Jimmie Åkesson's leadership combines strict control and strategic delegation amid significant political shifts and personal challenges, shaping Sweden Democrats' impact on Swedish politics.
A Swedish study reveals a 37% rise in heart attacks among the elderly on Christmas Eve, linked to stress and emotional factors rather than physical activity.
Nobel laureate Joel Mokyr emphasizes technology as key to solving climate and demographic crises, while high electricity prices in southern Sweden hinder investments in renewable energy projects, threatening climate goals.
Liverpool's Alexander Isak faces at least months out after a serious ankle injury, posing challenges for both Liverpool’s Premier League aspirations and Sweden’s World Cup playoff hopes.
A notable earthquake measuring up to 3.2 occurred in Gällivare on Christmas Day 2025, linked to LKAB mining operations, causing local shaking and prompting a temporary halt at the mining site.
A serious violent incident in Boden on Christmas Day has led to a major police operation, with multiple injuries and a suspect possibly shot by police.
Insights into Sweden's political discourse reveal the pitfalls of nationalist isolationism and the urgent need for respectful dialogue ahead of elections.
King Carl XVI Gustaf’s 2025 Christmas speech called for hope and global cooperation, while reflecting on the Örebro mass shooting and pressing world crises.
Southern Sweden faces severe economic risks in 2025 as electricity prices soar nearly fourfold compared to northern regions, threatening up to 200,000 jobs and prompting companies to shift investments northward.
SMHI data shows Swedish winters are now half as long with drastically reduced snow cover, especially in southern cities, confirming climate-driven milder winters.
A man died of cardiac arrest while in police custody in Uppsala on Christmas Eve after being detained for public intoxication; an investigation has been launched.
Unruly passenger incidents on Swedish flights have surged to over 500 in 2024, prompting a national working group to enhance flight safety through multi-stakeholder collaboration.
Sweden competes in the 2026 Junior World Ice Hockey Championship in Minnesota with a strong offensive team, facing USA, Switzerland, Slovakia, and Germany in group play starting December 26.
Two major traffic accidents on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Sweden resulted in critical injuries and police investigations into reckless driving.
Despite research showing women often invest better, misconceptions and fears limit their stock market participation; upcoming reforms and expert advice aim to change this.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic spent Christmas 2025 in Dubai celebrating with MMA champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, footballer Paul Pogba, and his sons, sharing festive moments and sports camaraderie.
Sweden's Juniorkronorna capped their pre-tournament preparations with a 7-3 win over Switzerland, entering the 2025 World Junior Championship with confidence and key players in form.
The Swedish Electrical Safety Agency warns that electrical Christmas gifts sourced via dropshipping platforms pose serious electric shock and fire risks.
Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute reports that Sweden has not had a nationwide white Christmas in 15 years, with snow increasingly absent from southern regions, reflecting changing climate patterns.
Siw Malmkvist, at 88, becomes the oldest TV Christmas host in Sweden, introducing a new interactive quiz and sharing playful moments during the 2025 SVT broadcast.
Swedes face economic pressures during Christmas 2025, leading to increased credit purchases of gifts and a rise in the resale of unwanted presents, especially among renters and young adults.
The Swedish construction industry is rapidly shifting into a low-cost, conflict-ridden market, stalling projects and involving foreign builders, with taxpayers awaiting results despite large investments.
Digital tools and citizen participation are increasingly vital to foster transparency, trust, and democratic accountability in Swedish politics, especially at the local level.
A suspected dangerous object on a train near Nässjö has led to evacuation and suspension of train services between Tranås and Nässjö, impacting major routes including travel between Stockholm and Malmö.
Swedish cross-country skiers prepare for the 2026 Winter Olympics with key athletes competing in the Tour de Ski and celebrating Olympic selections during the holiday season.
Sweden's junior national hockey team secures a strong 7-3 win over Switzerland in their final warm-up match, setting a positive tone for the 2025 World Junior Championship starting December 26.
SMHI warns of storm-strength winds, heavy rain, and travel disruptions in northern Sweden's mountains over Christmas 2025, while milder temperatures paradoxically warm northern Norrland.
Pajala's Santa Claus tourism attracts thousands annually, even as academic critique challenges Santa’s symbolic role in reinforcing traditional gender norms during Christmas.
Ørsted confronts complications in the US market while selling a major offshore wind asset to Cathay Life Insurance for around 7 billion SEK, aiming to optimize its portfolio amid challenges.
Sweden's temporary increase of the ROT tax deduction to 50% in 2025 significantly boosted renovation activity and supported construction companies, though concerns remain about the sector's outlook after the deduction returns to 30%.
Controversies involving SD members spreading conspiracy theories and a parliamentary defection to Christian Democrats highlight internal tensions within Sweden Democrats.
Sweden's Juniorkronorna, led by coach Magnus Hävelid and featuring rising stars like Ivar Stenberg and the Björck brothers, aim for gold at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship in Minnesota starting December 26.