Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced today that the government will give the defense chief more control over Denmark’s military investments. She spoke during a Q&A session at the Folketinget after returning from a summit with EU and NATO leaders on the future of Ukraine.“We are in the most dangerous situation of our lifetime,” Frederiksen said. […]
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Decrease in buses impact mobility and business in Denmark
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Tristan Fender
A new analysis from DI Transport reveals that scheduled bus hours in Denmark have decreased by 12 percent since 2010, despite growing need for public transport. This affects mobility within the country, especially for the 38% of families who don’t own a car. The decline is worst in rural areas, where some municipalities are cutting all bus […]
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Sunset Boulevard, Denmark’s largest Danish-owned fast-food chain, has reported another record year. The company, which operates its own brand of restaurants, saw a 13% revenue increase in 2024 compared to 2023. Pre-tax profits rose from DKK 29.2 million to DKK 41.8 million.CEO Jens Broch attributes the growth to a focus on customer experience, employee incentives, […]
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More young people in Denmark are investing than ever before, with those under 40 leading the growth. Investment funds are especially popular among young investors, though they still invest smaller amounts than older generations.This is what an analysis by the platform MyBanker says.Between 2019 and 2023, the number of Danes over 17 investing in stocks […]
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Hundreds of people in the line for Noma’s exclusive fastelavnsbolle
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Tristan Fender
Queue along the lake (Photo: Instagram @nomacph)
On Sunday, a line of locals and tourists stretched from Noma all the way to Margretheholm.
Wrapped in scarves and gloves, the people braved subzero temperatures, waiting in anticipation for the chance to taste Noma’s exclusive Fastelavnsbolle.
Fastelavnsboller are a beloved Danish tradition, with bakeries across the city competing to craft the most innovative and delicious versions each year.
But this year, Noma’s take on the classic stood out.
Created by head dessert chef Francisco Migoya, the bun is a water cake, filled with nut cream made from pumpkin seeds, layered with a chestnut, vanilla, and muscovado sugar filling,g and topped with freeze-dried raspberries.
Surprisingly, this high-end twist on the pastry came with a price tag of only 45 kroner.
With 400 buns available, the demand was overwhelming and early arrival was essential.
The queue began forming well before the opening hours. Each person was allowed to buy only two buns, but with the limited supply, it didn’t take long for the numbers to drop.
By midday, only 200 buns remained, forcing staff to start cutting off the line, leaving many customers to return home disappointed and with an empty stomach.
Among the crowd, Noma’s co-owner, René Redzepi, could be spotted helping manage the rush.
Despite the chaotic scene, the atmosphere was one of camaraderie, as people bonded over their shared excitement for the one-of-a-kind treat.
For those who missed out, the disappointment must be immeasurable.
This was a one-day-only event, and with no guarantee it will return next year.
Today, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and other European leaders are attending an emergency meeting in Paris, called by French President Macron. The meeting comes as concerns grow over Donald Trump’s involvement in the Ukraine peace process. Reports suggest the leaders will discuss US efforts to exclude Europe from the peace talks, Europe’s stance on Ukraine’s […]
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A new economic forecast from the Economic Council of the Labour Movement (Arbejderbevægelsens Erhvervsråd, AE) predicts continued job growth in Denmark through 2026. The forecast also expects stable inflation and rising productivity.Employment is projected to increase by 9,000 in 2025 and 2,000 in 2026. AE expects the economy to remain stable, with GDP growing by […]
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Denmark’s Minister for Business, Morten Bødskov, is visiting the United States to support Danish companies and discuss trade policies. He is visiting Houston and Washington, D.C., to meet with Danish businesses and members of the U.S. Congress.The visit comes after recent statements from former President Donald Trump about possible higher tariffs. This could affect Danish […]
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Several train routes in Denmark are affected by delays and cancellations on Monday. DSB reports that a signal failure between Slagelse and Sorø is causing 20-minute delays. A similar issue in Aarhus and Vejle is also affecting travel.
Fewer trains are running between Fredericia and Aarhus until 1 PM. Some InterCity trains between Aarhus and Esbjerg are canceled. Local trains, including those between Thisted, Struer, and Aarhus, are also disrupted.
Banedanmark is working to fix the problems, but there is no clear time for normal service. Travelers are advised to check Rejseplanen for updates.
11:00 Update
Train services in Denmark continue to face significant disruptions due to persistent signal failures, impacting operations across several routes, according to the latest update from DSB.
At present, only one InterCity train is running per hour between Fredericia/Middelfart and Copenhagen H/Østerport. Regular InterCity trains between Fredericia and Copenhagen H/Østerport have been canceled, along with some others that typically run between Copenhagen Airport and Slagelse/Odense.
InterCity services between Esbjerg and Copenhagen are still running, but they will now make an unscheduled stop in Langeskov, located on Funen. Some ICLyn trains connecting Copenhagen Airport and Aarhus are also being merged with other services between Ringsted and Odense.
CJEU Advocate General deems Denmark’s ghetto package racially discriminatory
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Tristan Fender
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) Advocate General issued an opinion yesterday, stating that Denmark’s “Ghetto Package” legislation breaches EU race discrimination law.The initiative, created in 2018, was meant to reduce not-for-profit housing in areas designated as “ghettos”.These areas were classified as such, based on the number of residents from “non-Western” backgrounds. […]
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These are difficult days for Ukraine, after Trump stated that the US will not be guaranteeing its territorial integrity and its entry into NATO and the EU.These are among the topics that will be discussed at the Munich Security Conference, a forum that brings together many heads of state and government officials, establishing it as […]
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Housing remains the largest expense for households in Denmark, accounting for nearly one-third of total spending, according to Statistics Denmark’s 2023 Consumption Survey.The report reveals that the country’s 2.7 million households spent an average of 375,250 DKK on total consumption last year. Of this, approximately 119,000 DKK went toward housing, which includes rent or mortgage […]
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