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Thousands gather in Copenhagen to protest against Trump
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-17/news/round-up/thousands-gather-in-copenhagen-to-protest-against-trump/
Published: January 17, 2026 18:13
City Hall Square in central Copenhagen filled with demonstrators Saturday as protests were held across Denmark and in Greenland against repeated statements by U.S. President Donald Trump about taking control of Greenland. Demonstrations took place in…
Trump threatens 10% tariffs on Denmark and European allies over Greenland
Published: January 17, 2026 18:10
President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States will impose new tariffs on Denmark and several other European countries, linking the move directly to Greenland and saying the measures will remain in place until an agreement is reached on U.S.…
Denmark invites U.S. to join military exercises in Greenland. Meloni said Italian participation should be discussed
Published: January 17, 2026 09:25
Denmark has invited the United States to take part in military exercises in Greenland that are expected to take place later this year, according to Denmark’s Arctic Command. Major General Søren Andersen, head of Arctic Command, said he extended the…
Trump threatens tariffs on countries that do not support Greenland plans
Published: January 17, 2026 09:22
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is considering tariffs on countries that do not support his plans for Greenland. He made the comment during a White House roundtable meeting on health issues while discussing how he has used tariffs to influence other…
Kronborg tower renovation will to take six years
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-17/news/round-up/kronborg-tower-renovation-will-to-take-six-years/
Published: January 17, 2026 09:10
A major renovation of the Trumpet Tower at Kronborg Castle in Helsingør will take six years to complete, Danish authorities say. The more than 60-meter-high tower has been worn down by wind and weather. As a result, the tower and its spire will undergo a…
OpenAI to test ads in ChatGPT in coming weeks
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-17/news/round-up/openai-to-test-ads-in-chatgpt-in-coming-weeks/
Published: January 17, 2026 09:00
OpenAI said it will begin testing advertising in ChatGPT in the coming weeks, starting with adult users in the United States who use the free version or a new lower-cost subscription. The company said in a statement that the ads will appear after a user…
“Det var bare for sjov”: This is what you need to know to understand Danish humor
Published: January 17, 2026 07:00
In Danish humor, everyone is fair game, and your status is irrelevant: The Dane thinks the listener is strong enough to hear the truth
An optimistic path for Denmark in 2026
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-17/opinion-2/an-optimistic-path-for-denmark-in-2026/
Published: January 17, 2026 07:00
Denmark offers a useful lesson. It is possible to be realistic and optimistic at the same time. The realism is built into institutions designed for compromise and continuity
U.S. politicians (also Republican) in Denmark go against Trump: “Majority of Americans think taking over Greenland would be a bad idea”
Published: January 16, 2026 15:46
A delegation of Democratic and Republican senators and members of the House of Representatives is in Denmark: “Greenland is an ally, not property.” This comes a few hours after White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt claimed the recent U.S.-Denmark…
Trains to and from Aarhus suspended for 11 days starting today
Published: January 16, 2026 15:07
Major railway work begins today in Aarhus, and from today until January 27, no trains will operate in Denmark’s second-largest city. People traveling to and from Aarhus will need to use replacement buses for part of their trips over the next 11 days,…
Trump envoy says he plans Greenland visit in March
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/trump-envoy-says-he-plans-greenland-visit-in-march/
Published: January 16, 2026 15:00
US President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Greenland, Jeff Landry, said he plans to visit the island in March, according to an interview with Fox News. The planned visit has not been confirmed by Danish or Greenlandic authorities. Landry said he believes…
Elderly couple found dead after shooting in northern Zealand
Published: January 16, 2026 14:57
An 80 year old woman and an 83 year old man have died following a shooting at a home on Gillelejevej in Esbønderup, police said Friday. North Zealand Police said in a statement that officers were called to the area Friday morning after reports of gunfire.…
Man given Norway’s harshest sentence for terror attack after attack at Oslo Pride
Published: January 16, 2026 14:55
Arfan Bhatti, who is considered the architect behind the 2022 Oslo Pride attack, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison. A man was convicted Friday for aiding and abetting terrorism in Norway following a shooting attack in Oslo in the summer of 2022.…
Save your tears and clear your calendars for the biggest musical acts taking the mic in Denmark this year
Published: January 16, 2026 14:21
We’ve rounded up the concerts set to define 2026 so that you don’t miss a beat.
