Sweden's Administrative Court stops all licensed wolf hunting in 2026, ruling that planned hunts may harm the wolf population's conservation status amid controversy over government policy changes.
In the wake of the Bondi Beach mass shooting during a Jewish holiday, Sweden has intensified security at Jewish events and reinforced community solidarity against antisemitism.
A detained woman was left locked overnight without food or water at Migrationsverket's Mölndal facility, prompting harsh criticism from the Justitieombudsmannen over procedural failings.
Sweden's Administrative Court stops all licensed wolf hunting in 2026, ruling that planned hunts may harm the wolf population's conservation status amid controversy over government policy changes.
A woman at Akademiska Hospital in Uppsala is now facing attempted murder charges for allegedly poisoning colleagues, with authorities seeking to remand her in custody amid strengthened suspicions.
Two suspects have been arrested in the Tierp murder case, and charges in a related assault at Akademiska Hospital have been upgraded to attempted murder.
No Swedish region meets the 25% government target for high school STEM enrollment, with national average at 21% and some regions like Jämtlands as low as 14%.
Sweden advances defense infrastructure to support NATO, but municipalities like Halmstad face funding conflicts and await clearer state prioritization.
Human trafficking in Sweden is now predominantly managed digitally from foreign call centers, complicating law enforcement efforts to combat exploitation.
Distinct Lucia and Christmas traditions come alive in Sweden’s Dalarna and Storfors regions with festive processions, concerts, and communal celebrations highlighting local culture.
Patients at the Växjö forensic psychiatric clinic were illegally surveilled via hidden cameras and microphones in private rooms over several years, prompting police investigations and staff suspensions.
UN Special Rapporteur Mary Lawlor condemns Sweden for restricting freedoms of activists and minorities, signaling a sharp decline in the country's human rights landscape.
The Swedish Air Force has canceled the 2025 Christmas flight over southern Sweden due to prioritized military operations, ensuring transport aircraft remain available for critical tasks while affirming continued military readiness.
In 2025, Swedish customs destroyed a record 500,000 dangerous toys and other hazardous counterfeit products, underscoring rising risks from unsafe imports.
Sweden broadens its civil service obligations with mandatory training and expanded roles to enhance national defense and societal resilience, inspired by lessons from the Ukraine conflict.
Bris reports a sharp increase in calls from youth wanting to escape gangs, emphasizing the need for long-term, preventive support rather than short-term aid.
Blekinge currently falls short of Sweden's STEM education targets, with declining student enrollment in natural sciences and technology programs posing challenges for regional growth.
Financial expert Andra Farhad advises Swedish households to adopt balanced personal finance strategies amid 2026 economic recovery prospects, emphasizing resilience and prudent investing.
In Hörby, the community mourns a mother and son who were murdered, while the local school's lack of formal mourning rituals raises concerns among parents and children.
The community of Hörby mourns the suspected double murder of a local municipality employee and her son, with increased support and safety measures implemented in schools and public services.
Authorities have detained a man suspected of murdering a woman and child in Hörby, where the community remains deeply affected and crisis support has been launched.
Telia's recent power failure caused major disruptions to emergency services, healthcare, and business operations, with lingering issues persisting for some customers.
Two attacks involving military-associated dog trainers' dogs in Sweden have raised public safety concerns and revealed questionable training practices.
Sweden's initial EV scrapping subsidy failed to meet targets, prompting plans for a new program focusing on rural, low-income households and expanded charging infrastructure.
Swedish royal court confirms Princess Sofia met Jeffrey Epstein multiple times in 2005, supported by leaked emails linking Sofia and Epstein through a Swedish financier.
Liam Hast was sentenced to 18 years for murdering ambulance worker Helena Löfgren in Harmånger, raising urgent debates about emergency personnel safety in Sweden.
New Skolverket study shows some Swedish students in grade 9 stagnate or decline academically, widening achievement gaps despite earlier improvements in lower grades.
A 60-year-old employee has been arrested for suspected poisoning of four colleagues at Uppsala's Akademiska hospital, prompting heightened security and a police investigation.
Authorities in Sweden report a sustained high level of concern over potential school attacks following the horrific mass murder in Örebro, leading to daily threat reports and intensified preventive measures.