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Denmark says 19 EU countries back plan for migrant deportation centers outside the EU
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/politics/denmark-says-19-eu-countries-back-plan-for-migrant-deportation-centers-outside-the-eu/
Published: June 19, 2026 08:26
"Excessive immigration has enormous consequences for European populations, for the cohesion of our societies and for the people who risk their lives on the journey to Europe, often only to be sent back," Danish PM Mette Frederiksen said.
Mette Frederiksen wants tough EU response to China
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/global/mette-frederiksen-wants-tough-eu-response-to-china/
Published: June 19, 2026 05:06
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has joined the critical stance regarding the EU’s relationship with China. On her way to an EU summit, she stated that China wants to outcompete European industries while directly supporting Russia’s war of…
EU extends sanctions against Russia for another year and warns new steps
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/global/eu-extends-sanctions-against-russia-for-another-year-and-warns-new-steps/
Published: June 19, 2026 05:06
On Thursday, EU heads of state and government agreed to extend sanctions against Russia, which target specific sectors of the Russian economy, for another 12 months. According to EU President António Costa’s spokesperson, this is the first time they have…
Starmer challenger elected to British Parliament
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/global/starmer-challenger-elected-to-british-parliament/
Published: June 19, 2026 05:06
According to Reuters and AFP, the road is paved for a leadership contest in the Labour Party between British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham. On Thursday, Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, won election to a vacant seat in the British…
EU leaders want to open all areas in Ukraine talks
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/global/eu-leaders-want-to-open-all-areas-in-ukraine-talks/
Published: June 19, 2026 05:06
At an EU summit in Brussels, EU leaders agreed that the EU must open all negotiation areas with Ukraine “as quickly as possible” on its path to EU membership. All 27 EU countries agreed to the conclusions, after Hungary’s former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán…
Danish Industry: Change rules to let datacenters build green power
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/business-education/business-business-education/danish-industry-change-rules-to-let-datacenters-build-green-power/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:51
While the Danish government wants to push power-hungry datacenters to the back of the queue for the collective electricity grid, Danish Industry (DI) believes datacenters should be allowed to build their own green power. Currently, this is practically…
Mette Frederiksen to focus most on departure centres this term
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/round-up/mette-frederiksen-to-focus-most-on-departure-centres-this-term/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:51
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s top priority in her third term is establishing reception and departure centers outside the EU’s borders. Following the EU Parliament’s passage of a return regulation allowing for such centers, Frederiksen called it a…
About 20 people evacuated from Copenhagen building
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/round-up/about-20-people-evacuated-from-copenhagen-building/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:51
On Thursday afternoon, the fire department and police evacuated approximately 20 people from a building on Store Kongensgade in Copenhagen. The 20 people are employed at the same company. Several individuals in the building experienced coughing, stinging,…
Directors in company behind social care homes face prison in multi-million fraud
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/round-up/directors-in-company-behind-social-care-homes-face-prison-in-multi-million-fraud/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:51
Two men, aged 37 and 42, are suspected of defrauding 89 million DKK through a group operating several residential homes on Zealand. They are charged with aggravated embezzlement and aggravated tax and VAT fraud, which both men deny. According to the…
Son of Foreign Minister advises UK firm on Danish frigate buy
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/round-up/son-of-foreign-minister-advises-uk-firm-on-danish-frigate-buy/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:51
Bergur Løkke Rasmussen, the son of Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and a member of the Moderates, has been hired as an advisor by the British defense company Babcock to manage contact with Danish politicians and ministries. Babcock is competing for a…
Insurers see rise in digital fraud cases
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/round-up/insurers-see-rise-in-digital-fraud-cases/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:51
An increasing number of Danes are falling victim to digital fraud, with around 274,000 affected in 2024, and online shopping fraud being the most common type. An analysis by Købstædernes Forsikring and SAFEonNET shows that 83% of these fraud incidents…
Up to 30 degrees in sunny weekend with Saturday showers
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/news/round-up/up-to-30-degrees-in-sunny-weekend-with-saturday-showers/
Published: June 19, 2026 04:50
During this weekend, temperatures in Denmark may locally reach 30 degrees before a westerly wind brings cooler air on Sunday. Friday will clear up during the morning, becoming mostly dry and sunny with temperatures up to 27 degrees inland. Saturday will be…
“I did everything right. So why doesn’t this feel like home yet?” Real experiences from internationals in Denmark, and what actually helps
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-19/life-in-denmark/i-did-everything-right-so-why-doesnt-this-feel-like-home-yet-real-experiences-from-internationals-in-denmark-and-what-actually-helps/
Published: June 19, 2026 03:00
