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.

March 27, 2015
March 27, 2015

Swedish Nobel winning poet Tomas Transtroemer dies

Swedish poet Tomas Transtroemer, who won the 2011 Nobel Prize for Literature, has died at the age of 83, his publishing house Bonniers says

March 25, 2015
March 25, 2015

Milk not so healthy really

Studies show that drinking milk, which has been a staple food in every household for better growth and nourishment, might not be good for your health and may cause bone fractures in adults.

March 19, 2015
March 19, 2015

2 killed in Swedish restaurant shooting

Several people are killed in restaurant shooting in the Swedish city of Gothenburg on Wednesday in what police say was likely to be gang-related shooting

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