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1 day ago
Arsenal

Viktor Gyokeres 88th-minute winner against Denmark sends Sweden to the World Cup (Video) - Soccer News

fromSoccer News
1 day ago
Arsenal

Viktor Gyokeres 88th-minute winner against Denmark sends Sweden to the World Cup (Video) - Soccer News

English Premier League
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 week ago

Sweden World Cup 2026 squad: Graham Potter's latest selection ahead of the World Cup qualifying play-offs

Sweden's World Cup 2026 squad has been announced for upcoming play-off matches against Ukraine and potentially Poland or Albania.
#citizenship
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago
Europe politics

Swedish security police justify stance on citizenship transitional rules

Sweden's Sapo opposes transitional rules for citizenship due to lengthy threat identification processes and potential security risks.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Sweden to raise hurdles to gaining citizenship

Sweden tightens citizenship rules: residency increased to eight years, monthly income threshold 20,000 SEK, basic language and culture test, stricter rules for criminal records.
Education
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

'We can go elsewhere': Skilled workers question future in Sweden over citizenship reforms

Chandra and Vibha face uncertainty over Swedish citizenship due to sudden rule changes affecting their applications and those of many others.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

Swedish union leaders warn 'haphazard' citizenship reforms could harm international reputation

Support for transitional rules in Sweden's citizenship overhaul is crucial to maintain trust and attract skilled workers.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish security police justify stance on citizenship transitional rules

Sweden's Sapo opposes transitional rules for citizenship due to lengthy threat identification processes and potential security risks.
NYC parents
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

IN DATA: How many teen deportations are there in Sweden?

Teen deportations in Sweden involve young adults aged 18-20 facing permit refusals, often due to age or parental residency status changes.
#roony-bardghji
fromBarca Blaugranes
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Why Barcelona's Roony Bardghji was left out of Sweden squad for crucial World Cup play-off against Poland

fromBarca Blaugranes
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Why Barcelona's Roony Bardghji was left out of Sweden squad for crucial World Cup play-off against Poland

#alexander-isak
Liverpool FC
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Alexander Isak gives Liverpool boost with training return

Alexander Isak returns to Liverpool training after recovering from injury, boosting the team's Champions League hopes and coinciding with Sweden's World Cup qualification.
fromSoccer News
6 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

"He's smiling, he's so happy to be here" - Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson on Alexander Isak ahead of Slovenia clash (Video) - Soccer News

Liverpool FC
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Alexander Isak gives Liverpool boost with training return

Alexander Isak returns to Liverpool training after recovering from injury, boosting the team's Champions League hopes and coinciding with Sweden's World Cup qualification.
fromSoccer News
6 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

"He's smiling, he's so happy to be here" - Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson on Alexander Isak ahead of Slovenia clash (Video) - Soccer News

fromwww.thelocal.se
2 years ago

Why do Swedes celebrate holidays a day early?

Swedes celebrate the day before on Holy Saturday, with Easter services in the Swedish church often taking place in the evening. This tradition reflects a broader cultural practice of marking holidays the evening before the main day.
Europe news
#graham-potter
fromSoccer News
2 days ago
Europe news

Its the best night of my life - Potter revels in Swedens World Cup qualification - Soccer News

fromSoccer News
2 days ago
Europe news

Its the best night of my life - Potter revels in Swedens World Cup qualification - Soccer News

#world-cup
fromSoccer News
3 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Sweden 3-2 Poland: Gyokeres the hero as Potters team win thrilling World Cup play-off - Soccer News

from101GREATGOALS.COM
3 days ago
Europe news

World Cup qualifying play-offs: Gyokeres winner sends Sweden to North America, Turkey and Czech Republic also book places

Europe news
fromSoccer News
3 days ago

Viktor Gyokeres bags hat-trick in Sweden's qualifier triumph over Ukraine (Video) - Soccer News

Sweden secured a spot in the World Cup qualification playoffs finals by defeating Ukraine 3-1, with Viktor Gyokeres scoring all three goals.
Arsenal
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Why Viktor Gyokeres could lead Sweden to historic feat that NO ONE has ever done before

Sweden is one game away from qualifying for the World Cup after a strong performance in the qualifiers, despite finishing bottom of their group.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
3 days ago

Sweden 3-2 Poland: Gyokeres the hero as Potters team win thrilling World Cup play-off - Soccer News

