Tag: Holi
Happy Nowrooz, Persian New Year 2023
Nowrooz is a time of renewal, rejuvenation and reflection. It’s time to leave the past behind and focus on the future. The days before Nowrooz are full of cleaning and decluttering the home, as a clean home is believed to bring good luck for the new year. People also buy new clothes to wear on […]
The Danes may not be religious, but the majority are spiritually needy – studies
As many as 81.9 percent of Danes have felt a “spiritual need” in the past month, according to a new study. The paper, the largest of its kind to date, collected data from 26,678 participants of all ages. The researchers seek to emphasize the connection between spiritual beliefs and physical health, promoting a holistic understanding […]
Finnish MPs weigh religious and cultural issues: Age matters
while less than 60% of older candidates supported this change. Age also seemed to affect attitudes towards church services organized by the school. Almost 60% of younger candidates were willing to remove church attendance from school programs, while only about 40% of older candidates agreed. The eight major political parties generally had a better attitude […]
The Danes may not be religious, but the majority are spiritually needy – studies
As many as 81.9 percent of Danes have felt a “spiritual need” in the past month, according to a new study. The paper, the largest of its kind to date, collected data from 26,678 participants of all ages. The researchers seek to emphasize the connection between spiritual beliefs and physical health, promoting a holistic understanding […]
Inflation on the rise in Finland: a long battle to tame prices ahead, warns the chief economist
Although prices may not continue as quickly as in February, the continuation of inflationary pressures is a major economic risk. The high price of electricity, food and increased loan interest rates were the main factors of annual inflation. Food and non-alcoholic drinks prices rose by a record 16.3% compared to last year, while monthly inflation […]
Childless employees face discrimination when planning vacations, says a study
In the study, approximately 570 voluntarily and involuntarily childless persons were interviewed in order to find out their experiences of workplace discrimination. It revealed that 60% of involuntarily childless respondents have experienced holiday and shift discrimination. A third of the respondents reported that they had experienced discrimination related to infertility or fertility treatments in the […]
St Patrick’s Day 2023: Celebrating the good people of Ireland
The one thing they got wrong in ‘The Banshees of Insherin,’ the charming Irish film that will most likely end up winning no Oscars on Sunday, is the landlord. He is mostly forgettable and in awe of his regulars – nothing more than a glorified bartender. Perhaps this was intentional and an accurate representation of […]
Copenhagen has the world’s best work-life balance, according to a Forbes survey
Copenhagen has the best work-life balance in the world, according to Forbes Advisor. Its 2023 survey assessed 128 major cities worldwide, giving each a score out of 100. Copenhagen scored 70.5, placing it well ahead of Helsinki at 65.1. Nordic cities dominated and took six of the top seven places, with Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg and […]
Copenhagen has the world’s best work-life balance, according to a Forbes survey
Copenhagen has the best work-life balance in the world, according to Forbes Advisor. Its 2023 survey assessed 128 major cities worldwide, giving each a score out of 100. Copenhagen scored 70.5, placing it well ahead of Helsinki at 65.1. Nordic cities dominated and took six of the top seven places, with Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg and […]
Publisher behind Xi biography released from China prison
A Hong Kong-based publisher arrested while preparing to release an unauthorized biography of Chinese leader Xi Jinping has been released after serving a 10-year sentence in a prison in southern China. The respected San Francisco-based rights monitoring group Dui Hua reported Thursday that Yao Wentian, 83, was released on February 26 and returned to his […]
RIP Great Prayer Day… now another holiday is under attack
