The news is underground today. While flooding once again haunts the shores of Nordsjælland, a huge tunnel project is underway to secure a dry capital. Commuters, beware, two Metro lines close in February, and the season for annual reports kicks in.
The news is underground today. While flooding once again haunts the shores of Nordsjælland, a huge tunnel project is underway to secure a dry capital. Commuters, beware, two Metro lines close in February, and the season for annual reports kicks in.
New data from a study on Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss drug, amycretin, has shown positive results. Participants in the study who received the highest dose of the drug lost an average of 22 percent of their body weight after 36 weeks.After the study was published, Novo Nordisk’s stock value rose by about 10 percent on Friday […]
By 2025 at the latest, we should be able to fly green on domestic flights in Denmark, said Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen in her New Year’s speech 2022. The airline industry announces that the goal is out of reach, TV2 Kosmopol reports.“The idea of a green domestic route is really good, but we think the […]
Another sold-out red-and-white evening at Boxen in Herning. Another big win for the superior Danish handball team, on course for its fourth World Cup in a row.Denmark won 39-28 over Switzerland in a match that, like the previous four, was decided after the first half. Denmark is crushing the opponent in the first 30 minutes, […]
In a new poll, the Citizens’ Party gets 1.8 percent of the vote, writes DR. The threshold for entering the Danish Parliament is 2.9 percent.The poll was conducted by the research institute Epinion for DR and the Danish Parliament.So, the party is very close to the threshold of 2.0 percent.“We’ve only just started, and there […]
Starting February 1, stricter measures will be introduced to combat bicycle theft and petty crimes like shoplifting, following a new law passed by a broad majority in the Danish Parliament.As part of the new legislation, police will now be allowed to conduct random checks on cyclists to determine whether a bicycle has been reported stolen, […]
This afternoon, it was announced that “Pigen med nålen”, also known as “The Girl with the Needle”, has been officially nominated for the Oscars. The film is about a little-known chapter of Danish history, focusing on Dagmar Overbye, a notorious figure who, a century ago, was convicted of murdering nine infants in 1921. Directed by […]
Denmark’s contribution to a larger NATO effort in the Baltic Sea will include both ships and fighter jets as well as special operations forces, the Ministry of Defense informs Ritzau.Denmark will implement “increased surveillance of and presence in Danish waters and straits as well as in the western part of the Baltic Sea in support […]
By the end of December 2024, Denmark had 30,439 public charging points for electric vehicles (EVs), an increase of 12,071 from 2023. This 69.5% growth reflects the rising demand for charging infrastructure as more Danes transition to electric vehicles.“The charging infrastructure continues to expand, which is positive,” says Allan Skytte Christensen, senior consultant at Mobility […]
The Danish Drinking Water Fund (Drikkevandsfonden) has announced funding of 67.4 million kroner for 15 projects aimed at protecting groundwater and ensuring access to clean drinking water. The projects include establishing pesticide-free zones, closing unused wells, and purchasing land for long-term water protection.These projects will take place in the municipalities of Aalborg, Skive, Assens, Vordingborg, […]
Flu cases and hospitalizations due to influenza are at a high and rising level. Similarly, RSV cases are also high and increasing. According to the Statens Serum Institut, influenza and RSV (the respiratory syncytial virus) are reaching their annual peak, as typically happens in January and February. If you feel sick, remember that in many […]
Amira Smajic, known from the TV 2 documentary The Black Swan, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison by the Odense Court for charges including fraud. Of the sentence, 15 months are suspended.Her case originates from the documentary The Black Swan, where she was the main protagonist, that caused one of the biggest scandals […]
A new agreement has been made by the Danish company Vestas for a wind turbine project in Ukraine, aimed at rebuilding critical green infrastructure. The project, which will feature 64 wind turbines, could provide electricity to 700,000 households.The agreement was reached between Ukrainian company DTEK and Vestas, with a state-backed guarantee of 2.85 billion DKK […]
According to a report by Politiken, doctors in Greenland have been administering Depo-Provera to many more women than they should have. This drug is a powerful contraceptive with long-term effects, preventing pregnancy for up to a year after a woman stops using it. Many doctors have told Politiken that this contraceptive was given to more […]
Danske Bank has been fined 50 million Norwegian kroner (around 30 million DKK) for market manipulation. The fine relates to the issuance of ten-year Norwegian government bonds in February 2023.The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority (Finanstilsynet) shared the news, stating that the bank’s actions violated fair market practices.The following is the statement from the Authority:“In February […]
US former ambassador in Copenhagen, Carla Sands, was appointed by Trump in his last term, and yesterday made several harsh comments speaking about Denmark, in an interview on TV2: “Denmark has been like someone who owns an asset but cannot afford to take care of it.”According to TV, “The former ambassador emphasizes that she does […]
