Man taken to hospital after suspected violent crime in Örebro
An injured man has been taken to hospital after a suspected violent crime in Örebro.
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Riksbank Rate Hike Expected Wednesday as Economists Warn of Tougher Times for Households
Three increases in the Swedish Central Bank’s key interest rate are on the horizon, experts say. Or four, if you look at what fixed-income traders are expecting. The first increase, from 1.75 to 2.00 percent, is expected as early as Wednesday.
Business
Norway’s Public Toilet Campaign Goes Viral After Trump Calls Country a ‘Shithole’
Norway is responding to US President Donald Trump’s statement that the country is a “shithole country” by promoting public toilets on social media.
World
Andreas Almgren Drawn to New York Marathon by the Race’s ‘Incredible Atmosphere’
New York, New York… It’s no coincidence that Andreas Almgren is making his marathon debut there on Sunday. There’s an incredible atmosphere around the whole race, says the Swedish running enthusiast.
Sports
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
Elderly Man Dies in Villa Fire in Kalix as Police Investigate Arson
An elderly man has died in a fire at a villa in Kalix, police have announced.
Sweden
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
Man Rescued From Göta River in Gothenburg With Life-Threatening Injuries; Police Investigate Attempted Murder
A 35-year-old man is being treated for life-threatening injuries after being rescued from the water in Gothenburg on Friday night. The incident is being investigated as attempted murder.
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Man taken to hospital after suspected violent crime in Örebro
An injured man has been taken to hospital after a suspected violent crime in Örebro.
SwedenElderly Man Dies in Villa Fire in Kalix as Police Investigate Arson
An elderly man has died in a fire at a villa in Kalix, police have announced.
SwedenMan Rescued From Göta River in Gothenburg With Life-Threatening Injuries; Police Investigate Attempted Murder
A 35-year-old man is being treated for life-threatening injuries after being rescued from the water in Gothenburg on Friday night. The incident is being investigated as attempted murder.
Sweden
One Seriously Injured in Knife Fight at Stockholm Restaurant, Police Investigate Attempted Murder
Police are investigating attempted murder after a knife fight at a restaurant in Stockholm early Saturday morning. One person is seriously injured.
Sweden
Swedish Military Chief Warns Russia Is Adapting Its Tactics in Ukraine
The Swedish Defense Ministry is concerned about how well the Russian army has adapted to warfare in Ukraine, Ewa Skoog Haslum, head of the Swedish Armed Forces’ Operations Command, tells Ekot in an interview on Saturday.
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Several 14-Year-Olds Detained in Weeks After Sweden Lowers Age of Criminal Responsibility
Murder in Älvsjö, attempted murder in Strängnäs and murder plots in Linköping and Gävle. Just weeks after the age of criminal responsibility was lowered, several 14-year-olds are now being investigated for involvement in serious crimes.
Sweden
Church of Sweden urges visitors to limit candles and decorations at cemeteries for All Saints’ Day
Last year’s All Saints’ Day weekend resulted in 12 tons of waste from Gothenburg’s municipal cemeteries alone. “It’s a nice tradition and it’s for our dead, but you can limit yourself a bit,” says Johan Stråhle of the Church of Sweden.
Sweden
Police Fire Warning Shots at Suspected Shop Robbers in Staffanstorp
Police fired warning shots at suspected shop robbers in central Staffanstorp on Friday evening.
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Norway’s Public Toilet Campaign Goes Viral After Trump Calls Country a ‘Shithole’
Norway is responding to US President Donald Trump’s statement that the country is a “shithole country” by promoting public toilets on social media.
World
Justice Department Seeks to Set Aside Alaska Ballots Cast for Dan J. Sullivan Amid Voter Confusion Probe
The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking a court order to set aside some ballots in Alaska to investigate possible voter confusion, while a criminal investigation has been launched in the state into a Senate candidate with the same name as incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan.
World
Young Children Face Higher Ebola Death Rate in Congo, Doctors Without Borders Warns
The mortality rate is high among children affected by the unusual Bundibugyo Ebola variant in the Democratic Republic of Congo. To prevent the infection from spreading, they are kept isolated from their families. Young children in particular are very vulnerable, says nurse Anneli Eriksson, who is helping them in Butembo.
World
Kaja Kallas accuses Lavrov of lying at G20 foreign ministers’ meeting
EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas accuses Russia's foreign minister of lying during Friday's G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, USA.
World
Flávio Bolsonaro Says He Left Brazil for US Because of ‘Persecution’
Flávio Bolsonaro, who lost Brazil’s presidential election, claims he left his homeland for the United States because he was being persecuted.
World
Poland’s Constitutional Court in Turmoil After Chief Justice Is Suspended
Protests broke out at Poland's Constitutional Court after its chief justice was suspended, and three people were arrested. The court says a coup has taken place, but Prime Minister Donald Tusk defends the decision. "There is no other way," Tusk wrote on X.
World
Congo’s Ebola outbreak surpasses 5,000 deaths, with more than 10,000 cases reported
The death toll in Congo-Kinshasa’s Ebola outbreak has risen to more than 5,000, local authorities say, according to Reuters.
World
Alaska Voter Fraud Investigation Expands as Federal Prosecutors Open Criminal Probe
The investigation into voter fraud in Alaska is expanding. Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation, and the FBI is working to “ensure that all votes go to the people they are intended for.”
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New €2 Handling Fee Makes Small Parcels From Outside the EU More Expensive Starting November 1
Starting November 1, shopping from outside the EU will become more expensive. A new fee will be introduced on small parcels.
Business
French Inflation Rises More Than Expected to 3.4% as German Rate Falls to 2.8%
Inflation in France is rising more than expected, while inflation in Germany is falling slightly.