Kremlin says Russia sees Greenland as Danish territory
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/kremlin-says-russia-sees-greenland-as-danish-territory/
Published: January 16, 2026 11:00
Russia considers Greenland to be Danish territory, the Kremlin said in a statement Friday. The statement also described the security situation around Greenland as “extraordinary” from an international law perspective. The comments came from Dmitry Peskov,…
Weekend brings clearing with sun on Sunday
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/weekend-brings-clearing-with-sun-on-sunday/
Published: January 16, 2026 10:59
Denmark will see clearer weather on Sunday, with sunshine and temperatures a few degrees above freezing, according to the Danish Meteorological Institute. The weekend will start with gray skies and end with a day suitable for outdoor activities, said…
Travelers entering or leaving Denmark with large sums of money can declare online
Published: January 16, 2026 10:58
Travelers entering or leaving Denmark with large amounts of cash or other high-value items can now declare them online, the Danish Customs and Tax Administration said. The digital solution applies to amounts of 10,000 euros or more, equivalent to 75,000…
Signs of successful Wegovy pill launch send Novo stock up
Published: January 16, 2026 10:55
Novo Nordisk shares rose more than six percent on Friday after early prescription numbers suggested a positive start for the company’s Wegovy pill in the United States. Søren Løntoft Hansen, senior analyst at AL Sydbank, said the initial uptake of…
White House: Task force to discuss Greenland takeover
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/white-house-task-force-to-discuss-greenland-takeover/
Published: January 16, 2026 05:49
An American task force was established during a meeting about Greenland in the USA to discuss its “takeover,” Karoline Leavitt of the White House stated on Thursday. The group will meet every two to three weeks, aiming to continue technical discussions on…
Manufacturers report unusual sales of Greenland flags
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/manufacturers-report-unusual-sales-of-greenland-flags/
Published: January 16, 2026 05:49
Recently, several flag manufacturers have reported a significant increase in demand for the Greenlandic flag. Aalborg Flagfabrik, along with others such as Dahls Flagfabrik in Copenhagen and Langkilde & Søn in Herlev, have seen this trend, with Dahls…
US politicians to meet with Mette Frederiksen on Greenland
Published: January 16, 2026 05:49
An American delegation of 11 politicians visiting Christiansborg will meet with Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, and Jens-Frederik Nielsen, Chairman of Greenland’s government, in the State Ministry. The U.S. delegation includes Senators from…
Løkke disputes White House on task force: Not the deal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/lokke-disputes-white-house-on-task-force-not-the-deal/
Published: January 16, 2026 05:49
Statements from the White House regarding a working group between Denmark, Greenland, and the USA indicate that “this will be really, really difficult,” said Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen. Contrary to White House Press Secretary Karoline…
Norwegian Equinor may continue US offshore wind project
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/news/round-up/norwegian-equinor-may-continue-us-offshore-wind-project/
Published: January 16, 2026 05:49
Norwegian oil and energy company Equinor can resume its offshore wind project in the USA, following a court decision. Equinor’s spokesperson, Magnus Frantzen Eidsvold, expressed satisfaction with the decision regarding the Empire Wind project. Previously,…
What are you doing in Denmark? What changes in 2026
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-16/podcast/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-what-changes-in-2026/
Published: January 16, 2026 04:00
Denmark is changing in 2026, and here’s what matters. Derek and Brooke highlight what changes you can expect while living in Denmark this year, with the goal of helping you feel more grounded in your adopted home. No matter if top-top SKAT is in your…
“It took Trump’s threats for Denmark to start taking Greenland seriously”: voices of pro-independence supporters
Published: January 16, 2026 04:00
While most Greenlanders have opted to freeze the independence process and align with Denmark amid the renewed diplomatic dispute with the United States, voices on the island are not unified: this is what the pro-independence supporters say
Rosenborg castle to get new treasury and moat restoration
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/art-culture/rosenborg-castle-to-get-new-treasury-and-moat-restoration/
Published: January 15, 2026 15:00
The project, named “The Kingdom’s Treasury,” will provide a new area for keeping and showing treasures. It will also rebuild the castle’s moat so that it surrounds the building entirely again.