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen summoned the leaders of several parties in the Folketing to discuss the situations in Greenland and the USA in her office. Not all party leaders were summoned—only those from the government-supporting parties: the Conservatives, the Radicals, the SF, and the Liberal Alliance. When the briefing was over and the leaders […]
In November 2024, employment in Denmark reached a new record, with 3,035,400 people holding salaried jobs, according to the latest data from Danmarks Statistiks. The total number of salaried employees increased by 2,700 from October.The country’s current employment level is now at one of its all-time peaks. Compared to November 2023, there were 29,600 more […]
During and after Trump’s proclamation, some companies suffered in the stock market, and one in particular. Ørsted, one of the biggest companies in the country, on Monday announced that it was writing down 12 billion DKK. Today, at the opening of the C25 Index, Ørsted’s shares fell by 16 percent. “This brings Ørsted’s share down […]
Dyrenes Beskyttelse’s animal shelters have been busy in 2024, with more animals needing new homes. The group found homes for 8,214 animals across Denmark, with 1,580 animals rehomed at the Funen Shelter. This is the highest number at Funen since 2021.However, more dogs were being given up, making it harder to find new homes for […]
The 48-year-old Jacob Friis is the new national coach of the Finnish men’s national football team, the Finnish Football Association announced on Monday.Friis has previously coached AaB Aalborg and Viborg. He has been given a contract that is valid until the European Championship in the summer of 2028.He is the second Dane to take the […]
The large number of foreign tourists played a significant role in Tivoli raising its financial expectations twice during 2024. Following this development, Tivoli reported on December 3 that the year’s profit was expected to reach DKK 150 million.The CEO of Tivoli, Susanne Mørch Koch, commented on the result via LinkedIn. She wrote:“1.4 million foreign tourists […]
MobilePay is introducing new fees for sending large amounts of money. From now on, you can send up to 4,000 DKK per recipient within 24 hours for free. If you send more than that, you’ll pay a 1% fee on the amount over 4,000 DKK. For example, if you send 4,100 DKK, it will cost […]
The last Friday the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Danish union FOA in a case against the Danish Labour Market Insurance (AES) and the Appeals Board. The decision could lead to compensation payouts totaling up to 2.5 billion DKK for approximately 25,000 flex job workers, according to FOA. The case addressed AES and […]
The Novo Nordisk drug Wegovy has produced a weight loss of 20.7 percent in a study where the company tested a higher dose, the company wrote in a press release on Friday.In comparison, a dose of the drug’s active ingredient semaglutide, which is three times lower, produces a weight loss of 17.5 percent.“We are pleased […]
Help comes to citizens who rent out a home, car or boat via a digital platform.New legislation will ease conditions for using a higher basic deduction in calculating their taxable income.The easing applies to the years 2023, 2024 and 2025.The adopted bill addresses challenges with the automatic exchange of information between several platforms and tax […]
If an environmental disaster occurs in Danish waters, and massive amounts of oil from the Russian shadow fleet were to spill into the sea, Denmark’s preparedness cannot handle the situation, says defense analyst Jens Wenzel Kristoffersen to DR.Large tankers with tons of Russian oil repeatedly pass Danish waters.Recently, the Panamanian ship ‘Jazz’ had to pass […]
Bike parking is “a city in Russia” and does not meet the needs of the biking country Denmark and the country’s capital, according to the Cyclists’ Association, TV2 Kosmopol reports.“It’s about both quantity and quality. There are simply not enough bicycle parking options, and those that do exist are not good enough at all. And […]
A special event is happening in the night sky this month. Four bright planets—Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus—are visible after sunset. By the end of February, Mercury will join them, making five planets visible at the same time.Cecilie Sand Nørholm, an astrophysicist at the Planetarium in Copenhagen, on DR calls this a “planet parade.” It […]
In ten years, there may be a shortage of almost 23,000 social and health care workers in the country’s nursing homes and home care.That is a scenario if there is to be the same number of hands per citizen as today, according to an analysis from Momentum, a newsletter issued by Kommunernes Landsforening (the Association […]
Trump has not withdrawn his threats against Denmark on Greenland. This is what Danish PM Mette Frederiksen said during a confidential meeting of the Foreign Policy Committee with the leader of Venstre and Minister of Defence Troels Lund Poulsen, and the leader of Moderaterne and Minister of Foreign Affairs Lars Løkke Rasmussen. The meeting took […]
Netcompany has been chosen by the Danish Agency for Digital Government to take charge of updating the NemKonto system. NemKonto is the system that handles all public payments in Denmark, such as tax refunds and social benefits. Each year, it processes over 100 million payments.Netcompany will rebuild the system from scratch and make sure it […]
DSB has introduced a highly awaited feature in its mobile app, allowing passengers to select their seats when purchasing tickets.
This new addition comes in response to numerous requests from users who have been asking for the option to choose where they sit during their travels.
DSB announced it on X: “News: The long-awaited feature is now live in the DSB app. Many people have been asking for this feature in our app. That’s why we’re happy to announce that you can now choose a seat when buying a ticket.”
