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Four sentenced to long prison terms after 200 hand grenades found in Alingsås

Four people have been sentenced to long prison terms by Gothenburg District Court for, among other things, handling large quantities of hand grenades.

13 Charged in Suspected SEK 15 Million Pharmaceutical Fraud Targeting Swedish Regions

13 people have been indicted on suspicion of defrauding several regions of just over SEK 15 million through pharmaceutical fraud.

Man given suspended sentence over Hitler-faced apples and IS mannequin left outside Swedish ministers’ homes

A 43-year-old man was also convicted by the Court of Appeal for the high-profile stunts involving Hitler-faced apples and an IS doll, which targeted two ministers.

Sweden Democrats Deny Dropping Demand for Ministerial Posts in Government Talks

The Sweden Democrats deny reports that the party is ready to drop its demand for ministerial posts. “It’s completely false,” says press officer Oskar Cavalli-Björkman.

Bird Flu Risk Rises in Sweden as Temperatures Fall and Birds Migrate South

As temperatures drop and birds move to new areas, the risk of bird flu outbreaks increases, according to the Swedish Veterinary Institute (SVA).

Hack Disrupts Refrigerators and Freezers at Swedish Ica and Coop Stores

Several Ica and Coop stores have experienced problems with their refrigerators and freezers. Similar problems have been reported in Belgium and Luxembourg. The hack is not very sophisticated, so it may have been carried out by amateurs, says cybersecurity expert Emil Olofsson.

Israeli Military Ends Hebron Offensive and Withdraws Troops

Israel says it has ended its military offensive in Hebron, in the occupied West Bank. The operation was launched in response to the killing of two Israeli soldiers in October.

Karl Bushby Completes 28-Year Walk Home to Hull After Covering More Than 50,000 Kilometres

For 28 years, adventurer Karl Bushby has been walking home to Hull, UK. Today, he took his final steps. “I’m back,” he said, according to Sky News.

Melania Trump Says Oleshky Ceasefire Enabled Aid Delivery and Evacuation of Nearly 800 People

The ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky, in Ukraine’s Kherson region, was a success, according to US First Lady Melania Trump.

US reportedly proposes Russian gas sales to Europe via Ukraine using American intermediary

The United States wants Russia to be able to sell natural gas to Europe through pipelines in Ukraine, The Wall Street Journal reports.

Iran considering two-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US meets its demands

Iran is considering a “two-day plan” to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US agrees to its conditions, the Foreign Ministry in Tehran says.

Bangladesh Police Clash With Textile Workers Demanding Higher Wages

Textile workers in Bangladesh are protesting for higher wages. On Monday, security forces cracked down hard on the demonstrators.

Electric Cars Account for More Than Half of New Registrations in October

Electric cars are taking an increasing share of the market. In October, more than half of all newly registered passenger cars were electric.

Swedish Manufacturing PMI Hits Highest Level Since January 2022 as Industry Gains Momentum

Swedish industry is gaining momentum. The purchasing managers’ index rose to 60.5 in October, up from 58.5 in September.

Stockholm Stock Exchange Falls After Wall Street’s Sharp Decline

After Wall Street’s sharp decline on Friday, the Stockholm Stock Exchange is also falling. The OMXS index is down 0.5 percent.

Swedavia scraps plans for new pier at Arlanda Airport after analysis of future needs

Swedavia is scrapping plans to expand Arlanda Airport with a new pier. The Stockholm Chamber of Commerce says the announcement was necessary.

Studsvik Names Stefan Håkansson as New CEO, Replacing Karl Thedéen in February

Ryanair weighs wage freeze as rising oil prices threaten to add €2 billion in costs next year

Low-cost airline Ryanair is to introduce severe cost-cutting measures. Among the options: a wage freeze.

Connor McDavid’s Hot Start Has Him Chasing Wayne Gretzky’s NHL Scoring Record, Håkan Loob Says

Wayne Gretzky’s 40-year-old NHL scoring record is said to be impossible to beat. No one seems to have told Connor McDavid. He’s dominating the NHL right now, says Håkan Loob.

Victor Stjernborg and Filip Eriksson called up to Tre Kronor for four-nation tournament

Victor Stjernborg of Skellefteå and Filip Eriksson of Luleå have been called up to Tre Kronor's squad for this week's four-nation tournament.

Germany may withdraw as host of next year’s Ice Hockey World Championship after Russia’s return is approved

“Germany may withdraw from hosting next year’s Ice Hockey World Championship. We must, of course, consider that possibility,” Frank H. Lutz, CEO of the German Ice Hockey Association, told MagentaTV.

Falkenbergs FF coach Christoffer Andersson leaves after leading club to Allsvenskan promotion

Falkenbergs FF head coach Christoffer Andersson is leaving the club after leading the team to promotion to the Allsvenskan.

IFK Göteborg Questions Police Response to Derby, Nine Supporters Remanded in Custody

Things got chaotic during Sunday's derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg. Now the police response is being criticized by Blåvitt.

Leo Carlsson stays atop Ducks scoring as Anaheim rallies from 3-0 down to beat Ottawa 6-3

Leo Carlsson had three assists as Anaheim came back from a 3–0 deficit to beat Ottawa 6–3 in tonight’s NHL game.

Marie Silkeberg Wins This Year’s Bellman Prize for Poetry

Marie Silkeberg has been awarded this year’s Bellman Prize by the Swedish Academy. The prize is worth SEK 250,000.

Martha Stewart apologizes for Halloween costume portraying a homeless person

American lifestyle icon and multimillionaire Martha Stewart dressed up as a homeless person for Halloween. After facing strong criticism, she apologized.

Morgan Alling to play every role in The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared stage adaptation

When “The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared” returns to the stage, Morgan Alling will play all the roles. The premiere is scheduled for February 25 next year at Intiman in Stockholm.

Oboist Josef Wijk wins 2026 Anders Wall Music Prize for young wind musicians

Oboist Josef Wijk has been named Sweden’s most promising young wind musician. He will receive the Anders Wall Music Prize 2026, a further education scholarship worth 125,000 kronor. In the final, he performed Óscar Navarro’s “Legacy Concerto”.

Nobel Week Lights 2025: Stockholm’s City Hall and Tensta illuminated by festival installations

A giant interactive carpet in Tensta, laser beams across the city’s night sky and luminous marine organisms are among the highlights of the seventh edition of the Nobel Week Lights festival.

Swedish Film Institute Calls for Decision on New Film Heritage Centre Next Year

A decision on a new film heritage centre is needed as early as next year, the Swedish Film Institute says in a report to the government.

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.