Malmö Beat Rögle 3-0 in Heated Derby After Sylvegård Clash During Warm-Up
The SHL derby between Rögle and Malmö was tense even before the match. Malmö then won the heated Skåne derby 3–0.
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France Faces Very High Risk of Riots at Saturday Protests, Interior Minister Warns
There is a high risk of riots and violence at new protests in France on Saturday, Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez warns. He says around 70,000 police officers and gendarmes have been deployed.
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Amazon shares fall more than 6% after revenue and earnings miss expectations
Technology giant Amazon reports lower-than-expected revenue for the third quarter.
Business
Team Wranå reach European Championship semifinals after fourth straight win
Sweden’s women’s curling team advanced to the semifinals of the European Championship in Ostrava, Czech Republic, after easily defeating Lithuania 10–4.
Sports
Anna Anvegård’s 94th-minute goal earns Häcken first Champions League point in 1-1 draw with Paris FC
Häcken have earned their first point in the Champions League. In the final minute, Anna Anvegård scored to secure a 1–1 draw away to Paris FC.
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Patrick Stewart, Star Trek and X-Men Actor, Dies at 86 After Short Illness
British actor Patrick Stewart, known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men", has died at the age of 86 after a short illness.
TV & film
Hammarby Beat Allsvenskan Leaders Sirius 2-0 to Close Gap to Three Points in Title Race
Hammarby are back in the title race after a 2-0 home win over league leaders Sirius in the Swedish Football League. The gap between the teams is now just three points with four rounds remaining. “We’re playing a fantastic game,” Hammarby goalscorer Paulos Abraham tells TV4 Play.
Football
Putin Welcomes Calls From Finland’s Stubb and Norway’s Støre and Says He Wants Dialogue With Europe
Vladimir Putin welcomes the decision by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Finnish President Alexander Stubb to call him, the Russian president said at a press conference in Moscow.
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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.
World
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
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.
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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
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.
Business
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.
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.
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Sports
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.
Football
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.
Sports
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
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.
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.
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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.
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Entertainment
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
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.
Music
Steve Ellis, Love Affair singer behind Everlasting Love, dies aged 76
Steve Ellis, who rose to fame as the lead singer of Love Affair, has died, The Guardian reports. The British artist was 76.
Music
Marie Silkeberg Wins This Year’s Bellman Prize for Poetry
Marie Silkeberg has been awarded this year’s Bellman Prize by the Swedish Academy. The prize is worth SEK 250,000.
Entertainment
Martha Stewart apologizes for Halloween costume portraying a homeless person
American lifestyle icon and multimillionaire Martha Stewart dressed up as a homeless person for Halloween. After facing strong criticism, she apologized.
Entertainment
Morgan Alling to play every role in The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared stage adaptation
When “The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared” returns to the stage, Morgan Alling will play all the roles. The premiere is scheduled for February 25 next year at Intiman in Stockholm.
Entertainment
Oboist Josef Wijk wins 2026 Anders Wall Music Prize for young wind musicians
Oboist Josef Wijk has been named Sweden’s most promising young wind musician. He will receive the Anders Wall Music Prize 2026, a further education scholarship worth 125,000 kronor. In the final, he performed Óscar Navarro’s “Legacy Concerto”.
Music
Nobel Week Lights 2025: Stockholm’s City Hall and Tensta illuminated by festival installations
A giant interactive carpet in Tensta, laser beams across the city’s night sky and luminous marine organisms are among the highlights of the seventh edition of the Nobel Week Lights festival.
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Amazon shares fall more than 6% after revenue and earnings miss expectations
Technology giant Amazon reports lower-than-expected revenue for the third quarter.
BusinessTeam Wranå reach European Championship semifinals after fourth straight win
Sweden’s women’s curling team advanced to the semifinals of the European Championship in Ostrava, Czech Republic, after easily defeating Lithuania 10–4.
SportsAnna Anvegård’s 94th-minute goal earns Häcken first Champions League point in 1-1 draw with Paris FC
Häcken have earned their first point in the Champions League. In the final minute, Anna Anvegård scored to secure a 1–1 draw away to Paris FC.
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Patrick Stewart, Star Trek and X-Men Actor, Dies at 86 After Short Illness
British actor Patrick Stewart, known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men", has died at the age of 86 after a short illness.
TV & filmHammarby Beat Allsvenskan Leaders Sirius 2-0 to Close Gap to Three Points in Title Race
Hammarby are back in the title race after a 2-0 home win over league leaders Sirius in the Swedish Football League. The gap between the teams is now just three points with four rounds remaining. “We’re playing a fantastic game,” Hammarby goalscorer Paulos Abraham tells TV4 Play.
FootballPutin Welcomes Calls From Finland’s Stubb and Norway’s Støre and Says He Wants Dialogue With Europe
Vladimir Putin welcomes the decision by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Finnish President Alexander Stubb to call him, the Russian president said at a press conference in Moscow.
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