Sweden

On August 21, 2026, an 18-year-old former student armed with a sword attacked people at a secondary school in Fagersta, Sweden, seriously injuring at least two underage boys and causing minor injuries to a third. Police shot the suspect in the leg and arrested him. A large emergency response, including a helicopter and special forces, ensued. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and other leaders expressed condolences. The suspect reportedly has prior assault convictions and a mental illness. The motive remains unknown.

9 reports · 2 sources · Updated Aug 22, 03:08 PM UTC

Tesla resolved Sweden’s longest modern labor conflict by paying severance packages to all striking IF Metall union members, ending the strike on August 19, 2026. The dispute began in October 2023 over Tesla’s refusal to sign a collective agreement, sparking sympathy actions across the Nordics. The buyout, totaling over six million euros for 80 workers, left the union’s core demand unmet. Tesla avoided setting a precedent for European labor costs amid thinning profit margins.

5 reports · 3 sources · Updated Aug 15, 10:46 PM UTC

Tottenham Hotspur have received a major fitness boost as midfielder Dejan Kulusevski has returned to full training after being sidelined for 14 months. The 26-year-old Swedish international suffered a right patella injury in a collision with Marc Guehi during a Premier League match against Crystal Palace in early May 2025. The cartilage injury proved tricky, with multiple setbacks preventing his recovery in time for the 2026 World Cup. Kulusevski missed the entire 2025/26 season and was not part of Spurs' pre-season tour squad for New Zealand and Australia. Club insider Szyexcl confirmed his return to full training at Hotspur Way. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has emphasized a cautious approach to reintegration, stating Kulusevski remains central to long-term plans but his fitness must be handled with care. Fans are optimistic but expect a gradual return to competitive action.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 29, 08:44 PM UTC

Nadara, a next-generation independent power producer, has secured approximately €1.2 billion ($1.36 billion) in pan-European platform refinancing for its portfolio of 47 wind and solar photovoltaic plants across Finland, France, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, and the UK. The assets, comprising 34 onshore wind farms and 13 solar PV plants with a combined capacity of 1.5GW, will be consolidated under a single financing structure. The transaction aims to enhance financial flexibility, support continued growth, and unlock capital from mature projects to reinvest in new clean energy initiatives such as repowering, hybridisation, and battery storage. A group of commercial lenders provided the refinancing, which Nadara describes as a landmark step in its post-merger development and a contribution to Europe's net-zero goals.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 02:55 PM UTC

Nadara, a next-generation independent power producer, has secured approximately €1.2 billion ($1.36 billion) in pan-European platform refinancing for its portfolio of renewable energy projects. The financing covers 47 wind and solar photovoltaic plants with a combined capacity of 1.5GW, located across Finland, France, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, and the UK. The transaction consolidates and refinances operating renewable assets, creating a scalable platform for growth. It strengthens financial flexibility and capacity to expand the multi-technology portfolio, which includes 34 onshore wind farms and 13 solar PV plants. Nadara CFO Paolo Rundeddu called it a landmark moment two years post-merger, enabling mature projects to fund future clean energy initiatives. The new framework allows integration of additional assets and pursuit of repowering, hybridisation, and battery storage opportunities. A group of commercial lenders supplied the refinancing, which aims to accelerate new renewable capacity deployment and secure long-term asset growth.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 02:55 PM UTC

Poland has finalized a firm order with Saab for three A26-type (Blekinge-class) submarines under the long-running Orka program, valued at approximately SEK 47 billion (€4.26 billion). The contract includes a weapons package with light and heavy torpedoes, undisclosed missile integration, and a training/support package. As an interim measure, Poland will lease the Swedish submarine HMS Södermanland, an A-17 class boat with AIP propulsion, with training starting in August 2026. Deliveries of the new submarines are scheduled between 2031 and 2038, with the first possibly being the diverted second Swedish hull, HMS Skåne. The deal also includes Polish-Swedish cooperation on a submarine rescue vessel under the Ratownik program.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 08:33 AM UTC

