Handelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
BusinessThe Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
PoliticsAmerican film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
EntertainmentAfter decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
SwedenSweden wants to keep Russians out of this winter’s World Ski Championships in Falun. The signals are not well received in Russia. “Such uncertainty naturally causes concern for us,” Russian skier Jelena Välbe tells Norwegian newspaper Nettavisen.
SportsBritish police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
WorldThe scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
SwedenFrench prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
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The Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
PoliticsAfter decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
SwedenThe scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
SwedenA man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape in Umeå, police said.
SwedenSeven weeks have passed since election day. Here are the developments in the government formation process - and what is happening now.
PoliticsThe Speaker's announcement that he would try the C leader as prime minister has been met with criticism. The parties are upset and surprised, and so on, but the important thing is that there will be a vote, says political scientist Jonas Hinnfors.
PoliticsA hunter in Sollefteå municipality has shot a bear that attacked him, Tidningen Ångermanland reports.
SwedenNew technology has quietly revolutionized the police’s ability to identify suspects from complex DNA traces. Since spring 2025, the number of search hits has increased by 150 percent. “This has had a very significant effect,” says Staffan Jansson of the National Forensic Centre (NFC).
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British police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
WorldFrench prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
WorldPortuguese police have stormed tent camps in Lisbon and Porto set up in protest against soaring housing prices. Thirteen people have been arrested, and several are reported to have been injured.
WorldViolence erupted in several places in Germany during large demonstrations on Saturday. In Frankfurt, masked demonstrators threw Molotov cocktails, smashed shop windows and looted stores.
WorldPresident Donald Trump has shut out European election observers and sought to limit mail-in voting ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Some groups are increasingly concerned that Trump will claim election fraud, as he did in 2020. People still have vivid memories of the January 6 storming of Congress, says Kate Mason, a lawyer who works on election security in Michigan.
WorldPresident Donald Trump says Flávio Bolsonaro, who lost Brazil's presidential election, can stay in the United States “as long as he wants.”
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Handelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
BusinessThe number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
BusinessThe decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessThe European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
BusinessBinance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
TechnologyHackers stole nearly $6.2 billion worth of assets from cryptocurrency exchange Binance earlier this week. The company has now announced that it will cover the financial losses.
BusinessRecurring heatwaves and extreme heat are posing new challenges for the fashion industry. Which materials and garments work best, and when should fall and winter collections be launched? H&M is one of several companies trying to find answers.
BusinessOpenAI has raised less than half of the $30 billion it is seeking in its new investment round, sources told the Wall Street Journal. The tech giant is now reportedly lowering its target.
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Sweden wants to keep Russians out of this winter’s World Ski Championships in Falun. The signals are not well received in Russia. “Such uncertainty naturally causes concern for us,” Russian skier Jelena Välbe tells Norwegian newspaper Nettavisen.
SportsIrish middle-distance runner Ciara Mageean has died of cancer, her family announced on Sunday. She was 34.
SportsTeam Isabella Wranå kept its cool throughout. Sweden’s women won the European Championship gold medal after crushing Switzerland 7–2 in the final in Ostrava, Czech Republic.
SportsSHL club Linköping parts ways with assistant coach Mattias Zackrisson.
SportsRögle's Daniel Zaar received a match penalty for a hit to the head in Saturday's SHL game against Örebro. He has now been suspended for four games.
SportsIt wouldn't work. Oliver Solberg was born prematurely, and doctors said an elite sports career was impossible. But he has proved them wrong and came within seconds of winning rally World Championship gold a few weeks ago. Now he aims to follow in his father's footsteps next year.
SportsToronto bounced back from two straight losses with a 4-2 road win over Vancouver last night. Swedish NHL star William Nylander scored and assisted for the winners.
SportsTable tennis star Truls Möregårdh has reached the semifinals of the World Tour event in Montpellier. The world number four beat Chinese player Lin Shidong 4–3 in a thrilling match, despite being outplayed at times.
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American film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
EntertainmentThe year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
EntertainmentHeidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
EntertainmentThere has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
EntertainmentAfter two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
EntertainmentOscar-winning British actress Olivia Colman will receive the Stockholm Achievement Award 2026 and attend the Stockholm International Film Festival for Wicker's Nordic premiere. The darkly humorous love story also features Alexander Skarsgård, Gustav Lindh, Peter Dinklage and Elizabeth Debicki.
EntertainmentIan Gillan, lead singer of British rock band Deep Purple, has been hospitalized. The band is canceling two concerts because of his illness.
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Great to have facts about Sweden to impress your friends or to just refresh your memory.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, meatballs are considered comfort food and a candidate for a national dish.
Living in SwedenHave you been called by people speaking English or another language, asking for personal information about you or even asking for your bank ID after a while?
Living in SwedenWhen people in Sweden have the means, they are happy to help support charitable organizations.
Living in SwedenThe time for hiking in the Swedish mountains is approaching its absolute peak season. The visitor group that is increasing the most is new and inexperienced mountain tourists, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Before hiking in the mountains, you can try to simulate it at home. Pack your backpack, put on the clothes you intend to hike in and head out into the forest, preferably where it's hilly, says Åsa Magnusson, mountain leader at Friluftsfrämjandet.
Living in SwedenThe 2024 Olympics will be the third time that Paris, France hosts the games (previously in 1900 and 1924). This year, for the first time, there will be an equal number of female and male athletes competing. The sport making its Olympic debut is breaking (dancing)
Living in SwedenAre you looking to educate yourself or on your way to advancing in your career? We list here the highest-paid jobs in Sweden according to statistics from the [SCB](https://www.scb.se/hitta-statistik/statistik-efter-amne/arbetsmarknad/loner-och-arbetskostnader/lonestrukturstatistik-hela-ekonomin/pong/tabell-och-diagram/yrken-med-hogst-genomsnittlig-manadslon/).
Living in SwedenHave you noticed that the art at some subway stations in Stockholm changes?
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Have you been called by people speaking English or another language, asking for personal information about you or even asking for your bank ID after a while?
Living in SwedenWhen people in Sweden have the means, they are happy to help support charitable organizations.
Living in SwedenThe time for hiking in the Swedish mountains is approaching its absolute peak season. The visitor group that is increasing the most is new and inexperienced mountain tourists, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Before hiking in the mountains, you can try to simulate it at home. Pack your backpack, put on the clothes you intend to hike in and head out into the forest, preferably where it's hilly, says Åsa Magnusson, mountain leader at Friluftsfrämjandet.
Living in SwedenThe 2024 Olympics will be the third time that Paris, France hosts the games (previously in 1900 and 1924). This year, for the first time, there will be an equal number of female and male athletes competing. The sport making its Olympic debut is breaking (dancing)
Living in SwedenAre you looking to educate yourself or on your way to advancing in your career? We list here the highest-paid jobs in Sweden according to statistics from the [SCB](https://www.scb.se/hitta-statistik/statistik-efter-amne/arbetsmarknad/loner-och-arbetskostnader/lonestrukturstatistik-hela-ekonomin/pong/tabell-och-diagram/yrken-med-hogst-genomsnittlig-manadslon/).
Living in SwedenHave you noticed that the art at some subway stations in Stockholm changes?
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