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FBI Blames North Korean Hackers for $6.3 Billion Binance Crypto Heist

Poland’s Constitutional Court deadlock persists as EU urges president to approve judges

Protests at Poland’s Constitutional Court continued on Saturday. President Karol Nawrocki’s emergency meeting on the court does not appear to have resolved the deadlock, and the EU is now urging Nawrocki to approve the judges nominated by parliament.

Two contestants eliminated as Idol begins Saturday finals

After two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.

Four Elderly Residents Die After Norovirus Outbreak at Mölndal Nursing Home

Four elderly people died at a nursing home in Mölndal in January after an outbreak of norovirus, reports Göteborgs-Posten.

Judge Dismisses Trump’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against The Wall Street Journal Again, This Time With Finality

A federal judge in Florida has dismissed Donald Trump’s lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal for the second time this year.

Olivia Colman to receive Stockholm Achievement Award 2026

Oscar-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.

Truls Möregårdh rallies from 11–1 loss to beat Lin Shidong and reach Montpellier semifinals

Table 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.

Deep Purple Singer Ian Gillan Hospitalized, Two Concerts Canceled

Ian Gillan, lead singer of British rock band Deep Purple, has been hospitalized. The band is canceling two concerts because of his illness.

Four Elderly Residents Die After Norovirus Outbreak at Mölndal Nursing Home

Four elderly people died at a nursing home in Mölndal in January after an outbreak of norovirus, reports Göteborgs-Posten.

Study: AI Feedback Can Help People With Social Anxiety Almost as Much as a Therapist's

Anxiety decreases almost as much with feedback from AI as with feedback from a human therapist, new research from Stockholm University shows.

Left Party Website Hijacked to Show Ads for Indonesian Online Casinos

The Left Party’s website was hijacked on Saturday. Anyone who clicked on the page about party leader Nooshi Dadgostar was met with advertisements for Indonesian gambling sites.

Spectator in his 60s dies after being struck at rally near Nässjö

A man has died after being struck during a rally competition outside Nässjö. He was a spectator at the event.

Police Raid Cargo Ship Off Gotland Amid Reported Russia Links

Police carried out a raid on a cargo ship off Gotland overnight, TV4 reports. The ship’s shipping company has previously been investigated in connection with Russian hybrid attacks, according to information provided to the channel.

Sweden Democrats May Drop Demand for Ministerial Posts, Sources Say

The Sweden Democrats are considering dropping their demand for ministerial posts, sources tell Aftonbladet.

COP17 biodiversity summit ends with limited progress as critics warn time is running out for nature goals

COP17, the summit to protect biodiversity, is over, but critics say progress was limited. “Time is running out to achieve the goals governments around the world have set to reverse the nature crisis,” says Ulrik Westman, a representative of the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation.

Police investigate possible arson link after fires in Stockholm’s Södermalm district

Several fires in a short period on Södermalm in Stockholm have led police to suspect an arsonist is on the loose, TV4 Nyheterna and Expressen report.

Poland’s Constitutional Court deadlock persists as EU urges president to approve judges

Protests at Poland’s Constitutional Court continued on Saturday. President Karol Nawrocki’s emergency meeting on the court does not appear to have resolved the deadlock, and the EU is now urging Nawrocki to approve the judges nominated by parliament.

Judge Dismisses Trump’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against The Wall Street Journal Again, This Time With Finality

A federal judge in Florida has dismissed Donald Trump’s lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal for the second time this year.

Man dies in accident involving weights at Sats gym in Oslo

A man has died in an accident at a Sats gym in central Oslo.

Andy Burnham open to British apology for slave trade, rules out reparations

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is open to the idea of Britain apologising for its role in the slave trade, which enriched the country for centuries, but rules out financial compensation.

UN employee dies in Houthi captivity in Yemen, human rights chief calls for investigation

A UN employee detained by the Houthi movement in Yemen has died in captivity. The organization's human rights chief, Volker Türk, is calling for an investigation into his death.

Violence Erupts at Germany’s Gen Z Protests, With Stones Thrown at Police

Nearly 200,000 people demonstrated in Germany on Saturday in protests inspired by recent demonstrations in France. The protests turned violent in some cities during the evening.