The Danish Parliament voted earlier this week to abolish Great Prayer Day as a public holiday – a day off that Denmark has had for around 350 years. Now Copenhageners may risk losing another public holiday following the news that the city’s employment and integration mayor, Jens-Kristian Lütken, has proposed cutting May 1 (Labour Day) […]
Local Round-Up: Gay men benefit from ‘mom groups’ that are just as welcoming to men
Since 1 September last year, Copenhagen Municipality has been experimenting with a new kind of parent group in Copenhagen called ‘Parent Groups’. Many maternity groups are of the opinion that they are mostly welcoming to new mothers who want advice from more experienced parents, but the Parenting Groups emphasize being equally welcoming to men. Copenhagen […]
The camping union warns that the new law could give Denmark a trailer park culture similar to the United States
1 March is the first day of the camping season in Denmark. In winter, there is a 15-20 day limit (with permission from the municipality) for how long you can stay in a caravan or cabin on a pitch – no tents in winter! – although a majority of MPs are believed to favor a […]
Bun in the oven: The government has set the timer to abolish the Great Prayer Day public holiday this afternoon
According to an Epinion survey carried out for DR, seven out of ten in Denmark are against the government’s plans to abolish the Great Bededag holiday ahead of a bill that is being considered today, which a parliamentary majority is expected to approve. Traditionally held on the fourth Friday after Good Friday, it is a […]
International students can work while studying abroad, but regulations vary from country to country
According to the research, more than 6 million students studied abroad in 2019, which highlights the importance of the subject for students. Although some countries allow international students to work while studying, the number of hours allowed and the types of work may vary. In most cases, a work permit is required, and in some […]
KFTS – Holistic approach to teaching acting that provides a strong psychological foundation
The secret to being successful in Denmark is to never tell anyone that you are busy, confides Stuart Lynch, the tireless head of school for KFTS (Københavns Film & Teaterskole/Københavns Film & Teaterskole/Københavns Film & Teaterskole). A resident of Copenhagen since the early 1990s, the appointment of the half-Australian, half-British theater artist as the prestigious […]
Ash Wednesday or Öskudagur
Carnival is celebrated in many countries at this time of year and can last up to a week. In Iceland, the carnival season is limited to three days: bolludagur, sprengidagur and today’s Öskudagur (Ash Wednesday). Today is definitely a holiday for children who dress up in costumes and walk around the city visiting shops and […]
Winter holiday: Events for the little ones
Wean them off the screens! The children’s steak All Feb; movie at 10am & 11am, Wed-Sun; Cinematheque, Gothersgade 55, Cph K; DKK 30 entrance fee; dfi.dk Children aged three to seven are well looked after by Børnebiffen at the Cinemateket, which five days a week offers a steady flow of options in the late morning. […]
Studies suggest that antibody therapy can be used to treat liver disease
Solna [Sweden]Feb 11 (ANI): There is currently no medicine available to treat non-alcoholic liver disease, which affects many type 2 diabetes patients and can progress to more serious liver disease. A therapeutic alternative for the treatment of fatty liver has been identified in a study led by Karolinska Institutet researchers. The study, published in the […]
More than 130 Turkish builders were arrested and the last survivors were pulled from the ruins
Footage from the affected area shows how some buildings have collapsed like a deck of cards, while others have been damaged but are still standing. Turkish judicial authorities raided more than 130 people allegedly involved in these irregular construction practices. On paper, Turkish building regulations are up-to-date with current earthquake engineering standards. However, they are […]
Winter holiday: In the home of the Vikings
February at the Viking Ship Museum Vindeboder 12, Roskilde, open daily 10:00-16:00; over 18: DKK 125, under 18: free adm; vikingeskibsmuseet.dk Travel back to Denmark’s proud Viking past! The Viking Ship Museum is located in Roskilde and is a national ship museum built in 1969 that houses five original Viking ships from the 11th century. […]
Winter holidays: Where the walls can talk!
