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World4d agoNew York marathon: Sweden's Almgren and Kenya's Chepkirui win as 60,000 take partAndreas Almgren of Sweden won the men's race of the New York City Marathon in his debut in the event while Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya won the women's race on Sunday for the second time.NPR News
World4d agoFive arrested in Sweden over €200,000 Floriana jewellery heistThe heist took place at Victor Azzopardi Jewellers in Floriana’s main street. Screenshot: Google Mapstimesofmalta · malta
WorldOct 8Holiday homes in Denmark and snus in Sweden: A guide to unusual exemptions from EU lawA Greek peninsula that bars women and a VAT-free Italian town also feature among the list of odd exemptionsIrish Times World
WorldOct 6Armed Man shot outside Sweden's Royal Palace in StockholmSwedish police have shot and wounded an armed man outside the royal palace in central Stockholm. The man has been taken to a hospital.EuroNews [en]
WorldOct 1Carl Philip of Sweden, the prince many compare to Henry Cavill: his attractive and elegant style conquers EuropeThe son of King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia was born heir to the Swedish throne, but a reform modified the succession. Design, motorsport, military training, and gala events are part of a public life that combines very different aspects.Clarín
WorldSep 28 The same struggles as 100 years ago : exhibition highlights lives of Sami people in SwedenAn exhibition in Sweden is highlighting the historical and ongoing struggles of the Sami people, noting similarities to challenges faced a century ago. This event sheds light on indigenous issues and cultural heritage.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldSep 5In 1831 , Sweden planted 300 , 000 oak trees for future warships ; 144 years later , the Navy didnt need them anymoreIn 1831, Sweden planted a vast number of oak trees for future naval shipbuilding, but the trees were no longer needed by the navy over a century later. This illustrates a historical case of long-term planning meeting technological obsolescence.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
WorldAug 29Eurovolley : Sweden beaten , another 3 - 0 for the Italians , eighth place one step awayIn Eurovolley, Sweden was defeated by Italy with a 3-0 score, placing Italy one step away from eighth place. This reports on the outcome of a sports competition.odnako.org · Russia
WorldBreakingAug 22Sweden Teen Sword Attack At High School | Sports Radio 800 KXICkxic.iheart.com · United States
WorldBreakingAug 22An 18 - year - old with a sword attacks a school in Sweden , leaving 1 dead and 2 injuredrecord-eagle.com · United States
WorldBreakingAug 22Sweden Teen Sword Attack At High School | NewsRadio 1360 KKTX1360kktx.iheart.com · United States
WorldBreakingAug 22One killed and two seriously injured in sword attack at school in Swedenburytimes.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldAug 21One killed and two seriously injured in sword attack at school in Swedendailyecho.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldAug 21One killed and two seriously injured in sword attack at school in Swedenhexham-courant.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldBreakingAug 21Sweden High School Attack : Several Injured in Sword - Wieldingdailyk2.com · Pakistan
WorldBreakingAug 21Sweden school locked down after sword attack leaves several people injuredthenews.com.pk · Pakistan
WorldAug 13MFM choir returns home after winning World Choir Games in SwedenThe Mountain Top Chorale of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) has returned home after emerging champion of the 2026 World Choir Games in the Spiritual Category of the competition in Sweden. The post MFM choir returns home after winning World Choir Games in Sweden appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldAug 10New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decadesThe service will enable rail travel from Portugal to Lapland - what is believed to be the longest train journey in Europe.BBC World
WorldAug 455 hours in the water: Polish swimmer crosses Baltic Sea from Sweden to home countryBartłomiej Kubkowski has pulled off an extraordinary feat, becoming the first person to swim across the Baltic Sea from Sweden to Poland in 55 hours, covering 160 kilometres.EuroNews [en]
WorldJul 25Inside Sweden : Why Sweden mountains were worth the waitThis article explores why the mountains in Sweden are considered a worthwhile destination. It is a travel piece about the country's natural beauty.thelocal.se · Sweden
WorldJul 24Sweden Vasa warship sank after 20 minutes : In 1628 , Sweden pride became one of history most famous shipwrecks in just 20 minutesThe Swedish warship Vasa, a source of national pride, famously sank within 20 minutes of its maiden voyage in 1628. This historical event serves as one of the most well-known shipwrecks in history.economictimes.indiatimes.com · India
WorldJul 9Unvisited Sweden: New map reveals the nature spots far, far away from the crowdsIn a bid to ease pressure on popular destinations, a new project highlights 24 locations in Sweden where you’re incredibly unlikely to run into anybody else.EuroNews [en]
WorldJul 1World Cup 2026: France Crush Sweden While Mexico Continue Perfect StartDidier Deschamps' side impressed once again as they raced past Sweden 3-0 and will face Paraguay next. Michael Olise provide two assists and is now just one short of equaling Pelé's record in a single World Cup. Meanwhile Mexico recorded their fourth clean sheet and are the only side not to have let a single goal in after they beat Ecuador 2-0. Mexico await the winner of England vs RD Congo at the Azteca stadium.France 24 [en]
WorldJul 1Mbappe 'unstoppable' against Sweden as he becomes tournament's joint top-scorerKylian Mbappe extended his red-hot scoring streak to fire France past Sweden and into the last 16 of the World Cup on June 30. Mbappe took his tally for the tournament to six goals - making him joint top-scorer alongside Lionel Messi - with a superb double as France strolled past the Swedes 3-0. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes tells us more.France 24 [en]