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Integration Minister: Stop ‘un-Danish’ gender-segregated swimming

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“Gender-segregated swimming is foreign to Denmark and undermines integration. We must not let Middle Eastern norms dictate how we design our public spaces,” said the Integration Minister. Plus, the Defence Intelligence Service will investigate a possible information leak in the frigate case which this week resulted in the Minister of Defence firing the Chief of Defence, the Danish Tour de France champion has crashed during a race, breaking several bones, and economists predict a drop in apartment prices in Copenhagen.

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    Shoplifting at the highest in 24 years – more ordinary citizens are stealing

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    Ordinary Danes are stealing more and more, according to supermarket chains Coop and Salling.It is still foreign criminals or socially disadvantaged people who steal from the store. However, there is a different type of thief who roams around and takes small items, like a bag of grapes, without paying for it.“There are some who have […]

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    Every second new car purchased in Denmark is an electric car

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    61.5 percent of new cars in Denmark in December were electric cars.In 2024, 173,047 new passenger cars were sold, which is a very small increase of 0.2 percent compared to 2023, according to Bilstatistik.dk.Electric cars accounted for 51.5 percent of sales in 2024, which was a year with several electric milestones: In June, the Danish […]

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    Danish companies may lack labor from Poland and Romania

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    Denmark mainly employs international labor from Poland and Romania. Yet in the two countries, there are fewer and fewer people of working age.“It is a formidable challenge that Danish business and the economy are facing,” says Erik E. Simonsen, deputy director of the Danish Employers’ Association (DA) to Børsen.In September 2024, there were 404,635 international […]

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    Four people died on New Year’s Eve night

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    It was a night with multiple casualties and injuries yesterday. Several incidents happened across Denmark, and despite the relatively low number of episodes (343, usually around a hundred more occur during New Year’s Eve), some of them cost people their lives.The most tragic episode happened in Roskilde: for unknown reasons, a fire started in a […]

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    The world’s largest passenger aircraft returns to Copenhagen Airport

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    The Airbus A380 lands in Copenhagen on Wednesday, January 1. Emirates is deploying the aircraft on the route to Dubai, Finans writes.The Airbus A380 is the world’s largest passenger aircraft and can accommodate more than 600 passengers on two floors.The aircraft has a wingspan of almost 80 meters and is 24 meters high. It flew […]

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    Fireworks and wind: experts urge caution

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    New Year’s Eve is the busiest night of the year for Denmark’s fire services. Over the past five years, firefighters have responded to an average of 451 fires on December 31st—more than four times the usual daily average.According to Bjarne Nigaard, Secretary-General of Danske Beredskaber (the national organization representing Denmark’s emergency services), many New Year’s […]

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    DSB closes outdoor ticket machines for New Year’s Eve

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    To prevent vandalism during New Year’s celebrations, DSB will close all outdoor ticket machines by 6 PM on December 31, 2024. The machines are expected to be fully operational again on January 1.Signs will be placed on the closed machines, directing customers to alternative ticketing options. Travelers can use indoor ticket machines, Rejsekort, or the […]

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    “Fedtemøg” is the Word of the Year 2024

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    The Danish Language Council (Dansk Sprognævn), in collaboration with Klog på Sprog on DR, has announced fedtemøg as the Word of the Year 2024. The term, which roughly translates to “sticky mess,” was chosen for how well it represents the year.The jury included figures such as Thomas Hestbæk Andersen, director of the Danish Language Council, […]

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    Record year for car traffic across Øresund

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    7,560,000 cars have crossed Øresund between Denmark and Sweden in 2024, Ritzau reports.This is the highest number of trips on the bridge ever in a calendar year. The figure is around 30,000 trips higher than in 2017, when the previous record was set.“Recreational traffic and truck traffic have increased significantly since 2017. And over the […]

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    Pay attention to the new rules for fireworks