Poland has finalized a firm order with Saab for three A26-type (Blekinge-class) submarines under the long-running Orka program, valued at approximately SEK 47 billion (€4.26 billion). The contract includes a weapons package with light and heavy torpedoes, undisclosed missile integration, and a training/support package. As an interim measure, Poland will lease the Swedish submarine HMS Södermanland, an A-17 class boat upgraded with air-independent Stirling propulsion, with training starting in August 2026. Deliveries of the new submarines are scheduled between 2031 and 2038, with the first possibly being the Swedish hull HMS Skåne diverted to Poland. The deal also includes a framework for Polish-Swedish cooperation on a new submarine rescue vessel under Poland's Ratownik program.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 08:33 AM UTC

Poland has finalized a long-running Orka submarine program with a firm order to Saab for three A26-type (Blekinge-class) submarines, valued at approximately SEK 47 billion (€4.26 billion). Deliveries are scheduled between 2031 and 2038. The deal includes a weapons package, training and support, and the lease of the older HMS Södermanland as an interim boat to train Polish crews starting August 2026. The lease ensures continued NATO AIP submarine presence in the Baltic Sea. The contract also involves Polish-Swedish cooperation on a submarine rescue vessel. There is discussion of diverting the second Swedish hull (HMS Skåne) to become Poland's first boat to meet the 2031 delivery timeline.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 08:33 AM UTC

Social media influencer and crypto investor Carl Runefelt, known online as 'The Moon,' sold two Ferraris worth a total of $2.5 million to buy Bitcoin during a price dip. Runefelt, who claims he dropped out of high school and worked as a supermarket cashier before investing in Bitcoin, revealed the move on his podcast 'The Moon Show' on July 24, 2026. He cited Bitcoin's 200-week moving average as a 'most reliable' signal, noting historical instances where Bitcoin surged after trading near this level, such as during the March 2020 pandemic crash when Bitcoin fell below $4,000 before reaching $64,860 in April 2021. Runefelt said he placed multiple limit orders to build an average entry price, but warned against highly leveraged positions as Bitcoin could decline further before rebounding. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $64,410.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 06:30 PM UTC

At a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Secretary General Mark Rutte announced formal negotiations with Sweden’s Saab to acquire up to ten GlobalEye surveillance aircraft, replacing the alliance’s 14 aging Boeing E-3A Sentry AWACS planes. The decision, driven by the US cancellation of its own Boeing E-7 Wedgetail order, marks the first time since 1988 that a non-American manufacturer will supply NATO’s core airborne early warning capability. The GlobalEye, based on a Bombardier Global 6500 jet, can track drones, hypersonic missiles, and other threats across air, land, and sea.

21 reports · 7 sources · Updated Jul 28, 01:28 PM UTC

European summers are increasingly defined by severe wildfires, but national response teams have been caught off guard by the scale and speed of blazes in France and Spain. Over 300,000 people have been evacuated, with fires spreading across 42,000 hectares in France and a record 80,000 hectares in Spain. Officials warn the fires may not be extinguished until November. The EU's Civil Protection Mechanism has mobilized planes and helicopters from multiple member states, but one Commission official stated the intensity is 'ten times over the capacity' of available resources. The article also covers the ECB's analysis of China's role in stabilizing oil prices, health risks from wildfire smoke, and other European news including UK drone tech for Ukraine, Italy's football coach controversy, and Ireland's data center strain.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 03:55 PM UTC

During the NATO exercise 'Aurora 26' in Sweden in May 2026, Ukrainian troops serving as the opposing force experienced a profound culture shock. They observed Western soldiers taking constant coffee breaks, enforcing drone exclusion zones, and appearing overwhelmed by the pace of operations. The Ukrainians' verdict was devastating, highlighting a stark contrast between the high-intensity, no-frills combat reality of the war in Ukraine and the more procedural, comfort-oriented NATO training environment. The article argues that this experience provides radical lessons for the restructuring of the German Bundeswehr, suggesting that NATO's current training methods may be ill-suited for modern, high-casualty warfare. The report underscores the need for the Bundeswehr to adopt a more austere, combat-focused mindset and operational tempo.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 10:23 AM UTC

Swedish private equity firm EQT AB has increased its takeover proposal for Australian investment manager Perpetual to about A$2.6 billion ($1.8 billion), valuing the company at A$22.50 per share. This revised offer is approximately 2% above the A$22.07-per-share proposal disclosed earlier in July and 4% higher than EQT's original bid. The proposal remains highly conditional, subject to satisfactory due diligence, negotiation of binding transaction documents, regulatory approvals, and the completion of Perpetual's sale of its wealth management business to Bain Capital for A$550 million. Perpetual's board is reviewing the latest approach with financial and legal advisers but has not yet formed a view on its merits, stating no recommendation is being made to shareholders at this time. The move follows Perpetual's rejection of EQT's earlier A$22.07-a-share proposal on July 17, which the board deemed not in shareholders' best interests. EQT, which manages about US$333 billion in assets, has an established presence in Australia.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 09:04 AM UTC