Most support for internationals focuses on arrival: paperwork, housing, the first weeks at work. But in hundreds of conversations at events, in workshops, in quiet moments after talks, I keep hearing the same story: Six to eighteen months in, something…
Govt and municipalities raise spending cap by billions
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/govt-and-municipalities-raise-spending-cap-by-billions/
Published: June 18, 2026 13:59
The Danish government and municipalities have agreed to raise the service framework by 3.3 billion DKK in 2027, while reducing municipal administration by 257 million DKK. This is outlined in the 2027 economic agreement negotiated and presented on Thursday…
Five Maersk ships lie idle in the Persian Gulf
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/budget-deal-gives-billions-to-run-down-schools/
Published: June 18, 2026 13:58
The Danish shipping company Maersk has not yet resumed sailing through the Strait of Hormuz, the company told TV 2. Maersk stated that the safety of their crew, ships, and customers’ cargo remains their highest priority. The announcement comes after…
Listeria in fish cakes sent 11 to hospital last year
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/listeria-in-fish-cakes-sent-11-to-hospital-last-year/
Published: June 18, 2026 13:57
Contaminated food remains a source of illness in Denmark, according to a new report from the Central Outbreak Group (DCUG). Last year, 84 cases of listeria infection were registered, representing an increase of nearly 38 percent compared to 2024. One…
Global stars, street art, football and bonfires: your guide to Copenhagen for the weekend and Sankt Hans
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/art-culture/global-stars-street-art-football-and-bonfires-your-guide-to-copenhagen-over-the-weekend-and-beyond/
Published: June 18, 2026 13:00
Major concerts, free festivals, public football screenings and traditional midsummer celebrations will keep Copenhagen busy from Friday through Tuesday.
Another suspect arrested over Russian artist’s murder
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/another-suspect-arrested-over-russian-artists-murder/
Published: June 18, 2026 12:34
A suspect carrying a Georgian passport has been arrested in Lublin, Poland, in connection with the killing of Russian artist and satirist Semjon Skrepetskij (real name Robert Kuzovov). Skrepetskij, who fled to Poland in 2021 fearing political persecution,…
Local election may pit mayor against Keir Starmer
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/local-election-may-pit-mayor-against-keir-starmer/
Published: June 18, 2026 12:33
On Thursday, a by-election is being held in the Makerfield constituency, which could send Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to the British parliament. Burnham must be a Member of Parliament to challenge Keir Starmer for the Labour Party leadership.…
Rutte: NATO agrees on nuclear readiness, more defense
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/rutte-nato-agrees-on-nuclear-readiness-more-defense/
Published: June 18, 2026 12:33
NATO countries have agreed to spend “more and better” on defense to secure alliance territory, with a strong willingness to reach five percent of GDP by 2035. However, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made it clear that the US will look at further troop…
US to press Europe on defense spending via withdrawal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/us-to-press-europe-on-defense-spending-via-withdrawal/
Published: June 18, 2026 12:33
Although Europe is rearming, it is not fast enough for the US. Therefore, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the US will review its military presence in Europe within the next six months. This review aims to ensure that Europe takes the lead…
Russia downs 555 drones: Moscow air traffic halted
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/russia-downs-555-drones-moscow-air-traffic-halted/
Published: June 18, 2026 12:33
Overnight on Thursday, Russian air defense systems shot down 555 Ukrainian drones over several regions, including 180 heading toward Moscow, according to Moscow’s mayor, Sergei Sobyanin. However, an oil refinery in Moscow was attacked, leading to the…
New advice to prevent dangerous tourist cycling in Copenhagen
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/new-advice-to-prevent-dangerous-tourist-cycling-in-copenhagen/
Published: June 18, 2026 10:00
Many tourists want to experience Copenhagen from a bicycle, which sometimes creates inappropriate or dangerous situations. This is because tourists are often inexperienced and do not know the rules of the bike path. According to a 2025 survey, about eight…
Denmark falls on competitiveness list for third year
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/denmark-falls-on-competitiveness-list-for-third-year/
Published: June 18, 2026 09:59
For the third consecutive year, Denmark has dropped on the list of the world’s most competitive countries. In 2026, Denmark ranks sixth on the annual list prepared by the Swiss management institution International Institute for Management Development…
Finance Ministry: Denmark’s EU bill may rise by 15 billion DKK
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/finance-ministry-denmarks-eu-bill-may-rise-by-15-billion-dkk/
Published: June 18, 2026 09:58
According to an estimate by the Danish Ministry of Finance, Denmark faces an average annual increase of 15.6 billion DKK in its EU contribution if Cyprus’s proposed EU budget is realized. Measured in 2026 prices, this increase is compared to the current…
Apple plans to raise prices on its products
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/apple-plans-to-raise-prices-on-its-products/
Published: June 18, 2026 09:57
The US tech company Apple plans to raise its product prices due to rising memory chip costs, outgoing CEO Tim Cook told The Wall Street Journal. Cook stated that price increases are unavoidable, though he did not specify the timing, size, or affected…
Danish Originals, S11E10: Mads Tolling
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/podcast/danish-originals-s11e10-mads-tolling/
Published: June 18, 2026 06:52
Grammy-winner Danish-American violinist and composer Mads Tolling shares highlights of his career playing with bands and leading his own groups, the Mads Tolling Quartet, and Mads Tolling & The Mads Men.
