Palantir beats third-quarter earnings and revenue forecasts as sales reach $2.31 billion
American AI software company Palantir beat expectations in its quarterly report on Monday evening.
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Meta postpones new service terms after media criticism and Norwegian court ruling
Meta is postponing the introduction of new terms of service for companies following harsh criticism from media outlets in Europe and the US.
Entertainment
Sweden Captain Ludvig Håkanson to Miss Crucial World Cup Qualifiers With Foot Injury
The Swedish basketball team will have to do without captain Ludvig Håkanson in the crucial World Cup qualifiers against Hungary and France. The key player injured his foot more than two weeks ago, he tells Aftonbladet. “It sucks,” Håkanson says.
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- 15 arrested after unrest in stands leaves police and spectators injured in Gothenburg derby
- Cyberattack Disrupts Refrigerators at Ica and Coop Stores Across Europe
- David Druid to Take Break From Swedish Radio’s Morgonpasset i P3 After Videos Surface
- Andreas Almgren wins New York City Marathon on his debut, qualifies for 2028 Olympics
- Ecco to close factories in Portugal and Vietnam, cutting 2,400 jobs amid cost-cutting drive
Four Swedes get wild cards for Stockholm Open tennis
Stockholm Open is among the last few events on the ATP Tour and therefore it is difficult to attract the best players on the tour, especially those who have already qualified for the ATP Playoffs.
Sports
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.
World
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.
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- · FootballMaja Bodin scores twice as Häcken clinches second straight Swedish league title
- · BusinessSwedish Industry Unions Demand 3.9% Pay Rise in One-Year Deal
- · BusinessNew Swedish rules will slow future electricity grid fee increases, but not lower bills
- · Ice hockeyConnor McDavid’s Hot Start Has Him Chasing Wayne Gretzky’s NHL Scoring Record, Håkan Loob Says
- · BusinessSwedish industry unions to present joint wage demands ahead of 2027 bargaining round
- · SportsAndreas Almgren wins New York City Marathon on his debut, qualifies for 2028 Olympics
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.
Football
Netanyahu 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 politics
Autumn in SwedenForest walks, mushroom season and museum afternoonsThe forests turn gold, the crowds are gone and the museums have their new exhibitions. A good time for the cities, before the Christmas markets open.The best museums in Stockholm
City guideIllustrative photo: César Couto / UnsplashStockholm
The capital on fourteen islands, where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic.Restaurants 146Cafés 44Bars 44
The listPhoto: Hanay / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0The best museums in Stockholm
The Vasa Museum, Swedish Museum of Natural History and Cosmonova and 34 more36 museumsRanked
RestaurantPhoto: whiteguide.com via Visit Sweden's national API, CC BY 4.0 (cropped), CC BY 4.0Långbro Värdshus
Come for a seasonal meal outside Stockholm’s busy city centre, with Fruängen’s 1960s architecture nearby.Stockholm
Mon 2 NovIllustrative photo: Mark Asthoff / UnsplashThe Witcher In Concert
Annexet, StockholmMusic18:30 to 23:00
Event data: Visit Stockholm, Stockholm Business Region AB (CC BY 4.0)
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Sweden
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 politics
Zelenskyy 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.
Conflicts
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
Palantir beats third-quarter earnings and revenue forecasts as sales reach $2.31 billion
American AI software company Palantir beat expectations in its quarterly report on Monday evening.
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’s upbeat open fades as Nasdaq falls 1.1% ahead of Apple results
The trading week opened positively on the New York Stock Exchange. But despite falling oil prices, sentiment turned negative. Apple, one of the world’s most valuable listed companies, fell ahead of its quarterly report due out that 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.
BusinessTop news
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.
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Sports
Sweden Captain Ludvig Håkanson to Miss Crucial World Cup Qualifiers With Foot Injury
The Swedish basketball team will have to do without captain Ludvig Håkanson in the crucial World Cup qualifiers against Hungary and France. The key player injured his foot more than two weeks ago, he tells Aftonbladet. “It sucks,” Håkanson says.
SportsFour Swedes get wild cards for Stockholm Open tennis
Stockholm Open is among the last few events on the ATP Tour and therefore it is difficult to attract the best players on the tour, especially those who have already qualified for the ATP Playoffs.
SportsHäcken 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.
Football
Finland vows to oppose Russia’s return to the Ice Hockey World Championship, Denmark backs stance
The Finnish Ice Hockey Association 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.
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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.
TV & film
Martin Widmark wins major award for promoting reading among children
Children's book author Martin Widmark receives the joint industry prize of SEK 100,000 from the Swedish Graphic Arts and Media Companies.
Entertainment
The Grinch Comes to Sweden in First Nordic Stage Production
He is green, has a very small heart - and hates Christmas. Now Dr. Seuss' classic story about the Grinch is being staged for the first time in the Nordic countries.
Entertainment
Kanye West concerts in Russia canceled after criticism
Controversial rapper Kanye West's two concerts in Russia in October have been canceled, reports the Moscow Times.
Music
Sveriges Radio chief deeply concerned by BBC cutbacks
Cilla Benkö, CEO of Sveriges Radio, is deeply concerned about the BBC’s major savings.
Entertainment
This week’s films and series: Tom Cruise nearly unrecognizable in Digger, Cannes winner Fjord premieres in Sweden
Tom Cruise is barely recognizable in the drama "Digger" while "Fjord", which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, has its Swedish cinema premiere. Here are this week's films and series.
TV & film
Anne Hathaway on her dream year: It's been amazing
Anne Hathaway has had a stellar year with roles in the mega-hits “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “The Odyssey.” But the 43-year-old actor says she isn’t taking anything for granted.
TV & film
Swedish cinema attendance for local films halves as interest falls sharply between 2024 and 2025
Between 2024 and 2025, interest in Swedish cinemas plummeted. A new survey shows that the number of visits was cut in half, from around 2.3 million to around 1.1 million.
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Entertainment
The Grinch Comes to Sweden in First Nordic Stage Production
He is green, has a very small heart - and hates Christmas. Now Dr. Seuss' classic story about the Grinch is being staged for the first time in the Nordic countries.
EntertainmentKanye West concerts in Russia canceled after criticism
Controversial rapper Kanye West's two concerts in Russia in October have been canceled, reports the Moscow Times.
MusicSveriges Radio chief deeply concerned by BBC cutbacks
Cilla Benkö, CEO of Sveriges Radio, is deeply concerned about the BBC’s major savings.
EntertainmentThis week’s films and series: Tom Cruise nearly unrecognizable in Digger, Cannes winner Fjord premieres in Sweden
Tom Cruise is barely recognizable in the drama "Digger" while "Fjord", which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, has its Swedish cinema premiere. Here are this week's films and series.
TV & filmAnne Hathaway on her dream year: It's been amazing
Anne Hathaway has had a stellar year with roles in the mega-hits “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “The Odyssey.” But the 43-year-old actor says she isn’t taking anything for granted.
TV & filmSwedish cinema attendance for local films halves as interest falls sharply between 2024 and 2025
Between 2024 and 2025, interest in Swedish cinemas plummeted. A new survey shows that the number of visits was cut in half, from around 2.3 million to around 1.1 million.
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