Danish ministry urges citizens to leave Iran
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/news/round-up/danish-ministry-urges-citizens-to-leave-iran/
Published: January 15, 2026 14:58
The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is urging Danes to leave Iran, warning that the situation in the country is “very serious and unpredictable.” Authorities say it may not be possible to leave the country at short notice. “The ability to leave the…
200 iconic (and dismissed) red mailboxes up for auction
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/news/round-up/200-iconic-and-dismissed-red-mailboxes-up-for-auction/
Published: January 15, 2026 14:55
Lauritz.com is putting about 200 original Danish red mailboxes up for auction, with all proceeds going to Danmarks Indsamling 2026. The auction includes roughly 100 classic mailboxes from more than 50 municipalities, as well as mailboxes from historical…
Saturday demonstrations will show support for Greenland in Denmark
Published: January 15, 2026 14:54
Greenlandic organizations are holding demonstrations in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Aalborg, and Odense on Saturday, January 17, 2026, during a visit by U.S. senators to Denmark. The events are organized by Uagut – National Organization for Greenlanders in…
France and Netherlands join NATO allies in sending troops to Greenland – U.S. Senators to visit Danish parliament tomorrow
Published: January 15, 2026 14:50
More nations join allied deployments to Greenland as parliamentary talks proceed and Danish leaders warn tensions persist despite dialogue ongoing.
What to do this weekend in Copenhagen
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/life-in-denmark/what-to-do-this-weekend-in-copenhagen/
Published: January 15, 2026 11:00
Even on one of the "bluest" weekends of the year, there are things to do: concerts, shows, and a flea market. And a demonstration to support Greenland
PM Frederiksen: Continued fundamental disagreement on Greenland after meeting
Published: January 15, 2026 11:00
According to Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, there is still a “fundamental disagreement” after a Wednesday meeting about Greenland in the US. The meeting resulted in setting up a working group. Although Frederiksen did not attend, she was informed…
US delegation meets Danish and Greenlandic politicians Friday
Published: January 15, 2026 10:59
Members of the Danish Parliament, a Greenlandic committee, and a delegation of U.S. congress members are meeting on Friday in the Danish Parliament to discuss cooperation among the three countries. The focus of the meeting is on critical foreign and…
Russia concerned about increased NATO presence, statement reads
Published: January 15, 2026 10:58
Russia expresses “serious concern” over the increased presence of NATO allies in Greenland, according to the Russian embassy in Belgium. The situation in the High North worries Russia, especially as Greenland plans to continue military exercises with NATO…
Tivoli expects 2025 to have been their best year ever
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/news/round-up/tivoli-expects-2025-to-have-been-their-best-year-ever/
Published: January 15, 2026 10:57
Tivoli has revised its 2025 earnings expectations, now forecasting a pre-tax profit of 155 million DKK, up from the previous projection of 145 million DKK. This would mark the best ordinary result in the amusement park’s history. December 2025 was noted as…
Danish Originals, S9E7: Christine Detlefsen
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/podcast/danish-originals-s9e7-christine-detlefsen/
Published: January 15, 2026 08:37
In this episode, Christine Detlefsen recalls the years working in New York and Los Angeles, and executive producing a documentary about the unique cultural history of jeans.