Viktor Gyokeres scored the winning goal in the 88th minute, securing Sweden's place in the World Cup with a 3-2 victory over Poland.
from101GREATGOALS.COM
3 days ago
Europe news

World Cup qualifying play-offs: Gyokeres winner sends Sweden to North America, Turkey and Czech Republic also book places

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Sweden qualify for World Cup after Viktor Gyokeres hits late winner against Poland

Sweden secured a World Cup spot with a dramatic late winner from Viktor Gyokeres, overcoming a challenging qualifying campaign under Graham Potter's management.
fromSoccer News
3 days ago
Europe news

Viktor Gyokeres bags hat-trick in Sweden's qualifier triumph over Ukraine (Video) - Soccer News

Arsenal
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Why Viktor Gyokeres could lead Sweden to historic feat that NO ONE has ever done before

Sweden is one game away from qualifying for the World Cup after a strong performance in the qualifiers, despite finishing bottom of their group.
Juventus
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Turkiye and Sweden book World Cup 2026 spots as Kosovo and Poland bow out

Turkiye and Sweden secured spots in the FIFA World Cup 2026 after winning their playoff matches against Kosovo and Poland, respectively.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Blaugranes
3 days ago

Heartbreak for Robert Lewandowski as World Cup 2026 hopes ended by Sweden

Robert Lewandowski's chance to play in the 2026 World Cup ended after Poland lost to Sweden in the play-off final.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

Five ways in which Sweden's government is eroding the rule of law

Sweden is identified as a country experiencing a decline in democratic standards due to legislative abuse and restrictions on civic space.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

A ban on being Swedish? Minister rails against France's new snus ban

Swedes in France are distressed over a new law classifying tobacco-free nicotine pouches as dangerous, impacting their ability to use snus.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

Swedish government wants to renegotiate pay transparency directive

Sweden plans to delay and renegotiate the EU's Pay Transparency Directive, citing administrative burdens that threaten gender equality gains.
#viktor-gyokeres
Europe news
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Viktor Gyokeres' 'incredible' hat trick sees Sweden past Ukraine

Viktor Gyökeres scored a hat trick, leading Sweden to a 3-1 victory over Ukraine in the World Cup playoff.
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

Avalanche Buries 5 Snowmobilers Near Riksgransen, Sweden, Leaving One Seriously Injured - SnowBrains

"It was quite chaotic," mountain rescue operations manager Erik Lidström said in an interview with Swedish media outlet SVT.
Snowboarding
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish migration minister doesn't rule out meeting citizenship campaigners

Swedish Migration Minister Johan Forssell is aware of the Fair Transition campaign but has not committed to meeting with its representatives.
US Elections
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

How would you like The Local to cover the Swedish election?

The Local seeks feedback to enhance election coverage for Swedish voters and foreign residents ahead of the September 13th elections.
#immigration
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish government moves ahead with 'snitch law' bill to track down undocumented migrants

The government is implementing a proposal requiring state employees to report undocumented foreigners to police, amid concerns over a growing shadow society.
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

This summer, Sweden could start revoking residence permits over 'poor conduct'

Migration Minister Johan Forssell stated, 'If you for example neglect to pay your debts, if you don't follow decisions by Swedish authorities, if you cheat on benefits or if you cheat in order to get a Swedish residence permit well, then you don't have the right to be here.'
Europe politics
Privacy professionals
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish Migration Agency stops automatically taking passports in citizenship cases

Sweden's Migration Agency has changed its process to request passports later in citizenship applications, easing travel for applicants.
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 weeks ago

Sweden developing state-issued alternative to BankID

BankID is used to quickly and securely identify yourself and access a wide variety of basic services in Sweden, from online shopping checkouts to appointment bookings in the 1177 healthcare service system. The challenge for foreigners in Sweden is that a BankID can only be obtained by opening a bank account and opening a bank account is one of the services usually done via a BankID.
EU data protection
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla seeks approval to test FSD Supervised in Jonkoping, Sweden

Tesla applied to test Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in Jönköping, Sweden, with trained safety drivers controlling vehicles during trials.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Worst skis I ever had': Swedish biathletes blame poor Olympic form on waxing team

