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20Is social media putting Swedes off having children?
Birthrates in Sweden are falling. The government has issued an inquiry into why. Lyssna: Is social media putting Swedes off having children? Sweden faces a “silent crisis” as birthrates fall, says a government-backed inquiry, A Future with Children, led by economist Åsa Hansson. Closures of 500 preschools signal wider effects across schools, universities and the labour market. Hansson cites possible drivers: social media’s influence, the housing market, insecure jobs and later family formation. Liv Lewitschnik liv.lewitschnik@sverigesradio.se
Sweden targets 15 medals at Milan Cortina 2026
Sweden's Sandra Näslund is a big gold medal hope at the Winter Olympics in Italy. Lyssna: Sweden targets 15 medals at Milan Cortina 2026 The Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina officially get underway this evening with the opening ceremony at Italy's famous San Siro stadium. Sara Hector (alpine skiing) and Walter Wallberg (moguls) who won Olympic gold in Beijing 2022 have been chosen as Sweden's Olympic flag bearers. Swedish Radio Sport's Bengt Skött, who will be commentating on the biathlon in Antholz, tells Radio Sweden about Sweden's best gold medal hopes and what Olympic Winter sports are most beloved by Swedes. Dave Russell david.russell@sverigesradio.se
Swedish language test for citizenship delayed — more time needed
The test on Swedish reading and listening comprehension has been delayed. Lyssna: Swedish language test for citizenship delayed — more time needed The government is delaying plans to test citizenship applicants on their Swedish language skills. The test on Swedish reading and listening comprehension was due to be in place by August this year — that's now being pushed back to October 2027. Listen to hear why. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Sweden to restrict where asylum seekers can live
Sweden's Migration Minister Johan Forssell says the current housing rules for asylum seekers have had many negative consequences. Lyssna: Sweden to restrict where asylum seekers can live Asylum seekers will no longer be able to live wherever they want in Sweden. That's according to a new proposal the government and the Sweden Democrats are moving ahead with. Asylum seekers will also need to for the most part stay in the county their assigned housing's located in. Listen to hear more about the proposed changes. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Swedish boycott of American wines continues — 23% fall last year
The downturn's thought to be connected to the Trump administration's repeated tariff threats. Lyssna: Swedish boycott of American wines continues — 23% fall last year Swedes are continuing to boycott American wines, with sales falling 23% last year according to the Swedish alcohol sales monopoly Systembolaget. The downturn's thought to be connected to the Trump administration's repeated tariff threats. A representative for Systemet tells TT sales are expected to remain lower for the time being, given the US president's recent conflict with European countries over Greenland. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Swedish unions want shorter working week negotiation — but business says no
The Swedish Trade Union Confederation wants to shorten the work week. Lyssna: Swedish unions want shorter working week -- but business says no Employees in Sweden work some of the longest hours in Europe, according to the Swedish Trade Union Confederation, LO. Now it wants to cut working hours, and is asking its counterpart, Sweden's employers organisation, to come to the negotiating table. But the Swedish Confederation of Enterprise, Svensk Näringsliv, says negotiations should not be handled centrally but sector by sector. Liv Lewitschnik liv.lewitschnik@sverigesradio.se
Snow chaos in Sweden's south — accidents on Öresund Bridge
Around 50 or so accidents have been recorded on roads in Skåne since Thursday night. Lyssna: Snow chaos in Sweden's south — accidents on Öresund Bridge Sweden's south is dealing with major traffic issues due to heavy snow. Around 50 or so accidents have been recorded on roads in Skåne since Thursday night, including a number on the Öresund Bridge linking Sweden and Denmark. The Swedish weather service SMHI has issued yellow and orange weather warnings, and is calling on residents to avoid driving. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Swedish Armed Forces: Defence industry must triple production
But defence production would have to increase even more if Sweden were to find itself at war. Lyssna: Försvarsindustrin Sweden's defence industry needs to triple its production rate, according to the Swedish Armed Forces. The Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association, which represents defence companies, says it's possible however long contracts will be required so companies dare to invest. At the same time, production of defence materiel would need to increase even more if Sweden found itself at war. Then a tenfold increase would be needed, according to the military. Hîwa Abdelzadeh hiwa.abdelzadeh@sverigesradio.se Mikael Eriksson mikael.eriksson@sverigesradio.se Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Sweden plans new local veto on uranium extraction
Ebba Busch of the Christian Democrats speaking at a press briefing on Thursday. Lyssna: Sweden plans new local veto on uranium extraction The Swedish government is planning to partly back down on changes to enable more uranium mining in Sweden, and introduce a municipal veto for uranium and rare earth extraction from alum shale. Energy and Mining Minister Ebba Busch says there is no safe method today and warns of risks to groundwater sources. Swedish news agency TT notes Sweden’s largest uranium deposits are in alum shale, and supply could fall if locals say no. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Swedish women named in Epstein files — unclear if they are victims
Thousands of the Epstein files have been pulled from the US Department of Justice's website over privacy concerns. Lyssna: Swedish women named in Epstein files — unclear if they are victims Thousands of documents related to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein have been removed from the US Department of Justice's website, over concerns that his victims identities may have been compromised. Many Swedish women are present in the Epstein files, but it's unclear if any of them were subjected to abuse. According to an email between the Swedish businesswoman Barbro Ehnbom and either Epstein or one of his assistants, a meeting was booked for Epstein and women at a luxury apartment in Manhattan, among other places. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Social Democrats say no to proposition on teen deportations — facing internal criticism
