World
UN employee dies in Houthi captivity in Yemen, human rights chief calls for investigation
A UN employee detained by the Houthi movement in Yemen has died in captivity. The organization's human rights chief, Volker Türk, is calling for an investigation into his death.
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Four Elderly Residents Die After Norovirus Outbreak at Mölndal Nursing Home
Four elderly people died at a nursing home in Mölndal in January after an outbreak of norovirus, reports Göteborgs-Posten.
Sweden
Study: AI Feedback Can Help People With Social Anxiety Almost as Much as a Therapist's
Anxiety decreases almost as much with feedback from AI as with feedback from a human therapist, new research from Stockholm University shows.
Sweden
Left Party Website Hijacked to Show Ads for Indonesian Online Casinos
The Left Party’s website was hijacked on Saturday. Anyone who clicked on the page about party leader Nooshi Dadgostar was met with advertisements for Indonesian gambling sites.
Sweden
Spectator in his 60s dies after being struck at rally near Nässjö
A man has died after being struck during a rally competition outside Nässjö. He was a spectator at the event.
Sweden
Police Raid Cargo Ship Off Gotland Amid Reported Russia Links
Police carried out a raid on a cargo ship off Gotland overnight, TV4 reports. The ship’s shipping company has previously been investigated in connection with Russian hybrid attacks, according to information provided to the channel.
Sweden
Sweden Democrats May Drop Demand for Ministerial Posts, Sources Say
The Sweden Democrats are considering dropping their demand for ministerial posts, sources tell Aftonbladet.
Politics
COP17 biodiversity summit ends with limited progress as critics warn time is running out for nature goals
COP17, the summit to protect biodiversity, is over, but critics say progress was limited. “Time is running out to achieve the goals governments around the world have set to reverse the nature crisis,” says Ulrik Westman, a representative of the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation.
Politics
Police investigate possible arson link after fires in Stockholm’s Södermalm district
Several fires in a short period on Södermalm in Stockholm have led police to suspect an arsonist is on the loose, TV4 Nyheterna and Expressen report.
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Judge Dismisses Trump’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against The Wall Street Journal Again, This Time With Finality
A federal judge in Florida has dismissed Donald Trump’s lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal for the second time this year.
WorldMan dies in accident involving weights at Sats gym in Oslo
A man has died in an accident at a Sats gym in central Oslo.
WorldAndy Burnham open to British apology for slave trade, rules out reparations
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is open to the idea of Britain apologising for its role in the slave trade, which enriched the country for centuries, but rules out financial compensation.
WorldUN employee dies in Houthi captivity in Yemen, human rights chief calls for investigation
A UN employee detained by the Houthi movement in Yemen has died in captivity. The organization's human rights chief, Volker Türk, is calling for an investigation into his death.
World
Violence Erupts at Germany’s Gen Z Protests, With Stones Thrown at Police
Nearly 200,000 people demonstrated in Germany on Saturday in protests inspired by recent demonstrations in France. The protests turned violent in some cities during the evening.
World
Iran has no plans for new talks with the US, foreign minister says
Despite growing concerns that the war could resume, there are no plans for new talks between Tehran and Washington, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
World
Democratic Socialists gain momentum in the US with promises of affordable care and housing
The Democratic left is generating enthusiasm - and Republican anger. The movement is riding high ahead of the midterm elections, promising free childcare, universal health care and affordable rents. “Both Republicans and Democrats have failed us,” says Donovan McKinney of the Detroit Left.
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Swedbank’s Net Interest Income Rises to SEK 11.6 Billion in Third Quarter
Swedbank, one of the country’s largest mortgage lenders, reported high business activity in the third quarter, according to its interim report.
Business
Axfood Returns City Gross to Profit as Quarterly Earnings Rise to SEK 1.12 Billion
Grocery giant Axfood - which operates the Willys and Hemköp chains, among others - reports an operating profit of SEK 1,118 million for the third quarter. City Gross has turned a profit.