Parents must be contacted after more than ten days of absence under new school rules
Published: January 15, 2026 07:56
The Danish government and four other parties in the public school agreement group have agreed on new rules to provide earlier support for students who miss too much school or are struggling socially or academically. The Ministry of Children and Education…
Trump: We still need Denmark. But also said US and Denmark maintain a good relationship
Published: January 15, 2026 07:53
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States still wants Greenland, following a meeting in Washington involving officials from the United States, Denmark and Greenland. Speaking at a press conference in the Oval Office, Trump said the…
Several countries send defense personnel to Greenland for Arctic exercise
Published: January 15, 2026 07:50
Several NATO countries are sending military personnel to Greenland. Norway and Sweden have confirmed they are deploying defense personnel to Greenland. Germany, France and the United Kingdom are also taking part, according to officials and international…
More countries send defense personnel to Greenland
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-15/news/round-up/more-countries-send-defense-personnel-to-greenland/
Published: January 15, 2026 05:45
Norway and Sweden are deploying defense personnel to Greenland. This was revealed by Sweden’s Prime Minister, Ulf Kristersson, and Norway’s Defense Minister, Tore Sandvik. Germany and France, as well as the UK, are also sending military personnel. These…
Motzfeldt discussed Greenlandic fear and uncertainty with Vance and Rubio
Published: January 15, 2026 05:45
Greenland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vivian Motzfeldt, emphasized politics and emotions during a meeting with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington D.C., as reported by Greenlandic media Sermitsiaq. Motzfeldt…
Løkke after meeting: Group to resolve US Greenland dispute
Published: January 15, 2026 05:45
The Kingdom of Denmark and the USA have a fundamental disagreement over Greenland, and a high-level group will attempt to resolve the issues, as stated by Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen at a press conference at the Danish embassy in Washington D.C.…
Troels Lund: US attack on Greenland is purely hypothetical
Published: January 15, 2026 05:45
Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen stated he cannot imagine the U.S. attacking Greenland, describing such a scenario as “completely hypothetical.” The statement came during a press conference about the Operation Arctic Endurance military exercise…
“Denmark was working out for everyone else – why not for me?”: Journalist Laura Hall on how false expectations, slowing down and cold water helped her find joy in Denmark
Published: January 15, 2026 05:00
In her new book "The Year I Lay My Head in Water", Laura Hall reflects on burnout, cold water swims, and what internationals misunderstand about work, joy in Denmark.
You have an international drivers license in Denmark? This is what you need to know
Published: January 15, 2026 04:00
Moving to a new country brings with it a long to-do list. Top of the list is certainly making sure that your driving license is valid in your new home.
Greenland-Denmark-U.S. working group will try to find solution for Greenland. Defense of Greenland now a NATO issue
Published: January 14, 2026 17:21
This is an announcement by Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen at a press conference held after the Washington meeting with Greenland’s foreign minister, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, and U.S. Secretary of State. In the meantime, Denmark…
Seven out of 10 Americans oppose U.S. taking Greenland by force. Trump: NATO should help us get it
Published: January 14, 2026 15:00
Most Americans are against using military force to take Greenland, according to a new survey. The poll by Ipsos for Reuters found that 71 percent of Americans think it would be a bad idea for the United States to try to take control of the island by force.…
Two people died and eight are in critical condition after bus accident
Published: January 14, 2026 14:59
Two people have died and eight others have been taken to the hospital after two buses collided head-on Wednesday morning on Landevejen in Hornslet, north of Aarhus. East Jutland Police said the victims are two men, aged 32 and 52. Their relatives have been…
Rockwool CEO won’t easily give up the Russian factories
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/round-up/rockwool-ceo-wont-easily-give-up-the-russian-factories/
Published: January 14, 2026 14:57
Although Rockwool wrote off its four Russian factories after they were seized by the state, the Danish insulation producer has not given up the fight. According to CEO Jes Munk Hansen, the company intends to take the necessary legal steps to retain…
Meeting between Løkke and Vance on Greenland begins at 16:30
Published: January 14, 2026 14:56