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    New firework regulations in Denmark are set to enforce stricter controls over sales and usage.Therefore, pay attention to the new rules, or you risk being fined.Private individuals are now only allowed to use fireworks on December 31 and January 1.Those caught setting off fireworks outside the approved dates will face a fine of 2,500 DKK, […]

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    Greenland’s premier rejects Trump: ‘Greenland is ours. We are not for sale’

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    Greenland’s Premier, Múte Egede, has firmly rejected any suggestion that Greenland could be bought, following remarks by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Trump had described ownership and control of Greenland as “an absolute necessity” in a post on his social media platform, Truth Social.“We are not for sale and will never be for sale,” Egede stated […]

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    Physically demanding jobs double risk of early retirement

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    A new analysis by the Economic Council of the Labour Movement (AE) reveals that physically demanding work significantly increases the likelihood of early retirement. According to the study, 21.4% of workers aged 50-60 in 2018 with physically demanding jobs had retired early by 2023, compared to just 9.9% of their peers in less strenuous roles.“If […]

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    The number of Danes receiving public welfare at a historic low

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    15.7 percent of Danes in the age group 16-64 are on public welfare. This is the lowest number since 1977, according to an analysis from the Danish Labour Movement Business Council (Arbejderbevægelsens Erhvervsråd).“The proportion of Danes on public welfare peaked in 1995, but has since then taken a huge dip, so that now there are […]

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    Novo Nordisk share makes comeback – up 10 percent after brutal Friday

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    There is good news for Novo Nordisk investors who held on to the share during Friday’s brutal drop of 20.7 percent.The share is trading on Monday morning at around 648, which is ten percent higher than at the close of trading on Friday, TV2 reports.Thus, Novo Nordisk’s stock market value has already recovered around 200 […]

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    Unusually mild air over Northern Europe following winter solstice

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    During Christmas days, an extremely warm air mass for the season is pumped up over Northwest Europe and Scandinavia, TV2 writes.This is an air mass that at a height of one and a half kilometers is 15 to 18 degrees warmer than normal for this time of year.The temperature at this height typically gives a […]

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    Police alert on Christmas markets in Copenhagen

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    Four people have died after a driver deliberately drove through a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg on Friday evening.Up to 80 people are also said to be seriously injured, according to the German media Bild.According to several visitors to the Christmas market, the perpetrator drove zigzag through the market – presumably to […]

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    Number of Christmas burglaries way down

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    Reported burglaries in homes over the Christmas period (from December 23 through December 31) was at a record low last year, Danmarks Statistik reported. In 2023, 362 burglaries were committed in Denmark during the Christmas period, compared to 1,776 ten years ago. Three out of ten of the burglaries during the Christmas period took place on […]

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    New law pushes Danish companies to cut packaging waste

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    A new law passed by the Danish Parliament aims to reduce the country’s packaging waste and make recycling easier. Denmark is one of the EU’s largest producers of household-like waste per capita.Under the new law, companies will take financial responsibility for collecting and recycling the packaging they distribute. This marks a shift from the current […]

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    “1 in 5 commercial property valuations overestimated”

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    A new analysis from EjendomDanmark reveals that nearly 18% of commercial property valuations in Denmark are set too high, leading to an overvaluation of 6.4 billion DKK. EjendomDanmark, the national trade association representing property owners and managers in Denmark, conducted a study to examine the accuracy of property valuations used to calculate taxes.The analysis compared […]

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    Inflation hits: income reduced in most municipalities

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    In 2023, many people in Denmark, especially in Jutland, saw their incomes fall when adjusted for inflation, despite the fact they formally earn more. A new study by the Arbejderbevægelsens Erhvervsråd (Workers’ Movement Business Council) shows that in 79 municipalities, the typical person had an income increase that was lower than inflation. This trend was […]

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    51 municipalities are threatened by flooding

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    A new flood risk mapping report from Denmark’s Coastal Directorate has revealed a significant increase in the number of municipalities at risk of flooding, with the number rising from 27 to 51. The updated map, released today, identifies areas most vulnerable to flooding due to sea and watercourses.The report focuses on two key flood scenarios—storm […]