February in DAC BLOX, Bryghusgade 10, Cph K; open daily 10:00-18:00, until 21:00 on Thurs; over 18 years: DKK 115, under 18 years: free adm, dac.dk A record 226,000 guests visited the Danish Architecture Center in 2022 – proof that the complex is one of the biggest attractions in Copenhagen. Since occupying its new home […]
Winter Break: Orbs of Unfathomable Distortion
Huge billiardsends Feb 26, open Wed-Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Tue closed, until 9pm on Thu; Skovvej 100, Ishøj; over 18 years: DKK 140, under 18 years: free adm; arken.dk From the 1966 film Fantastic Voyage to Inner Space 21 years later, there has always been something appealing about being miniature, and museums know this better than most, […]
Great opportunities this winter holiday
Big Mac, Big Bird, Big Apple, BigFoot, Big Kahuna Burger—there’s a pattern here somewhere, as are wagon wheels, which grew exponentially in the United States in the 19th century. Not only are they more suitable for rocky terrain, but they are much easier on the animal, dramatically reducing the haul size required. In the 1880s […]
Winter holiday: Wheels of monstrous proportions
Hot Wheels Monster Truck February 11, 11.30am & 6.30pm, February 12, 11.30am; Royal Arena, Hannemanns Allé 18-20, Cph S; DKK 280-661, ticketmaster.dk When an American gas-head put oversized wheels and a ridiculous suspension on his Ford 5250 pickup in 1975, he didn’t know he’d be paving the way for one of the craze of the […]
Experience abroad without leaving Norway
If you are longing for a holiday, but don’t have the time or money to go abroad right now, all hope is not lost. You can enjoy the best of other countries directly from your own home, or by exploring the local area where you live. Dream away in your own company, invite to a […]
Expats, immigrants, internationals, non-Danes… we salute you all
It’s crazy that we haven’t had an ‘Expat of the Year’ before. One of the problems is the word ‘expat’. A lot of people don’t like it. Expats are foreigners who know that one day they will return to their home country, but many move to Denmark who are open to the idea of staying […]
It’s February: Let there be light!
The third verse of Genesis, and no, we’re not talking about the first time Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel harmonized on stage, included the immortal line: “Let there be light!” At some point on the third day of February, a similar command is issued. And the fourth, and the fifth, and for three more weeks, […]
First school in Denmark to try a four-day week
Long weekends in sightThe school is closed on six selected Mondays, giving students and teachers a long weekend. The downside will be a summer holiday that is six days shorter. “We have been inspired by the places that have four-day work weeks,” This is what the head of school at Aalborg Katedralskole Christian Nielsen Warming […]
Jack Ma – the billionaire who flew too close to the sun
On November 11, 2020, the Chinese e-commerce giant strikes Alibaba’s annual shopping holiday Singles Day a dizzying sales record. Company founder Jack Ma has become synonymous with success in China. He is a world celebrity who thrives in the limelight, accustomed to shaking hands with presidents and swarming with Hollywood stars. But when Alibaba’s customers […]
Dalvik becomes Ennis
In the blink of an eye, Dalvík had a dental clinic, tannery, mortuary, and weapons warehouse. Filming for True Detective will begin soon in the town, so Dalvík will become the town of Ennis. Christmas decorations are still hanging in part of the city, as the series will be set in Alaska during the holiday […]
The month of Þorri has begun. Icelanders celebrate Bondadagur
The Icelandic holiday of Bóndadagur is a day dedicated to celebrating and pampering a man, partner, husband. It is an old holiday, and the name Bóndadagur comes from the word “Bondi” which means a man, a homeowner or a farmer, a farmer. As a result, the holiday has also been translated as “Farmer’s Day”. “Bondi” […]
Hands off our holiday: ‘Uncharacteristic nine’ presents alternative ways to fund the defense settlement
The opposition has spoken. But before we study what they have said, let us consider who the opposition is in Danish politics today. The opposition are as wide-ranging parties as the ultra-left Enhedslisten and the hard-right New Citizens and the Danish Democrats, as contradictory as the environmentally conscious Alternative and economic pragmatists Liberal Alliance, and […]
Monday’s papers: Children in Syrian camps, more education and stagflation worries
Finland’s foreign minister says that the remaining Finnish children in the Al-Holi camp need their mother’s permission to leave.