Putin Hosts Summit With Asian Leaders
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/putin-hosts-summit-with-asian-leaders/
Published: June 18, 2026 05:01
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday welcomed Southeast Asian leaders to a summit in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan about 700 km east of Moscow. Representatives from the 11 ASEAN countries arrived ahead of the main meeting on Thursday. Russia…
G7 leaders pledge closer cooperation on AI
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/g7-leaders-pledge-closer-cooperation-on-ai/
Published: June 18, 2026 05:01
In a joint statement on the final day of the G7 summit, G7 leaders promised closer cooperation on both the risks and opportunities of advanced artificial intelligence (AI). They also discussed possibilities for giving countries outside the US access to…
World’s first direct London-Sydney flight next year
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/worlds-first-direct-london-sydney-flight-next-year/
Published: June 18, 2026 05:01
Starting in October 2027, the Australian airline Qantas will launch the world’s first direct flights between London and Sydney. The 16,995-kilometer journey is expected to take between 19 and 22 hours, making it the world’s longest commercial flight. The…
US: Iran deal secures 60-day toll-free Hormuz transit
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/global/us-iran-deal-secures-60-day-toll-free-hormuz-transit/
Published: June 18, 2026 05:00
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran includes 60 days of duty-free sailing in the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s agreement to dilute nuclear material. The MoU establishes a political framework to end the conflict that began on February…
US central bank holds rates in new chief’s debut
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/us-central-bank-holds-rates-in-new-chiefs-debut/
Published: June 18, 2026 04:47
The US central bank, the Federal Reserve, kept its benchmark interest rate in the 3.5–3.75% range, its first decision under new Fed chair Kevin Warsh. Economists broadly expected no change, but attention is on Warsh’s signals about the future path.…
EU vote on departure centers splits the Danish government parties
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/eu-vote-on-departure-centers-splits-the-danish-government-parties/
Published: June 18, 2026 04:47
The Socialist People’s Party and the Danish Social Liberal Party voted no on Wednesday to an EU Parliament return regulation that, among other things, allows exit centres outside the EU. This contrasts with the Danish government platform the parties helped…
Pork producers ready to fight after hours-long crisis meeting
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/pork-producers-ready-to-fight-after-hours-long-crisis-meeting/
Published: June 18, 2026 04:47
Danish Pig Producers’ chair Jeppe Bloch Nielsen calls a crisis meeting held Wednesday a “super constructive meeting,” after government plans to tighten conventional pig production. More than 700 attended to hear presentations, including from Agriculture &…
Summer houses are in high demand among homebuyers
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/summer-houses-are-in-high-demand-among-homebuyers/
Published: June 18, 2026 04:47
According to a new report from Boligsiden, 1,158 holiday homes were sold in Denmark in May, making them the only housing type with higher sales than in May last year. Birgit Daetz, an economist at Boligsiden, notes that buyer activity has particularly…
Oil prices fall again after signing framework deal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/oil-prices-fall-again-after-signing-framework-deal/
Published: June 18, 2026 04:46
Oil prices have fallen again after US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This news has boosted optimism for peace after over three months of…
The government wants to push data centers to the back of the line on the power grid with an emergency plan
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/news/round-up/the-government-wants-to-push-data-centers-to-the-back-of-the-line-on-the-power-grid-with-an-emergency-plan/
Published: June 18, 2026 04:46
Due to a massive queue to connect to the Danish power grid, the government proposes an emergency plan to push power-consuming data centers to the back of the queue. Climate, Energy and Utilities Minister Samira Nawa states the plan will allow Energinet and…
Laid off and locked out: How a boardroom decision threatens my path to Danish citizenship
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-18/opinion/laid-off-and-locked-out-how-a-boardroom-decision-threatens-my-path-to-danish-citizenship/
Published: June 18, 2026 03:00
After over a decade in Copenhagen, an American communications professional risks denial of her citizenship application after mass layoffs ended her employment streak.