Sweden's biathletes have struggled to deliver medals at the Winter Olympics and on Friday they finally ran out of patience with their waxing team, blaming a bad job on their skis for an embarrassingly poor performance in the men's mass start. Often among the favourites in biathlon events, the Swedes had a dismal day in the final men's race of the Games,
Miscellaneous
#olympic-womens-hockey
National Hockey League
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

2026 Olympics: USA hockey gets stiff quarterfinal test in Sweden | amNewYork

United States faces Sweden in a high-stakes quarterfinal after dominating preliminaries, relying on Matthews and Tkachuk amid questions about full 60-minute consistency.
#2026-winter-olympics
fromRMNB
1 month ago
National Hockey League

Italy, who has 0 NHL players, nearly pulls off upset of Sweden in Olympic hockey opener

fromRMNB
1 month ago
National Hockey League

Italy, who has 0 NHL players, nearly pulls off upset of Sweden in Olympic hockey opener

Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Winter Olympics: USA reach women's ice hockey final with rout of Sweden

United States women's hockey team defeated Sweden 5-0 to reach the Olympic gold-medal game, positioning for a likely seventh title against Canada.
fromTheLeafsNation
1 month ago

Olympic Hockey: Slovakia loses to Sweden, in pole position to win Group B

Entering Saturday's action, Sweden needed to win by three goals or greater to secure the top place in Group B. Slovakia won its previous two games, and held a commanding divisional lead. Dalibor Dvorsky scored for Slovakia with 39 seconds left, to preserve its entry into the quarterfinal. If Finland defeats Italy in regulation, Slovakia will capture Group B. Any other result, and Sweden will win the group.
National Hockey League
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
1 month ago

Olympic Hockey: William Nylander commands Sweden into pivotal clash vs. Slovakia

Sweden lost 4-1 to Finland despite Nylander's assist; Slovakia leads the group while group winners and the best second-place team advance to quarterfinals.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Why Europe Is Talking About Nukes

Sweden abandoned its postwar nuclear-weapons program in the 1960s under U.S. pressure and is now reconsidering nuclear planning with NATO, Britain, and France.
#tesla
fromTESLARATI
4 months ago
Cars

Tesla FSD approved for testing in Nacka, Sweden, though municipality note reveals aggravating detail

fromTESLARATI
4 months ago
Cars

Tesla FSD approved for testing in Nacka, Sweden, though municipality note reveals aggravating detail

National Hockey League
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Sharks center saw his idols win Olympic gold 20 years ago. Can he do the same?

Alex Wennberg, 31, is representing Sweden at his first Olympics, pursuing a likely last chance for gold while contributing as a defensive, versatile center.
World news
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Swedish siblings win gold in Olympics mixed doubles curling

Sweden's siblings Isabella and Rasmus Wranå won Olympic mixed doubles curling gold, defeating the United States 6-5 at Milan Cortina.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Unlicensed Gambling Continues to Grow in Sweden Ahead of 2026, Despite Tighter Regulations

January 2027 will see the introduction of a new law in Sweden, which targets the location of a player using online gambling services. This will counteract a loophole, which it is believed is facilitating rapidly falling channelisation rates in the country. It will be supported by the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling, though warnings have been made about how it will have little impact if overregulation burdens current operators.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

She moved from California to Sweden in search of a new adventure. She wasn't prepared for the quiet.

There are few things Arabella Carey Adolfsson enjoys more than going fishing near her lakeside home in Sweden during the summertime, or getting her camera out and taking photographs of the natural beauty surrounding her. She and her husband Stefan, a Swede, often take their boat out from Torpon, the island where they live, onto the waters of Lake Sommen, savoring the picturesque views of the surrounding fields, forests and cliffs.
Travel
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

In search of Sweden's lost empathy

Sweden's historic welcoming, empathetic stance toward refugees has eroded amid rising racism, Islamophobia, right-wing politics, and policies undermining inclusion and solidarity.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 months ago

Swede suspected of spying for Russia, prosecutor says

A 33-year-old Swedish IT consultant was arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia and is charged with assisting Russia's intelligence service.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Arsenal sign Sweden teenager Holmberg

Arsenal signed 19-year-old Sweden right-back Smilla Holmberg from Hammarby on a long-term contract; she has nine caps and multiple domestic titles.
National Hockey League
fromPuck Prose
3 months ago

World Juniors post-Preliminary Round Power Rankings: Where do the hosts fit in? And who is the true dark horse?