Business
Chinese Electric Cars Help Drive 10% Rise in EU Car Sales in September
New car registrations in Europe rose 10 percent to 1.36 million in September, according to industry body ACEA. Electric cars from China account for a large part of the increase.
Business
SEB’s Net Interest Income Rises to SEK 10.9 Billion, Slightly Below Forecast
SEB's net interest income - the Wallenberg sphere's major bank earns income from the difference between deposit and lending rates - rose to SEK 10.9 billion in the third quarter of this year, according to an interim report.
Business
Asian Stocks Fall as Tech Shares Drag Regional Markets Lower
Several Asian tech companies are falling, dragging the region’s leading indexes down in Thursday trading.
Business
Airbnb bans hosts from requiring guests to do chores covered by a cleaning fee
Airbnb is tightening its rules for hosts. Soon, hosts will no longer be allowed to ask guests to do the dishes or strip their beds, for example, the BBC reports.
Business
EA to Close BioWare in Cost-Cutting Move, Discontinue Next Mass Effect Game
Gaming giant Electronic Arts has decided to close the BioWare studio as part of a cost-cutting package. The announcement means development of the next installment in the “Mass Effect” game series will be discontinued.
Business
Meta Beats Revenue Expectations as Shares Rise After Hours
Meta beats analysts' expectations in its latest quarterly report. The stock rises in after-hours trading.
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Truls Möregårdh rallies from 11–1 loss to beat Lin Shidong and reach Montpellier semifinals
Table tennis star Truls Möregårdh has reached the semifinals of the World Tour event in Montpellier. The world number four beat Chinese player Lin Shidong 4–3 in a thrilling match, despite being outplayed at times.
Sports
Falkenberg return to Allsvenskan after dramatic win over Sandviken
Falkenberg are back in Sweden’s top flight. Centre-back Alexander Salo came to the rescue as the Halland side secured second place in the Superettan with a 2-1 home win over Sandviken. “It’s the happiest day of my life,” Salo tells TV4.
Sports
Swedes in the Premier League: Isak scores, Kulusevski returns
Liverpool's Alexander Isak scored against Brighton on 25 October, while Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski recently returned from a long injury absence. Arsenal's Viktor Gyökeres scored his first goal of the season in the League Cup.
Sports
Yasin Ayari scores as Brighton stun Premier League leaders Manchester City at the Etihad
Yasin Ayari brought down Premier League leaders Manchester City. The Swedish midfielder scored the only goal as Brighton won away from home.
Sports
Skellefteå beats Björklöven 5–3 in second Västerbotten derby after 8–1 rout
Newcomers Björklöven were humiliated last time, but managed an honorable defeat in the return match. Skellefteå also won the second Västerbotten derby of the SHL season, 5–3.
Sports
Rosengård held to 1-1 draw by Växjö, remain in relegation battle
Former powerhouse Rosengård are still struggling in Sweden’s women’s top flight. The Malmö team drew 1-1 at home with second-placed Växjö.
Sports
Sweden’s Women Reach First European Curling Final, While Men Lose to Scotland
Team Isabella Wranå is through to the first championship final of her career after a convincing 7–3 win over Latvia in the European Championship semi-final. However, the Swedish men’s curling team lost 7–5 to Scotland in their semi-final.
Sports
Manchester United’s Nightmare Continues With 2-0 Defeat at Chelsea
The worst start to a season in 40 years got even worse. Manchester United lost 2-0 away to Chelsea in the Premier League.
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Olivia Colman to receive Stockholm Achievement Award 2026
Oscar-winning British actress Olivia Colman will receive the Stockholm Achievement Award 2026 and attend the Stockholm International Film Festival for Wicker's Nordic premiere. The darkly humorous love story also features Alexander Skarsgård, Gustav Lindh, Peter Dinklage and Elizabeth Debicki.
EntertainmentDeep Purple Singer Ian Gillan Hospitalized, Two Concerts Canceled
Ian Gillan, lead singer of British rock band Deep Purple, has been hospitalized. The band is canceling two concerts because of his illness.
