Denmark is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved cultural icons, actor and comedian Ulf Pilgaard, who passed away at the age of 83 following a short illness.For over 40 years, Pilgaard brought laughter and joy to Danish audiences with his unique warmth and humor. Many associate him with the iconic parodies he […]
Farewell to one of Denmark’s most beloved actors
Ulf Pilgaard passed away at the age of 83. For over 40 years, he was one of Denmark’s most beloved actors. During his impression of Queen Margrethe II on stage, he received a visit from the queen herself. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that Denmark has lost “one of the big stars from the Danish cultural scene.”

How international really is the leadership of the C25 companies?
The 25 largest publicly listed companies in Denmark, all represented under the C25 index, have shown a recurring trend among its leaders: about 33% of these companies’ Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) are internationals
Danish PM enjoying an European kind of Trump Bump
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has regained the popularity of her past. The fight over the future of Greenland and Trump’s frequent threats have Danes warming up to their prime minister, sort of.
Easter in Denmark is about eggs, lunch with the family, a good beer and getting outdoors
There are special traditions in Denmark for Easter. Although few people in Denmark celebrate Christian traditions, there are rituals to observe. Unless you have flown south.
New exhibition at Danish Architecture Center focuses on recycling and reuse in architecture
The successful exhibition Water is Coming closed a few weeks ago, and a new one is taking its place. The upcoming exhibition will showcase how architecture can look to the future, in the very traditional Danish way of envisioning it: not just beautiful, but also functional. The permanent exhibition So Danes! will remain in place.
More fathers in Denmark are taking paternity leave—but mothers still use the majority
Fathers in Denmark are continuing to take advantage of the country’s parental leave, but mothers still take the majority, indicating only gradual progress toward shared parenting after recent reforms.
“I have a responsibility of portraying more than hygge, pastries and bikes”
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, USA, Derek Hartman moved to Denmark in 2017, to follow his partner – now husband – Mike Walsh. If they started uploading videos together online to depict their life in Denmark as a way to connect with their family abroad, now their YouTube channel accumulates a total of 15M views. Under the name Robe Trotting, Derek continues to humorously portray his life as an adopted Dane on several platforms, including with a Podcast called “What are you doing in Denmark?” (WAYDID Podcast)
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How international really is the leadership of the C25 companies?
The 25 largest publicly listed companies in Denmark, all represented under the C25 index, have shown a recurring trend among its leaders: about 33% of these companies’ Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) are internationals
The net migration of internationals from many countries is declining
Data analyst Kelly Rasmussen analyzes how internationals from different nationalities have varying retention rates in Denmark. Her calculations cover the last decades and show how people from wealthier democracies tend to leave more than others
“We need brave politicians who listen to internationals”
Asbjørn Overgaard, CEO of Copenhagen Capacity, comments on the 2024 immigration data and the trend of more and more internationals leaving the country. “We have done much over the last 15 years, and now we need to do more.”