Canada shows its best offensive form in years and looks poised for a deep 2026 World Juniors run; Sweden recovered to avoid early elimination.
fromPuck Prose
3 months ago

2026 World Juniors Preliminary Round Preview: Group A Edition

That said, I do think it will come down to the wire. Why I say that is because the United States and Sweden, who I think are the second-most-likely team to top the group, don't play each other until the final day of preliminary round action. Barring any major upsets, the Sweden-United States game on New Year's Eve should decide who tops Group A and who comes second.
National Hockey League
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Vibe-coding startup Lovable raises $330M at a $6.6B valuation | TechCrunch

Lovable raised $330M Series B at a $6.6B valuation after rapid growth to $200M ARR, expanding enterprise features and platform infrastructure.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 months ago

Sweden Confirms Citizen Detained In Iran On Allegations Of Spying For Israel

An Iranian-Swedish dual national is detained in Iran, accused of spying for Israel and represented by legal counsel, with Sweden in contact with his family.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Ready to murder?'

Stockholm, Sweden - It's a sunny summer morning in the historic university city of Uppsala in central Sweden. Two teenage boys glide past a plaza filled with cafes and toward the sleek glass facade of the newly renovated railway station on electric scooters, their dark tracksuits hanging loosely on their slight frames. At about 9am, the boys board a train for the three-hour journey north to the small coastal city of Sundsvall, tucked between the Baltic Sea and rolling forests of pine and birch.
Miscellaneous
fromresund Startups
3 months ago

Proplab raises 400K in Follow-on Round

Helsingborg-based proptech AI startup Proplab continues to build momentum. After opening up their platform for residential real estate this fall, the company has seen rapid growth, now with 100+ broker offices connected across Sweden, on top of their existing commercial property clients. Over the past months, Proplab has established a collaboration with a major brokerage chain and another one is now on the way in. Their traction is clear, revenues more than doubled from October to November this year.
Real estate
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Triple Murderer Spotted at Protest Working as 'Journalist'

Ricard Nilsson, convicted of three 1999 murders and released after two decades, now works as a journalist and was seen at a Swedish protest.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Rising levels of hate forcing women out of Swedish public life, says equality agency

Hate, threats and harassment against female politicians deter women from politics, cause self-censorship, and threaten democratic equality and representation.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Sweden promises action against illegal sex doll sales

Sweden will block online sales of childlike sex dolls and monitor e-commerce compliance, while The Independent solicits donations to fund paywall-free investigative journalism.
fromTESLARATI
4 months ago

Tesla Sweden faces fresh union blockade at key Gothenburg paint shop

IF Metall's latest notice ordered a full work stoppage for all Tesla-related activity at Allround Lack. With the blockade in place, paint jobs on Tesla-owned vehicles, factory-warranty repairs, and transport-damage fixes, will be effectively frozen, as noted in a report from Dagens Arbete. While Allround Lack is a small paint shop, its work with Tesla means that the blockade would add challenges to the company's operations in Sweden, at least to some degree.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Here in Sweden, the Vikings are back. And this time they're searching for stability in a chaotic age | Siri Christiansen

Hail Thor! The priestess and her heathens, standing in a circle, raised their mead-filled horns. We were gathered in an unassuming spot in a pine forest outside Stockholm. This was our temple, and the large, mossy stone before us was our altar. I was relieved to see that the animal-based sacrificial offerings were long-dead and highly processed. A bearded man reached his tattooed arms into his backpack and raised a red, horseshoe-shaped sausage to the sky.
Writing
#switzerland
fromSoccer News
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Potter loses first game with Sweden as Switzerland, Austria close in on World Cup - Soccer News

fromSoccer News
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Potter loses first game with Sweden as Switzerland, Austria close in on World Cup - Soccer News

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Why has Sweden's World Cup bid gone wrong and can Potter save them?