The meeting between Denmark’s foreign minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, and U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance on Greenland will begin at 16:30 Danish time today, 10:30 local time in Washington. The timing of the meeting is listed in the public calendar of U.S.…
These are all the dates and registration deadlines for PD1, 2, and 3, the citizenship test, and the permanent residency permit test in 2026
Published: January 14, 2026 14:06
PD1, 2, and 3, citizenship tests, permanent residency permit test, and Study Exam: these are all the dates for the spring/summer and autumn/winter 2026 sessions, including registration deadlines and fees
Denmark to deploy more troops to Greenland, DR reports
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/round-up/denmark-to-deploy-more-troops-to-greenland-dr-reports/
Published: January 14, 2026 11:00
Denmark has sent an advance military command to Greenland as preparations are made to deploy larger forces to the Arctic territory, according to DR. The advance command is tasked with preparing for the arrival of additional units from the army and other…
France to open consulate in Greenland
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/round-up/france-to-open-consulate-in-greenland/
Published: January 14, 2026 10:59
France will open a general consulate in Nuuk on February 6, France’s foreign minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, announced Wednesday. The opening comes on the same day that Greenland’s foreign minister, Vivian Motzfeldt, and Denmark’s foreign minister, Lars Løkke…
Senators propose bill to prevent Trump from annexing NATO territory
Published: January 14, 2026 10:58
Two U.S. senators have introduced a bill aimed at preventing President Donald Trump and his administration from occupying or annexing territory belonging to a NATO ally without the ally’s consent. The legislation, proposed by Senators Lisa Murkowski and…
Several injured after head-on collision between two buses
Published: January 14, 2026 10:57
Several people were seriously injured after two buses collided head-on on Wednesday morning on Landevejen in Hornslet, north of Aarhus, police said. The collision involved two buses from Midttrafik, the public transport authority for the Central Denmark…
Russian seizure costs Rockwool billion in revenue
Published: January 14, 2026 05:47
A Russian presidential decree has placed Rockwool’s Russian subsidiary under external management, as confirmed in a company announcement. This decree resulted in Rockwool losing control of its four factories in Russia. CEO Jes Munk Hansen denounced this as…
Trump: Greenland choosing Denmark over USA is a big issue
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/world/trump-greenland-choosing-denmark-over-usa-is-a-big-issue/
Published: January 14, 2026 05:47
U.S. President Donald Trump reacted to statements by Greenland’s government leader, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who favored Denmark over the U.S., calling it a significant problem. Trump admitted he did not know Nielsen. Greenland’s leader emphasized their…
King Frederik recorded his book as an audiobook himself
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/round-up/king-frederik-recorded-his-book-as-an-audiobook-himself/
Published: January 14, 2026 05:47
King Frederik has personally narrated the book “Kongeord,” which is available as an audiobook on the royal family’s platforms and other audiobook and podcast platforms. The audiobook and e-book are freely accessible from Wednesday. The rights for the…
Ørsted stock soars after court victory in USA
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/round-up/orsted-stock-soars-after-court-victory-in-usa/
Published: January 14, 2026 05:47
Investors of Danish company Ørsted are pleased that a judge ruled their offshore wind project near the U.S. East Coast can resume work. The stock rose by 5.4% on Tuesday following the decision. In December, the U.S. Department of the Interior paused the…
Greenland leader’s US rejection makes global headlines
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-14/news/round-up/greenland-leaders-us-rejection-makes-global-headlines/
Published: January 14, 2026 05:47
Greenland’s leader, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, received international media attention after stating that Greenland would choose Denmark over the USA if necessary. This was emphasized during a joint press conference with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.…
Soon, you will be able to visit (again) a new theater in Copenhagen, which is actually one of the oldest in the country
Published: January 14, 2026 04:00
Readers who have been in Denmark for a long time will soon be able to welcome back one of Copenhagen’s hidden gems, while newer internationals will finally have the chance to visit a central city attraction that has been closed for years
Greenlandic PM: “We choose Denmark.” Tomorrow Danish Foreign Minister will meet US Vice President JD Vance
Published: January 13, 2026 15:10
In a joint Danish-Greenlandic press conference, Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen reaffirms the territory's ties to the Danish Kingdom over the United States.