Swedish private equity firm EQT AB has raised its takeover proposal for Australian investment manager Perpetual to approximately A$2.6bn ($1.8bn), valuing the company at A$22.50 per share. This is about 2% above the previous A$22.07-per-share proposal disclosed earlier in July and 4% higher than EQT's original offer. The revised proposal remains highly conditional, subject to satisfactory due diligence, regulatory approvals, and the completion of Perpetual's sale of its wealth management business to Bain Capital for A$550 million. Perpetual's board is reviewing the latest approach with its financial and legal advisers but has not yet formed a view on the merits of the proposal, stating no recommendation is being made to shareholders at this time. The board previously rejected EQT's earlier A$22.07-a-share proposal, deeming it not in the best interests of shareholders. EQT manages about US$333bn in assets and has an established presence in Australia.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 09:04 AM UTC

Billionaire U.S. investor Kenneth Dart, through his Cayman Islands-based entity Candle Lake, has increased his stake in Swedish gaming group Evolution AB to approximately 30.02%, surpassing the mandatory takeover offer threshold. According to a disclosure notice on Friday, Dart acquired 2.05 million shares, bringing his total holding to 59.8 million shares. Evolution provides online games and technology for online casinos. The move triggers a legal requirement for a mandatory bid under Swedish takeover rules, signaling Dart's significant influence over the company.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 08:59 AM UTC

Atlético Madrid's 2026 preseason schedule has been fully confirmed, featuring a tour across Europe and Asia. The team will begin behind closed doors against Getafe on July 29 at Cerro del Espino. On August 1, they face Manchester United at the Strawberry Arena in Sweden at 3:00 PM. The squad then travels to South Korea to play Manchester City on August 9 at Seoul World Cup Stadium (time TBC) as part of the Coupang Play Series. The preseason concludes on August 14 against Olympique de Marseille at the CEPAC Vélodrome in France at 5:30 PM. After returning to Madrid, Atlético will start LaLiga against Málaga at the Metropolitano. The article provides full details of all matches, dates, times, and venues for Simeone's team.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 03:39 PM UTC

Atlético Madrid's 2026 preseason schedule has been fully confirmed. The team, managed by Diego Simeone, will begin training behind closed doors on July 29 against Getafe at Cerro del Espino. The tour then moves to Europe and Asia, starting with a match against Manchester United on August 1 at the Strawberry Arena in Sweden at 3:00 PM. Next, Atlético will face Manchester City in Seoul, South Korea, on August 9 as part of the Coupang Play Series, with the time yet to be confirmed. The preseason concludes on August 14 against Olympique de Marseille at the CEPAC Vélodrome in France at 5:30 PM. After the tour, Atlético will return to Madrid to begin LaLiga against Málaga at the Metropolitano.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 03:39 PM UTC

The production company behind Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey has responded to claims that its crew damaged a replica Viking boat during filming and failed to pay for repairs. The chair of the Vikingaleden association in western Sweden told The Guardian that the organization invoiced Universal for $6,000 (about £4,500) for material costs after the boat, named Glad av Gillberga, was damaged during the grueling shoot. The association said they felt forgotten and that the agreement was for reimbursement. A Universal spokesperson countered that all invoices related to the boat were paid in full and that the studio has contacted the association to clear up any misunderstanding. The boat was used in several sequences of the film, which is an adaptation of Homer's epic and is now in theaters. The article also highlights Nolan's commitment to practical effects and on-location shooting.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 02:46 PM UTC

The production company behind Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey has responded to claims that its crew damaged a replica Viking boat during filming and failed to pay for repairs. The chair of the Vikingaleden association in western Sweden told The Guardian that the organization invoiced Universal for $6,000 (about £4,500) for material costs after the boat, named Glad av Gillberga, was damaged during the grueling shoot. The association stated that the agreement was for reimbursement and that they feel forgotten. In response, a Universal spokesperson said their records show all invoices related to the boat were paid in full, and that the studio has contacted the association to clear up any misunderstanding. The article also highlights Nolan's well-known preference for practical effects and on-location shooting, which contributed to the demanding production conditions.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 02:46 PM UTC

