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Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Hospital's Surgical Error Sparks Outrage

In a shocking revelation, 33 women underwent unnecessary hysterectomies at Akademiska Hospital between 2023 and 2024 due to misdiagnosed pre-cancerous conditions. The women, aged 38 to 85, were incorrectly informed of cell changes that led to the removal of their wombs.

2 h

Health

Northvolt Cuts 840 Jobs Amid Crisis

Northvolt, the Swedish battery manufacturer, has announced the layoff of 840 employees at its Skellefteå factory due to ongoing financial difficulties. This decision follows negotiations with the union IF Metall, which began after Northvolt initially warned of 1,600 potential job cuts in September.

2 h

Business

Marcel Hirscher's Triumphant Return to Skiing

Marcel Hirscher, the alpine skiing superstar, is making a highly anticipated comeback this weekend at the World Cup giant slalom opener in Sölden, Austria. Hirscher, who retired in 2019, boasts an impressive career with two Olympic golds and seven World Championship titles.

2 h

Sports

Hope and Frustration at COP16

The global effort to combat biodiversity loss is marked by both hope and frustration, as highlighted by biologist Torbjörn Ebenhard, who has been involved in this mission for over three decades. The urgency of the situation is underscored by the alarming statistic that populations of wild vertebrates have declined by an average of 73% since 1970.

20 h

Environment

Sundsvall Drowning Ruled Accidental

In a tragic incident this past August, a wheelchair-bound man drowned in the Sundsvall harbor. Initially, a murder investigation was launched, and four individuals were detained as suspects.

Yesterday

Local News

Minorities Protest Swedish Culture Canon Exclusion

Sweden's national minorities have accused Lars Trägårdh's investigation into a Swedish culture canon of legal violations and oppression. Invited to discuss the canon, minority representatives were disappointed by the lack of dialogue and influence in the process.

Yesterday

Politics

Sweden's Equality Ranking Plummets

Sweden has experienced a significant drop in the global equality rankings, falling 14 places over the past four years in Oxfam's Commitment to Reducing Inequality Index (CRII). This decline is attributed to changes in tax policies, such as reduced marginal tax rates and the abolition of inheritance and wealth taxes, which have widened economic disparities.

Yesterday

Economy

Man Detained Over Hash Cookie Poisoning

A 20-year-old man has been detained on probable cause for aggravated assault after nine individuals, mostly from the same family, were poisoned by hash-laced cookies in Karlskrona. The suspect, who was interrogated on Saturday, has changed his account of the events, contradicting the victims' statements.

Yesterday

Crime

Thousands Tackle Swedish University Exam

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, 61,994 individuals participated in the autumn session of the Swedish university entrance exam, known as the högskoleprov. This exam, which includes a section dedicated to testing vocabulary skills, challenges participants to demonstrate their understanding of complex words.

20 October, 17:33

Education

Tragic Car Accident Claims Three Lives in Luleå

A tragic car accident occurred in Luleå, Sweden, during the early hours of Sunday, resulting in the deaths of three young men in their late teens. An 18-year-old woman, also involved in the accident, is hospitalized with serious injuries.

20 October, 13:14

Local News

Shooting Incident in Fittja: One Arrested

In Fittja, south of Stockholm, several apartments were targeted in a shooting incident late Saturday night. Police responded swiftly to the scene after residents reported hearing gunshots.

20 October, 08:45

Crime

Father Saves Son from Bear Attack

In a dramatic encounter in the forests near Edsbyn, a father saved his 11-year-old son from a bear attack. The incident occurred when the pair approached what turned out to be a bear's den.

19 October, 15:41

Local News

Karlskrona Cake Poisoning: THC Suspected

In Karlskrona, nine individuals, including several children, were hospitalized after consuming homemade cakes suspected to be laced with a harmful substance. The victims, aged between 10 and 20, experienced severe symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness, and hallucinations.

19 October, 15:40

Crime

Fire Evacuates Södertälje Apartment Building

A fire broke out in a multi-family building in the Ronna district of Södertälje on Saturday, prompting a swift response from police and emergency services. The blaze, which originated in the building's basement, quickly filled the stairwells with smoke, forcing residents to seek refuge on their balconies.

19 October, 11:06

Local News

Severe Burns in Lilla Edet Garage Accident

Two men in their 30s suffered severe burns after a gasoline accident in Lilla Edet, Sweden, on Friday night. The incident occurred in a residential garage where the men were working on a car.

19 October, 06:36

Local News

Tragic Workplace Accident in Borlänge

A tragic workplace accident occurred in Borlänge, Sweden, resulting in the death of a man. The incident took place on Friday morning at the Borlänge Energi site in the Kvarnsveden industrial area.

19 October, 06:36

Accident

Rebecca's Path to Medical School Success

Rebecca Zauner, a 23-year-old from Piteå, achieved an impressive score of 1. 95 out of a possible 2.

18 October, 21:59

Education

Court Halts Interpreter Fees in Blekinge

The Administrative Court has overturned Region Blekinge's decision to impose interpreter fees for medical visits, citing a lack of legal support for such charges. The decision, initially made in February, faced significant opposition from local residents and professionals, including an open letter from 190 doctors.

18 October, 17:35

Legal

Sweden Shifts Financial Strategy

Sweden is set to abandon its long-standing surplus target for state finances, replacing it with a balance target. This decision, supported by six of the eight parliamentary parties, aims to allow deficits during economic downturns to be offset by surpluses in better times.

18 October, 17:35

Politics

Principal on Trial for Schoolyard Tragedy

In a tragic incident at Sjumilaskolan in Gothenburg, an eight-year-old boy named Adil died after falling from a height on the school playground in March 2022. The school's former principal is now facing charges of occupational safety violations leading to involuntary manslaughter.

17 October, 23:44

Legal

Sweden's Economic Shift Sparks Internal Debate

Sweden's decision to transition from a surplus to a balance budget goal has ignited significant debate within the Social Democratic Party. The new economic plan, agreed upon by six of the eight parliamentary parties, aims to free up 200 billion kronor over eight years by halting debt repayments.

17 October, 23:44

Politics

Doctors Under Investigation for Self-Billing

In a startling revelation, 42 doctors in Sweden's Region Stockholm and Västra Götalandsregionen have been found billing for medical consultations with themselves as patients. This unusual practice has prompted investigations by the respective regions, following inquiries by Dagens Nyheter.

17 October, 15:08

Health

Sweden Boosts Air Defense Amid Global Tensions

Sweden is ramping up its defense strategy with a significant focus on air defense, as highlighted in the latest government proposal. The plan includes a substantial investment of 174 billion kronor in military defense by 2030, with a particular emphasis on strengthening the air defense regiment in Halmstad, currently the only one in the country.

16 October, 21:21

Defense

Court Employee Faces Data Breach Allegations

A court employee at Malmö District Court is under investigation for allegedly accessing confidential information related to organized crime cases. The employee, who attended the funeral of a murdered gang member, is suspected of retrieving secret details about the suspect in the Rosengård murder case, despite having no official reason to access such information.

16 October, 16:54

Crime

Scandal Erupts Over Swedish Agency's Hiring Practices

The Swedish Universitetskanslersämbetet is embroiled in controversy after its Director General, Martin Norsell, hired his former coach as an independent investigator without a competitive bidding process. This decision, which bypassed public procurement laws, has drawn sharp criticism from legal experts.

16 October, 12:13

Politics