Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries if the United States supplies Kyiv with Patriot missiles, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Fox News.
ConflictsSuper talent Kimi Antonelli finished third in the Mexican Grand Prix. The result makes the 20-year-old Mercedes driver the youngest Formula 1 world champion in history. The race in Mexico was won by Max Verstappen.
SportsThe Ukrainian Air Force is warning citizens that an air-raid alert app has been hacked. “There is no radiation threat! Stay calm!” the air force wrote in a message.
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Nine people have died after a private plane crashed into a residential area in Florida, US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced on X.
WorldDemocrat Haley Stevens lost the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat to Abdul El-Sayed. She is now endorsing the state’s Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politicsVictory in the New York Marathon brings nearly one million kronor in prize money. But the big money is likely still to come for Andreas Almgren after his success. “All doors will open,” says his manager, Daniel Wessfeldt.
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An explosion has occurred outside the entrance to an apartment building in Rosengård, Malmö, police say.
CrimeBulgaria’s incumbent president, Iliana Jotova, will remain in office. “Bulgaria chose the future over the past. They chose a clear path,” Jotova said in her victory speech.
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Left Party member Ali Mohamed, who is on leave from parliament, has called in sick.
Swedish politicsSocial Democratic Party leader Magdalena Andersson has asked for more time to explore the possibilities of forming a government. A first vote on the prime minister could still take place as early as this week.
Swedish politicsA German man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his partner at a summer house outside Hultsfred, Barometern reports.
CrimeThe Left Party is reporting the ministers for foreign affairs and justice to the Committee on the Constitution (the parliamentary oversight committee) over their handling of the trial of journalist Joakim Medin.
Swedish politicsThe red-green parties will summon Migration Minister Johan Forssell (M) and the Swedish Migration Agency to the Riksdag (the Swedish parliament) to ask questions about the deportation of teenagers.
Swedish politicsSMHI (Sweden’s Meteorological and Hydrological Institute) has issued a yellow warning for snowfall in northwestern Dalarna, Jämtland and Härjedalen.
SwedenFlu vaccine availability will be limited in several regions when annual vaccinations begin on November 2.
SwedenA 22-year-old Swedish citizen wanted internationally for several serious crimes has been arrested in Spain, police announced.
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Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries if the United States supplies Kyiv with Patriot missiles, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Fox News.
ConflictsThe Ukrainian Air Force is warning citizens that an air-raid alert app has been hacked. “There is no radiation threat! Stay calm!” the air force wrote in a message.
ConflictsDemocrat Haley Stevens lost the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat to Abdul El-Sayed. She is now endorsing the state’s Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politicsBulgaria’s incumbent president, Iliana Jotova, will remain in office. “Bulgaria chose the future over the past. They chose a clear path,” Jotova said in her victory speech.
ConflictsThe rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politicsThe flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
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The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
TechnologyHandelsbanken'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.
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Super talent Kimi Antonelli finished third in the Mexican Grand Prix. The result makes the 20-year-old Mercedes driver the youngest Formula 1 world champion in history. The race in Mexico was won by Max Verstappen.
SportsVictory in the New York Marathon brings nearly one million kronor in prize money. But the big money is likely still to come for Andreas Almgren after his success. “All doors will open,” says his manager, Daniel Wessfeldt.
SportsReigning champions Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 away in the Premier League. Afterwards, Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola said that striker Alexander Isak needs to start going to ground.
FootballAndreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon in his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
SportsBoth police officers and spectators were injured when unrest broke out in the stands during the Allsvenskan derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg. A total of 15 people have been arrested.
FootballVäxjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
Ice hockeyAndreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede crushed the opposition to win the major race on his marathon debut in a time of 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
SportsHammarby beat Swedish champions Uppsala 7–0 away, as expected. Despite the win, Häcken can secure the league title on its own on Monday.
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Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
EntertainmentAmerican film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & filmThe 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.
TV & filmAfter two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
MusicOscar-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.
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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.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in SwedenSweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
SwedenThere 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.
SwedenSwedish 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.
Living in SwedenSweden 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.
SwedenSTOCKHOLM - 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.
Living in SwedenWhen 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.
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A German man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his partner at a summer house outside Hultsfred, Barometern reports.
CrimeThe Left Party is reporting the ministers for foreign affairs and justice to the Committee on the Constitution (the parliamentary oversight committee) over their handling of the trial of journalist Joakim Medin.
Swedish politicsThe red-green parties will summon Migration Minister Johan Forssell (M) and the Swedish Migration Agency to the Riksdag (the Swedish parliament) to ask questions about the deportation of teenagers.
Swedish politicsSMHI (Sweden’s Meteorological and Hydrological Institute) has issued a yellow warning for snowfall in northwestern Dalarna, Jämtland and Härjedalen.
SwedenFlu vaccine availability will be limited in several regions when annual vaccinations begin on November 2.
SwedenA 22-year-old Swedish citizen wanted internationally for several serious crimes has been arrested in Spain, police announced.
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