The Denmark Post

19/07/2024

Europe is currently experiencing a widespread IT outage caused by a faulty software update on the CrowdStrike security platform. This issue has resulted in disruptions across various sectors in Denmark, including:

* Transportation: Airports in Denmark may be experiencing delays and cancellations due to the IT problems.

* Businesses: Companies that rely on Windows systems might be facing operational challenges.
The extent of the disruptions in Denmark can vary depending on the specific businesses and organizations affected. It's recommended to check with airlines or relevant businesses for the latest updates on their operations.

https://cphpost.dk/2024-07-19/news/planes-grounded-in-cph-as-worldwide-it-outage-hits-airlines-media-and-banks/

18/07/2024

Danish author Tove Ditlevsen on New York Times top 100 list

Danish author Tove Ditlevsen’s The Copenhagen Trilogy has made it onto The New York Times‘ distinguished list ‘The 100 Best Books of the 21st Century’. The trilogy is a series of memoirs first released in Denmark between 1967 and 1971 under the titles Childhood, Youth and Dependency. Though ...

13/07/2024

If you have been trained as a medical doctor, dentist or nurse in a country outside the EU/EEA, you can apply for a residence permit in Denmark.

You want to work in Denmark, but you do not have a Danish authorisation.

13/07/2024

Foreign students can work more hours

On 1 July 2024, new rules regarding foreign students' right to work part-time will come into effect.

13/07/2024

Denmark is the first country in the world to tax flatulent cows and pigs!

The Scandinavian country pitched a 'flatulence tax' scheme, which was met with industry-wide support and is expected to be carried by the national parliament.

11/07/2024

World-leading long-necked dinosaur skeleton unveiled in Denmark
Read more:
https://cphpost.dk/2024-07-09/things-to-do/world-leading-long-necked-dinosaur-skeleton-unveiled-in-denmark/

07/07/2024

Saturday featured over 3,700 lightning strikes over Denmark .

https://vejr.tv2.dk/live/2024-07-06-uvejr-over-danmark

05/07/2024

Denmark has charged Nordea, a major bank, with money laundering accusations

https://nyheder.tv2.dk/business/2024-07-05-nordea-tiltalt-for-brud-paa-hvidvaskreglerne

05/07/2024

Denmark sends a very clear signal: YOU SHOULD WORK

The Danish government is proposing that foreigners and people with immigrant backgrounds work 37 hours a week in exchange for welfare benefits.

08/06/2024

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was "hit" by a man in a Copenhagen square on Friday (June 7), her office said in an official statement, prompting widespread condemnation from all over Europe. "Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was hit by a man Friday evening on Kultorvet in Copenhagen. The...

07/06/2024

The new rules mean, among other things, an extension of the authorisation scheme, that people on the authorisation scheme are exempt from work permits and that social and healthcare workers are added to the Positive List for Skilled Work with a quota of 1,000 residence and work permits

07/06/2024

Denmark recently scrapped the mandatory Danish bank account requirement for work permit holders in some cases. The rule change applies to highly skilled workers recruited through specific programs, including researchers and those on "fast-track" schemes. This decision came after lobbying by businesses who found the old rule to be an unnecessary hurdle. The change took effect in January 2024.

14/01/2024

In 2022, four municipalities in Denmark experienced exceptional economic growth, accounting for two-thirds of the country's overall GDP increase. These municipalities are

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Their GDP growth ranged from 17% to 26%, far exceeding the national average of 10%.

I fire kommuner buldrer virksomhederne frem i sådan en grad, at de står for to tredjedele af den samlede stigning i BNP i 2022. I Kalundborg, Gladsaxe, Hillerød og Ballerup er stigningen i BNP på mellem 17 og 26 procent. Det glæder borgmestrene, som giver de succesfulde virksomheder æren for f...

24/10/2023

Denmark's deputy PM Ellemann-Jensen resigns and quits politics. Jakob Ellemann-Jensen, the leader of the centre-right Liberal Party, announced this week that he was resigning and leaving politics for good. He has not yet given a reason for his decision.

20/10/2023

Storm surges could be once-in-a-century event: Denmark is bracing for a major storm that could bring storm surges of up to two meters. The storm is expected to hit on Saturday and could cause widespread flooding and damage.

