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Aftonbladet is a Swedish daily tabloid newspaper founded by Lars Johan Hierta in 1830. Based in Stockholm, it is one of the largest and most widely read news publications in the Nordic region. The paper covers a broad range of national and international news, sports, and entertainment, targeting a general Swedish-speaking audience. Over its long history, it has maintained a significant role in Swedish media and journalism.
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Who founded Aftonbladet and when?
Lars Johan Hierta founded Aftonbladet in 1830. The first issue appeared in Stockholm during Sweden's 19th-century liberal press movement. [Aftonbladet history](https://www.aftonbladet.se/omaftonbladet/a/LOlQ4/om-aftonbladet-kontakt-och-redaktionell-policy)
What kind of newspaper is Aftonbladet?
It is a Swedish daily tabloid based in Stockholm. Its coverage spans national and international news, sports, and entertainment, making it broader than a specialist business or sports paper.
Is Aftonbladet's news desk politically independent?
Aftonbladet says its news operation is politically independent, while its opinion page describes itself as independent social democratic. That distinction matters when separating reported news from commentary. [Aftonbladet editorial policy](https://www.aftonbladet.se/omaftonbladet/a/kwMBB9/aftonbladets-journalistik-vanliga-fragor)
How does Aftonbladet make money online?
Its own FAQ says advertising is the main base for much free content, with the Plus subscription as a growing revenue stream. It also says the paper receives no press support. [Aftonbladet editorial policy](https://www.aftonbladet.se/omaftonbladet/a/kwMBB9/aftonbladets-journalistik-vanliga-fragor)
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