Capital and largest city of Sweden, a Nordic hub with 1M in the municipality
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned after preliminary results showed the centre-left bloc led by Magdalena Andersson winning 176 of 349 seats, against 173 for Kristersson's right‑wing bloc. The Sweden Democrats lost support for the first time since 2010. Andersson is beginning talks with centre-left partners to try to form a government as final counts are completed.
The Iran-backed Houthis have seized Red Sea ports and islands, tightened control of the Bab al‑Mandeb strait and carried out missile and drone strikes on Saudi cities. Riyadh has mounted heavy air strikes in response. The United States has resisted direct intervention despite Saudi appeals and reportedly prepared then called off airstrikes on Houthi targets.
Former Democratic Unionist Party leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty on 18 counts of child sex offences, including rape and indecent assault, involving two victims who were children at the time. His wife, Eleanor, is deemed to have aided and abetted some offences but was found unfit for trial on mental health grounds. Sentencing will follow later this year.
The Paris Meeting at Charlety Stadium will go ahead in an adapted format as extreme heat prompts limits on activities. The French Athletics Federation has confirmed professional competitions will take place while other activities are cancelled, with safety measures in place.
The Pele shirt from the 1958 World Cup final has sold for a record price at auction, highlighting the enduring value of football memorabilia. Sotheby’s reports ten bids from more than five bidders, making it the second-most valuable football shirt sold to date.
Daniel Siad, 69, who is linked to Epstein’s trafficking network, has been found dead in Colombes, France. Investigators are conducting an autopsy to determine the cause of death while continuing to examine his alleged role in facilitating Epstein’s crimes.
Noah Lyles delivers a world-leading 9.79s in the 100m and confirms dominance as Sha’Carri Richardson wins the women’s 100m; Melissa Jefferson-Wooden defends her 200m title as Olympic cycle shifts with the Ultimate Championships on the horizon.
A multi-source digest tracks how surrogacy debates in the US and Germany are unfolding, highlighting new appointments, legal clarifications, and public sentiment. The Guardian and Business Insider UK report contrasting pathways, with Germany maintaining bans while the US expands options through agency-led processes.
Lovable has secured a $400 million Series C led by Menlo Ventures and Scaleup Europe Fund as it reports $500 million in annualized revenue and 60 million projects on its platform. The Stockholm-based startup also notes in-house AI capabilities and a multiyear Google Cloud deal, signaling rapid growth and expanding backend needs. This is a developing story.
European 800m final at Birmingham’s European Championships sees Audrey Werro win with a championship record of 1:54.81, defeating Keely Hodgkinson who takes silver. Femke Broeders-Bol earns bronze as drama surrounds Werro’s semi-final fall and subsequent reinstatement. Jemma Reekie also reaches the final.
The 31-year-old Ramsay-Peaty has finished eighth in his 50m breaststroke heat at Paris, after setting the world record in 2017. He has described the performance as not good enough, is aiming to rebound with new start work and is targeting Los Angeles 2028, where the 50m will be included. compatriot Nowacki also misses the semi-finals.
An 18-year-old suspect armed with a sword has attacked Brinell School in Fagersta, northwest of Stockholm. One student has died and several others, including two under 18, are injured. The suspect has been detained and police are treating the incident as murder and attempted murder. Prime Minister and other leaders have visited the scene as nearby schools are placed on lockdown.
An 18-year-old man has been arrested over a sword attack at Brinell High School in Fagersta, central Sweden. Three others are injured, two seriously. Police are investigating online communities for possible influence; authorities are coordinating with national leaders who are visiting the scene as Sweden’s general election approaches on Sept. 13.
Six Nordic associations have united to back UEFA and call for Infantino’s resignation, while pressing for an independent review of FIFA’s governance after plans to privatize World Cup profits faced global pushback.
Western allies are accelerating support to Ukraine amid intensified Russian strikes. Britain and France are licensing missile production and sharing blueprints, while Ukraine builds local assembly lines. Analysts warn real impact depends on rapid, scalable production and defense-industrial collaboration.
The EU Court of Justice has ruled that Vlaams Belang cannot rely on freedom of expression to justify using IKEA trademarks in its 2022 “IKEA Plan” campaign. The decision requires a Belgian court to decide the final outcome, with the court noting the branding could damage IKEA’s reputation and commercial interests.
A tour across Italy’s lesser-known towns—from Tropea in Calabria to Torre di Palme in Marche and Barga in Tuscany—highlights regional hospitality, cuisine, and luxury travel, amid new luxury hotels and evolving cultural offerings.
The Kusama retrospective in Amsterdam has become a posthumous tribute after her death, with visitors greeted by signature polka dots, mirrors and a universe-spanning Infinity Room as a major highlight of the Stedelijk Museum exhibit.
Sweden’s centre‑left bloc has secured a three‑seat majority in the Riksdag after the Sept. 18–20 vote, giving Magdalena Andersson the lead to form a government. The Social Democrats and allied Centre, Left and Green parties have 176 seats to the right‑wing bloc’s 173, a margin of about 50,359 votes. Andersson has invited partners to talks; Kristersson has resigned.
A wave of UK and European travel pieces are steering readers toward autumn getaways, with Cornwall topping a reader travel awards and St Ives standing out as a surf-and-art hub. Pieces highlight off-season value, non-flight stays, and regional diversity.
The left-wing bloc has a slim four-party majority in the parliament after a tight election, with Magdalena Andersson preparing to lead talks to form a new government. The right-wing alliance faces pressure to respond as negotiations may stretch for weeks, with the Centre and Left parties at odds over governance structures.
A gifted United youth striker, JJ Gabriel, has told the club he wants to cancel his registration. European clubs including Real Madrid, Barcelona and PSG are monitoring the situation as United tries to persuade him to stay while he remains under contract until the end of the season.
An independent UN fact-finding mission has found reasonable grounds to believe U.S. forces carried out two February strikes in Iran—on a primary school in Minab and a sports centre in Lamerd—that amounted to indiscriminate attacks and therefore war crimes. The mission has also concluded Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during a nationwide crackdown on protests.
The 15-year-old forward has told Manchester United he wants to cancel his registration with immediate effect. Real Madrid are pressing, with Barca, Bayern and PSG also keen. EU passport could allow a move within the EU when he turns 16, while United insist his registration runs to season's end.
Travel pieces from Business Insider UK and Independent highlight Syros as a less-touristed Greek island with authentic charm, affordable stays, and opportunities for beach-hopping, local dining, and cultural immersion, contrasted with pricier, crowded destinations nearby.
Sweden’s left-wing opposition has won 176 seats, giving it a razor-thin majority to form a government after the election. Prime Minister Kristersson has resigned, and Magdalena Andersson is tasked with exploring coalition options with other left-leaning parties. The speaker will oversee the next steps; talks are expected to shape a fragile path forward.