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    Nykredit to acquire Spar Nord in deal worth DKK 24.7 Billion

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    Nykredit has announced plans to acquire Spar Nord Bank in a deal valued at DKK 24.7 billion.The acquisition would make Nykredit Denmark’s third-largest bank. Currently, Nykredit holds a 19.6% stake in Spar Nord, and the deal has already secured support from major stakeholders, including the Spar Nord Foundation, which owns over 20% of the bank. […]

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    DSB introduces new feature for teen travelers

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    DSB has launched a new feature in its app, DSB Familie, aimed at making train and public transport travel more accessible for young people. With the update, children aged 12 to 17 can now use the app’s Check-in feature to board trains, buses, metro, and light rail – making travel easier across Denmark’s public transport […]

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    Train schedule changes across Denmark starting December 15

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    Starting December 15, significant changes will take effect in train travel across the country, impacting InterCity, regional trains, and S-trains. These changes will include new timetables, alterations to journey durations, adjustments to departure and arrival times, and variations in the number of trains during rush hours.

    The changes will affect trains traveling to, from, and through Copenhagen and its metropolitan area, the airport, Aarhus, Aalborg, Odense, Hamburg, Fredericia, Esbjerg, Køge, Roskilde, Helsingør, Kalundborg, Holbæk, and Næstved.

    It’s recommended to review the numerous changes on the DSB website to determine if any will affect you.

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    Danish fashion brand declared bankruptcy

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    (Di)vision, the Danish fashion brand known for its sustainable designs, has declared bankruptcy, according to the fashionforum.dk. The news was first reported by the fashion media and has since been picked up by other Danish media outlets. It was founded in 2018 by Simon and Nanna Wick.Despite receiving appreciation in Denmark, (di)vision struggled to expand […]

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    Discovery+ is shutting down in Denmark today

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    The streaming service Discovery+ is shutting down in Denmark today. Earlier this year, Discovery+ merged with Max, formerly known as HBO Max.

    The closure of Discovery+ has been known for some time, and all subscriptions will automatically expire today. Moving forward, users will need to switch to Max if they want access to Discovery+’s sports content.

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    Fighter Jets in the Sky: don’t worry, it’s a Christmas tradition

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    If you spot a large formation of fighter jets flying over Copenhagen today don’t be alarmed—it’s part of a festive military tradition. A joint formation of up to 12 Swedish Gripen fighter jets and three Danish jets will fly over the city and along the Danish side of the Øresund.The formation, which will take the […]

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    Several Danish municipal websites offline due to a cyberattack

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    On Monday morning, numerous citizens were unable to access their local municipality websites, as several of them experienced outages. According to Avisen Danmark, websites from various municipalities, including Vejle, Albertslund, Dragør, Esbjerg, Frederiksberg, Frederikshavn, Greve, Guldborgsund, Haderslev, Hedensted, Horsens, Ikast-Brande, Mariagerfjord, Morsø, Næstved, Aabenraa, and Aarhus, were all reported down.Vejle Municipality confirmed via a Facebook […]

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    Denmark faces shortage of 2,000 medical specialists, warns Lægeforeningen

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    Denmark’s healthcare system is currently facing a shortage of 2,000 medical specialists, according to new calculations from the Lægeforeningen (Danish Medical Association). This gap includes a range of specialties, from rheumatology and dementia to psychiatry and cancer care, affecting both hospitals and private practices.The shortage of specialists has long been a growing concern, but these […]

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    Party bus inspections reveal serious safety issues

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    Recent inspections of party buses in Copenhagen have revealed widespread safety violations, according to a report from Midt- og Vestsjællands Politi. Over two weekends, 14 buses were inspected, resulting in 12 being sent for re-inspection and one banned from the road immediately.The inspections, conducted in collaboration with the Danish Road Traffic Authority, highlighted significant defects. […]

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    One in three in Denmark holds a mortage

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    New data from the Nationalbank reveals that by the end of the third quarter of 2024, 1,648,664 private customers in Denmark had one or more mortgage loans. This figure represents about one in three inhabitants over the age of 18.The report shows that 69% of private mortgage holders have loans with repayments, while the remaining […]

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    Housing market sees strong end to 2024

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    The Danish housing market is wrapping up 2024 with impressive results, as more buyers are entering the market and prices continue to rise, according to a report from Home (one of the biggest real estate agencies in Denmark), that analyzed Danske Bank data. This year’s total home sales have already surpassed 2023 levels, despite challenges […]

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    Denmark’s green ambitions take a serious hit

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    On Thursday, the deadline expired for bidding for the three offshore wind farms put up for bid in the North Sea off Jutland. The Danish government must accept that no companies have submitted bids for the three parks on offer.It is a major setback for the government’s green plans and for Denmark’s ambitions to become […]

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