Dutch police offer €2 million reward for tips leading to arrest of drug lord Jos Leijdekkers
Two million euros - almost 22 million Swedish kronor - will be paid to anyone who helps Dutch police find notorious drug lord Jos Leijdekkers.
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Häcken retain Swedish title despite selling players for nearly 30 million kronor
Häcken are defending their Swedish Championship title despite selling players for 30 million kronor this year. Club manager Marcus Jodin says this is the way forward for other clubs too. “I believe it is a prerequisite for both the men’s and women’s sides,” he says.
Football
Mjällby and Kalmar Draw 0-0 in Crucial Relegation Battle
Neither Mjällby nor Kalmar broke the deadlock at Strandvallen. After their goalless draw, both teams remain embroiled in the battle to avoid the bottom of the Swedish league.
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Finland Says It Will Refuse to Play Russia at Next Year’s Ice Hockey World Championship
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Häcken finally had the chance to secure the Swedish Championship title on their own. The team seized it in convincing fashion, beating Kristianstad 4–1 after a dream start to clinch their second straight league title. “It’s incredibly fun to get to decide it like this,” says top scorer Maja Bodin.
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Russia carried out several deadly airstrikes on the town of Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region on Monday, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Additional deaths were reported in several areas of Ukraine.
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Olivia Rodrigo to Release Her First Christmas Song, Take Me Home (4 Christmas)
Olivia Rodrigo releases her first Christmas song, the American star says on social media.
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SMHI warns of strong winds and snow in the Lapland mountains through Thursday
Very strong winds combined with snow are expected in the Lapland mountains in the coming days, SMHI warns. At times, the wind may reach storm force.
Sweden
Lidingö’s Controversial ‘Russian House’ Handed Back to Owner After Two Decades of Legal Battles
After more than two decades of legal wrangling, the controversial so-called “Russian house” on Lidingö, outside Stockholm, has been handed over to its owner.
Swedish politics
Musikhjälpen press conference postponed as David Druid steps away from radio show
Musikhjälpen's press conference this week has been postponed. According to information provided to SVT, David Druid was set to be announced as one of the presenters.
Sweden
Person found dead after villa fire in Kramfors, missing woman’s identity unconfirmed
A person has been found dead after a fire at a villa in Kramfors on Monday morning.
Sweden
Thieves Cut Through Sports Shop Roof in Jönköping and Hoist Away 20 Bicycles
A sports shop in Jönköping was targeted in a brazen burglary on Monday night. The thieves broke in through the roof and hoisted about 20 bicycles through the hole, police said.
Crime
Chinese Tourist Arrested on Suspicion of Photographing Protected Military Sites in Stockholm
A Chinese citizen has been arrested on suspicion of photographing protected military sites in Stockholm, Expressen reports.
Crime
Suspicious powder in letter sent to Malmö prison found to be harmless
Police and emergency services were called to Fosie Prison in Malmö on Monday after a letter containing an unknown powder arrived. By 2 p.m., the danger had passed.
Crime
Norwegian Teen Sentenced in Sweden for Preparing to Commit Murder, Faces Deportation
A 16-year-old Norwegian citizen has been sentenced to one and a half years in prison for preparing to commit murder, P4 Östergötland reports.
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World
Dutch police offer €2 million reward for tips leading to arrest of drug lord Jos Leijdekkers
Two million euros - almost 22 million Swedish kronor - will be paid to anyone who helps Dutch police find notorious drug lord Jos Leijdekkers.
WorldNetanyahu Calls for Broad Government, Rules Out Deal With Arab Parties
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he and his Likud party are ready to lead a new “broad government.” He says he is “open to discussions” about the proposal.
World politicsZelenskyy says Russian airstrikes kill 18 in Ukraine’s Komyshuvakha, with 24 killed nationwide Monday
Russia carried out several deadly airstrikes on the town of Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region on Monday, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Additional deaths were reported in several areas of Ukraine.
Conflicts
Oslo District Court Rules Marius Borg Høiby Should Be Released, Prosecution Appeals
Oslo District Court has decided that Marius Borg Høiby, the “bonus prince,” should be released from detention, Norwegian media report.
World
Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Rises to 5,376, Mostly in Congo-Kinshasa
More than 5,300 people have died in the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, with the highest number of deaths recorded in Congo-Kinshasa, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
World
Russia Formally Withdraws From European Anti-Torture Convention
Russia has formally withdrawn from the European Convention against Torture, The Kyiv Independent reports.
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Trump vows to protect Elon Musk if Democrats win control of Congress in midterms
US President Donald Trump promises to “protect” Elon Musk if Democrats investigate the tech billionaire after the midterm elections.
World politics
EU and UK seek closer defence ties ahead of November summit
The EU and the UK are working to strengthen defence cooperation ahead of the November summit, says EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.
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Business
Swedish House Prices Fell Sharply in October as Apartment Prices Rose
Villa prices fell unusually sharply in October while apartment prices rose, according to figures from SBAB and housing website Booli.
Business
Wall Street rises as oil prices fall, while Apple slips ahead of earnings report
The trading week has started on an upswing on the New York Stock Exchange, driven by falling oil prices. Apple, the world’s most valuable listed company, is down ahead of its quarterly report this evening.
Business
Ecco to close factories in Portugal and Vietnam, cutting 2,400 jobs amid cost-cutting drive
Danish shoe manufacturer Ecco is closing two factories, one in Portugal and one in Vietnam. The move means 2,400 employees will leave the company, Ecco says in a press release.
Business
Estée Lauder raises sales forecast as beauty industry holds up despite inflation
Rising inflation worldwide does not seem to be affecting the beauty industry. Estée Lauder is the latest beauty company to report strong results.