The production company behind Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey has responded to claims that its crew damaged a replica Viking boat during filming and failed to pay for repairs. The chair of the Vikingaleden association in western Sweden told The Guardian that the organization invoiced Universal for $6,000 (about £4,500) for material costs after the boat, named Glad av Gillberga, was damaged during the grueling shoot. The association said they had an agreement for reimbursement but have not received payment, adding they feel forgotten. A Universal spokesperson countered that all invoices related to the boat were paid in full, including repairs, and that the studio has contacted the association to clear up any misunderstanding. The boat was used in several sequences of the film, which is now in cinemas and is known for Nolan's preference for practical effects over CGI.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 02:46 PM UTC

Manchester United is embroiled in a season ticket controversy as many fans report their accounts being locked, sparking outrage among supporters who claim legitimate reasons for multi-account use, such as helping family and friends. The Manchester United Supporters' Trust has been inundated with complaints, and senior club figures are reportedly realizing the severity of the backlash. Separately, the club is struggling to sell tickets for its Nordic pre-season friendlies, with nearly 11,000 tickets unsold for the match against Rosenborg just 24 hours before kick-off. The decision to hold all four pre-season games in Scandinavia for the fifth consecutive year has led to 'tour fatigue.' A source described the unusual tour arrangement as a 'reality check' for the club. Ticket sales for matches against Atletico Madrid and PSG also show significant unsold inventory, raising concerns about the club's commercial strategy and fan engagement.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 02:36 PM UTC

Sweden announced plans to ban per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as 'forever chemicals', in consumer products such as clothing and kitchenware starting in 2028. Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari stated Sweden will not wait while these chemicals accumulate in homes, nature, and human bodies. The move comes as EU-wide restrictions remain in limbo, despite the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) publishing a scientific opinion in March 2026 recommending broad PFAS restrictions. The ban follows a 2023 joint proposal by Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. ECHA's public consultation received over 5,600 submissions, one of the highest volumes ever, with significant input from chemical corporations and industry groups. Chemical giants including Chemours, 3M, and Solvay, along with trade bodies like Cefic and PlasticsEurope, have increased lobbying efforts since the proposal was submitted. A final ECHA opinion is expected by end of 2026, after which the European Commission and member states will decide on EU-wide action.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 01:51 PM UTC

Sweden announced plans to ban per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as 'forever chemicals', in consumer products such as clothing and kitchenware starting in 2028. Environment minister Romina Pourmokhtari stated Sweden will not wait while these chemicals accumulate in homes, nature, and human bodies. The move comes as EU-wide restrictions remain in limbo, despite the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) publishing a scientific opinion in March 2026 recommending broad PFAS restrictions. The ban follows a joint 2023 proposal by Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, and non-EU Norway. ECHA's public consultation received over 5,600 submissions, one of the highest volumes ever, with significant input from chemical corporations and industry groups. Chemical giants including Chemours, 3M, and Solvay, along with trade bodies like Cefic and PlasticsEurope, increased lobbying budgets after the proposal. A final ECHA opinion is expected by end of 2026, after which the European Commission and member states will decide on EU-wide action.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 01:51 PM UTC

Sweden announced plans to ban per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as 'forever chemicals,' in consumer products such as clothing and kitchenware starting in 2028. Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari stated Sweden will not wait while PFAS continue to spread in homes, nature, and human bodies. The move comes as EU-wide restrictions remain stalled, though the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published a scientific opinion in March 2026 recommending broad EU restrictions. The ban follows a 2023 joint proposal by Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. ECHA's public consultation received over 5,600 submissions, one of the highest volumes ever, with significant input from chemical corporations and industry groups. Major companies like Chemours, 3M, and Solvay, along with trade bodies Cefic and PlasticsEurope, increased their EU lobbying budgets following the proposal. A final ECHA opinion is expected by end of 2026, after which the European Commission and member states will decide on EU-wide action.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 01:51 PM UTC

