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  • Region Zealand allocates funds to reduce patient waiting times

    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 […]


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  • Queen Margrethe designs limited edition mug for Royal Copenhagen’s 250th anniversary

    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.


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  • Trial begins today for Bandidos MC dissolution

    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 […]


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  • New Study: 3 out of 4 children drink to many sugary drinks

    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 […]


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  • Seniors can now opt out of resuscitation attempts in case of cardiac arrest

    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 […]


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  • Mette Frederiksen: “We are no longer at peace.”

    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 […]


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  • One year after taking the throne, King Frederik enjoys great public support

    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, […]


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  • Organizations call for greater inclusion and diversity in the workforce

    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 […]


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  • Denmark launches historic marine restoration project

    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 […]


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  • Waiting to act on climate could cost Denmark billions

    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 […]


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  • Denmark has received three more F-35s from a US weapons company

    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 found lifeless in Roskilde has passed away

    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 […]


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