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    Denmark has the fourth-highest fines for minor speed limit violations

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    Denmark is in fourth place on a list of European countries with the highest fines for minor speeding violations, according to a study by DiscoverCars.com. The ranking focuses on fines for exceeding a 50 km/h speed limit by 14 km/h, which is common in urban areas.The study found that Denmark is one of the most […]

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    Today is the world Arabic language day

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    Today, December 18, marks World Arabic Language Day, an annual celebration since 2012 recognizing Arabic’s profound contributions to global culture, knowledge, and diversity.

    Arabic is spoken by over 450 million people worldwide and holds official status in nearly 25 countries. As one of the six official languages of the United Nations, it is a cornerstone of cultural and linguistic diversity. Arabic’s influence extends beyond linguistic borders—it has been a key vehicle for transmitting knowledge, from preserving Greek and Roman texts to fueling the intellectual Renaissance in Europe.

    “Today we are celebrating Arabic Language Scientific Day, which represents a timeless source of knowledge. It carries within it a rich heritage and inexhaustible treasures of wisdom,” is the comment from the Embassy of Saudi Arabia.

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    New right-wing party increases the risk of vote waste – could benefit Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen

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    Member of Folketinget and former chairman of Nye Borgerlige, Lars Boje Mathiesen, has obtained enough signatures to be eligible to run for the Danish Parliament.This means that Boje’s party, Borgernes Parti, is on the ballot in the next election, which will take place no later than October 31, 2026.Lars Boje Mathiesen was previously a member […]

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    Christmas will probably not be white but grey

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    A mild December seems to continue throughout the Holidays next week and once again shatter all dreams of a White Christmas in Denmark.“A nationwide white Christmas is unlikely,” says DR Vejret meteorologist Thomas Mørk.Mild winds from the west are causing relatively high temperatures this December.Right now, we are at temperatures between 9 and 12 degrees. […]

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    Nordic Waste owners face huge claims after environmental scandal

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    Back in January, the waste treatment company Nordic Waste went bankrupt after a highly publicized case of a landslide with contaminated soil at Ølst, near Randers.After the landslide, a large bill must be paid for the clean-up work.Nordic Waste owner in rare interview: “We should have communicated more”The bankruptcy estate of Nordic Waste has raised […]

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    Foreign Minister gains access to private jet travel without justification

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    According to Ekstra Bladet, the 2025 budget agreement allows Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen (M) and future foreign ministers to charter private jets without providing justification, aligning their privileges with those of the prime minister. The agreement also shifts the financial responsibility for such travel from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the Ministry of […]

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    Christmas traffic on the Great Belt Bridge

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    Sund & Bælt predicts over 250,000 travelers will cross the Great Belt Bridge during the Christmas holidays. Although traffic levels are expected to rise, significant delays are unlikely. The busiest day is anticipated to be December 26th, with the heaviest traffic occurring from 10 AM to 3 PM. Travelers are encouraged to plan their trips […]

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    Denmark invests DKK 145 million in green technology projects

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    In 2024, 38 innovative projects will share a total of DKK 145 million in grants from the Ministry of Environment and Equality’s Environmental Technology Development and Demonstration Program (MUDP). These projects focus on solutions for critical environmental, nature, and climate challenges.The selected initiatives address issues such as the sustainable destruction of asbestos accumulating at recycling […]

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    Activist Paul Watson is released and will not be extradited to Japan

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    Canadian-American environmental activist Paul Watson will not be extradited to Japan. The decision came from the Danish Ministry of Justice, as announced by his defense lawyer, Julie Stage, to the news agency Ritzau.

    As a result, he was released from the prison in Greenland where he had been detained for months.

    According to DR, his lawyer Jonas Christoffersen said, “I have always believed that it was a trivial case that could not justify an extradition, and I am most annoyed that it has cost him five months of his life.”

