Denmark and Vietnam at 55: From Development Cooperation to a Green Partnership
Published: October 18, 2026 05:21
Denmark was once a development partner for Vietnam. Today Danish companies build factories there.
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Expert Insights: Meet the Danes with wind in your hair
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/life-in-denmark/expert-insights-meet-the-danes-with-wind-in-your-hair/
Published: October 17, 2026 08:14
Volunteering offers a way to meet Danes, explore Copenhagen and practice your Danish, writes Vivienne McKee.
Trump spokeswoman after a few days: It was an honor
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/global/trump-spokeswoman-after-a-few-days-it-was-an-honor/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:41
Katie Zacharia, who according to a number of media outlets is out as White House spokeswoman, thanks US President Donald Trump in a post on the social media platform X. – It was an honor to work for him, Zacharia writes during the night before Saturday…
US Budget Deficit Hits Five-Year High
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/global/us-budget-deficit-hits-five-year-high/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:40
In the 2026 fiscal year, the US had a deficit in government finances of nearly 2,000 billion dollars – the largest deficit in five years. This is shown by figures from the US Department of the Treasury on Friday, according to the news agency Reuters. The…
Trump suspends some sanctions and tariffs on Russia
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/global/trump-suspends-some-sanctions-and-tariffs-on-russia/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:40
The US president, Donald Trump, has announced that he is suspending a series of sanctions, restrictions, and tariffs against Russia, a few days before they were due to take effect. The news agency Reuters writes this overnight into Saturday Danish time. On…
Media: Indian police arrest Cockroach Movement founder
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/global/media-indian-police-arrest-cockroach-movement-founder/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:40
Police in India have arrested the founder of the Cockroach movement, Abhijeet Dipke, several media outlets report early Saturday according to the news agency Reuters. The reports come after Dipke was detained on Friday ahead of a demonstration where…
Moldova condemns Russia after five drone incursions
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/global/moldova-condemns-russia-after-five-drone-incursions/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:40
Moldova on Friday condemned Russia after five drones, which Moldovan authorities identified as Russian, crashed in the country in less than 24 hours. This is stated in a statement from the country’s foreign ministry. Moldova’s pro-European government hopes…
Zelensky expects US meeting after blunt Trump remarks
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/global/zelensky-expects-us-meeting-after-blunt-trump-remarks/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:40
Ukraine is in contact with the Trump administration and expects to arrange a meeting within a short time. Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, says this at a press conference in connection with the EU summit in Brussels. Here, Zelenskyy was asked…
Annika wins one of Denmark’s biggest music awards
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/news/round-up/annika-wins-one-of-denmarks-biggest-music-awards/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:31
The 21-year-old singer has gone from posting piano videos on TikTok to becoming one of Denmark’s biggest pop stars. On Friday, she received the top prize at DR’s annual P3 Guld music awards. Danish singer Annika has won P3 Prisen, the main award at one of…
Trump: Greenland deal biggest real estate deal ever
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-17/news/round-up/trump-greenland-deal-biggest-real-estate-deal-ever/
Published: October 17, 2026 06:31
The US president says he “got it for nothing” after signing a new defence agreement with Denmark and Greenland that expands the American military presence on the island. US President Donald Trump has described a new defence and security agreement with…
Denmark’s shift from fossil fuels to electricity is accelerating
Published: October 17, 2026 06:31
Electric cars, heat pumps and electric boilers are driving a sharp increase in the share of Denmark’s energy consumption covered by electricity. Denmark is becoming increasingly electrified as electric cars, heat pumps and electric boilers replace fossil…
Denmark’s oldest-ever person was a member of the Danish Nazi party
Published: October 17, 2026 06:30
Records show that 112-year-old Kirsten Schwalbe joined Denmark’s Nazi party during the German occupation. She says she did so at her husband’s request and did not sympathise with Nazism. Kirsten Schwalbe, who this week became the longest-living Dane in…
