Who’s the bad guy?

Vivienne McKee and her companions are back preparing a show in Bremen Theatre. Yet, in Trump’s second term of office, (where the word “term” suggests imprisonment) one wonders if what is happening, is at all laughable.

Navigating Identity as a Hindi Writer in Denmark

When I first arrived in Denmark, I never imagined that my identity as a Hindi writer would become such a defining yet paradoxical part of my existence.

Rubio should experiment with strategic planning at U.S. Embassy to the Kingdom of Denmark

Make Denmark, the World, and reality cozy again in five steps

We seek comfort in a time of war, climate crisis, and technological acceleration. This is no coincidence. The current mood shows that we are desperately trying to escape our screens and return to the physical world. It’s about being present, here and now, with others.

Iceberg ahead!

Just as Titanic’s captain underestimated the power of a humble iceberg, Trump seems to have underestimated the cold reality of Greenlandic sovereignty

When did we forget that climate policy is security policy?

Why don’t we prioritize our future and our security as highly as our military, writes to the Copenhagen Post Emil Moselund Østergaard, a member of the City Council of Copenhagen for the Danish Social Liberal Party

A good intention the Danes have that you might not see (and what that means)

Danish culture is subtle. Sometimes it is hard to decode what is happening. Working as a coach for many expats in Danish organizations, part of my job is helping people navigate cultures where Danes can be predominant. In this series, we will unlock some of the Danes’ good intentions that you might not immediately see.

Copenhagen must be better at embracing international citizens and students

There isn’t sufficient political will to genuinely make life easier for international citizens and students. A mapping study identifies 22 barriers in Copenhagen. In the 2025 budget agreement, the Social Liberal Party (Radikale Venstre) has allocated funds for new initiatives, but honestly, it’s not enough to address all 22 barriers. However, it’s a start.

12 tools for managing a selfish leader

12 Tools for Managing a Selfish Leader by Josefine Campbell explores strategies for navigating challenging leadership dynamics. Through the story of Marie, a middle manager, the book offers practical tools to protect personal energy, foster resilience, and combat selfish leadership. It empowers individuals to thrive professionally and contribute to positive workplace cultures.

Make your voice heard as an expat

In my last op-ed, I made the case that we, expats living in Denmark, need to step up if we want to tackle the headaches that seem baked into expat life—e.g., counterintuitive laws and endless paperwork. With almost 16% of Denmark’s population made up of internationals, we actually have the numbers to influence real change. But after publishing the last op-ed, several readers contacted me and asked: Okay, but what can we actually do?

“How on earth do you learn all those lines?” 

This is the question actors are often asked. Actors dread it because they always hope that their performance was what mattered most, not the mechanics of getting there