Sweden's talented attack has underperformed, leaving them bottom of World Cup qualifying group and reliant on Nations League-based play-offs under new manager Graham Potter.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
4 months ago

Prediction: Switzerland vs Sweden - Soccer News

Switzerland are unbeaten Group B leaders with strong defense and favored to beat struggling Sweden, whose World Cup hopes are precarious under coach Graham Potter.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 months ago

Denmark and Sweden fail in attempts to annul EU-regulated minimum wage

Denmark and Sweden failed to fully annul the EU minimum wage directive but remain likely unaffected after the ECJ struck down provisions allowing direct government wage-setting intervention.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Sweden may jail 13-year-olds what about other EU states? DW 11/03/2025

Sweden will lower the age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 13 for the most serious crimes to counter gang use of young minors.
Startup companies
fromresund Startups
4 months ago

Private Equity Giant Accell-KKR Acquires Eletive

Eletive was acquired by Accell-KKR after growing to 100 million SEK ARR through organic, profitable expansion, delivering strong returns to investors.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
5 months ago

80 Golden Dragon electric buses enter operation in Sweden (via Eurobus Nordic) - Sustainable Bus

Eighty Golden Dragon battery-electric buses entered service in Sweden after factory acceptance, adapted for sub‑20°C operation, with Eurobus Nordic collaboration and future Nordic-focused models planned.
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 months ago

Two years in, Swedish union has no plans to stop Tesla strike

"That is what we demanded two years ago and that is what we are demanding today,"
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 months ago

Sweden's Moderates to vote on pushing for Euro membership

The board of Sweden's ruling Moderate is calling on the party to vote on launching an inquiry into switch from the krona to the euro, although the party's vice-chair, finance minister Elisabeth Svantesson, doesn't think it will happen any time soon. An inquiry as to whether Sweden should join the Euro is among the points the party board has put on the agenda for discussion at the party's annual congress in Vasteras between October 23rd and October 26th.
Miscellaneous
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Ukraine just took a big step toward buying as many as 150 Gripen fighter jets built to battle Russia

Ukraine and Sweden signed a letter of intent for up to 150 JAS 39 Gripen E fighters, advancing Ukraine's air force modernization.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
5 months ago

World Cup qualifying: Pressure rises on Sweden after second Kosovo loss - Soccer News

Sweden lost 1-0 to Kosovo and remain bottom of Group C in World Cup qualifying, making qualification unlikely.
Environment
fromSustainable Bus
5 months ago

Ekoenergetyka and Gito launch high-power charging station in Angelholm, Sweden - Sustainable Bus

Ekoenergetyka and Gito opened a high-power EV charging station in Ängelholm with two Axon Side DLBS units and four SAT600 satellites for heavy-duty vehicles.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
5 months ago

Watch Sweden vs Switzerland: TV & streaming info as Alexander Isak's side host Group B leaders in World Cup qualifying

With a single point to their names, Sweden have work to do to secure their qualification for the World Cup. Friday night sees the visit of Switzerland to the outer Stockholm suburbs and it's the visitors who have a firm grip of Group B. Murat Yakin's side won their two previous qualifiers without conceding a goal. A Sweden squad boasting Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres and Anthony Elanga will believe they can upset that record.
Soccer (FIFA)
Miscellaneous
fromBitcoin Magazine
6 months ago

Is Sweden About To Stockpile Bitcoin? Lawmakers Push For Country Reserve

Two Swedish MPs proposed investigating a national Bitcoin reserve while urging retention of the current legal tender definition and framing Bitcoin as digital gold.
fromwww.thelocal.com
6 months ago

Denmark accepts Swedish anti-drone help for EU summit in Copenhagen

Sweden has offered to lend Denmark a military anti-drone capability. Denmark has naturally accepted,
Miscellaneous
Cars
fromTESLARATI
6 months ago

Used Tesla prices in Sweden are soaring again as demand rises

Used Tesla prices in Sweden rose almost 10% between June and August, reviving demand and helping a major used-EV retailer return to profitability.
Public health
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Sweden becomes the first country to be available on prescription

Sweden can be prescribed by GPs as a restorative destination offering nature, culture, and social activities with documented health benefits to improve patient wellbeing.
fromConsequence
6 months ago

Refused Announce Last-Ever Shows, Unveil Plans to Form New Band with Same Members

Hello, this is David speaking. A few people have insinuated that like some other bands who, in the fashion of the great Larry David, quit with bells, whistles (and blood raining from a lacerating sky) only to return within a few years as if nothing had happened, Refused would do the same. Well, we won't, and i feel the need to elucidate.
Music
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Sweden to implement nationwide mobile phone ban in schools

Sweden will require all schools and after-school clubs to collect and hold students' mobile phones until the end of each school day from autumn 2026.
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