Ulf Kristersson

Sweden Proposes Lowering Criminal Responsibility Age to 13

Finnish Nuclear Weapons Proposal Sparks Debate, Opposition Criticizes Secrecy

Busch clashes with SVT, allies over climate policy and power fees

Swedish Moderate Party Proposes 15-Year Age Limit for Social Media Platforms

Sweden's PM to announce energy price measures amid Middle East war fallout

Fuel price surges prompt tax cuts in Sweden, Ireland, Norway, California debates

Major Child Abuse Trial Concludes in Sweden

A major child sexual abuse trial in Norrbotten has concluded with prosecutors seeking an eight-year prison sentence for a Luleå man, while separate cases across Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Brazil reveal widespread patterns of exploitation.

EU Appoints Jyrki Katainen as Arctic Special Advisor

The European Commission has appointed Jyrki Katainen as the EU's special advisor for the Arctic region, tasked with increasing the bloc's strategic presence and effectiveness in the area. Katainen will provide advice on implementing EU Arctic priorities, which may include economic security, connectivity, sustainable development, and climate and energy.

Multivitamin Study Shows Slowed Biological Aging in Older Adults

A large clinical trial has found that daily multivitamin supplements can slow biological aging in older adults by about four months over two years. The research, part of the COSMOS trial, measured DNA changes in nearly 1,000 participants and linked multivitamin use to slower aging across multiple epigenetic markers.

Man convicted of GBH for throwing girlfriend from window

Bobbie Goodman was thrown from a fourth-floor window by her then-boyfriend Jordan Herring, falling about 40 feet to the ground in an attack at his mother's high-rise flat in Solihull, West Midlands.

MoDo Names Mikael Karlberg Head Coach Amid Restructuring

MoDo Hockey has appointed Mikael Karlberg as its new head coach, replacing Fredrik Andersson, who took over in December after Mattias Karlin was fired. The move comes as the club reportedly plans to bring in two new coaches, with uncertainties remaining about Andersson's future role.

Lindsey Buckingham attacked by stalker, suspect arrested

Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham was attacked in Santa Monica by a woman suspected of stalking him, police said. The suspect, Michelle Dick, was arrested in Indiana and faces multiple charges in Los Angeles County.

Klarna Executive Exits as Lock-Up Expiry Creates Uncertainty

An executive is leaving Klarna today as 335 million shares became eligible for trading Monday after the post-IPO lock-up period expired, creating uncertainty for the buy-now-pay-later firm. Klarna sought to ease concerns over a potential selloff, reassuring investors that no major shareholder had filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to sell shares.

U.S. Oil Blockade Triggers Cuba's Energy Crisis and Pressure

A U.S. energy blockade has cut off Cuba's oil imports for three months, triggering major blackouts and severe shortages affecting millions, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio sees an opportunity for political change. The crisis stems from U.S. control of Venezuelan exports following the capture of Nicolás Maduro, intensifying pressure on Cuba's communist leadership.

Sweden Launches Electric Car Premium for Rural Households, Funded by EU

Sweden launched an electric car premium on March 18, targeting households in rural areas and regions with limited public transport. The initiative, part of the EU-approved Social Climate Plan, provides monthly financial support to eligible families.

Bayern Munich edges Real Madrid in Champions League quarter-final first leg

Bayern Munich secured a crucial 2-1 away victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, with standout goalkeeper Manuel Neuer named player of the match. The win comes amid a goalkeeping crisis for Bayern, as Neuer has retired from international football and faces injury concerns.

Gareth Gore's book alleges Opus Dei abuses, ties to Banco Popular

Gareth Gore's 2024 book 'Opus' makes explosive allegations of child grooming, human trafficking, and psychological control by Opus Dei, which denies the claims. The book also links Opus Dei to the collapse of Banco Popular, a Spanish bank it allegedly used as a 'personal cash machine'.

Patsy Kensit to secretly return as Sadie King in Emmerdale later this year

Patsy Kensit is set to reprise her role as Sadie King in a secret return to Emmerdale later this year, with bosses aiming to shock fans with the surprise comeback.

EU Pushes Urgent Energy Price Relief Amid High Costs and Geopolitical Tensions

The European Commission is intensifying efforts to lower energy prices, proposing a comprehensive package of measures to provide quick relief to households and industries burdened by costs that remain high compared to global competitors. This urgency is driven by geopolitical vulnerabilities and economic pressures, with the EU seeking to balance industrial protection with climate goals.

Actor Nicholas Brendon, known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer, dies in his sleep

Actor Nicholas Brendon, best known for playing Xander Harris in the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died. His family said he died in his sleep of natural causes.

Period costs force UK women to cut back on essentials, research shows

Rising financial burdens from menstrual costs are forcing many in the UK to reduce spending on food and other essentials, with new research highlighting lifetime expenses exceeding £20,000.

Coronation Street actor confirms 2026 storyline for Dylan Wilson and Betsy Swain

Coronation Street actor Liam McCheyne has confirmed a major upcoming storyline in 2026 involving his character Dylan Wilson and Betsy Swain. According to Manchester Evening News, McCheyne described the plot as 'coming of age' and a 'subject storyline', which he said is the show's specialty.

Katie Price denies Ozempic use after weight loss sparks concern on TV

Katie Price's appearance on Good Morning Britain on Monday, March 16, prompted host Susanna Reid to express concern about her weight, with Price acknowledging she looked gaunt and had lost weight.

Swedish landscaping firm Aktiebolaget Tga Trädgård declared bankrupt

Aktiebolaget Tga Trädgård & Anläggning AB, a Swedish landscaping and installation company, has been declared bankrupt, according to major media reports. The development raises questions about the firm's financial stability and the impact on its workforce and ongoing projects.

IEA agrees to historic 400M barrel oil release amid Hormuz attacks

The International Energy Agency has agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves—the largest such release in history—to address supply disruptions caused by attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. G7 nations backed the release, which comes as oil prices remain volatile and shipping traffic through the critical waterway has nearly halted.

Targeted Care Cuts Fractures in Older Women Over 20 Years

A study in Region Kronoberg found that individualized support in primary care significantly reduces fractures in older women at high osteoporosis risk. Researchers followed women in Vislanda for two decades, comparing targeted interventions to normal treatment.