Election collection: The Social Democrats do not regret the heat pool bureaucracy
DR has highlighted some of the ways in which the annual heating pool of DKK 100 million is used – and it doesn’t make you want to read on the way to the election. The municipalities, the report claims, have only applied for 1.1 million kroner to help their residents with bills received between 1 […]
Al-Holi’s relatives can apply for compensation from the Finnish government
Three Finnish children are still in a relocation camp in northern Syria, and the UN committee criticized Finland for delaying their repatriation.
Business Round-Up: ‘Wise Men’ economists warn 100,000 will lose their jobs by end of 2023
The Economic Council, the economic council often referred to as ‘the sages’, has warned that three years of austerity is likely to hit the country. At least 100,000 of the 2,950,000 people currently in work are likely to lose their jobs over the next 14 months, it predicts. The development in September of the C25, […]
Autumn holidays: Discover your children’s inner Picasso
With so many highly regarded art museums in Copenhagen of every genre and variety, there are plenty of opportunities to get your child painting and creating this autumn term in a fun and focused environment rather than on your wall. LouisianaThe Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (Gammel Strandvej 13, Humlebæk) offers free workshops in the […]
Performance Preview: The musical that gave children a voice
Pauline Kael was the most famous film critic of the 20th century. But even she made a few mistakes Unlike most post-war musicals, ‘Bugsy Malone’ came to our screens in 1976 untested by Broadway or West End audiences. Its novel approach to a Prohibition-era hoodlum story of featuring only child actors and replacing Tommi guns […]
CRC: Finland violated children’s rights in al-Holi
The decision came after investigating a case filed on behalf of six children detained in al-Holi, a relocation camp for the families of so-called Islamic State fighters in Syria. According to the committee, Finland has both the responsibility and the power to protect Finnish children from immediate danger to their lives. “The situation of children […]
Sweden’s inflation reaches its highest level in 30 years
STOCKHOLM, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) — Inflation continues to hit records in Sweden, with 12-month CPIF (Consumer Price Index with Fixed Interest) inflation reaching 9.7 percent in September, the highest level in three decades, Statistics Sweden said on Thursday. “Higher electricity prices and higher prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages contributed to the high inflation in […]
Maailman näköpäivä 2022: Seuraa näitä 6 vinkkiä paremman näön saavuttamiseksi
Päivä on merkittävä tilaisuus lisätä tietoisuutta rutiininomaisten näöntarkastusten tärkeydestä, sillä ne ovat ratkaisevan tärkeitä silmien terveyden ylläpitämisen kannalta, erityisesti ihmisillä, jotka ovat alttiita sairastumaan tai joilla on kroonisia sairauksia, kuten diabetes. Näkö on tärkein aistimme, koska näkömme ohjaa havainnointiamme. Hyvin harvat ihmiset ovat kuitenkin tietoisia siitä, että silmät ovat ensimmäisiä aistielimiä, jotka sairastuvat ja vaurioituvat […]
The Tax Administration and Customs intensified the control of alcohol in online stores
According to recent estimates, the Finnish government loses approximately 80 or even 100 million euros in excise tax revenue per year due to international alcohol e-commerce deliveries, where Finnish taxes are neglected. Buying alcohol online became very popular, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. As a result, Customs and the Tax Administration will focus on strengthening […]
Professor Ilkka Kilpeläinen and Professor Herbert Sixta will receive the 2022 Marcus Wallenberg Award
The production of cotton, the cellulose fiber used mainly in textiles, is not expected to keep pace with demand. Therefore, cellulose man-made fibers are an excellent complement to cotton, as these fibers have similar properties. The main manufacturing processes for man-made cellulose textile fibers are the viscose process, in which cellulose is dissolved with alkali […]
Dementia: WHO issues plan for research into seventh leading cause of death
Dementia is one of the biggest health challenges of our generation. “Although dementia is the seventh leading cause of death worldwide, dementia research accounts for less than 1.5 percent of all health research output,” said Dr. Soumya SwaminathanWHO chief scientist. “Unfortunately, we are lagging behind in implementing the Global Action Plan for Dementia Public Health […]
Finland’s economic forecasts for 2023
From slot games to sports and a lively music scene, the choice is endless. Everyone who calls Finland home knows that this is only possible thanks to the country’s traditionally stable economy. However, recent times have brought murky waters to Finland’s economic prospects – but what can be in store for the year 2023? The […]
Norway for first-time visitors
Is it time for you to book your summer holiday? Forget the scorching beaches and sweaty towels. We have found a new destination for you. It is time to visit Norway, the land of fjords and mountains. A place to enjoy nature, rich culture and unforgettable hospitality. Where should you start? With an abundance of […]
Crazier than Christmas: Don’t give up!