Nets error causes duplicate charges for customers in three Nordic countries
Published: October 16, 2026 13:11
A technical error at payment provider Nets has caused some customers in Denmark, Sweden and Norway to be charged twice for the same purchase. Nets said the incorrect transactions would be removed later Friday and the duplicate charges reversed. The company…
Work partially resumes at Fehmarn Belt site after cyberattack
Published: October 16, 2026 13:11
Construction has partially resumed at the Fehmarn Belt tunnel site in Rødbyhavn after a cyberattack disrupted the main contractor’s IT systems. The attack targeted systems belonging to Femern Link Contractors, known as FLC, during the night into Monday,…
Lidl has Denmark’s cheapest basket of organic groceries, analysis finds
Published: October 16, 2026 13:11
Lidl offers the lowest prices on a selected basket of organic groceries among seven Danish supermarket chains, according to an analysis by price-monitoring service Madprisluppen. A basket containing 22 organic products cost 355.20 DKK at Lidl. The same…
Norway to lend 10-meter Viking boat to Danish museum for 10 years
Published: October 16, 2026 13:11
A Norwegian Viking boat will be displayed at Moesgaard Museum near Aarhus under an unusual 10-year loan agreement. The oak boat is almost 10 meters long and nearly two meters wide. It was among three smaller vessels discovered when archaeologists excavated…
What Danes are talking about: Why Messerschmidt sued Lidegaard over skin color remarks and what the court decided
Published: October 16, 2026 13:00
All of Denmark is focusing on the end of this legal battle today. Here's everything you need to know to join the conversation.
Copenhagen establishes support groups for parents of children missing school
Published: October 16, 2026 10:01
A new parents’ association has signed a four-year agreement with the City of Copenhagen to establish support groups for families whose children experience prolonged, involuntary school absence. Such absence is often connected to poor well-being and is…
Dane becomes first European participant to receive combined flu and Covid vaccine
Published: October 16, 2026 10:01
A 65-year-old Dane will become the first person in Europe to receive a new combined influenza and Covid-19 vaccine as part of a clinical trial Friday. The trial will examine whether one injection can protect against both diseases as effectively as, or…
Frederiksen rejects calls for Zelenskyy to soften criticism of Trump
Published: October 16, 2026 10:00
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of the Social Democrats says she has not heard any European leaders criticize Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his comments about US President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy has said he feels “betrayed” by Trump,…
Denmark faces rainy Friday before cooler and windier weekend
Published: October 16, 2026 10:00
Denmark’s weekend will begin with mild and rainy weather before turning cooler and windier, with some periods of sunshine. Friday will be cloudy, with rain spreading from Jutland toward Funen and Zealand, according to Danish Meteorological Institute…
Pickleball Mania Hits Copenhagen: New Arena Debuts October 17
Published: October 16, 2026 09:58
For many in Copenhagen, pickleball has become the sport of the season, but the rapid growth of the game has consistently outpaced the availability of indoor courts. That is about to change.
Archaeologists uncover more than 1,000 graves in Copenhagen park
Published: October 16, 2026 04:15
Archaeologists have excavated more than 1,000 graves containing human remains beneath Hans Tavsens Park in Copenhagen’s Nørrebro district. The park, located next to Assistens Cemetery, was previously used as a burial ground for Copenhagen’s poorest…
Greenland parliament backs temporary ban on deep-sea mining
Published: October 16, 2026 04:15
Greenland’s parliament unanimously adopted a resolution Thursday directing the government to draft legislation temporarily banning deep-sea mining. The proposed ban would remain in effect through December 31, 2029, with the possibility of two-year…
Denmark considers lower temperature rule to allow electric cremation ovens
Published: October 16, 2026 04:15
Denmark’s 20 crematoria could replace oil- and gas-powered ovens with electric models if authorities approve a lower minimum temperature requirement. The Danish Environmental Protection Agency has proposed reducing the required temperature in cremation…
Specialized services received 61 percent of growth in municipal spending
Published: October 16, 2026 04:15
Denmark’s specialized social and education services received 61 percent of the inflation-adjusted growth in municipal service spending from 2018 through 2025. The finding comes from an analysis by Arbejderbevægelsens Erhvervsråd, or AE, an economic policy…
Do Danes really live healthier lives? This is what the day/week of an “average” Dane looks like
Published: October 16, 2026 04:00
Denmark has a reputation for healthy living, but how much of it actually holds up under scrutiny?
