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Swedish Politicians Turn to TikTok to Woo Young Voters. As the 2026 election approaches, Sweden's political leaders launch TikTok accounts to blend entertainment with politics, adapting to rising digital trends.

Expert Warns Sweden's Economic Growth Threatened by STEM Shortage. Professor Harry Flam cautions that Sweden's low STEM interest and graduate numbers risk stalling growth despite heavy R&D spending, calling for stronger education policies.

Study Finds Female Politicians in Sweden Fear Public Speaking More than Men. Uppsala University research uncovers that women in Swedish politics experience significantly higher fear when expressing opinions publicly, raising democratic participation concerns.

Two Men Detained in Suspected Tranemo Murder Investigation. Following the discovery of a body in Tranemo, police detain two men as they continue probing the circumstances of the death.

Swedish Footballer Roony Bardghji Rejects Misconduct Rumors After World Cup Snub. After being left out of Sweden's World Cup squad, Bardghji denies all misconduct allegations, with coach Graham Potter confirming the choice was based purely on sport.