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First Polling Stations Close in US Midterm Elections as Voters Decide Control of Congress

The first polling stations in the US midterm elections have closed, in parts of Kentucky and Indiana.

Canada Says Russia Will Not Compete at World Junior Hockey Championship Despite CAS Ruling

Russia will not be allowed to compete in the Junior World Championship in Canada in December and January, despite the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruling that the country could return to international ice hockey. This was announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Tesla registrations in Sweden jump 248% in October, while Volvo and Polestar show big losses.

Tesla registrations in Sweden more than tripled in October from a year earlier, according to Mobility Sweden. Fully electric cars made up just over half of new passenger-car registrations.

AMD beats quarterly expectations as revenue and data center sales surge, shares jump after hours

The major American chipmaker AMD is performing better than expected, according to its quarterly report, released after the New York Stock Exchange closed on Tuesday.

Manchester United Rally From 2-0 Down to Beat Roma After Tennis Ball Protest

Manchester United fans threw tennis balls onto the pitch at Old Trafford in protest as the struggling English side came from 2-0 down to beat Roma 3-2 in the Champions League.

AI Stocks Lifted the Nasdaq and S&P 500 as Apple Shares Fell After Results

The New York Stock Exchange was mostly subdued on Tuesday, as several AI-related stocks had a good day. But Apple shares fell after the company’s quarterly report.

Five Rescued in Pacific After Three Months Adrift, Four Still Missing

Five people have been rescued in the Pacific Ocean after being missing at sea for three months, several media outlets report.

World reknowned top chef Björn Frantzén hosts swedish TV show "100 knives" while opening his new restaurant Emberlin in Stockholm

Björn Frantzén has opened Emberlin, a grill restaurant at Stureplan, and is making his television debut in “100 knivar”. The chef, who has nine Michelin stars, says he could have 40 restaurants in five years.

Strängnäs Diocese Continues Review of Birgitta Ed’s Suitability to Serve as a Priest

The cathedral chapter of the Diocese of Strängnäs is continuing its investigation into whether Birgitta Ed, the wife of Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, is suitable to serve as a priest.

After Freezer Hacks, Cybersecurity Expert Warns Against Unnecessary Internet Connections

A day after a large number of fridges and freezers were hacked, it is still unclear who or what was behind the attacks. But it seems certain that similar things will happen in the future. “We will see more digital attacks that affect the physical world,” says cybersecurity expert David Jacoby.

Borås man jailed for embezzling nearly 2 million kronor from clothing company

A man in Borås transferred nearly two million kronor from his employer to himself over five years. He has now been sentenced to prison.

Uppsala circumcision investigation closed for two suspects; doctor remains under investigation

The preliminary investigation into two of the suspects following circumcisions in Uppsala has been closed, DN reports. The doctor remains a suspect.

51 days after Sweden’s election, here’s what happens next in the government formation process

More than seven weeks have passed since election day, and two prime ministerial candidates have been voted down so far. Here’s what happens next.

Doctor convicted of 10 more sexual offences against patients, but gets no extra prison time

A doctor is convicted of two more counts of rape against patients and eight counts of aggravated sexual assault, but receives no additional prison time.

ICA Recalls Nine Grill Brush Models Over Risk of Steel Bristles Getting Into Food

ICA is recalling nine models of grill brushes with steel bristles because the bristles can come loose and end up on the grill grate and in food.

SMHI Upgrades Lapland Mountains Weather Warning to Orange for Strong Winds and Snow

SMHI has upgraded its warning for severe weather in the Lapland mountains from yellow to orange for the coming days.

Tesla registrations in Sweden jump 248% in October, while Volvo and Polestar show big losses.

Tesla registrations in Sweden more than tripled in October from a year earlier, according to Mobility Sweden. Fully electric cars made up just over half of new passenger-car registrations.

AMD beats quarterly expectations as revenue and data center sales surge, shares jump after hours

The major American chipmaker AMD is performing better than expected, according to its quarterly report, released after the New York Stock Exchange closed on Tuesday.

AI Stocks Lifted the Nasdaq and S&P 500 as Apple Shares Fell After Results

The New York Stock Exchange was mostly subdued on Tuesday, as several AI-related stocks had a good day. But Apple shares fell after the company’s quarterly report.

BMW Cuts Profit Forecast for Second Time This Year as Costs Rise

German carmaker BMW has lowered its profit forecast, AFP reports. It is the second time this year that the company has issued a profit warning.

Holmen to lay off around 50 workers as it plans to close sawmill near Skellefteå

Forest industry group Holmen is laying off around 50 employees at its sawmill in Kroksjön, outside Skellefteå.

Taco Bell Sales Fall 4% After Lettuce-Linked Illness Outbreak, Then Recover in September

This summer’s outbreak of illness linked to pre-cut lettuce hit Taco Bell’s sales hard. However, the fast-food chain has since recovered.