Iran has no plans for new talks with the US, foreign minister says

Despite growing concerns that the war could resume, there are no plans for new talks between Tehran and Washington, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.

FBI Blames North Korean Hackers for $6.3 Billion Binance Crypto Heist

Binance to cover losses after $6.2 billion crypto theft, resume withdrawals Sunday

Hackers 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.

Extreme heat is forcing H&M to rethink clothing and collection timing

Recurring 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.

OpenAI Raises Less Than Half of $30 Billion Investment Goal, WSJ Reports

OpenAI 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.

Riksbank Rate Hike Expected Wednesday as Economists Warn of Tougher Times for Households

Three increases in the Swedish Central Bank’s key interest rate are on the horizon, experts say. Or four, if you look at what fixed-income traders are expecting. The first increase, from 1.75 to 2.00 percent, is expected as early as Wednesday.

Meta settles with 18-year-old over Instagram’s allegedly harmful algorithms days before trial

Meta settles with teenager who sued Instagram owner over harmful algorithms, days before trial.

Swedish Halloween spending forecast at 1.2 billion kronor

Sweden’s trade federation expects Halloween spending to reach about 1.2 billion kronor, and a Stockholm shop worker says the holiday is a major part of her store’s business. The forecast year and its dollar and pound equivalents still need to be established.

Securitas supplied surveillance equipment to notorious Turkish prison where Swedish journalist was detained

Swedish security company Securitas has been selling surveillance equipment to Turkish prisons for several years, according to an investigation by the French-German channel Arte, Sveriges Radio Ekot reports.

Two contestants eliminated as Idol begins Saturday finals

After two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.

Olivia Colman to receive Stockholm Achievement Award 2026

Oscar-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.

Deep Purple Singer Ian Gillan Hospitalized, Two Concerts Canceled

Ian Gillan, lead singer of British rock band Deep Purple, has been hospitalized. The band is canceling two concerts because of his illness.

Pernilla Wahlgren reunites with brothers Vito and Emilio Ingrosso on stage at Benjamin’s Malmö concert

Pernilla Wahlgren has reunited with her brothers Vito and Emilio Ingrosso. The trio performed their 1980s hit “Piccadilly Circus” to acclaim at her son Benjamin Ingrosso’s concert at Malmö Arena on Friday night.

Selma Blair apologizes after alleged outburst on plane, says she never meant to hurt anyone

American actor Selma Blair has apologized after being accused of assaulting people during a disturbance on a plane.

Cynthia Nixon Calls Tech Billionaires ‘Robber Barons’ of Our Time

Tech billionaires are the robber barons of our time. Cynthia Nixon doesn’t mince words when asked about the similarities between today’s America and the society depicted in the TV series “The Gilded Age.”

Married at First Sight participant Julia Jansson agrees with criticism that the show has become more like reality TV

This fall’s season of SVT’s “Married at First Sight” has been criticized for increasingly resembling a reality show. Participant Julia Jansson agrees with the criticism.

Louvre Reaches Deal With Unions, Averting Strike Threat After Months of Tension

While nationwide protests continue to threaten France, with the next action scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at least one contentious issue has been resolved at the country’s premier museum.

Sweden's All Saints' Day falls on Halloween in 2026

Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.

Skogskyrkogården’s 2026 programme and opening details

In Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.

Sweden Now Has the World’s Most Powerful Passport, New Ranking Shows.

Sweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026

Strawberries will be extra expensive for Midsummer celebrations

There are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.

Swedish pick and mix candy Conquers the USA

Swedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.

Sweden's World Cup Team: Expected Starting Lineup, Squad, and Clubs

Sweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.

K-Pop Fever Hits Stockholm: Gröna Lund Unveils Vibrant “K-Street” for 2026 Season

STOCKHOLM - A burst of neon, music and Korean pop culture is set to transform one of Sweden’s most iconic amusement parks this summer. Gröna Lund has introduced “K-Street,” a limited-edition, K-pop-inspired zone opening exclusively for the 2026 season.

Spring warmth tempts to tire change - but it can be too early

When the sun comes out and the temperature rises, many drivers are eager to switch to summer tires. But those who hurry too much can both break the law and be forced to make an expensive double change.