Bomb threat at barbershop in Odense
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/bomb-threat-at-barbershop-in-odense/
Published: January 13, 2026 14:59
Several streets in central Odense were blocked on Tuesday after a bomb threat was reported at a local barbershop. Police said they received a call about a suspicious object at Jensen’s Barbershop at 9:24 a.m. The object, a suitcase with the owner’s name on…
Gang member jailed for explosion at Istedgade kiosk
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/gang-member-jailed-for-explosion-at-istedgade-kiosk/
Published: January 13, 2026 14:58
A 19-year-old Jordanian man, allegedly a gang member, has been arrested by Copenhagen police in connection with an explosion at a kiosk on Istedgade. He is accused of instigating and coordinating last Thursday’s explosion that damaged the kiosk and its…
Denmark summons Iranian diplomats. Demonstration today in front of the U.S. embassy in Copenhagen
Published: January 13, 2026 14:57
Denmark has summoned Iran’s chargé d’affaires for a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following what the government described as repeated abuses against civilians in Iran. The meeting was held at the request of Foreign Minister Lars Løkke…
Trains to and from Aarhus suspended for 11 days
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/life-in-denmark/trains-to-and-from-aarhus-suspended-for-11-days/
Published: January 13, 2026 14:41
The closure is needed to complete work that cannot be done while trains are running. DSB and GoCollective will provide replacement buses on most routes affected by the closure.
Ørsted stock rises after positive news from USA
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/orsted-stock-rises-after-positive-news-from-usa/
Published: January 13, 2026 11:00
Ørsted’s stock rose 4.9 percent after news that work on the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm can continue. A federal judge in Washington allowed the project to resume after a halt was ordered by the U.S. Department of the Interior due to radar monitoring…
Denmark’s “Flat Hierarchy” isn’t flat. Here’s why that matters to internationals
Published: January 13, 2026 11:00
“Our CEO Jørgen is just helt almindelig,” a Danish colleague tells you warmly. Just a regular guy. He bikes to work, insists on first names, and joins Friday cake like everyone else. Except Jørgen signs off on strategy, sets the company’s direction, and…
Several European airports closed due to icy runways
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/several-european-airports-closed-due-to-icy-runways/
Published: January 13, 2026 10:59
Several European airports are impacted by weather conditions causing slippery runways. Vienna Airport in Austria is closed until at least 11:00 AM, and the airport in Bratislava, Slovakia is also closed until 11:15 AM. A team is assessing runway braking…
Number of multi-millionaires in Denmark has doubled since 2014
Published: January 13, 2026 10:58
The number of people in Denmark with at least 10 million DKK in liquid assets has nearly doubled in the past ten years. Data from Statistics Denmark show that 19,143 people in 2024 had more than 10 million DKK in bank accounts, listed stocks, bonds, or…
40% of Scandinavian users avoid commenting on Facebook posts out of fear of being attacked
Published: January 13, 2026 10:57
One in five adults in the Nordic countries mistakenly believes that Facebook has an editor-in-chief who can be held responsible for the content on the platform, according to a new study on media literacy. The Nordic Media Literacy Survey was conducted by…
Some U.S. congress members (Republicans and Democrats) are traveling to Denmark and Greenland to show support for the Kingdom against Trump
Published: January 13, 2026 09:00
In the meantime, the White House posted on X a picture of Trump looking at Greenland. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, a close ally of Putin, expressed support for Trump’s claims on the island.
Welcome to 40 million Poles!