Business
Stora Enso reports subdued demand and higher costs amid Iran conflict
Forest industry group Stora Enso continues to face higher costs as a result of the war in Iran, as well as subdued demand in several markets.
Business
BP’s third-quarter profit nearly quadruples, beating analyst forecasts as refining margins rise
London-based energy giant BP's third-quarter profit nearly quadrupled from a year earlier. Higher prices for diesel and other refined oil products were a key factor.
Business
AstraZeneca Beats Market Expectations in the Third Quarter as Revenue Reaches $16.2 Billion
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca exceeds market expectations in the third quarter.
Business
French Economy Shrinks 0.1% as Finance Minister Warns of Risks if Budget Fails
New figures show that the French economy is shrinking. If the government fails to pass the budget, the country could be heading “straight for the wall.”
Business
Stockholm Stock Exchange Slips as AstraZeneca Shares Rise 4.5% After Results
The Stockholm Stock Exchange's broad OMXS index is down 0.3 percent. Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca rises after its quarterly report.
Business
A Stronger Swedish Krona Could Make Summer Holidays Cheaper in 2027
The summer holidays in 2027 could be slightly cheaper, at least if Handelsbanken’s currency forecast proves correct. Both the euro and the dollar are expected to weaken against the Swedish krona.
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Andreas Almgren Drawn to New York Marathon by the Race’s ‘Incredible Atmosphere’
New York, New York… It’s no coincidence that Andreas Almgren is making his marathon debut there on Sunday. There’s an incredible atmosphere around the whole race, says the Swedish running enthusiast.
Sports
Calgary beats Seattle 6-2 for fifth straight home win
Although things can be tough on the road, Calgary continues to rule at home. The NHL team earned its fifth straight home win last night, beating Seattle 6-2.
Sports
Pelle Larsson scores season-high 18 as Miami beats Indiana for second straight win
Swedish NBA star Pelle Larsson’s Miami has secured its second victory of the season.
Sports
AIK Edge Leksand in Shootout Before 13,950 Fans at Avicii Arena
Leksand drew 2–2 with AIK in the red-hot Hockey Allsvenskan series final before 13,950 spectators at Avicii Arena. In the end, the home team won 3–2 in a penalty shootout.
Sports
Elias Ranefur knocked out of WTT Montpellier after loss to Patrick Franziska
Elias Ranefur fought hard but could not match Germany’s Patrick Franziska at the WTT tournament in Montpellier. The Swedish table tennis star lost 1–3 in sets in the round of 16.
Sports
Power Struggle at Major Swedish Football Club Tied to Suspected Match-Fixing Investigation
One of the country’s largest football clubs is rocked by reports that players planned to lose on purpose in the Allsvenskan. Behind the scenes, a long-running power struggle between rival agencies has been tied to serious crime. The incident is now being investigated by police.
Sports
Sweden’s men reach European Curling Championship semifinals after 8-7 win over Czech Republic
Sweden’s men’s curling team is through to the European Championship semifinals in Ostrava. Sweden won a thrilling group final against the Czech Republic 8–7 in an extra end.
Sports
Former CAS judge says political arguments aren’t enough to bar Russia from Ice Hockey World Championship
Political arguments are not enough to exclude Russia from the Ice Hockey World Championship. That is why the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is allowing the country to compete.
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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.
EntertainmentCynthia 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."
Entertainment
5 New Horror Releases to Watch This Halloween - and Who Should Avoid Them
Are you a femcel, corporate slave or looksmaxxer? If so, you should skip some of the year’s best horror titles - unless you want to trigger your deepest traumas.
Entertainment
Hollywood Stars Pay Tribute to Patrick Stewart: ‘One of the Greatest’
Many stars and colleagues are now pouring out tributes to iconic actor Patrick Stewart, who died this week. “He wore his heart on his sleeve,” writes his friend Ian McKellen.
Entertainment
Swedish Academy of Letters Warns Museum Closures Would Be a Scandal, Calls for Rent Reform
If the Mediterranean and East Asian Museums were to close, it would be a scandal, says Karin Sidén, a board member of the Swedish Academy of Letters, which has appointed a special working group to get politicians to act. “We will not let this go.”
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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.
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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.
Sweden
When Spring Is Officially Considered to Have Arrived in Sweden
In Sweden, it’s the temperature that decides whether it’s considered spring or not. Even if the sun is shining and you can hear birds chirping, it’s not the feeling of spring that matters. it’s the temperature.
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Business
Stora Enso reports subdued demand and higher costs amid Iran conflict
Forest industry group Stora Enso continues to face higher costs as a result of the war in Iran, as well as subdued demand in several markets.
BusinessBP’s third-quarter profit nearly quadruples, beating analyst forecasts as refining margins rise
London-based energy giant BP's third-quarter profit nearly quadrupled from a year earlier. Higher prices for diesel and other refined oil products were a key factor.
BusinessAstraZeneca Beats Market Expectations in the Third Quarter as Revenue Reaches $16.2 Billion
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca exceeds market expectations in the third quarter.
BusinessFrench Economy Shrinks 0.1% as Finance Minister Warns of Risks if Budget Fails
New figures show that the French economy is shrinking. If the government fails to pass the budget, the country could be heading “straight for the wall.”
BusinessStockholm Stock Exchange Slips as AstraZeneca Shares Rise 4.5% After Results
The Stockholm Stock Exchange's broad OMXS index is down 0.3 percent. Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca rises after its quarterly report.
BusinessA Stronger Swedish Krona Could Make Summer Holidays Cheaper in 2027
The summer holidays in 2027 could be slightly cheaper, at least if Handelsbanken’s currency forecast proves correct. Both the euro and the dollar are expected to weaken against the Swedish krona.
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