Leader of the Social Democrats Magdalena Andersson. Lyssna: Socialdemokraterna säger nej The Social Democrats say they won't support a proposal from the Centre, Left and Green parties aimed at stopping teen deportations. The three smaller parties are proposing changes to family visa rules so children of foreign residents can get permits up to the age of 21. Meanwhile, the Social Democrats are also facing internal criticism with party members in Täby municipality calling for a change in approach on migration and justice issues. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Fewer bystanders killed but more injured in Sweden’s gang violence last year
Police think the risk of innocent bystanders getting hurt is going down, given that violent crime is decreasing. Lyssna: EDIT Fewer bystanders killed but more injured in Sweden’s gang violence last Police say 18 innocent bystanders were killed or injured in gang-related incidents last year. That includes six people who were shot during an autumn night out in Gävle. Many victims were in the wrong place at the wrong time, police say, but others were targeted because the perpetrator mistook them for someone else. Henrika Åkerman henrika.akerman@sverigesradio.se Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Tips for staying safe on the ice — 'Remember that it is never completely safe'
Johan Karlsson is a volunteer for the Swedish Sea Rescue Society, which assists in 90% of sea rescue operations in Sweden. Lyssna: Tips for staying safe on the ice -- "Remember that it is never completely safe" Last year ten people died due to accidents on the ice in Sweden. The volunteer organisation The Swedish Sea Rescue Society is involved in roughly 90% of all sea rescue operations. We went to a frozen lake outside Stockholm to get tips for staying safe on the ice. Liv Lewitschnik liv.lewitschnik@sverigesradio.se
Livia tried to break a bench press record — broke both her arms instead
Livia won gold at the national championships, but ended up breaking both arms while going for a record 178 kg lift. Lyssna: Livia tried to break a bench press record — broke both her arms instead Livia Blomqvist from Borlänge broke both her arms competing in the Swedish Bench Press Championships, held in Eskilstuna last week. She had already won gold in the classic bench press, and was trying to break the Nordic record by lifting 178 kilos. The worst part was hearing the crack, Livia says. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Örebro marks the first anniversary of Risbergska shooting
Peter Larsson is head of Örebro council administration and has been leading much of the municipality's response to the Risbergska shooting. Lyssna: Örebro marks the first anniversary of Risbergska shooting The first anniversary of the brutal shooting at an adult education college in Örebro is here, and the man in charge of the council administration reflects on a difficult year gone by. But, he says, it is also a year when people have come together and helped each other out in new ways. "This tragic thing is not Örebro, it is not due to this place. It was one person who did this and it has nothing to do with the city, the people or us being safe" says Peter Larsson, chief executive officer of Örebro municipality. Ulla Engberg ulla.engberg@sverigesradio.se
Sweden's teen deportations under fire from opposition parties
Niels Paarup-Petersen is the Centre Party's migration policy spokesperson. Lyssna: Sweden's teen deportations under fire from opposition parties The Centre, Left and Green parties are planning to try and change family visa rules to stop teenage children of foreign residents being deported once they turn 18, reports SVT. The Social Democrats, the largest party in the opposition bloc, are yet to take a position on the issue — but the Centre Party's migration policy spokesperson says they're "idiots" if they don't join them. The parties plan to table an amendment to family visa rules that would let adult children of foreign residents stay in Sweden until the age of 21, but it's unclear if they have the parliamentary support to pass it. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Hashem recorded Örebro campus shooting while locked in a bathroom
Student Hashem Shams said he could hear almost everything from the toilet cubicle he was in. Lyssna: Hashem recorded Örebro campus shooting while locked in a bathroom It's been one year since the Campus Risbergska shooting in Örebro, Sweden's worst ever mass shooting that left 10 people dead. Student Hashem Shams was locked in a bathroom at the time and recorded 46 of the in total 70 shots fired by gunman Rickard Andersson on his phone. Hashem told Swedish Radio he could hear almost everything where he was, and that he recognised the voices of those screaming in the halls. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
Government wants shorter summer break to pass laws — including tougher citizenship rules
About a dozen migration-related proposals due to come before the Riksdag ahead of the election. Lyssna: Government wants shorter summer break to pass laws — including tougher citizens The government and the Sweden Democrats want the Swedish parliament, the Riksdag, to be called back over the summer to pass as many laws as possible ahead of elections this September. More than 200 proposals remain to be tabled, about a dozen of which are related to migration law, including changes to family reunification visas and permanent residence permits. The opposition Social Democrats say the government and the Sweden Democrats are panicking – but Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of the Moderates says there's significant public support for their reforms. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se
One year after the Campus Risbergska mass shooting: Örebro grieves, reflects, and finds strength together
Stortorget in Örebro. Lyssna: One year after the Campus Risbergska mass shooting: Örebro grieves, reflects, a It's been one year since ten people were gunned down by lone killer Richard Andersson at the Campus Risbergska adult education centre in Örebro. Feelings are still raw in the town of Örebro, among the people that stopped to talk to Radio Sweden. "It is so sad, that someone can go in and do so much damage to everyone, not just at the school, but to the whole city", says Kajsa. Ulla Engberg ulla.engberg@sverigesradio.se
Swedes convicted of terror offences in Copenhagen
Danish police patrolling the streets of Copenhagen during the trial. Lyssna: Swedes convicted of terror offences in Copenhagen Two young Swedish men were convicted of terror offences in Copenhagen on Tuesday. They were found guilty of throwing two hand grenades at a building near the Israeli embassy in the Danish capital back in October 2024. The young men's defence claims they are not terrorists, and only followed orders given to them by a criminal gang in Sweden. Radio Sweden english@sverigesradio.se