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/opinion-2/welcome-to-40-million-poles/
Published: January 13, 2026 07:00
The headline is deliberately controversial as it is identical to the anti-Amsterdam Treaty slogan propagandized by the Danish “June Movement” advocating a “No” in the 1998 referendum. The idea was to mobilize resistance to further EU integration by…
Ørsted must resume offshore wind farm work in USA
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/orsted-must-resume-offshore-wind-farm-work-in-usa/
Published: January 13, 2026 05:49
A judge in Washington D.C. has ruled that Ørsted can resume work on the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm off the U.S. East Coast. In January, Ørsted had filed a complaint after the U.S. Department of the Interior paused the project in December over…
Greenland will be defended by NATO after American threats
Published: January 13, 2026 05:49
Greenland, part of the Kingdom of Denmark, wants its defense under NATO, despite recent U.S. interest in acquiring it. The Greenlandic government stated their commitment to working within NATO following positive responses from six NATO countries. Denmark…
Novo estimates 1.5 million use weight loss drug copies
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/novo-estimates-1-5-million-use-weight-loss-drug-copies/
Published: January 13, 2026 05:49
In the USA, up to 1.5 million patients are using copy versions of popular weight loss drugs, including Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, due to shortage and high demand. Compounders, who produce these copies, have capitalized on price-sensitive customers. Novo…
Apartment prices rose twice as much as house prices in 2025
Published: January 13, 2026 05:49
In 2025, sales prices for houses, apartments, and summer houses have risen, with apartment prices seeing the highest increase at 15.3% nationwide. According to Boligsiden data, apartment prices in Copenhagen rose by 23.3%, marking the largest yearly…
Housing Minister calls Siddique’s housing case a scandal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-13/news/round-up/housing-minister-calls-siddiques-housing-case-a-scandal/
Published: January 13, 2026 05:49
Housing Minister Sophie Hæstorp Andersen calls it a “scandal” that municipal politician Sikandar Siddique moved to Copenhagen for the municipal election while his family remains in Herlev. She doubts he can convince the municipality his relocation is…
Round Tower dome in Copenhagen was removed yesterday for restoration
Published: January 13, 2026 04:00
The tower is currently closed to visitors while work on the dome is underway and is expected to reopen on February 6, while in the fall, the observatory will open.
Immigration minister: “It’s a topt priority to limit the inflow of refugees in Denmark”
Published: January 13, 2026 04:00
Denmark granted 839 asylum permits through November 2025, a historically low figure, reflecting long-term declines since the 2015 refugee crisis, according to the Danish Immigration Service.
Greenland will ask to be defended by NATO
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/greenland-will-ask-be-defended-by-nato/
Published: January 12, 2026 15:14
Greenland will increase political efforts to ensure that the defense of the world’s largest island takes place under the framework of the NATO defense alliance. This was announced by the Greenlandic government, Naalakkersuisut, on its website. The…
Police continue to issue charges to people walking on frozen lakes
Published: January 12, 2026 15:10
Police in South Zealand and Copenhagen are continuing to crack down on people venturing onto frozen lakes that have not been officially approved as safe. Reporters from The Copenhagen Post have spotted Copenhagen police officers patrolling lakes and giving…
Bestseller to lay off 135 employees in Denmark
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/bestseller-to-lay-off-135-employees-in-denmark/
Published: January 12, 2026 15:00
Fashion company Bestseller is laying off 135 employees in Denmark. The cuts represent about 4.5 percent of the company’s workforce in the country, according to media reports and confirmation from the company. Louise Sylvest, HR director at Bestseller, told…
Pokémon can soon be built with Lego bricks
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/pokemon-can-soon-be-built-with-lego-bricks/
Published: January 12, 2026 14:58
Soon, people will be able to build the Pokémons Pikachu, Eevee, Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise out of Lego bricks. A new collaboration between Lego and Pokémon will be launched on February 27. That was announced by Lego in a press release. The…
Police charge people for going on thin ice
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/police-charge-people-for-going-on-thin-ice/
Published: January 12, 2026 11:01
Police have charged several people for venturing onto frozen lakes that have not been declared safe. Authorities in South Zealand and Copenhagen say it is too dangerous to walk on ice that has not been officially approved. On Friday, a 22-year-old man had…
Vestas to cut about 70 jobs
