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All 69 victims of Spain train crash identified, authorities say

Anthony Elanga makes first start since injury as Newcastle lose to Everton

National team winger Anthony Elanga made his first start since returning from injury. He came close to earning Newcastle a point, but the team lost 1-0 at home to Everton in the Premier League.

Apple Beats Quarterly Expectations as Revenue Rises 12% to $114.48 Billion

Technology giant Apple beat expectations in its quarterly report after the New York Stock Exchange closed on Monday evening.

Palantir beats earnings and revenue expectations as shares rise after hours

American AI software company Palantir beat expectations in its quarterly report on Monday evening. Its shares are rising in after-hours trading.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

All 69 victims of Spain train crash identified, authorities say

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.

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.

At Least 26 Killed in Russian Airstrikes on Ukrainian Town of Komyshuvakha

At least 26 people were killed in massive Russian airstrikes on the small town of Komyshuvakha in Ukraine’s Zaporizhia region on Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, adding that the attacks once again showed Russia does not want to de-escalate the war.

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.

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).

Russia Formally Withdraws From European Anti-Torture Convention

Russia has formally withdrawn from the European Convention against Torture, The Kyiv Independent reports.

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.

Apple Beats Quarterly Expectations as Revenue Rises 12% to $114.48 Billion

Technology giant Apple beat expectations in its quarterly report after the New York Stock Exchange closed on Monday evening.

Palantir beats earnings and revenue expectations as shares rise after hours

American AI software company Palantir beat expectations in its quarterly report on Monday evening. Its shares are rising in after-hours trading.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Anthony Elanga makes first start since injury as Newcastle lose to Everton

National team winger Anthony Elanga made his first start since returning from injury. He came close to earning Newcastle a point, but the team lost 1-0 at home to Everton in the Premier League.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.