Man shot dead in Copenhagen: A man was shot dead in the Copenhagen suburb of Tingbjerg on Thursday night. Police are investigating the motive for the shooting, but say it does not appear to be gang-related.

Employment figure hits 3 million: The number of people employed in Denmark reached 3 million for the first time ever in September. The unemployment rate is currently at just 2.3%, the lowest level in decades.

Denmark to record online harassment of public servants: The Danish government is launching a new project to record and investigate online harassment of public servants. The project is in response to a growing number of cases of public servants being threatened and abused online.

Novo Nordisk and Aspen sign deal to produce insulin for African patients: Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk and South African company Aspen have signed a deal to produce insulin for African patients. The deal is expected to make insulin more affordable and accessible for millions of people in Africa.

16/10/2023

Denmark to raise diesel tax from 2025

The Danish government has announced that it will raise the tax on diesel fuel from 2025. The aim of the move is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage people to switch to more environmentally friendly vehicles.

27/09/2023

Danish football team wins UEFA Champions League. The Danish football team FC Copenhagen has won the UEFA Champions League, defeating Bayern Munich in the final. This is the first time that a Danish team has won the Champions League.

27/09/2023

Danish government to invest in mental health services. The Danish government has announced that it will invest billions of euros in mental health services in the coming years. The investment is aimed at improving access to mental health care and reducing waiting times for treatment.

27/09/2023

Danish schools to introduce new curriculum on digital citizenship. Danish schools will introduce a new curriculum on digital citizenship in 2024. The curriculum will teach students about how to use technology safely and responsibly.

26/09/2023

Rail tickets set for price hike
The price of rail tickets in Denmark is set to increase by an average of 5% in 2024. The price hike is being attributed to rising costs, including energy and wages.

26/09/2023

One in ten school leavers failed core subjects
A new report has found that one in ten school leavers in Denmark failed to pass core subjects such as Danish, mathematics, and English. The report says that this is a cause for concern and that more needs to be done to support students who are struggling.

26/09/2023

Massive number of arthritis cases reported
A new study has found that there has been a massive increase in the number of people in Denmark diagnosed with arthritis. The study says that this is likely due to a combination of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors.

17/09/2023

Denmark's Maersk unveils world's first bio-methanol container ship. The ship, named the MV Maersk Green Methanol, is powered by a sustainable fuel made from renewable sources such as biogas and waste wood. It is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 23% compared to traditional container ships.

https://www.maersk.com/news/articles/2023/06/13/maersk-secures-green-methanol

A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has successfully secured green methanol for the maiden voyage of the world’s first methanol-enabled container vessel.

17/09/2023

Covid chief gives a broad diagnosis to the challenged Healthcare system. Denmark's Health Minister has warned that the Danish healthcare system is facing a number of challenges, including a shortage of staff and a growing backlog of patients. He has called for a major investment in the healthcare system in order to address these challenges.

17/09/2023

Copenhagen Airport warns of busy October. Copenhagen Airport is warning passengers to expect long queues and delays in October, as it is expecting a surge in traffic due to the school holidays and a number of major events taking place in the city.

17/09/2023

New trial will examine road tax in Copenhagen. A new trial will be launched in Copenhagen to examine the feasibility of a road tax. The trial will involve charging drivers a fee to enter certain areas of the city during peak hours.

16/09/2023

Denmark’s new property tax rules from 2024

Angry homeowners protest new tax rules. Some homeowners are unhappy with new tax rules that they say will make it more difficult to sell their homes.

16/09/2023

Well-educated immigrants report more discrimination. A new study found that immigrants with higher levels of education are more likely to report experiencing discrimination in Denmark.

15/09/2023

Denmark's largest bank fined for money laundering. Denmark's largest bank, Danske Bank, has been fined 7.1 billion kroner (US$1 billion) for failing to prevent money laundering. The fine is the largest ever imposed on a Danish bank.

15/09/2023

Denmark's unemployment rate falls to lowest level in 50 years. Denmark's unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in August, the lowest level in 50 years. The decline in unemployment is due to a strong labor market, with businesses hiring more workers.