Denmark heads for a warm end to the working week
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/denmark-heads-for-a-warm-end-to-the-working-week/
Published: June 17, 2026 14:00
Denmark will see a improvement in weather conditions through the remainder of the work week, with warm and mostly dry conditions developing across the country. Copenhagen will reach 23°C on Thursday and 24°C on Friday after a small chance of rain late…
EU Parliament votes yes on asylum centres outside of the EU
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/eu-parliament-votes-yes-on-asylum-centres-outside-of-the-eu/
Published: June 17, 2026 13:59
On Wednesday, a majority in the EU Parliament voted for the return regulation, which opens the door for asylum centres outside the EU, giving Denmark’s proposal the green light. With the formal legal basis now in place, Denmark and other EU countries can…
Denmark ranks sixth in Europe for bathing water quality
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/denmark-ranks-sixth-in-europe-for-bathing-water-quality/
Published: June 17, 2026 13:58
Denmark ranks sixth in Europe for coastal bathing water quality, according to new figures from the European Environment Agency. More than 90 percent of the country’s coastal bathing sites were rated excellent in 2025, placing Denmark behind only Cyprus,…
Greta Thunberg faces fine for Copenhagen protests
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/greta-thunberg-faces-fine-for-copenhagen-protests/
Published: June 17, 2026 13:57
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and five others have been charged in a criminal case at the Copenhagen City Court, where fines are being sought for trespassing. This is according to the indictment, to which Ritzau has obtained access. The six…
English at the front door, Danish everywhere else: the hidden language barrier in Denmark’s public services, where only a fraction is available in English
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/life-in-denmark/english-at-the-front-door-danish-everywhere-else-the-hidden-language-barrier-in-denmarks-public-services-where-only-a-fraction-is-available-in-english/
Published: June 17, 2026 13:10
With around 700,000 internationals living in the country, it is crucial that they have access to public services in English to ensure that they pay their taxes and fulfil their obligations correctly. Yet only a small number of public services are available…
Novo’s layoffs still seem to affect unemployment, analysts say
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/novos-layoffs-still-seem-to-affect-unemployment-analysts-say/
Published: June 17, 2026 10:00
Unemployment on the Danish labor market rose by 800 people from April to May, reaching 93,300 seasonally adjusted full-time unemployed, corresponding to a 3.1 percent unemployment rate. According to Jesper Grunnet-Lauridsen, chief analyst at 3F, a major…
Duty on small parcels bought outside the EU to be introduced July 1
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/duty-on-small-parcels-bought-outside-the-eu-to-be-introduced-july-1/
Published: June 17, 2026 09:59
On July 1, 2026, a new EU customs duty takes effect, meaning all packages sent from countries outside the EU will be subject to a duty of at least 3 euros (22 DKK). Previously, goods under 150 euros (1150 DKK) were exempt. Soon, you must pay a 22 DKK duty…
Denmark sends millions to fight African Ebola outbreak
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/denmark-sends-millions-to-fight-african-ebola-outbreak/
Published: June 17, 2026 09:58
The rare Ebola variant Bundibugyo is raging in DR Congo and has spread to neighboring Uganda, which is why Denmark is sending 33 million DKK contribution. Denmark’s financial contribution will go towards better disease surveillance, infection prevention,…
Hacker group claims to be behind Novo Nordisk attack
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/hacker-group-claims-to-be-behind-novo-nordisk-attack/
Published: June 17, 2026 09:57
The cyber extortion group FulcrumSec claims it unsuccessfully demanded a 25 million USD ransom from Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, according to Reuters. The group asserts it had access to the company’s systems for over two months and stole one…
What are you doing in Denmark? Talking about Pride
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/podcast/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-talking-about-pride/
Published: June 17, 2026 06:53
Denmark is often celebrated as one of the world's most LGBTQ+-friendly countries. It was the first nation to legally recognize same-sex unions and remains a leader in many measures of equality. But does that mean the work is finished?