The ECB Governing Council published its 2026 Convergence Report on June 24, assessing euro adoption progress in Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Sweden. On June 18, it approved the 2025 Bank Treasurer Survey Report. On June 24, it decided on eligibility criteria to permanently integrate non-financial corporate (NFC) loan portfolios into the Eurosystem general collateral framework, phasing out temporary measures, with technical implementation planned for November 2027. On June 30, indicative calendars for 2027 and 2028 tender operations were published. On July 9, it decided to reclassify financial subsidiaries of NFC issuer groups into haircut category III, effective November 2026. On July 15, it approved operational parameters for the enhanced Eurosystem repo facility for central banks (EUREP), following a February 2026 decision.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 01:00 PM UTC

Five Ukrainian minehunters, donated by Britain, Belgium, and the Netherlands, completed a two-week training exercise called Sea Breeze 26-2 off the coast of Portland, Dorset, alongside NATO allies. The exercise was co-led by the US Sixth Fleet and Ukraine, hosted by the Royal Navy, and involved 16 countries including Japan, Sweden, and Turkey. Crews practiced minehunting, bomb disposal, diving, salvage, live firing, and uncrewed systems. Two ships from Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group 1 participated. The exercise, originally held in the Black Sea since 1997, moved after Russia's 2022 invasion due to restrictions under the Montreux Convention. Ukraine lost its main naval bases in Crimea and rebuilt its fleet with allied donations. The minehunters are intended to clear approaches to Ukrainian ports and facilitate grain exports.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 11:45 AM UTC

The Portuguese U-18 national handball team is in the final phase of preparation for the upcoming European Championship, participating in the Scandiberian tournament in Kiruna, Sweden. The team will face Sweden, Norway, and Spain in consecutive days, testing their evolution against opponents with different playing styles. Coach Nuno Santos highlighted the need for adjustments in attack and defensive duels, as well as effective minute management to ensure player readiness. Portugal previously won the same tournament in March with victories over Sweden and Norway and a draw with Spain. After the Scandiberian tournament, Portugal will travel to Belgrade, Serbia, for the U-18 European Championship, where they are placed in Group C alongside the Czech Republic, Croatia, and Israel. The group stage matches are scheduled from July 29 to August 1, 2026.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 23, 08:35 PM UTC

This article from L'Équipe details the story behind the winning photograph of the 2026 World Cup, titled 'Olise's (almost) masterpiece.' The image, captured by photographer Pierre Lahalle during the Round of 16 match between France and Sweden (3-0) at MetLife Stadium, shows French player Michael Olise mid-air just before striking the ball. The photo won a reader vote with over 40% of the ballots. Lahalle used a Nikon Z9 with a 180-400mm lens at 250mm, set to f/4 aperture for background blur, 1/4000th second shutter speed to freeze motion, and ISO 1000 to handle stadium shadows. The composition follows the rule of thirds, with Olise centered and the advertising boards blending with Swedish players' kits. The article notes that if the ball had gone into the goal, the image might have achieved iconic status.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 23, 05:31 PM UTC

Hull City owner Acun Ilicali has publicly stated he is 'disturbed' by media claims that the club has been rejected by transfer targets as they prepare for their return to the Premier League. In an unusual social media post, Ilicali listed the club's three completed signings (Jack Butland, Oscar Zambrano, Matt Targett) and provided a numbered list with country flags and percentages indicating how close they are to signing additional players. The list includes a Japan flag at 99% (reportedly midfielder Hidemasa Morita), Greece and Sweden at 90%, and Australia, Croatia, and Portugal at 80%. Ilicali did not specify which reports he was disputing but emphasized the club has been working intensively for two months. The club recently took out a £55m bridging loan to strengthen their financial position for transfers.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 23, 12:15 PM UTC

Hull City owner Acun Ilicali has publicly stated he is 'disturbed' by media claims that the club has been rejected by transfer targets as they prepare for their return to the Premier League after a nine-year absence. In an unusual social media post, Ilicali listed the club's three confirmed signings—goalkeeper Jack Butland, midfielder Oscar Zambrano, and defender Matt Targett—with ticks next to their names. He then posted numbers 4 through 11 with country flags and percentages, suggesting the progress of ongoing negotiations. A Japan flag at 99% aligns with reports of a deal for free agent Hidemasa Morita. Other flags included Greece and Sweden at 90%, and Australia, Croatia, and Portugal at 80%. Ilicali did not specify which reports he was disputing but emphasized the club has been working intensively for two months and aims to build a team fans can be proud of. The club recently secured a £55m bridging loan to strengthen its financial position for transfers.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 23, 12:15 PM UTC