Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede beat the competition to win the major race in his marathon debut, clocking 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.
SportsThe 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.
TechnologyThe 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.
WorldRussia's security service has detained a minor after the United States warned of a deadly attack in Moscow.
WorldTeam Oskar Eriksson bounced back immediately after losing in the semifinals. The Swedish men won the bronze medal match against hosts the Czech Republic, 6–4.
SportsTable tennis star Truls Möregårdh will not defend his title at the World Tour event in Montpellier. The Swedish world No. 4 lost 3–4 to Germany’s Patrick Franziska in the semifinals in a dramatic match.
SportsHammarby puts pressure on Sirius in the Allsvenskan title race. “Bajen” came from behind to beat Malmö FF 2-1 away and move top of the table, at least for a few days. “It was a stressful match,” match-winner Montader Madjed told TV4.
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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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The Ukrainian delegation has left the war-torn town of Oleshky in southern Ukraine, along with those who wanted to be evacuated, according to Ukrainian politician David Arakhamia.
WorldUS President Donald Trump canceled several campaign rallies ahead of the midterm elections but has reportedly changed his mind. A reporter who asked whether health concerns were behind the cancellations was berated in a clip that has gone viral. “I’m fine. You’re disgusting, get in shape, you look fucking awful,” Trump says.
WorldChinese state media has confirmed that even more high-ranking members of the ruling Communist Party have been expelled.
WorldThe Russian independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta is shutting down, its editorial team writes.
WorldWhat does “associate membership” in the EU actually mean? The Commission’s choice of words about Canada is causing irritation among member states, as the EU and Canada hold a summit.
WorldA total of 71 million Danish kroner intended for grenades for Ukraine instead went to an Italian company that has never manufactured them, Danwatch writes.
WorldA drone was shot down in Saudi Arabia's Mecca region on Friday, according to the Saudi-led coalition fighting the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen.
World3,560 people died as a result of air pollution from fires in Indonesia in September alone, a new report shows.
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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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Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede beat the competition to win the major race in his marathon debut, clocking 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.
SportsTeam Oskar Eriksson bounced back immediately after losing in the semifinals. The Swedish men won the bronze medal match against hosts the Czech Republic, 6–4.
SportsTable tennis star Truls Möregårdh will not defend his title at the World Tour event in Montpellier. The Swedish world No. 4 lost 3–4 to Germany’s Patrick Franziska in the semifinals in a dramatic match.
SportsHammarby puts pressure on Sirius in the Allsvenskan title race. “Bajen” came from behind to beat Malmö FF 2-1 away and move top of the table, at least for a few days. “It was a stressful match,” match-winner Montader Madjed told TV4.
SportsSweden 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.
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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.
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.
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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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The Ukrainian delegation has left the war-torn town of Oleshky in southern Ukraine, along with those who wanted to be evacuated, according to Ukrainian politician David Arakhamia.
WorldUS President Donald Trump canceled several campaign rallies ahead of the midterm elections but has reportedly changed his mind. A reporter who asked whether health concerns were behind the cancellations was berated in a clip that has gone viral. “I’m fine. You’re disgusting, get in shape, you look fucking awful,” Trump says.
WorldChinese state media has confirmed that even more high-ranking members of the ruling Communist Party have been expelled.
WorldThe Russian independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta is shutting down, its editorial team writes.
WorldWhat does “associate membership” in the EU actually mean? The Commission’s choice of words about Canada is causing irritation among member states, as the EU and Canada hold a summit.
WorldA total of 71 million Danish kroner intended for grenades for Ukraine instead went to an Italian company that has never manufactured them, Danwatch writes.
WorldA drone was shot down in Saudi Arabia's Mecca region on Friday, according to the Saudi-led coalition fighting the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen.
World3,560 people died as a result of air pollution from fires in Indonesia in September alone, a new report shows.
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