Frederiksen rejects EU budget proposal; demands major spending cuts
Published: October 15, 2026 14:00
Denmark faces an estimated increase of 12.7 billion DKK in annual contributions to the European Union under Ireland’s latest proposal, raising concerns about the impact on domestic spending. Speaking Thursday ahead of an EU summit in Brussels, Prime…
Seven sailors missing after drones strike two tankers in the Black Sea
Published: October 15, 2026 14:00
Romanian authorities have launched a search operation after two chemical tankers caught fire overnight Thursday, raising further concerns about maritime security near NATO territory. Romanian President Nicusor Dan confirmed Thursday that two drones struck…
Too Good To Go to sell surplus household and personal care products
Published: October 15, 2026 14:00
The Danish-founded app is introducing five new product categories, allowing customers to buy discounted goods ranging from pet accessories to flowers and dietary supplements. Too Good To Go announced Thursday that its platform will now offer surplus…
Frederiksen warns Western alliance is weakening amid U.S.-Ukraine tensions
Published: October 15, 2026 14:00
Denmark’s prime minister has expressed serious concern about Washington’s recent actions toward Ukraine, including a diesel agreement with Russia and reported disruptions to military support. Speaking Thursday as she arrived at a European Union summit in…
Crown Prince Christian receives Denmark’s highest Dannebrog honor
Published: October 15, 2026 14:00
King Frederik has marked his eldest son’s 21st birthday with a royal decoration and the release of new official portraits, while celebrations remain private. Crown Prince Christian was awarded the Grand Commander Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog on…
Nordea shares plunge 7.3 percent after earnings
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-15/news/round-up/nordea-shares-plunge-7-3-percent-after-earnings/
Published: October 15, 2026 14:00
The Nordic region’s largest bank reported third-quarter earnings broadly in line with analysts’ expectations, but uncertainty surrounding regulatory assessments weighed on investor confidence Thursday. Nordea shares fell 7.3 percent by 12:50 p.m., making…
Autumn break ends with jazz, design and Halloween fun: Your Copenhagen Weekend Guide
Published: October 15, 2026 13:30
From family films and creative workshops to live music, skyline views and a final flea-market outing, the city offers plenty to do from October 16 to 18.
Tiny parasitic wasp discovered in Denmark for the first time
Published: October 15, 2026 10:00
A nature enthusiast searching beneath ferns in a North Zealand forest has identified an insect species never previously recorded in the country. The discovery was made in mid-September at Gribskov National Nature Park during a bioblitz, a 24-hour event in…
Red-Green Alliance demands guaranteed transport for students in rural areas
Published: October 15, 2026 10:00
Free public transport for young people will have limited value without reliable bus and train connections, according to Enhedslisten, the Red-Green Alliance. The left-wing party is calling for a transport guarantee ensuring that young people across Denmark…
Auto group charged with exploiting 18 foreign mechanics in Denmark
Published: October 15, 2026 10:00
A criminal case involving workers from India, Sri Lanka and other countries will be heard at the Court in Hillerød, following allegations of unpaid overtime, threats and restrictions on trade union membership. According to TV 2 Kosmopol, prosecutors have…
Denmark faces 12.7 billion DKK increase in EU contributions under new budget proposal
Published: October 15, 2026 10:00
The Danish government is preparing for difficult negotiations in Brussels over the European Union’s next budget, with disagreements emerging over spending priorities and national contributions. According to estimates from Denmark’s Finance Ministry, a…
Hell and humanity: Confessions of a former Unit 731 member