Entertainment
Pernilla Wahlgren reunites with brothers Vito and Emilio Ingrosso on stage at Benjamin’s Malmö concert
Pernilla Wahlgren has reunited with her brothers Vito and Emilio Ingrosso. The trio performed their 1980s hit “Piccadilly Circus” to acclaim at her son Benjamin Ingrosso’s concert at Malmö Arena on Friday night.
Entertainment
Selma Blair apologizes after alleged outburst on plane, says she never meant to hurt anyone
American actor Selma Blair has apologized after being accused of assaulting people during a disturbance on a plane.
Entertainment
Cynthia Nixon Calls Tech Billionaires ‘Robber Barons’ of Our Time
Tech billionaires are the robber barons of our time. Cynthia Nixon doesn’t mince words when asked about the similarities between today’s America and the society depicted in the TV series “The Gilded Age.”
Entertainment
Married at First Sight participant Julia Jansson agrees with criticism that the show has become more like reality TV
This fall’s season of SVT’s “Married at First Sight” has been criticized for increasingly resembling a reality show. Participant Julia Jansson agrees with the criticism.
Entertainment
Louvre Reaches Deal With Unions, Averting Strike Threat After Months of Tension
While nationwide protests continue to threaten France, with the next action scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at least one contentious issue has been resolved at the country’s premier museum.
Entertainment
Call of Duty to remove Seoul crowd crush footage after families’ outcry
A video clip showing the aftermath of the 2022 crowd crush in Seoul, South Korea, has been removed from the latest edition of "Call of Duty."
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Sweden's All Saints' Day falls on Halloween in 2026
Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in Sweden
Skogskyrkogården’s 2026 programme and opening details
In Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in Sweden
Sweden Now Has the World’s Most Powerful Passport, New Ranking Shows.
Sweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
Sweden
Strawberries will be extra expensive for Midsummer celebrations
There are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
Sweden
Swedish pick and mix candy Conquers the USA
Swedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in Sweden
Sweden's World Cup Team: Expected Starting Lineup, Squad, and Clubs
Sweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
Sweden
K-Pop Fever Hits Stockholm: Gröna Lund Unveils Vibrant “K-Street” for 2026 Season
STOCKHOLM - A burst of neon, music and Korean pop culture is set to transform one of Sweden’s most iconic amusement parks this summer. Gröna Lund has introduced “K-Street,” a limited-edition, K-pop-inspired zone opening exclusively for the 2026 season.
Living in Sweden
Spring warmth tempts to tire change - but it can be too early
When the sun comes out and the temperature rises, many drivers are eager to switch to summer tires. But those who hurry too much can both break the law and be forced to make an expensive double change.
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Business
Chinese Electric Cars Help Drive 10% Rise in EU Car Sales in September
New car registrations in Europe rose 10 percent to 1.36 million in September, according to industry body ACEA. Electric cars from China account for a large part of the increase.
BusinessSEB’s Net Interest Income Rises to SEK 10.9 Billion, Slightly Below Forecast
SEB's net interest income - the Wallenberg sphere's major bank earns income from the difference between deposit and lending rates - rose to SEK 10.9 billion in the third quarter of this year, according to an interim report.
BusinessAsian Stocks Fall as Tech Shares Drag Regional Markets Lower
Several Asian tech companies are falling, dragging the region’s leading indexes down in Thursday trading.
BusinessAirbnb bans hosts from requiring guests to do chores covered by a cleaning fee
Airbnb is tightening its rules for hosts. Soon, hosts will no longer be allowed to ask guests to do the dishes or strip their beds, for example, the BBC reports.
BusinessEA to Close BioWare in Cost-Cutting Move, Discontinue Next Mass Effect Game
Gaming giant Electronic Arts has decided to close the BioWare studio as part of a cost-cutting package. The announcement means development of the next installment in the “Mass Effect” game series will be discontinued.
BusinessMeta Beats Revenue Expectations as Shares Rise After Hours
Meta beats analysts' expectations in its latest quarterly report. The stock rises in after-hours trading.
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