Health authority: Ebola outbreak could be worst ever
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/global/health-authority-ebola-outbreak-could-be-worst-ever/
Published: June 17, 2026 05:03
The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo could become the worst ever, warns the head of Africa’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The number of confirmed cases has risen to 837, with 196 registered deaths. The rare bundibugyo variant is spreading, for…
Russian frigate fires warning shots in English Channel
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/global/russian-frigate-fires-warning-shots-in-english-channel/
Published: June 17, 2026 05:03
On Tuesday, a Russian frigate named “Admiral Grigorovitj” fired warning shots near a British-registered civilian yacht in the English Channel to prevent a collision. According to Russia, the yacht was on a dangerous course and did not respond to contact…
Trump’s ballroom costs $200M more than estimated
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/global/trumps-ballroom-costs-200m-more-than-estimated/
Published: June 17, 2026 05:03
Donald Trump’s project to build a White House ballroom will cost up to $600 million, according to a cost estimate by contractor Clark Construction. Although the Trump administration maintains the price is around $400 million and Trump has stressed it will…
Website logs first Iranian crude export in two months
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/global/website-logs-first-iranian-crude-export-in-two-months/
Published: June 17, 2026 05:03
According to TankerTrackers.com, three Iranian oil tankers carrying a total of 4.8 million barrels of crude oil have passed a U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, marking Iran’s first crude export in two months. This occurs two days before the U.S. and…
King Frederik opens new orders collection in Hillerød
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/king-frederik-opens-new-orders-collection-in-hillerod/
Published: June 17, 2026 04:43
On Tuesday afternoon, King Frederik is participating in the inauguration of the Order Chamber at Frederiksborg Castle. The Order Chamber is a new exhibition of royal Danish orders of chivalry, medals, and decorations of honor. The exhibition, which was…
Armed forces to replace frayed uniforms
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/armed-forces-to-replace-frayed-uniforms/
Published: June 17, 2026 04:43
New uniforms are on the way for the Danish Armed Forces, the Home Guard, and the Emergency Management Agency, the Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (FMI) announced. These will replace parts of the Nordic Combat Uniform System (NCU)…
Unions criticize anonymity rules for at-risk staff
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/news/round-up/unions-criticize-anonymity-rules-for-at-risk-staff/
Published: June 17, 2026 04:43
Several trade unions criticize that healthcare workers can only have their names blurred after experiencing a specific threatening, violent, or harassing incident. Simply feeling unsafe is insufficient, and extending the blurring requires a new incident…
“Danes are very open to new cultures, especially food” – The international behind the Hooked restaurants wants to introduce Copenhagen to pub culture
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-17/life-in-denmark/the-international-behind-hooked-is-betting-on-britains-most-famous-institution-the-jeffery-pub-opens-this-week/
Published: June 17, 2026 03:00
Matthew Jeffery, founder of Hooked, is opening a traditional English pub in Nørrebro, combining British food, hand-pulled ales and community-focused hospitality under one roof.
Queen Mary unveils final Dodekalitten statue after 20 years
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/queen-mary-unveils-final-dodekalitten-statue-after-20-years/
Published: June 16, 2026 14:01
Earlier today, Queen Mary unveiled the twelfth and final stone sculpture of the artwork “Dodekalitten” at Ravnsby Bakker on Lolland, marking the completion of the project after 20 years. The granite stones stand between seven and nine meters tall in a…
Tests find no trace of asbestos in Danish play sand
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/tests-find-no-trace-of-asbestos-in-danish-play-sand/
Published: June 16, 2026 14:00
Warnings of asbestos in play sand in several countries prompted the Environmental Protection Agency to test Danish play sand for children. The results turned up no asbestos fibers in the products. The agency investigated nine variants of play sand, also…
Denmark, India join underwater hunt for 400-year-old shipwreck
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/denmark-india-join-underwater-hunt-for-400-year-old-shipwreck/
Published: June 16, 2026 14:00
Denmark and India have agreed to initiate a search and investigation of the Danish ship “Øresund”, which sank in 1619 off the coast of the port city of Karaikal in southern India. According to the Danish Cultural Institute, “Øresund” was the first Danish…
Despite gains, the little owl remains endangered by lack of mice
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/despite-gains-the-little-owl-remains-endangered-by-lack-of-mice/
Published: June 16, 2026 14:00
Denmark’s smallest owl, the little owl, has seen a slight increase in recent years, with 16 breeding pairs registered this year and last year, compared to nine in 2021. However, the owl’s existence remains threatened, as it currently survives only thanks…
In the surroundings of Copenhagen, there is an exhibition featuring some of Italy’s most iconic monuments made from millions of LEGO bricks: “It takes up to 6 months to build one”
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/art-culture/in-hellerup-there-is-an-exhibition-featuring-some-of-italys-most-iconic-monuments-made-from-millions-of-lego-bricks-it-takes-up-to-6-months-to-build-one/
Published: June 16, 2026 12:08
An Italian artist has recreated some of Italy's most iconic monuments using LEGO bricks, and his exhibition, now open to the public, is being held just outside Copenhagen.