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-15/global/hell-and-humanity-confessions-of-a-former-unit-731-member/
Published: October 15, 2026 09:29
Hideo Shimizu, 96, is one of the few surviving former members of Unit 731 to publicly expose the crimes committed by the Japanese germ-warfare unit during World War II. In August 2024, Shimizu returned to Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province,…
Trump says he never intended to use military force against Greenland
Published: October 15, 2026 04:23
Speaking at a campaign rally in Bullhead City, near the Arizona-Nevada border, the U.S. president revisited earlier criticism of his ambitions for the Arctic island. Donald Trump dismissed suggestions that he had considered sending American troops into…
Zelenskyy disappointed by Trump siding with Russia as tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine grow
Published: October 15, 2026 04:23
Ukraine’s president has expressed disappointment with Washington’s recent actions, saying his country risks losing an important partner in its war against Moscow. Speaking Wednesday in an interview with British television host Piers Morgan, Volodymyr…
Border checks between Denmark and Germany extended for another six months
Published: October 15, 2026 04:23
Travelers entering the country may continue to face inspections until May 17, 2027, as authorities maintain that security threats remain serious. Justice Minister Nicolai Wammen, a member of Socialdemokratiet, the Social Democrats, informed the European…
Reports of AI-generated child abuse material rise sharply in Denmark
Published: October 15, 2026 04:23
Save the Children received 4,069 reports of suspected artificial intelligence-generated sexual abuse material involving children and young people during the first six months of 2026, according to figures obtained by Kristeligt Dagblad. The international…
Russia expects first diesel export contracts with U.S. within days
Published: October 15, 2026 04:23
Moscow and Washington are moving toward an agreement to resume Russian fuel shipments after President Donald Trump announced plans to ease sanctions in response to rising global energy prices. Kirill Dmitriev, an adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin…
Mexico moves to tighten social media rules to protect children from harmful content
Published: October 15, 2026 04:23
President Claudia Sheinbaum is preparing new restrictions on digital platforms following a school attack that left one person dead and three others injured. Sheinbaum is expected to sign a decree Wednesday requiring social media and streaming services to…
Denmark restricts land registry searches after 17 million queries in days
Published: October 15, 2026 04:22
An unusually high volume of requests for publicly available property information has prompted authorities to introduce new safeguards following disruptions to a government database. The Danish Court Administration said 17.2 million searches were recorded…
Danish agriculture group threatens legal action over temporary pig farm permit freeze
Published: October 15, 2026 04:22
A proposed one-year suspension of permits for new conventional pig farms and expansions of existing facilities has raised questions about the government’s legal authority and potential compensation claims. Landbrug & Fødevarer, the Danish Agriculture and…
Nord Stream bombing suspect declines to testify as trial opens in Germany
Published: October 15, 2026 04:22
A 50-year-old Ukrainian man accused of leading the 2022 attacks on gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea appeared in a Hamburg courtroom as his lawyer called for the charges to be dismissed. The defendant, identified by German media as Serhii K., will not…
“You can do it alone. It’s possible”: How an Argentine designer rebuilt his career, from dishwasher to designer again
Published: October 15, 2026 04:00
He came to Denmark as an industrial designer and ended up washing dishes. Four years later, after hotel shifts, 4 a.m. starts and nights spent building his own studio, Luis has signed his first Danish design contract.
