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Major fire engulfs Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk

A large fire broke out at Novo Nordisk's offices near Copenhagen today, the second blaze to hit the Ozempic-maker in a week, the company posted on social media.

22/05/2024

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Novo Nordisk faces another fire

A major fire has broken out at a building at the head quarters of Danish pharmaceutical firm Novo Nordisk

22/05/2024

Moments

This AI-powered seal guides tourists around an island in Denmark

Fanø, an island in the Wadden Sea, is popular with nature-loving tourists.

22/05/2024

Food and Drink

Are you ready for Michelin-starred dining in the stratosphere?

Danish chef Rasmus Munk is set to take his Michelin-star quality dining to space with a new project that will take diners up to the stratosphere to enjoy a meal unlike anything on Earth.

15/05/2024

Earth News

'Blood sport': Controversial whale slaughter begins in Faroe Islands

Critics say the practice is cruel and unnecessary, though defenders claim it is an integral part of island life and resist what they see as meddling by outsiders.

07/05/2024

Business

Novo Nordisk owner invests millions in quantum computing

Novo Holdings, the parent company of the maker of weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, is investing millions to create a global innovation hub for quantum technology in Denmark.

02/05/2024

Art

Copenhagen exhibition explores early years of street artist Banksy

The exhibit, "Banksy & Street Art: The Early Years," at the Masters and Contemporary Art Museum (MACA), covers Banksy's work from 1989 to 2010.

02/05/2024

Business

Novo Nordisk beats Q1 estimates as weight-loss drugs drive growth

Danish pharmaceutical titan Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, announces a significant year-over-year increase in net profit and sales for the first quarter of 2024.

02/05/2024

Denmark

Danish stonemason's eco-friendly gravestones challenge tradition

A Danish stonemason is changing the way cemeteries and funerals contribute to CO2 emissions by designing an eco-friendly gravestone.

27/04/2024

Earth News

Danish pork maker admits ‘climate-controlled pig’ claims were wrong

It follows a ruling in Denmark’s first climate lawsuit last month.

16/04/2024

Denmark

Fire engulfs historic Copenhagen Stock Exchange

Flames tore through the historic building in Denmark's capital on Tuesday, toppling its iconic spire.

16/04/2024

Denmark

Danish celebrities report Meta to police over fraudulent ads

Presenters Divya Das and Kim Bildsøe Lassen are taking action after their images appeared in fraudulent ads on Facebook.

11/04/2024

Denmark

Copenhagen residents dismantle Christiania's drug market

In the words of the Mayor of Copenhagen, for Christiania to exist, drug dealing and clashes have to stop. Residents have taken initiative.

07/04/2024

Business

Baltika takes Carlsberg to court in long-running Russia row

The fallout began last July after President Putin ordered the "temporary" takeover of Carlsberg which then ended its licensing agreement with Baltika.

01/04/2024

Tech News

Why is Europe trying to influence Silicon Valley with 'techplomacy'?

Denmark was the first to post an ambassador to Silicon Valley. Now, it is leading Europe's diplomats in putting Big Tech on "the right side of history".

23/03/2024

Tech News

Denmark to get powerful AI supercomputer and research centre

The Danish Novo Nordisk Foundation is partnering with Nvidia to put in place what they say will be one of the world’s most powerful AI supercomputers.

20/03/2024

Business

How much higher can Novo Nordisk shares go?

Novo Nordisk's remarkable ascent, driven by its revolutionary weight-loss drug Wegovy, has led to a surge in market value and positive analyst outlook.

14/03/2024

Denmark

NGOs sue Denmark over arms export to Israel

The groups mentioned serious concerns that weapons and military equipment sent to Israel may be used in violation of international law in Gaza.

12/03/2024

Business

Lego growth continues to slow down amid struggling toy market

The Danish toy manufacturer's 2023 revenue was up 2% compared with the previous year, reaching DKK 65.9 billion (€88.4 billion).

12/03/2024

Earth News

Half of Denmark's water supplies contaminated with toxins – new report

An investigation commissioned by several Danish regional councils says the situation is critical and threatens the country's transition to a green economy.

29/02/2024

Culture news

The queer vegan punk band changing perceptions on the Faroe Islands

Ahead of their third album launch, Euronews Culture spoke to Fríði Djurhuus, frontman of the barnstorming Faroese band Joe & the Shitboys.

29/02/2024

Economy

Denmark's GDP soars thanks to growing pharma sector

Denmark's gross domestic product (GDP) grew 2% in the fourth quarter of 2023, largely bolstered by the country's expanding pharmaceutical sector.

20/02/2024

Healthcare

Nurses in Denmark shift to cosmetic care amid hospital staffing crisis

The Danish Nurses’ Organisation (DSR) believes that the shift is due to salary and working conditions in public hospitals.

16/02/2024

Food and Drink

Have you tried these delicious cream cakes taking Denmark by storm?

Originally created as a traditional Danish pastry filled with cream and jam to celebrate a Christian holiday, the fastelavnsboller has evolved into a trend inspiring a frenzy of innovative cream cake creations.

15/02/2024

Art

Denmark exhibition showcases the artistic genius of Alberto Giacometti

The expansive showcase offers an in-depth exploration of the renowned 20th century Swiss artist's work, spanning sculpture, painting, graphics, and drawing.

13/02/2024

Business

Drugmaker Novo Nordisk reaches market value of $500 million

Demand for obesity drugs has pushed Novo Nordisk's share price to new highs.

31/01/2024