Sweden has accused Iran of being behind thousands of text messages sent to people across the country, urging revenge for the 2023 burnings of the Quran, Islam’s holy book. According to Stockholm authorities, Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard orchestrated a “data breach” that allowed them to send approximately 15,000 text messages in Swedish, in response to the series of public Quran burnings.

Sweden plans to greatly increase financial help for immigrants who choose to return to their home countries. Starting in 2026, the country will offer up to 350,000 Swedish kronor (about ₹28.7 lakh) to encourage more people to go back. Sweden, once known for its strong humanitarian efforts, has had difficulty integrating many of its recent immigrants.

Sweden advised parents to ban screens for children under two. Kids aged two to five should have no more than one hour of screen time, while those aged six to twelve should be limited to one to two hours. Teens, aged 13 to 18, should be restricted to two to three hours daily. Public Health Minister Jakob Forssmed highlighted a “sleep crisis” among teens, who average six and a half hours of screen time, leading to inadequate sleep and less physical activity.

Sweden launched a new app, Scout Park, allowing citizens to report illegally parked cars and potentially earn rewards. Users aged 16+ can report violations through the app with photo evidence.  If a parking attendant confirms the violation and issues a fine, the reporting user receives a reward.

Sweden prepares to celebrate Midsummer, their cherished summer solstice festival, on June 21st, 2024! This joyous occasion rivals Christmas in importance, offering a chance to soak up the long summer days with loved ones. Expect flower crowns, maypoles, festive feasts, and traditional songs to mark the arrival of summer.

Tesla’s labour dispute in Sweden intensifies as the largest union, Unionen, joins the six-month strike led by IF Metall. The conflict arises from CEO Elon Musk’s refusal to sign a collective bargaining agreement, prompting more unions to support the strike and initiate blockades, significantly escalating the situation.

The biggest retail event in Sweden, the Retail Technology & E-Commerce Expo, is set to take place on May 29th and 30th at Kistamässan in Stockholm. This year’s expo promises to be a major gathering for industry professionals, focusing on the future of both retail and e-commerce.

Sweden officially became a member of NATO in March 2024. This historic shift abandons its decades-long neutral stance in response to the ongoing war and strengthens European security. The move signifies a significant change in Sweden’s foreign policy.

Digging through history in Kalmar, Sweden, archaeologists unearthed a surprise – a gold ring from the 1400s! Found in a pile of old trash, the ring features an image of Jesus Christ.  Amazingly, it’s in great shape, suggesting someone lost it around

Sweden’s parliament passed a new law allowing people to change their legal gender at 16, down from 18. It also simplifies the process by removing the need for a gender dysphoria diagnosis and lengthy evaluations. Supporters say it reduces burdens on transgender individuals. Critics argue for more caution and potential impacts on others. The law takes effect in 2025.