Ukraine attacks oil refinery in Moscow region
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/ukraine-attacks-oil-refinery-in-moscow-region/
Published: June 16, 2026 12:07
On Tuesday, Ukraine attacked an oil refinery near Moscow. Moscow’s mayor, Sergej Sobjanin, stated that 60 drones targeting the capital were intercepted, and one damaged the refinery, causing no injuries. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed…
Trump says Syria can take care of Hezbollah
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/trump-says-syria-can-take-care-of-hezbollah/
Published: June 16, 2026 12:06
At the G7 summit in France on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump stated that he has proposed to Israel to let Syria take care of Hezbollah. Trump criticized Israel’s approach, saying they have fought Hezbollah for too long and too many people are being…
EU Parliament approves trade agreement with US
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/general/eu-parliament-approves-trade-agreement-with-us/
Published: June 16, 2026 12:06
On Tuesday, a majority in the European Parliament approved a trade agreement with the US, marking the final step before implementation. This allows the EU to implement the deal ahead of US President Donald Trump’s July 4 deadline, averting his threat of…
You’re invited! Celebrate Midsummer with the Connect Club
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/connect-club/youre-invited-celebrate-midsummer-with-the-connect-club/
Published: June 16, 2026 10:03
Join us on the longest day of the year! In collaboration with Folkekirken for Internationals we’re glad to invite you to a celebration of Sankt Hans – the longest day of the year. Come and celebrate Skt. Hans at Amager Beach. Where: The church Tent, at…
Expert Insights: “What Do You Think?”, in Denmark, is an invitation, not a question. But there are alternative meanings
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/business-education/expert-insights-what-do-you-think-in-denmark-is-an-invitation-not-a-question-but-there-are-alternative-meanings/
Published: June 16, 2026 10:00
Danish workplaces are built on trust, autonomy and initiative. But when expectations remain unspoken, even the most well-intentioned invitation can be difficult for international employees to recognise and accept., writes Mikkel Hougaard Orlovski
Norwegian Airlines bought airlines and tour operator
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/norwegian-airlines-bought-airlines-and-tour-operator/
Published: June 16, 2026 09:54
Norwegian has acquired Nordic Leisure Travel Group, which includes Spies, Ving, Tjæreborg, and the charter airline Sunclass Airlines. The two companies will merge to become the Nordic region’s leading provider of single and package tours. The transaction…
Cruise tourists warned of pickpocketing in Copenhagen
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/cruise-tourists-warned-of-pickpocketing-in-copenhagen/
Published: June 16, 2026 09:54
The Copenhagen Police are using an English flyer to warn tourists and cruise ship passengers against trick thieves in the Danish capital, as such thefts typically increase during the summer. The flyer, which translated into Danish is titled “Beskyt dig…
6 in 10 doubt the government will reintroduce Great Prayer Day
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/6-in-10-doubt-the-government-will-reintroduce-great-prayer-day/
Published: June 16, 2026 09:54
Although the government platform states that “store bededag” (Great Prayer Day) will be reintroduced as a holiday in 2030, a Voxmeter survey shows that six out of ten people do not believe it will return. The holiday’s reintroduction is conditional on…
Volunteers invited to count birds in the nature
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/volunteers-invited-to-count-birds-in-the-nature/
Published: June 16, 2026 09:54
Denmark’s green tripartite agreement paves the way for 250,000 hectares of new forest, much of which will be left untouched. The Danish Ornithological Association (DOF) expects this nature reorganization to benefit birdlife, which is currently under…
Belarus president regrets past words against Zelensky
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/belarus-president-regrets-past-words-against-zelensky/
Published: June 16, 2026 09:25
In an interview with Al Arabiya, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko expressed regret over his previous “harsh remarks” about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating they responded to Ukrainian comments regarding military targets in Belarus.…
UN chief to visit violence victims in troubled Haiti
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/un-chief-to-visit-violence-victims-in-troubled-haiti/
Published: June 16, 2026 09:25
UN Secretary-General António Guterres will visit Haiti on Tuesday to show solidarity with victims of violence in the poor Caribbean country. Haiti has long been plagued by political, economic, and security problems. According to his spokesperson, Farhan…
You Danish Connection: The new government explained, tougher EU migration rules and what degrees give you top salaries in Denmark
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/podcast/you-danish-connection-the-new-government-explained-tougher-eu-migration-rules-and-what-degrees-give-you-top-salaries-in-denmark/
Published: June 16, 2026 06:53
From strict immigration policies, reforms to the pork industry and selective citizenship processes, we break down what is (and isn’t) changing.