    Watson was arrested in Nuuk based on a Japanese arrest warrant. Japan sought his extradition and prosecution for an incident in Antarctica in 2010.

    According to the Japanese authorities, Watson helped damage a whaling ship and also prevented Japanese whalers from carrying out their work.

    During these months, he has received massive solidarity from both the public and VIPs.

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    New agreement strengthens maternal and birth care in Denmark

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    The Danish government, along with SF, Radikale Venstre, Enhedslisten, and The Alternative, has agreed on a new deal to strengthen the birth sector, benefiting both expectant mothers and healthcare staff.The agreement allocates DKK 68.2 million annually from 2025 to fund several initiatives. One of the key measures is that women who give birth multiple times […]

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    Companies withdraw products depicting king Frederik without consent

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    Two companies have been told to stop selling products featuring King Frederik and other members of the royal family without permission. The Royal House reported the issue to the Consumer Ombudsman, who stepped in.One company, Sighs ApS, sold Christmas ornaments showing King Frederik, Queen Mary, and Queen Margrethe on Facebook and Instagram. Another company sold […]

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    Government to strengthen equal treatment of Greenlanders in Denmark

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    The Danish government has announced new initiatives to combat discrimination and strengthen equal treatment of Greenlanders residing in Denmark. A key measure includes establishing a new state entity under the Ministry of Immigration and Integration, tasked with coordinating efforts to ensure equality for Greenlanders across various sectors.Additionally, the government will introduce a Greenlandic version of […]

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    Many farmers will take their land out and take compensation from the state

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    A central part of the so-called “Green Tripartite Agreement” is that Danish farmers must take parts of their land out of use with the possibility of being financially compensated by the Danish state.Danish government strikes major green dealThe application round for this scheme has just closed, and interest has been greater than expected.Farmers and landowners […]

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    90% of products from online marketplaces fail safety tests

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    Ninety percent of products from online marketplaces have failed to meet EU safety standards, according to a new investigation by the Danish Safety Technology Authority (Sikkerhedsstyrelsen). The inspection covered 100 items purchased from ten platforms, including Amazon, Temu, and Shein, with many products deemed illegal or dangerous.The study focused on categories such as toys, electrical […]

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    Mandatory pension fund loses billions on Swedish battery factory

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    Almost all wage earners in Denmark pay into the ATP pension fund through their employer. Full-time employees pay 99 kroner a month, while their employer contributes double that.ATP is the abbreviationfor Arbejdsmarkedets TillægsPension. The scheme was introduced in 1964 as a supplement to the state pension.Now the fund stands to lose DKK 2.3 billion in […]

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    Randers to reject State loan for landslide recovery

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    Randers Municipality is facing a large bill for the cleanup and rebuilding after a landslide in Ølst, with costs nearing 300 million kroner. The state has offered a loan of 270 million kroner to help cover the expenses, but local politicians are likely to reject it. TV reports it. Many members of the city council, […]

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    New firework rules

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    New firework regulations in Denmark aim to tighten control over sales and usage. Fireworks can now only be sold between December 15 and December 31, and private individuals may only set them off on December 31 and January 1. DR reports it. The changes, introduced as part of the government’s legislative program, come with increased […]

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    Danes set new spending record in December 2023 retail

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    Danes spent a record 38.5 billion DKK in retail during December 2023, marking a 3.2% increase compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Denmark. The holiday season, traditionally the peak for consumer spending, saw bookstores, toy stores, and kitchenware shops experiencing particularly high demand. December accounted for 9.7% of the year’s total retail turnover, […]

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    Go ahead to Novo Nordisk’s giant acquisition

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    The Copenhagen Post

    Novo Holdings has received the green light for its giant acquisition of the American pharmaceutical manufacturer Catalent, Ritzau reports.According to a stock exchange announcement, all regulatory conditions for the completion of the acquisition have now been met, which includes approval in the EU, by competition authorities and in the USA.“The parties are now free to […]