Markets expect the Swedish Central Bank to raise rates more than any other major Western central bank

The market expects the Swedish Central Bank to raise the key interest rate at least four times - perhaps five - over the next year. That is more increases than expected in any other major Western economy.

Swedish Gasoline Prices Hit Lowest Level Since August After 95-Öre Cut

The price of gasoline will be cut by 95 öre per litre on Tuesday, bringing it to its lowest level since the end of August.

Canada Says Russia Will Not Compete at World Junior Hockey Championship Despite CAS Ruling

Russia will not be allowed to compete in the Junior World Championship in Canada in December and January, despite the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruling that the country could return to international ice hockey. This was announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Manchester United Rally From 2-0 Down to Beat Roma After Tennis Ball Protest

Manchester United fans threw tennis balls onto the pitch at Old Trafford in protest as the struggling English side came from 2-0 down to beat Roma 3-2 in the Champions League.

Sirius Return to the Top of the Allsvenskan With 2-0 Win Over Halmstad

Sirius handled the pressure. The Uppsala club are back in sole possession of the league lead after a 2-0 home win over second-placed Halmstad. “Three important points,” says Joakim Persson, who scored the second goal.

Former CAS Judge Says IIHF Cannot Keep Russia Out of World Championships Despite Boycotts

Six European national teams are boycotting matches against Russia at the World Championships. Despite this, the International Ice Hockey Federation will not ignore the CAS decision allowing Russia to compete. “That is completely out of the question,” former CAS arbitrator Conny Jörneklint tells TT.

Truls Möregårdh withdraws from Frankfurt World Tour event with shoulder overexertion

Table tennis star Truls Möregårdh is withdrawing from this week’s World Tour competition in Frankfurt because of an overstrained shoulder, SVT reports.

Svenska Spel Says CAS Ruling Allowing Russia Into Ice Hockey World Championship Tarnishes Sport

Several of ice hockey’s biggest sponsors welcome the Swedish Ice Hockey Association’s decision not to face Russia. At the same time, they criticise CAS’s decision to allow Russia to participate in the World Championship. “The decision by CAS tarnishes the sport,” Svenska Spel wrote to TT.

Hammarby’s 17-year-old talent Fanny Peterson to undergo knee surgery after ligament tear

With only two rounds left in the women's Swedish league, Hammarby has announced that 17-year-old talent Fanny Peterson has suffered a knee injury and will undergo surgery.

TV4 Reorganises Sports Coverage, Putting Six Positions at Risk

TV4 wants to reorganise its sports coverage. Six positions are affected, TV4 Nyheterna reports. Reporter Mattias Tjernström says the situation is uncertain and a bit strange.

World reknowned top chef Björn Frantzén hosts swedish TV show "100 knives" while opening his new restaurant Emberlin in Stockholm

Björn Frantzén has opened Emberlin, a grill restaurant at Stureplan, and is making his television debut in “100 knivar”. The chef, who has nine Michelin stars, says he could have 40 restaurants in five years.

Danish Broadcaster TV 2 Withdraws Show After Comedian Is Deceived for Months

A Danish comedian was deceived for months and unknowingly filmed for an entertainment program. After facing widespread criticism, Danish broadcaster TV 2 has backed down and withdrawn the program.

Philippe Jaenada wins Goncourt Prize for novel about unsolved 1949 murder of Louise Cansot

Neve Campbell Confirms She Will Return for Scream 8

Earlier this year, she returned as Sidney Prescott in “Scream 7.” Now, actress Neve Campbell confirms that she will also appear in an eighth installment of the horror franchise.

Paul Anka and Andy Garcia among Kennedy Center honorees as gala moves to arena

Singer Paul Anka and actor Andy Garcia, among others, will be honored at the Kennedy Center's annual awards gala, which for the first time will not be held at the iconic cultural center.

Gert Lengstrand, Streaplers Singer and Eurovision Songwriter, Dies at 84

Artist and songwriter Gert Lengstrand, former lead singer of Streaplers, has died. Among the many songs he wrote was Charlotte Perrelli’s Eurovision-winning song “Tusen och en natt.”

Georgi Gospodinov and translator Hanna Sandborgh win Stockholm literature prize for The Gardener and Death

The melancholic book of mourning *The Gardener and Death* has won the Kulturhuset Stadsteatern International Literature Prize. The prize is shared by Bulgarian author Georgi Gospodinov and translator Hanna Sandborgh.

Swedish Publishers Turn to AI for Romance and Crime Fiction Translations, Prompting Critics to Warn of Wider Impact

Novels should still be written by people. But Swedish publishers are using AI to translate romance and feel-good fiction, among other genres. The translations may be “good enough,” but is that what we should aim for? asks Anja Gatu, chair of the Swedish Writers’ Association.