Food prices continue to rise despite low inflation
Inflation increased slightly in May after remaining stable the previous month. The latest Statistics Denmark figures show the consumer price index climbed 1.6 percent year-over-year in May, following a 1.5 percent rise in…
MoreMacron joins Mette on Greenland trip
French President Emmanuel Macron will accompany Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on a trip to Greenland this week in a show of support for the island that’s coveted by Donald Trump. It’s reported that…
MoreNew study: Greenlanders reject U.S.
The vast majority of Greenlanders oppose U.S. efforts to take control of the country. A new study by U.S. based advisory firm Enodo Global found that 86% of Greenlanders oppose U.S. control or…
MoreRed/Greens want to ‘Trump-proof’ Denmark
The Red/Greens have called for a national strategy to protect Denmark from Donald Trump who party leader Pelle Dragsted has characterised as a ‘threat to Danish sovereignty and democracy.’ He told TV2: “Trump…
MoreRussian ships linked to cocaine smuggling
Two Russian-owned refrigerated cargo ships have been linked to some of the biggest cocaine smuggling cases ever recorded in Danish waters. The Cool Explorer and Cool Eagle, operated by the Russian shipping company…
MoreGovernment lowers wage barrier to attract foreign workers
A new government agreement will make it easier for companies to recruit employees from 16 designated countries, part of an ongoing effort to fix Denmark’s labour shortage and simplify recruitment for companies needing…
MoreOpposition dismisses PM’s EU presidency request
Opposition parties have pushed back on Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s plea not to overburden the government with work during the last six months of the year when Denmark assumes the rotating presidency of…
MoreMan charged with hiring teen Swedish assassins
A 22-year-old man has been charged with recruiting young Swedish nationals to carry out five attempted killings in Denmark. According to Copenhagen Police the alleged assassinations were planned near Herning, at a criminal…
MoreThe Week That Was, June 2nd – June 8th 2025:
Politics/Economy: A new poll showed the three government parties would win no more than 34.6% of the vote if an election was held right now and just 63 seats, well shy of the…
MoreDefense will send F-16s and frigate to Greenland
Denmark will ramp up its military presence in Greenland over the summer, deploying F-16 fighter jets, helicopters and a frigate in what officials call a necessary step to train for operations in the…
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