Greenland says it is far from large-scale oil exploration
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/global/greenland-says-it-is-far-from-large-scale-oil-exploration/
Published: October 14, 2026 14:00
Oil exploration is taking place in Greenland, including activities by American companies, but the territory is “very far from a massive exploration” of oil, a senior Greenlandic official has told CNN. “There are many minor explorations underway, but it…
Full train service between Fredericia and Odense to resume Monday
Published: October 14, 2026 14:00
Full train service between Fredericia and Odense will resume on Monday, Banedanmark announced on Wednesday. Banedanmark, which operates, maintains and develops Denmark’s state-owned railway network, announced the resumption in a post on the social media…
Signal fault disrupts trains between Copenhagen and Næstved until evening
Published: October 14, 2026 14:00
A signal fault near Kildebrønde in eastern Zealand is disrupting train services between Copenhagen Central Station and Næstved via Køge. On Wednesday morning, DSB said passengers should expect longer travel times until 1 p.m. But about an hour before that…
Three Danish films shortlisted for Europe’s Oscars
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/news/round-up/three-danish-films-shortlisted-for-europes-oscars/
Published: October 14, 2026 14:00
Three Danish films have been shortlisted for the European Film Awards, often described as Europe’s equivalent of the Oscars. The films are the dramas Kvinde ukendt by May el-Toukhy and Gæsten by Mads Mengel, and Sine Plambech’s documentary Rescue, the…
Danish citizen among three killed in Swiss Alps plane crash
Published: October 14, 2026 14:00
A Danish citizen was among three people killed when a small plane crashed in the Swiss Alps on September 15, according to a report from Denmark’s Accident Investigation Board published on Wednesday. The other two victims were British citizens, the BBC and…
How much does public transport really cost in Denmark? And is it cheaper than owning a car?
Published: October 14, 2026 13:40
From city passes and train commuting to family fares and tax deductions, we break down what getting around Denmark can actually cost.
EU proposes delaying methane rules for oil and gas imports
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/global/eu-proposes-delaying-methane-rules-for-oil-and-gas-imports/
Published: October 14, 2026 10:01
Concerns over Europe’s energy supplies have prompted the European Commission to seek a one-year postponement of new environmental requirements for foreign fuel suppliers, Reuters reported. The rules, originally scheduled to take effect January 1, 2027,…
EU warns of worsening energy costs as winter approaches
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/global/eu-warns-of-worsening-energy-costs-as-winter-approaches/
Published: October 14, 2026 10:01
Millions of European households could face greater difficulty paying their heating bills in the coming months as fuel prices remain high, European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen warned. Europe is not facing an energy supply shortage, but rising prices…
Overnight attacks kill six people in Ukraine
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/global/overnight-attacks-kill-six-people-in-ukraine/
Published: October 14, 2026 10:00
Russian airstrikes killed six people across Ukraine overnight into Wednesday, according to Ukrainian authorities reported by the news agency AFP on Wednesday morning. In the capital city of Kyiv, two people died when an airstrike hit an apartment building…
Trump announces plans for major oil and mineral exploration in Greenland
Published: October 14, 2026 10:00
The U.S. president has renewed his focus on the Arctic territory, claiming it holds vast energy resources and offers an important strategic advantage for American defense.
Signal failure disrupts Copenhagen-Næstved trains
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/news/round-up/signal-failure-disrupts-copenhagen-naestved-trains/
Published: October 14, 2026 10:00
Travelers going between Copenhagen Central Station and Næstved by way of Køge face longer travel times until 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday. DSB, the Danish national rail operator, announced the problem on its website. A few trains that usually run on the line…
Liberal Alliance wants mindset interview for citizenship applicant
Published: October 14, 2026 10:00
A debate in Denmark over a proposed law granting citizenship to 2,055 people has centered on whether the applicants have been checked well enough for anti-democratic opinions. Liberal Alliance, a political party in Denmark, carried out its own check of the…
Minister to discuss cyberattack measures with parties