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/vestas-to-cut-about-70-jobs/
Published: January 12, 2026 11:00
Danish wind turbine maker Vestas will reduce staff, affecting about 70 of the plant’s 330 employees. It will happen at its Ringkøbing factory. The company said it will explore options to reassign affected workers to minimize layoffs. “It is always…
Danish and Greenlandic ministers to meet U.S. official in Washington
Published: January 12, 2026 10:59
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Greenland’s minister for foreign affairs, Vivian Motzfeldt, are scheduled to meet U.S. Senator Marco Rubio in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, Danish broadcaster TV 2 reported Monday. TV 2 said it obtained a…
China urges U.S. to respect Greenland and Denmark
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/china-urges-u-s-to-respect-greenland-and-denmark/
Published: January 12, 2026 10:59
China’s foreign ministry has called on the United States to stop using other countries to justify its own interests in the Arctic, following U.S. expressions of interest in Greenland. “The Arctic concerns the collective interests of the international…
European Tuesdays: Spotlight on Albania – European Aspirations, Reform & the Road Ahead
Published: January 12, 2026 10:01
What defines Albania’s place in Europe today, and how is the country navigating its path toward EU membership amid regional and global challenges? Join us for the first 2026 edition of European Tuesdays, presented in collaboration with the Embassy of…
Works by recent graduates is shown in car showrooms in Aarhus and Aalborg
Published: January 12, 2026 09:44
ÅRGANG 2025 showcases work by 18 recent Danish art graduates in Polestar car showrooms. The exhibition travels from Vallensbæk to Aalborg and Aarhus.
Greenland’s parties: We won’t become Americans
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/greenlands-parties-we-wont-become-americans/
Published: January 12, 2026 05:52
All five parties in the Greenlandic parliament, Inatsisartut, have released a joint statement affirming they do not wish to be part of the USA. This response comes after U.S. President Donald Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland. The declaration…
Journalists win Cavling Prize for articles on arms exports to Israel
Published: January 12, 2026 05:52
Journalists from DanWatch and Dagbladet Information received the Cavling Prize for their coverage of Danish arms exports to Israel. The Cavling committee chair, Didde Elnif, praised their efforts in uncovering a system bending the rules and misleading the…
Mette Frederiksen leans towards lowering food VAT generally
Published: January 12, 2026 05:52
There is internal disagreement within the government about priorities in the current negotiations on reducing VAT rates for food items. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen expressed a preference for a general reduction in VAT on all food during a party leader…
US Senators visit Denmark amid Greenland crisis
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/news/round-up/us-senators-visit-denmark-amid-greenland-crisis/
Published: January 12, 2026 05:52
Several American senators will visit Denmark in the coming week to meet with representatives of the Foreign Policy Committee, as confirmed by chairman Christian Friis Bach. The visit comes amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated interest in acquiring…
Ethics Council member replaces Pernille Skipper as Coop Chair
Published: January 12, 2026 05:52
Rasmus Willig, a member of the Ethics Council and principal of a folk high school, has been elected as the new chairman of Coop Amba, succeeding Pernille Skipper. This decision was made during a national council meeting in Middelfart. Coop Amba, a…
European Championship of Handball is coming to Denmark – a great opportunity to get to know the country better
Published: January 12, 2026 04:00
Following a couple of successful years in Danish handball, the European Championship is coming to Scandinavia, giving the Danes hope of winning the title at home.
“Internationals”, “immigrants” or “expats”? What non-Danes want to be called
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-12/life-in-denmark/who-gets-to-be-an-expat-in-denmark-and-who-doesnt/
Published: January 12, 2026 04:00
People with backgrounds abroad living in Denmark responding to a Copenhagen Post survey say labels like ‘expat’ and ‘immigrant’ carry unequal social weight.
This is when Danish students can take their holidays
Published: January 12, 2026 04:00
When planning the year, especially if you have children, it is useful to take a look at the school holidays. When can you go for vacation? Which public holidays could you use to visit family back home? Here is an overview of the school holidays for 2026.
From small talk to no talk: what Danish silence means
https://cphpost.dk/2026-01-10/life-in-denmark/from-small-talk-to-no-talk-what-danish-silence-means/
Published: January 10, 2026 07:00
I used to think the absence of noise meant something was wrong. Now I realise it’s just another way to be together.