Vance: US-Iran deal is very general
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/vance-us-iran-deal-is-very-general/
Published: June 16, 2026 05:01
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) entered into by the US and Iran to end the war in Iran is a very general, 1.5-page document, according to US Vice President J.D. Vance. The MoU provides a political framework for a detailed agreement to end the…
Netanyahu seeks Israeli freedom of action in Lebanon
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/netanyahu-seeks-israeli-freedom-of-action-in-lebanon/
Published: June 16, 2026 05:01
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel’s military will not withdraw from its security zone in southern Lebanon, maintaining it to protect citizens in northern Israel. Israel also reserves the right to defend itself against the…
UNICEF: 1.1 billion children live with at least three types of climate risks
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/unicef-1-1-billion-children-live-with-at-least-three-types-of-climate-risks/
Published: June 16, 2026 05:00
According to a report by the UN children’s fund, UNICEF, more than one billion children worldwide are exposed to at least three overlapping climate hazards. Almost all of the world’s approximately 2.4 billion children face at least one climate risk, two…
Iranians at US World Cup stadium demand regime change
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/global/iranians-at-us-world-cup-stadium-demand-regime-change/
Published: June 16, 2026 05:00
Before Iran’s World Cup match against New Zealand in Los Angeles, Iranian protesters living in the US gathered outside the stadium to protest the Iranian regime. Protesters condemned the national team, chanting for regime change and calling it “the…
SpaceX rises by 20 percent and is now worth 2.5 trillion dollars
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/spacex-rises-by-20-percent-and-is-now-worth-2-5-trillion-dollars/
Published: June 16, 2026 04:47
Elon Musk’s space company, SpaceX, had a successful stock market debut in New York. On its second trading day on Monday, the stock rose by 19.6 percent to $192.50, following an initial offering price of $135. The company raised $85 billion, exceeding its…
US stocks rise after US-Iran deal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/us-stocks-rise-after-us-iran-deal/
Published: June 16, 2026 04:47
An agreement between the US and Iran caused US stocks to rise on Monday. The Dow Jones rose 0.92 percent to a record 51,671.03, the Nasdaq rose 3.07 percent, and the S&P 500 rose 1.65 percent. The deal, announced Sunday, includes opening the Strait of…
Danish Chamber of Commerce will help with the reconstruction of the Petjerska Monastery
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/danish-chamber-of-commerce-will-help-with-the-reconstruction-of-the-petjerska-monastery/
Published: June 16, 2026 04:47
The Danish business and employers’ organization, Dansk Erhverv, is ready to help rebuild the Pechersk Lavra monastery in Kyiv, Ukraine, after it caught fire following a suspected Russian airstrike on Monday night. Dansk Erhverv will offer expertise gained…
Norwegian Berlingske owner improves revenue and profit
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/norwegian-berlingske-owner-improves-revenue-and-profit/
Published: June 16, 2026 04:47
The Norwegian media group Amedia’s 2025 financial report shows growth in both revenue and operating profit. Revenue increased from 4.0 to 5.0 billion Norwegian kroner (NOK), and operating profit grew from 390 million to 593 million NOK. According to CEO…
Commuter tax relief greatest in peripheral areas
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/news/round-up/commuter-tax-relief-greatest-in-peripheral-areas/
Published: June 16, 2026 04:46
If the government’s proposal to increase the commuter tax deduction is passed, commuters in peripheral municipalities will receive the largest deduction. Nationwide, more than one million commuters stand to benefit from an average annual tax relief of…
“You build this network, this community”: how volunteering helped Nick strengthen his ties to Denmark
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-16/life-in-denmark/you-build-this-network-this-community-how-volunteering-helped-nick-strengthen-his-ties-to-denmark/
Published: June 16, 2026 03:00
When Nicholas "Nick" Bugeja moved from London to Copenhagen 19 years ago, football was already a lifelong passion. Naturally, he started volunteering as a youth coach at Nørrebro United, and built a community. Today, Nick says volunteering has given him…
Wiretapping inmates’ legal aid calls was illegal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/wiretapping-inmates-legal-aid-calls-was-illegal/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:54
The wiretapping of prison inmates’ conversations with volunteer caseworkers, such as those at Krims Retshjælp, was illegal, and affected inmates can now apply for compensation. Danmarks Fængsler has identified 457 new potential cases for compensation. This…
Son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Mari appeals prison sentence for raping
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/son-of-norways-crown-princess-mette-mari-appeals-prison-sentence-for-raping/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:54
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is appealing a four-year prison sentence handed down on Monday. The Oslo District Court found Høiby guilty of two rapes, domestic abuse against his ex-girlfriend, filming women…
67% of Danes disagree with SF leader’s advisor hire
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/67-of-danes-disagree-with-sf-leaders-advisor-hire/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:54
Minister for Economic Affairs and the Interior Pia Olsen Dyhr defended hiring Thomas Nystrøm as a special advisor, even though he left the SF party six years ago following several harassment cases. However, a Voxmeter poll showed that 66.9 percent of Danes…
Summer Vacation in Denmark: Places to Visit and Weather to Prepare For
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/life-in-denmark/summer-vacation-in-denmark-places-to-visit-and-weather-to-prepare-for/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:54
Danes like to travel south for their summer vacations, while the number of tourists in Denmark rises year after year. The Copenhagen Post gives you tips on popular destinations and local spots.