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Swedish Industry Unions Demand 3.9% Pay Rise in One-Year Deal
The industry unions are demanding a 3.9 percent wage increase in a one-year agreement, they announced at a press conference. Tough negotiations with employers lie ahead. “Anything can happen, and we have to be prepared for that,” says IF Metall chair Marie Nilsson.
BusinessTop news
New Swedish rules will slow future electricity grid fee increases, but not lower bills
Years of “overcompensation” for electricity grid companies have unnecessarily pushed up grid charges for Swedish businesses and households, according to the Energy Markets Inspectorate (Ei). It has now developed a new method to limit the scope for future fee increases.
Business
AI Has Yet to Reshape Sweden’s Job Market, but Some Graduates Face Risks
Many analysts warn that AI will outcompete entire professional groups. But so far, the Swedish labor market seems to have weathered the technology, and some jobs are standing firm. If you are very afraid of uncertainty, there are some safe bets, says Oskar Nordström Skans, professor of economics at Uppsala University.
Technology
Lord Moyne, face of Sweden’s Trustor fraud affair, dies at 96
Lord Moyne has died at the age of 96. In Sweden, he became known as the face of the high-profile Trustor affair in the late 1990s.
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Sports
Häcken retain Swedish title despite selling players for nearly 30 million kronor
Häcken are defending their Swedish Championship title despite selling players for 30 million kronor this year. Club manager Marcus Jodin says this is the way forward for other clubs too. “I believe it is a prerequisite for both the men’s and women’s sides,” he says.
FootballMjällby and Kalmar Draw 0-0 in Crucial Relegation Battle
Neither Mjällby nor Kalmar broke the deadlock at Strandvallen. After their goalless draw, both teams remain embroiled in the battle to avoid the bottom of the Swedish league.
FootballFinland Says It Will Refuse to Play Russia at Next Year’s Ice Hockey World Championship
The Finnish Ice Hockey Federation says it will do everything in its power to prevent Russia from playing in next year's World Championship. Finland will not play against Russia.
Ice hockeyTop news
Maja Bodin scores twice as Häcken clinches second straight Swedish league title
Häcken finally had the chance to secure the Swedish Championship title on their own. The team seized it in convincing fashion, beating Kristianstad 4–1 after a dream start to clinch their second straight league title. “It’s incredibly fun to get to decide it like this,” says top scorer Maja Bodin.
Football
Turku Says It Won’t Host 2027-28 World Juniors if Russia Is Allowed to Play
Turku will not host the 2027–2028 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships if Russia is allowed to participate, the Finnish city says on its website.
Ice hockey
Michael Carrick Says He Can’t Predict His Future as Manchester United Manager Amid Pressure
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Football
FIFA Yet to Answer UEFA’s 42 Questions on Governance and Controversies
The European football governing body Uefa has demanded answers to 42 questions about the governance of Fifa and several controversies. A few hours before the deadline, it had yet to receive a response.
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Entertainment
Björn Runge stages play about Birgit Nilsson with four actresses in the role
First he staged a play about Jussi Björling's life. Now Björn Runge is doing a play focusing on Birgit Nilsson - with four different actors portraying her.
TV & film
Woman charged with attempted murder after shots fired at Rihanna’s home
The 36-year-old woman suspected of firing shots at Rihanna’s home was charged on Wednesday with 14 felony counts, including attempted murder.
Entertainment
SVT and SR seek full compensation for higher terrestrial network costs
TV & film
Nik Alexander drops out of Let’s Dance with pneumonia, Lisa Borg gets new partner Aaron Brown
Lisa Borg's dance partner Nik Alexander is sick and is forced to withdraw from "Let's dance" before Friday's live broadcast.
TV & film
AI Greta Garbo stars in commercial for Swedish industrial company SKF
Critics called the AI-assisted revival of dead actor Val Kilmer “ghost exploitation.” Now there’s also an AI version of Greta Garbo.
TV & film
English museums will remain free for tourists
The state-funded museums in England will continue to be free for visitors from abroad.
Entertainment
Alex Warren to play Gothenburg’s Frihamnen Arena on June 12 next summer
World star Alex Warren is coming to Sweden next summer. On June 12, the American artist will perform at Frihamnen Arena in Gothenburg.
Entertainment
Peter Haber and Noomi Rapace star in Isabella Eklöf’s BDSM drama Mr. Nawashi
Peter Haber and Noomi Rapace star in a new film by director Isabella Eklöf. The BDSM drama is based on Eklöf's upbringing, with her sister Sofia Wistam.
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Entertainment
Nik Alexander drops out of Let’s Dance with pneumonia, Lisa Borg gets new partner Aaron Brown
Lisa Borg's dance partner Nik Alexander is sick and is forced to withdraw from "Let's dance" before Friday's live broadcast.
TV & filmAI Greta Garbo stars in commercial for Swedish industrial company SKF
Critics called the AI-assisted revival of dead actor Val Kilmer “ghost exploitation.” Now there’s also an AI version of Greta Garbo.
TV & filmEnglish museums will remain free for tourists
The state-funded museums in England will continue to be free for visitors from abroad.
EntertainmentAlex Warren to play Gothenburg’s Frihamnen Arena on June 12 next summer
World star Alex Warren is coming to Sweden next summer. On June 12, the American artist will perform at Frihamnen Arena in Gothenburg.
EntertainmentPeter Haber and Noomi Rapace star in Isabella Eklöf’s BDSM drama Mr. Nawashi
Peter Haber and Noomi Rapace star in a new film by director Isabella Eklöf. The BDSM drama is based on Eklöf's upbringing, with her sister Sofia Wistam.
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