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September 29, 2026

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Property portal Hemnet is cutting over a third of its workforce, affecting around 50 employees, to save up to 85 million kronor a year. In Brussels, the government is reportedly threatening to veto the EU budget. Following a successful election, the Norrland Party is demanding a regional parliament and Scottish-style self-rule. Meanwhile, Centre Party leader Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist accused the Left Party of breaking a promise, adding another complication to stalled government formation talks. A mental health investigation into Liam Nebel, the suspect in the Fagersta school shooting, was halted before the attack despite extensive warnings. Separately, an egg-donation recruiter told reporters that affluent clients specifically ask for donors who are 'light-skinned and tall'.

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Real estate company Hemnet is implementing a significant cost-saving package, aiming to save 80-85 million annually and potentially affecting 50 employees. Over one-third of its workforce is reportedly being laid off, a decision described as difficult by the CEO.

Svenska Dagbladet: Major Savings Package at Hemnet

Real estate company Hemnet is implementing a significant cost-saving package, aiming to save 80-85 million annually and potentially affecting 50 employees, described as a difficult decision by the CEO.

Dagens Nyheter: Hemnet Layoffs: Over a Third to Go

A 'Just nu' (Right now) alert reports that Hemnet is making cuts, with over one-third of its employees being laid off.

Following a successful election, the Norrland Party is demanding self-governance for the region, seeking a separate parliament similar to Scotland.

Aftonbladet: Norrland Party Demands Self-Rule After Election Success

Following a successful election, the Norrland Party is demanding self-governance similar to Scotland, aiming for their own parliament.

Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist, leader of the Centre Party, has commented on the Left Party breaking a promise, adding to the complexities of the ongoing government formation talks.

Expressen: Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist: V broke promise

Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist comments on the Left Party breaking a promise.

An investigation into Liam Nebel's mental state, conducted prior to the Fagersta school shooting, was reportedly stopped despite extensive concerns.

Dagens Nyheter: Alarm Raised About Mental Health; Investigation Halted

Despite extensive concerns before the school shooting in Fagersta, an investigation into Liam Nebel's mental state was stopped, with a quote suggesting more pressure should have been applied.

A Dagens Nyheter investigation into egg donation practices continues, with an egg recruiter revealing that clients often seek 'light-skinned and tall' donors who resemble them.

Dagens Nyheter: Egg Recruiter: 'People Want Children Who Resemble Them'

An egg recruiter discusses her job of acquiring egg cells for affluent clients, stating that clients prefer donors who are 'light-skinned and tall'.

Dagens Nyheter: DN Investigates: The Egg Donors

DN is investigating the practices and individuals involved in egg donation.

Thirty-one-year-old golf star Matilda Castren, who has made golf history, has announced the end of her career.

Expressen: JUST NOW: Career ends

A 31-year-old has made a shocking announcement about ending their career, having made golf history.

The Liseberg amusement park is removing a popular attraction, its bumper cars, after 99 years of operation.

Expressen: JUST NOW: Liseberg removes favorite

The Liseberg amusement park is removing a popular attraction after 99 years.

Sweden is reportedly threatening to veto the European Union budget, signaling a firm stance on fiscal matters within the bloc.

Svenska Dagbladet: Sweden Threatens to Block EU Budget

Sweden is reportedly threatening to veto the EU budget, indicating a strong stance on fiscal matters within the bloc.

A recent poll indicates that Center Party voters are struggling with their decision ahead of the 2026 elections, with many not supporting a new election. An expert notes this reflects wishful thinking.

Svenska Dagbladet: C-Voters Undecided Ahead of 2026 Elections

A poll suggests that Center Party voters are struggling to decide, with the party's own voters reportedly not supporting a new election, and an expert commenting on wishful thinking.

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