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Denmark

Denmark to cull millions of minks as mutated coronavirus spreads

The world's biggest mink fur producer is to cull all of the country's minks after a mutated version of the virus was detected at mink farms and spread to people.

05/11/2020

My Europe Series

Denmark's dilemma as North Sea oil tests its green credentials

Denmark leads the way in Europe when it comes to climate-friendly policies. But lucrative North Sea oil is testing its green credentials.

22/10/2020

Denmark

Danish submarine killer recaptured after prison break attempt

Peter Madsen was jailed for life for the murder of Swedish journalist Kim Wall on his homemade submarine in 2017

20/10/2020

Denmark

Copenhagen mayor resigns over sexual harassment claims

The Mayor of Copenhagen, Frank Jensen, has resigned and admitted to allegations of sexual harassment, as a delayed #MeToo movement sweeps Denmark.

19/10/2020

Denmark

Far-right set to stoke tensions in Sweden with new anti-Islam protests

Danish right-wing party Stram Kurs is set to stir up tensions by holding fresh anti-Islam protests in neighbouring Sweden this weekend.

09/09/2020

Denmark

Denmark proposes change to sexual violence laws requiring consent

The Ministry of Justice has hailed the proposal as a huge step towards equality.

02/09/2020

Ocean

A ban on cod fishing leaves fishermen worried for their future

In partnership with the European Commission

In this edition of Ocean, Euronews meets those who have been directly affected by the cod fishing ban - and explores why its stocks are in decline.

01/09/2020

Ocean

Fears climate change is causing cod populations to disappear

In partnership with the European Commission

In this episode of Ocean, Euronews' Denis Loctier explores why stocks of Europe's most popular white fish is declining.

01/09/2020

Denmark

Denmark government probe after foreign spy agency chief suspended

Minister of Defence Trine Bramsen says an investigation will look into the matter "with the utmost seriousness".

24/08/2020

Denmark

Denmark's government wants to reduce the retirement age to 61

The measure is designed to support those in "the toughest jobs", prime minister Mette Frederiksen said.

18/08/2020

Earth News

Danish swimmers occupy North Sea to demand ban on oil exploration

The Greenpeace activists want to prove that Denmark isn't as green as people think.

18/08/2020

Denmark

Denmark's vegan party says it has enough support to run for parliament

Denmark is set to have a new contender in future elections in the form of the vegan party, which says it now has enough support to run for parliamentary seats.

07/08/2020

Denmark

All eyes on the Arctic: US, China and Russia race to control far north

As the Arctic ice sheet melts, the United States, Russia and China are racing for a share of the region’s energy and mineral resources.

23/07/2020

Denmark

Whaling season is back in the Faroe Islands amid coronavirus concerns

The government urged fishermen to avoid large gatherings, as the local whaling practice requires multiple boats to trap the animals, before the hunters physically enter the water to kill them with knives.

19/07/2020

Earth News

Facebook data centre donates excess heat to warm 7,000 Danish homes

These giant warehouses full of computers can get very warm.

09/07/2020

Denmark

'He's very patient': Denmark PM postpones her wedding for a third time

"I have to do my job and protect Denmark's interest," Mette Frederiksen wrote on Facebook, praising her "amazing man" for being patient.

26/06/2020

Denmark

Football restarts in Europe as Faroe Islands kick off season

Two months behind schedule, the Faroe Islands has started its football season - the first official football league in western Europe to restart since March

11/05/2020

Denmark

Denmark gives go-ahead for €7 billion underwater tunnel to Germany

The Fehmarnbelt Link will allow trains and cars to cross the strait in just seven and ten minutes respectively. At the moment, a ferry takes about an hour to make the crossing.

27/04/2020

Earth News

Could this be the moment for virtual reality travel?

Tourist attractions across the world are offering online experiences for those trapped inside by social distancing.

22/04/2020

Denmark

The tiles on this Danish square help tackle air pollution

The tiles of Langelands Square, in the Frederiksberg district of the Danish capital, have a special coating that helps absorb nitrogen dioxide (NO2).

10/03/2020

Earth News

Leading sustainable fashion summit cancelled in May due to coronavirus

The annual sustainability event in Copenhagen is being moved, due to concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak.

06/03/2020

Denmark

Denmark marks 100 years since the vote to reunify the country

The region of Schleswig voted 100 years ago on whether to remain with Germany or join Denmark, which ultimately led to a split.

10/02/2020

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Copenhagen Light Festival brightens up Danish capital

Copenhagen's third annual Light Festival sparked into life over the weekend, with colourful displays from artists and designers brightening up the Danish city.

04/02/2020

The Cube

Outrage after Chinese stars replaced with illustration of coronavirus

A Chinese flag with an illustration of the deadly coronavirus instead of stars has caused controversy.

28/01/2020

Business Planet

Trillions at stake: how to get a slice of the public pie

In partnership with The European Commission

Business Planet travels to Denmark to look at the opportunities and challenges faced by small and medium sized firms when it comes to winning lucrative public sector contracts.

13/12/2019

Business Planet

'It's a win-win': why small companies should aim big

In partnership with The European Commission

There's a perception that small companies are excluded from lucrative government contracts. But should they be? Business Planet meets a man who plays a key role in awarding public contracts to private companies.

13/12/2019