Unforeseen circumstances force Roskilde cancellations
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/unforeseen-circumstances-force-roskilde-cancellations/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:54
With less than three weeks until Roskilde Festival’s music program begins, American rapper Bia and British rapper Jim Legxacy have cancelled their concerts due to “unforeseen circumstances.” Bia is replaced by the Danish post-punk band Iceage, who will…
Lebanon’s president hopes deal will stop violence
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/lebanons-president-hopes-deal-will-stop-violence/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:48
Lebanon’s president, Joseph Aoun, hopes that an agreement between Iran and the USA to end the war will put a “final end” to the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. According to Reuters, the president stated this in a statement on Monday, after it was…
Trump reports oil tankers leaving Strait of Hormuz
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/trump-reports-oil-tankers-leaving-strait-of-hormuz/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:48
On Monday, US President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social that ships, many loaded with oil, are “beginning to move” out of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump previously stated that the important maritime trade route opens on Friday, when a deal between the US…
Ex-Swedish defense worker suspected of Russian spying
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/ex-swedish-defense-worker-suspected-of-russian-spying/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:48
A 34-year-old former IT consultant for the Swedish Armed Forces has appeared in Stockholm District Court, accused of attempted espionage for the Russian government. The man, who pleaded not guilty, is accused of trying to provide secret information to…
Macron vows to stop Iranian tolls in Strait of Hormuz
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/macron-vows-to-stop-iranian-tolls-in-strait-of-hormuz/
Published: June 15, 2026 13:48
French President Emmanuel Macron will “do everything” to prevent Iran from demanding tolls for ships passing the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran claimed it would charge as war reparations. On Sunday evening, the US and Iran agreed on a peace deal, ending a…
Denmark’s biggest metal and rock festival celebrates 15 years in hell
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/art-culture/denmarks-biggest-metal-and-rock-festival-celebrates-15-years-in-hell/
Published: June 15, 2026 10:45
Iron Maiden, Volbeat, and an epic 15th-anniversary All-Star show headline Denmark’s premier metal festival at Refshaleøen nex week.
Dialogue between ancient and modern civilizations: contemporary inspiration from classical wisdom
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/dialogue-between-ancient-and-modern-civilizations-contemporary-inspiration-from-classical-wisdom/
Published: June 15, 2026 10:43
By People’s Daily reporters From June 9 to 10 local time, the second World Conference of Classics was held in Athens, Greece. Following the successful inaugural session held in Beijing in 2024, this grand event, jointly organized by China and Greece,…
Muggy weekend ahead after a mild start to the week
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/muggy-weekend-ahead-after-a-mild-start-to-the-week/
Published: June 15, 2026 09:56
The unstable summer weather continues in the coming week, culminating over the weekend with temperatures of up to 30 degrees, alongside a risk of rain and thunderstorms, according to Mette Zhang, a meteorologist at the Danish Meteorological Institute…
Son of Norway’s Crown Princess guilty of rape, sentenced to 4 years
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/son-of-norways-crown-princess-guilty-of-rape-sentenced-to-4-years/
Published: June 15, 2026 09:56
The Oslo District Court has sentenced Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, to four years in prison. Høiby was found guilty of abuse in close relations against his ex-girlfriend and two rapes involving sexual acts other than…
Prime Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen: Denmark to contribute to free navigation in Hormuz
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/prime-prime-minister-mette-frederiksen-denmark-to-contribute-to-free-navigation-in-hormuz/
Published: June 15, 2026 09:56
Prime Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is pleased that the US and Iran have apparently agreed on terms for an agreement to restore peace between the two countries. The agreement will be signed on Friday in Geneva, Switzerland, as announced on Sunday…
Switch faults cause fewer trains in the capital area
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/news/round-up/switch-faults-cause-fewer-trains-in-the-capital-area/
Published: June 15, 2026 09:56
On Monday morning, fewer trains are running on three routes in the metropolitan area. This is due to faults on several switches at Copenhagen Central Station, which mean DSB cannot fully use all tracks. The three affected routes are Copenhagen H–Køge Nord,…
Israel’s security minister condemns US-Iran deal
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/israels-security-minister-condemns-us-iran-deal/
Published: June 15, 2026 09:49
Israel’s National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has condemned the agreement between the US and Iran, stating that “Trump’s agreement” is not binding for them and does not secure their safety. He added that they must not settle for less than the…
UK wants to ban social media for under-16s
https://cphpost.dk/2026-06-15/global/uk-wants-to-ban-social-media-for-under-16s/
Published: June 15, 2026 09:49
The UK plans to ban social media for children under 16, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday. Starmer hopes the legislation will be passed before Christmas and take effect next spring, calling a complete ban the right choice. The UK intends to…
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