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/news/round-up/minister-to-discuss-cyberattack-measures-with-parties/
Published: October 14, 2026 10:00
Denmark’s minister for homeland security and emergency preparedness, Lisbeth Bech-Nielsen, says there is a clear need to talk with members of the Danish parliament about how to protect the country against cyberattacks. Bech-Nielsen belongs to SF…
Vietnamese president to visit Denmark for three days of engagements
Published: October 14, 2026 10:00
King Frederik and Queen Mary will welcome Vietnamese President To Lam and his wife, Ngo Phuong Ly, for a three-day state visit from October 19 to 21. The Danish Royal House has published the official program, which includes cultural visits, political…
What Are You Doing in Denmark? Work-life balance, Danish workplace expectations, and why it can be so hard to switch off
Published: October 14, 2026 09:35
Denmark is supposed to be good at work-life balance. Five weeks of paid vacation, a culture that encourages you to switch off, and a whole summer when it feels like the country collectively disappears. So why is it still so hard to relax? This week, Derek…
Danish supermarkets review cyber risks after attacks on French grocery chains
Published: October 14, 2026 04:28
A hacking incident affecting refrigeration systems in hundreds of French stores has prompted Denmark’s major grocery retailers to emphasize their digital security measures. The attack struck supermarkets operated by Intermarché and Coopérative U on Monday,…
Kirsten Schwalbe becomes Denmark’s oldest person ever at 112
Published: October 14, 2026 04:28
A woman from Struer has set a national longevity record, reaching 112 years and 218 days on Wednesday and surpassing the previous record held by Karla Lindholm Jensen. Schwalbe also joins the list of Europe’s 10 oldest living people. The world’s oldest…
Volvo recalls 234,000 electric cars over headrest safety concerns
Published: October 14, 2026 04:28
More than 5,500 vehicles in Denmark are affected by a global safety measure involving the Swedish automaker’s EX30 electric SUV, according to Volvo’s Danish division. The recall covers 234,000 cars worldwide, including 5,542 EX30 and EX30 Cross Country…
Bank of America faces 1.2 billion USD in fines over money laundering violations
Published: October 14, 2026 04:28
U.S. authorities say the country’s second-largest bank failed to report more than 5 billion USD in suspicious transactions, including some linked to national security concerns. The Treasury Department announced penalties exceeding 1.2 billion USD,…
Government party proposes mandatory helmets for e-bike riders
Published: October 14, 2026 04:27
Rising numbers of serious traffic injuries have prompted Moderaterne, the Moderates, to call for stricter safety rules for people using electric bicycles. Sten Larsen, the party’s health spokesperson, told regional broadcaster TV2 Østjylland that helmets…
Ukrainian suspect goes on trial in Germany over Nord Stream pipeline explosions
Published: October 14, 2026 04:27
A 50-year-old former Ukrainian military officer accused of leading the September 2022 sabotage operation in the Baltic Sea is due to appear before a Hamburg court Wednesday. The trial, expected to last several months, concerns explosions that damaged the…
Venstre suggests shifting Danish development aid toward North Africa to address migration
Published: October 14, 2026 04:27
Denmark should maintain its current foreign aid budget but change where the money goes, according to Jacob Jensen, foreign affairs spokesperson for Venstre, Denmark’s Liberal Party. Jensen told Ritzau that his party wants to continue spending 0.7 percent…
EU leaders face pressure to prepare for expansion as membership talks advance
Published: October 14, 2026 04:27
Montenegro could become the European Union’s 28th member in 2028, following progress in accession negotiations that has brought the country closer to joining the bloc. The country closed three negotiating chapters Monday, and work has begun on drafting an…
Greenland moves closer to restoring former time zone and ending daylight saving time
Published: October 14, 2026 04:27
Greenland’s three governing parties have agreed to support a proposal that would move the territory back to UTC-3 in 2028, reversing a decision made just a few years ago. The parties, which hold a majority in Inatsisartut, Greenland’s parliament, announced…
Meet the international who was chosen to lead Billund’s new international council
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-14/life-in-denmark/headline/
Published: October 14, 2026 04:00
Ashwini Shastri will lead Denmark’s first international council in Billund, with language barriers her first priority as she brings international residents’ concerns to local government.
