Sweden

Ancient shipwreck near Stockholm may rewrite Nordic maritime history

The ship's carvel-built design marks a turning point in shipbuilding history, using a construction method that differs from the clinker-built style of most medieval Scandinavian ships.

Three arrested in suspected plot to target Israeli embassy in Stockholm

Swedish police have not confirmed if the individuals were planning on attacking the embassy.

Sweden sentences woman to 12 years in prison for genocide, war crimes in Syria

The woman, identified as 52-year-old Swedish citizen Lina Ishaq, returned to Sweden in 2020 and is currently serving time for other offences committed in Syria.

By REUTERS
11/02/2025
  Police officers are seen at the Risbergska School in Orebro, Sweden, on February 4, 2025, followin

Several shot in attack at Swedish school for adults

The shooting took place in a campus area where several schools, for both children and adults are located. Police said students were held indoors at the affected school and also at nearby schools.

By REUTERS
04/02/2025

Man shot dead in Sweden ahead of court verdict over Quran burning

Momika had burned copies of the Koran, the Muslim holy book, in public demonstrations in 2023 against Islam.

By REUTERS
30/01/2025
Kugel for Pessah

Yerushalmi kugel named world's worst casserole

Two beloved Israeli staples join blood pancakes and other controversial dishes in Taste Atlas' latest ranking of the world's least appetizing foods.

Sweden begins construction on '100,000 years' nuclear waste storage facility

The repository's design aims to provide protection for 100,000 years and withstand geological changes, climate-related disasters, and future ice ages.

Raoul Wallenberg

Raoul Wallenberg Day: Remembering the hero who saved 100,000 Jews

Remembering Raoul Wallenberg, a hero who risked it all to save thousands of Jews from the Holocaust.

Swedish PM accuses Iran of using organized gangs to carry out attacks in Sweden

"Iran is using organized and violent criminal gangs to carry out serious attacks within Sweden," Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated.

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