A report from Mybanker, a banking platform, has revealed significant differences in household debt across Denmark’s municipalities. The report shows that residents in Gentofte, one of the wealthiest areas in the country, carry the highest average debt. An average adult in Gentofte owes more than 1.5 million DKK, more than five times the average debt […]
Denmark has promised 75 million kroner in extra aid for the Palestinian crisis after a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. The aid will go to help people in Gaza with urgent needs and support rebuilding efforts in the early stages of the ceasefire.Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said the ceasefire has given new hope. […]
FC København has received approval from the Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet) to implement automated facial recognition technology at Parken Stadium and during the club’s matches.The initiative aims to prevent banned supporters from attending matches, enhancing security and ensuring a safer environment for fans.The application, submitted nine months ago, has now been granted following a […]
Region Zealand is taking action to address long patient waiting times by allocating 10 million Danish kroner to a new initiative. The funding will target areas with significant delays, including child and youth healthcare, surgical diagnostics and treatments, and hearing aid services. According to a press release, the effort is designed to ensure quicker access […]
In celebration of Royal Copenhagen’s 250th anniversary in 2025, a limited edition anniversary mug has been released, designed by none other than Queen Margrethe herself. The mug, which features two hand-painted fish, will only be available for purchase throughout 2025, making it a rare collector’s item for Royal Copenhagen.
The historic trial regarding the fate of Bandidos MC Denmark starts today at Helsingør District Court. The motorcycle club has been banned since May 2024, after the Minister of Justice approved a recommendation to initiate a dissolution case. The trial will examine whether the court can legally dissolve the group, or if doing so would […]
A new study has unveiled insights into the drinking habits of Danish children and adolescents. The research, conducted by Epinion on behalf of the Center for Healthy Living and Well-being (Center for Sundt Liv og Trivsel), shows that three out of four children consume more sugary drinks than recommended by the Danish Veterinary and Food […]
Starting tomorrow, citizens aged 60 and older will have the right to opt out of resuscitation attempts if they experience cardiac arrest. This new law allows seniors to decide that they do not wish to be revived by paramedics, doctors, nurses, or other healthcare personnel.To exercise this right, individuals can register their decision through the […]
The Danish PM participated in the meeting in Helsinki with the heads of government of the Nordic and Baltic countries (Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Sweden, and Germany). The topic of today’s meeting was the situation in the Baltic Sea.Mette Frederiksen said, “If you look at what my Swedish colleague says, he states that it […]
A survey conducted by Voxmeter for Ritzau shows that a large majority of the population thinks that King Frederik is doing well.Today, he and Queen Mary celebrate their first anniversary as sovereigns. They can take comfort that 78 percent of those surveyed believe that King Frederik has done very well or well.15 percent are neutral, […]
TEKNIQ, the Danish Electricians’ Union (DEF), and the Association of Danish Vocational Schools and Colleges (DEG) are asking for greater inclusion and diversity in Denmark’s labor market. They stress the importance of providing more support to vulnerable youth and individuals from minority backgrounds in both education and employment.With a rising need for skilled workers, particularly […]
Denmark has announced its largest marine restoration initiative, aiming to restore marine ecosystems with a DKK 500 million investment by 2030. In 2025 alone, DKK 100 million will fund projects focused on the Sejerø Bay, Samsø Belt, South Funen Archipelago, and Great Belt.Local collaboration will be at the core of the initiative, with municipalities and […]
A new analysis reveals that delaying climate adaptation could cost Denmark billions. The CIP Foundation, citing research from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), warns that failing to act on climate-proofing measures against cloudbursts and storm surges will lead to growing societal expenses.The study estimates that postponing climate initiatives by just 10 years would cost […]
Another 3 F-35s arrived yesterday in Denmark. The three fighter jets took off from Luke Air Force Base in Arizona and passed through Fort Worth, Texas. The last stop was a layover in the Azores before landing at Skrydstrup Air Base.
Now, they will be part of the Danish military jet fleet. They were purchased from the US weapon manufacturer Lockheed Martin, as part of a larger plan to renew the Danish arsenal.
Denmark has purchased a total of 27 F-35 fighter jets, at a total cost of around 15 billion DKK.
The 17-year-old girl who was found lifeless on the street in Roskilde on January 6 has tragically passed away. The police have charged the 46-year-old driver who struck the girl with negligent manslaughter. A few hours after the accident happened, he showed up to the police admitting he was driving the vehicle that hit the […]
The government does not want powerful foreigners like Elon Musk to be able to donate money to a Danish election campaign.This is backed by several parties after Musk has chosen to engage in European politics, TV2 reports.Last week, Musk interviewed the leader of the German right-wing party AfD, Alice Weidel, in a live stream on […]
Incoming U.S. Vice President JD Vance expressed optimism about reaching an agreement with Greenland, emphasizing its strategic importance and valuable natural resources. Speaking on Fox News, Vance highlighted Greenland’s significance to U.S. interests, echoing earlier sentiments from President-elect Donald Trump.Vance dismissed the need for military force, reassuring that U.S. troops are already stationed in Greenland. […]
Previously, there were approximately 820 regular parking spaces in inner Copenhagen. 525 of them have been closed by 2024, and the plan is to close 75 more in 2026, DR reports.The reason is that most politicians want to give more space to pedestrians and cyclists.Some drivers still try to park along the curb and outside […]