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Sweden's prime minister Kristersson to resign after left-leaning opposition narrowly wins election

Sweden's prime minister Kristersson to resign after left-leaning opposition narrowly wins election

Sweden’s left-leaning opposition has won a narrow majority in the national election

Sweden PM Kristersson to resign after left-leaning opposition wins narrow majority in election

Sweden PM Kristersson to resign after left-leaning opposition wins narrow majority in election

Sweden’s left-leaning opposition has won a narrow majority in the national election

ANALYSIS-The night Sweden's far-right stopped winning

ANALYSIS-The night Sweden's far-right stopped winning

By Johan Ahlander STOCKHOLM, Sept 17 (Reuters) - When the far-right anti-immigrant Sweden Democrats won a record one-fifth of the vote in a 2022 election, Viking rock player and party leader Jimmie Akesson led supporters in an impromptu celebratory conga.

Volvo Cars to launch 13 new models this decade, eyes earnings boost

Volvo Cars to launch 13 new models this decade, eyes earnings boost

By Marie Mannes STOCKHOLM, Sept 17 (Reuters) - Volvo Cars plans to launch 13 new models between now and 2030 as it seeks to broaden its range and double its market share, the Sweden-based automaker said ahead of an investor day in Stockholm on Thursday.

Volvo Cars plans 13 new models by 2030 in bid to double market share

Volvo Cars plans 13 new models by 2030 in bid to double market share

By Marie Mannes STOCKHOLM, Sept 17 (Reuters) - Volvo Cars said on Thursday it will launch 13 new models between now and 2030 to double its market share as the Sweden-based automaker grapples with the fallout of U.S. tariffs and slumping sales in China.

Disney+ and NHL Announce Five-Year Live Streaming Deal for Sweden and Finland

Disney+ and NHL Announce Five-Year Live Streaming Deal for Sweden and Finland

Disney+ and NHL Announce Five-Year Live Streaming Deal for Sweden and Finland

Sweden Reintroduces Traditional Learning Methods, Moving Away from Digital-First Education

Sweden Reintroduces Traditional Learning Methods, Moving Away from Digital-First Education

Sweden is implementing a significant shift in its educational strategy by reintroducing traditional learning methods. This reform involves moving away from a digital-first approach in schools and bringing back practices such as handwriting, physical textbooks, and paper assignments. The decision reflects a re-evaluation of the previous emphasis on digital tools in the classroom. Reports indicate that this change is intended to enhance traditional learning skills among students. This move signifies a broader reconsideration of how technology is integrated into the educational environment and the potential benefits of more conventional teaching techniques for foundational learning.

The future of Germany's leader is uncertain as his party faces 2 difficult regional elections

The future of Germany's leader is uncertain as his party faces 2 difficult regional elections

Two German regional elections this weekend are expected to bring more gains for a far-right party and could determine whether Chancellor Friedrich Merz can hold on to power and push ahead with economic reforms

10 surprising destinations that want more travelers in 2027

10 surprising destinations that want more travelers in 2027

A new "Not Hot List" spotlights lesser-known destinations where tourism can support local communities without overcrowding.

European Migration Policy Shifts Towards Temporary Status for Displaced Populations

European Migration Policy Shifts Towards Temporary Status for Displaced Populations

European migration policy has seen a significant shift towards 'temporariness,' particularly evident in the context of Ukrainian displacement. Following the activation of the EU’s Temporary Protection Directive (TPD) in 2022, temporariness has become a defining legal, institutional, and administrative condition for displaced populations and other newly arrived migrants. Oksana Shmulyar Gréen, an Associate Professor at the University of Gothenburg, highlights that while scholarly and public debates often portray Ukrainians as a comparatively privileged group, the reality of living in legal temporariness creates complex layers of uncertainty. Gréen's research, drawing on examples from Sweden, examines how the temporary and evolving legal framework of the TPD creates 'legal cracks' and uncertainties for displaced Ukrainians, hindering their integration into society and their ability to make long-term plans. This 'temporary turn' is being explored in public seminars, such as one organized by the Centre on Glob...

European shares slip as AI slowdown call hits tech, oil surge weighs

European shares slip as AI slowdown call hits tech, oil surge weighs

By Sudeshna Ghoshal Sept 14 (Reuters) - European shares fell on Monday as technology stocks slumped after leaders of top AI companies pushed for a slower pace of development, while another surge in oil prices dampened broader risk appetite.