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    Fedtemøg is Danish word of the year

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    The Copenhagen Post

    Every year, the Danish Language Board selects the Danish word of the year. It typically reflects a person or an event that has influenced the lives of Danes in the past year.This year, the honor goes to “Fedtemøg”, DR writes.Besides being difficult to pronounce for an international, the meaning is also quite tricky.Fedtemøg is the […]

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    Brit Sanjay Shah gets maximum sentence for billion-dollar fraud against the Danish state

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    The Copenhagen Post

    54-year-old Brit Sanjay Shah was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Thursday for the largest fraud to date against the Danish state.In addition to the prison sentence, Shah was expelled from Denmark and denied the right to engage in business management.Further, an amount of more than seven billion DKK was confiscated from Mr. Shah, […]

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    Demonstrations disrupt morning traffic in Copenhagen

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    Several key traffic routes in central Copenhagen were blocked by demonstrators this morning. Long queues formed on Ågade towards the lakes at the intersection of Falkoner Allé and Jagtvej, with traffic backed up further on Åboulevarden. Additionally, a demonstration took place at the intersection of H.C. Andersens Boulevard and Tietgensgade.

    Police are present at both locations and managing the situation. The protests caused significant delays during the morning rush hour, and authorities are urging commuters to find alternative routes.

    For information about the traffic, you can visit DR Trafik.

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    Sydbank signs 3 billion DKK financing deal with EIB

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    Sydbank has entered into an agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to provide 3 billion DKK in financing for larger Danish companies. This Linked Risk Sharing arrangement, a first in Denmark, allows EIB to guarantee up to 50% of each loan, enabling Sydbank to expand its lending capacity.The financing is aimed at companies with […]

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    These are the days when Danes travel the most by train

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    In 2024, Denmark’s S-trains set new records, with November emerging as the busiest month of the year. The highest single-day ridership was recorded on Friday, November 29, with 451,704 passengers. This remarkable day combined Black Friday shopping, Christmas parties, and a soccer match between Brøndby and AaB. It marked the busiest day for S-trains in […]

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    Municipal plan unanimously approved: 40,000 new homes in 12 years

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    Christoffer Friis Christensen

    The new municipal plan has been unanimously approved by Copenhagen’s City Council, setting the course for the city’s development over the next 12 years. The plan aims to address housing shortages, rising costs, and the need for sustainable growth as the capital’s population is expected to exceed 750,000 by 2050.The plan outlines the construction of […]

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    Aarhus will address parking accessibility for residents with disabilities

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    Aarhus will address the issue of mobility and inclusivity for its residents with disabilities. As part of the Rapid Applications for Transport (RAPTOR) programme, the city has identified a critical challenge: the lack of real-time data and effective management of accessible parking spaces in its urban center.Accessible parking is important for ensuring that people with […]

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    Copenhagen University has a new rector

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    Copenhagen University has appointed a new rector, DR reports. The university’s board has unanimously selected David Dreyer Lassen, a professor, economist, and current pro-rector, to lead the institution.Lassen will take office in March next year, succeeding Henrik C. Wegener, who has served as rector since 2017. “KU (Copenhagen University) must be a leading university. This […]

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    25,000 SOSUs missing, says FOA

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    A severe shortage of social and healthcare workers (SOSU) could jeopardize welfare for Denmark’s growing elderly population, warns FOA, Denmark’s third-largest trade union, which primarily represents workers in municipalities and regions, along with private sector employees.According to FOA, nearly 25,000 additional SOSU employees will be needed by 2034 to maintain the current level of care […]

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    Electricity prices to hit record high Thursday

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    Electricity prices are set to reach an all-time high in Denmark on Thursday, December 12, according to Norlys, the country’s largest integrated energy and telecommunications group. Between 5–6 PM, the base electricity price will spike to 6.98 DKK/kWh, marking the highest level in years and exceeding the most expensive hours during the 2022 energy crisis.“While […]

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