Sweden

Sweden reels from worst mass shooting in its history

"Eleven people are dead, including the killer," police told AFP

'Around 10' dead, including gunman, in Sweden's worst mass shooting

Police did not disclose any information about the identity or ages of the dead, nor whether they were students or teachers at the school

Sweden, UN Women join forces for $7.1M initiative to boost gender equality

The initiative, signed at the UN Women office in Dhaka, aligns with the organisation’s 2022-2026 Strategic Note and Bangladesh’s national development goals under the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework.

#Travelogue / Embracing Swedish Midsummer: A Bangladeshi's tale of joy and belonging

As a student pursuing my master’s degree in Växjö, I found myself far from home, yet warmly embraced by the Swedish community during their festive period. My friends and I embarked on a delightful journey through the heart of Swedish Midsummer celebrations, and I am excited to share this unforgettable experience with you.

Late penalty gives embattled Spain 3-2 win over Sweden

World champions Spain battled to a 3-2 win over the world's number one-ranked team Sweden in their Nations League Group A game on Friday after a week blighted by uncertainty caused by the continued fall-out from their World Cup win.

Spain in maiden Women's World Cup final

Olga Carmona's stunning late strike gave Spain a 2-1 win over Sweden on Tuesday to propel them into the Women's World Cup final for the first time in their history.

Sweden end Japan run to set up World Cup semifinal with Spain

Amanda Ilestedt scored her fourth goal of the tournament and Filippa Angeldal netted a penalty as Sweden hung on to beat Japan 2-1 on Friday and set up a Women's World Cup semi-final with Spain.

Turkey unblocks Sweden NATO bid, setting stage for summit

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said he was "very happy" and hailed "a good day for Sweden".

Racism and geopolitics in South Africa

Institutional racism in colonies, migration, flawed anti-monarchy sentiments stemming from personal vendettas, and the need for rebellion permeate the lives of these characters.

November 12, 2015
November 12, 2015

Sweden brings in migrant border checks

Sweden announces the introduction of temporary border checks to control the flow of migrants into the country.

November 3, 2015
November 3, 2015

'90s Leonardo DiCaprio’s doppelganger is a Swedish bartender

DiCaprio has clearly been reborn, in the form of Swedish bartender Konrad Annerud.

November 3, 2015
November 3, 2015

Messi dependence is good for Barcelona: Andersson

Barcelona's reliance on Lionel Messi should not be considered a bad thing, according to former centre-back Patrik Andersson.

October 31, 2015
October 31, 2015

How much would Diego Maradona be worth in 2015?

Maradona would cost €40m at today's prices, having scored 119 times, won the Primera Division top scorer awards on three occasions and lifted the Youth World Cup in 1979.

October 23, 2015
October 23, 2015

Sweden in shock over deadly school attack

Sweden has reacted with shock to the killing of a teacher and pupil at a school in the west of the country, near Gothenburg, by a sword-wielding man.

October 22, 2015
October 22, 2015

Sweden sword attack: Two dead after masked attacker strikes

A pupil and a teacher at school in Sweden are killed after a masked man with a sword entered the building.

October 12, 2015
October 12, 2015

First 'in womb' stem cell trial to begin

The first clinical trial injecting foetal stem cells into babies still in the womb has been announced.

August 2, 2015
August 2, 2015

Snoop Dogg stopped by Italian customs

Snoop Dogg has had another run-in with European authorities.

May 23, 2015
May 23, 2015

Stage set for biggest-ever Eurovision (video)

Sweden, Russia and Italy are among the favourites to win the 60th annual Eurovision Song Contest, which takes place in Vienna later.

May 13, 2015
May 13, 2015

Sweden slammed for denying visa to blogger Ananta

A free speech group launches a blistering attack on Sweden on Wednesday after it denied a travel visa to a secular Bangladeshi blogger who was then hacked to death by suspected Islamists.