All trains between Odense and Fredericia replaced by buses after cable fault
Published: October 13, 2026 13:51
All train services between Odense and Fredericia were suspended Tuesday afternoon after a high-voltage cable fell onto the railway’s overhead power lines. DSB, Denmark’s national rail operator, said trains between Odense and Holmstrup had come to a…
Greenland cancels 39.8 million DKK in benefit repayment claims
Published: October 13, 2026 13:51
Greenland’s government has cancelled repayment claims totaling 39.8 million DKK against more than 19,000 residents who received excessive employment benefits because of government IT errors. Naalakkersuisut, Greenland’s government, announced Saturday that…
Danish vehicle register remains offline after authorities detect irregularities
Published: October 13, 2026 13:51
Denmark’s Motor Register has been unavailable for almost 24 hours after authorities detected irregularities following a weekend update. The Danish Motor Agency, which operates the register, temporarily suspended access after identifying the problem. “At…
Cyber incident hits contractor building Fehmarn Belt tunnel
Published: October 13, 2026 13:51
A contractor working on the Fehmarn Belt tunnel project at Rødbyhavn has been affected by a cyber incident. Femern Link Contractors, known as FLC, informed Sund & Bælt, the Danish state-owned company overseeing major transport infrastructure, about the…
Expert Insights: Thank You for the Question
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-13/business-education/career/expert-insights-thank-you-for-the-question/
Published: October 13, 2026 10:05
he qualities Danes value in their culture can also make life difficult for internationals. Before looking for solutions, we need to listen to those experiences and question what we take for granted, writes Signe Biering Röpke.
Copenhagen has far more municipal savings per resident than poorer municipalities
Published: October 13, 2026 10:04
Danish municipalities differ significantly in how much readily available money they hold, according to an analysis by CEPOS, a Danish liberal think tank. Copenhagen Municipality has the largest liquid holdings per resident, with savings equivalent to…
More than 500 marine mammals stranded along Danish coasts in 2025
Published: October 13, 2026 10:04
A total of 538 marine mammals were recorded as stranded along Denmark’s coasts in 2025, according to a report from the Danish Environmental Protection Agency’s emergency service for stranded marine mammals. The animals included 363 harbor seals, 38 grey…
Ambulances get deer whistles to avoid hitting animals
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-13/news/round-up/ambulances-get-deer-whistles-to-avoid-hitting-animals/
Published: October 13, 2026 10:04
Ambulances and emergency medical vehicles in the North Denmark Region will be equipped with wildlife whistles to reduce the risk of collisions with animals. The small plastic whistles are mounted outside vehicles and produce a high-frequency sound when air…
Red-Green Alliance seeks 100 million DKK to reduce school costs for families
Published: October 13, 2026 10:04
Denmark’s Red-Green Alliance wants 100 million DKK allocated annually to reduce expenses faced by families with children attending public schools. Although public education is free, families may still pay for activities and services such as school camps…
DSB warns of longer travel times between Odense and Fredericia
Published: October 13, 2026 04:23
Passengers traveling with Denmark’s national rail operator DSB should expect longer journeys between Odense and Fredericia through Sunday, October 18. All regional trains on the route have been replaced by rail replacement buses, DSB said Monday.…
Copenhagen apartment prices fall as Aarhus reaches new highs
Published: October 13, 2026 04:23
Apartment prices in Copenhagen fell for the second consecutive month in September, while prices in Aarhus rose sharply. The average sales price for owner-occupied apartments in Copenhagen Municipality declined by 1.0 percent from August to September,…
Suspected hacker says AI created program used in Danish CPR breach
Published: October 13, 2026 04:23
The suspected hacker behind the theft of nearly 8.75 million Danish CPR numbers says artificial intelligence created the computer program used in the attack. “Any AI model launched within the past year or so would be able to do it,” the anonymous person…
Greenland opposition seeks referendum on new US defence agreement
Published: October 13, 2026 04:23
Greenland’s opposition party Naleraq has called for a referendum on the new security and defence agreement between Greenland, Denmark and the United States. The agreement received its first reading Monday in Inatsisartut, Greenland’s parliament. Naleraq…
A modern approach to wedding photography through the eyes of an experienced LGBTQIA+ photographer
Published: October 13, 2026 04:00
Through an empathy-driven approach, Martina Lanotte guides queer couples in a natural way into their wedding photo shoot session
Museums and animal parks are Danes’ top autumn holiday activities
Published: October 12, 2026 13:52
Museums and animal parks are the most popular attractions among Danes planning activities during the autumn holiday. One in five people spending the holiday in Denmark plans to visit a museum or animal park, according to a Norstat survey conducted for…
Number of disability pensioners under 40 falls for first time since 2020
Published: October 12, 2026 13:52
The number of people under age 40 receiving disability pensions in Denmark has fallen for the first time in more than six years, according to figures from the Jobindsats.dk employment database. In September, 43,229 people in the age group received…
Renovating all public concrete shelters could cost up to 3 billion DKK
Published: October 12, 2026 13:52
Renovating Denmark’s 1,694 public concrete trench shelters and preparing them for use could cost between 2 billion and 3 billion DKK. Public Security and Emergency Preparedness Minister Lisbeth Bech-Nielsen of the Socialist People’s Party provided the…
Danish Air Force marked squadron’s centenary with nationwide anniversary flight
Published: October 12, 2026 13:52
Two Danish Armed Forces aircraft flew over several parts of Denmark Monday to mark the 100th anniversary of Air Force Squadron 721. A Hercules B-537 transport aircraft and a Challenger C-215 passenger aircraft participated in the flight, which also served…
How much does it really cost to own a car in Denmark? And is an electric car cheaper than a petrol one?
Published: October 12, 2026 13:03
Buying a car may seem straightforward, but the real cost depends on far more than the price tag. We break down what drivers in Denmark actually pay.
District heating prices set to rise for thousands of Danish customers
Published: October 12, 2026 09:54
Thousands of district heating customers in Denmark face higher bills in 2027, with 10 companies so far announcing price increases, TV 2 reported. Most of the announced increases range from six to 10 percent. Tue Patursson, a building specialist at the…
Czech man jailed and deported after drunk-driving crash into Samsø home
Published: October 12, 2026 09:54
A 49-year-old Czech man was sentenced Monday to six months in prison and deportation from Denmark after crashing into a house on the island of Samsø while driving drunk. The Court in Aarhus convicted him of drunk driving and endangering another person’s…
Danish inflation rises to 2.2 percent as fuel prices increase
Published: October 12, 2026 09:54
Denmark’s annual inflation rate rose to 2.2 percent in September, up 0.2 percentage points from August, Statistics Denmark reported Monday. Higher fuel costs were the main reason for the increase, with transportation prices contributing significantly to…
Danish cyber team aims for gold at European hacking championship in Germany
Published: October 12, 2026 09:54
Ten young Danes will compete against more than 400 participants at the European Cybersecurity Championship in Bochum, Germany, from Monday to Friday. Denmark won silver last year, but national coach Jens Myrup Pedersen, a cybersecurity professor at Aarhus…
Denmark’s autumn holiday to bring sunshine, rain and overnight frost
Published: October 12, 2026 04:30
Denmark’s autumn holiday will bring a mixture of sunny, dry periods and rainy weather, with temperatures falling to around freezing early in the week. “It is an autumn holiday that looks really nice for most people,” Danish Meteorological Institute…
Danish foreign minister warns US-Russia diesel deal could help finance war
Published: October 12, 2026 04:30
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen of the Moderates has warned that a new diesel agreement between the United States and Russia could provide additional funding for Russia’s war in Ukraine. “It is regrettable if this secures additional revenue…
Danish business emergency network grows to 223 members
https://cphpost.dk/2026-10-12/news/round-up/danish-business-emergency-network-grows-to-223-members/
Published: October 12, 2026 04:30
The number of companies and organizations in Virksomhedsberedskabet, Denmark’s business emergency preparedness network, has risen from 63 to 223 in just over 10 months. Together, its members represent about 350,000 private-sector employees. The network…
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