Hi! My name is Vivienne.” You say hello, I say goodbyeI worked my way around the small group, introducing myself to them one by one and receiving a name in response. Very soon I found myself back with my friend and we talked until I decided it was time to leave, walked around the small […]
Don’t miss ‘Taste & Feel Portugal’ or you’ll be green with envy
Have you ever noticed that ‘verde’, the Danish word for ‘world’, is the Portuguese word for ‘green’? Given our quest for a greener world, it’s no wonder that Denmark and Portugal are such spirits! READ MORE: Another sizzling Portugal vs Denmark, but this time in the kitchen, not the Euro! Some classic Portuguese staplesFrom its […]
You deserved more than 64: nice to know you, old chap
I first met Stephen Gadd in the summer of 2015, although it turned out that we had been to some of the same events – the opening of the ill-fated The Red Lion, for example – and many of the same bars, particularly Charlie’s, where he was a much-loved regular with his own vessel and […]
SAS is canceling several flights in the coming months
Over 9,000 aircraft were scrappedNow there is more bad news for SAS after revelations from the aviation media check-in.dk that the airline has been forced to cancel a further 1,700 flights in September and October. The reason is still a staff shortage, and of the 1,700 scrapped flights, 300 were due to depart from Copenhagen […]
Function: More Swedes are seeking food aid in the midst of sky-high inflation
by Patrick Ekstrand, Fu Yiming STOCKHOLM, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) — As food prices continue to rise, more and more people in Sweden, a Nordic country known for its well-developed welfare system, are seeking help with daily food. Since last spring, more and more Swedes have found themselves struggling with sky-high food prices and have seen […]
Estonia and Finland demand a ban on tourists from Russia
TALLINN, Estonia: The leaders of Estonia and Finland have said Russian citizens should not be able to go on holiday in Europe while the Russian government attacks Ukraine, stressing that other European countries should stop issuing tourist visas to Russians. This week, Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas wrote on Twitter that “visiting Europe is a […]
What is A-Kasse in Denmark?
A-kasse is a Danish term that refers to an association of white-collar workers. The name is derived from the word arbejdskasse, which translates to “work box”. To become a member of an A-kasse, you must be employed in Denmark and pay tax in the country. A-kasse are regulated by the Danish government and are obliged […]
Inflation in Finland is almost 8 percent in July
The general price level in Finland rose by 7.8 percent year-on-year in July. The last time Finland’s inflation was at the same level was in the 1980s. The latest increase follows a general inflationary trend that is being accelerated by the lasting economic effects of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. On Monday, Statistics Finland published July’s […]
India Day 2022 Helsinki – Everything you need to know
Although this was a major success for the first time, the history of India Day in the Finnish capital was just beginning, and in 2018 and 2019 it was moved to the famous Kaisaniemi Park as an open-air venue for events and celebrations, which anticipates an amazing 25,000 participants. The next hosting of this event […]
The Perseid meteor shower can be seen in the Finnish sky
The Perseid meteor shower – an annual celestial event that can produce up to 70 shooting stars per hour – can be seen in the Finnish sky on Friday evening and Saturday morning. "This year the weather forecast looks pretty good, with clear skies between Friday and Saturday night. You should hit the field as […]
Lars von Trier has Parkinson’s disease
Lars von Trier has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 66. Zentropa, the producer of all his films, confirmed the news today in a press release that had the Danish film director’s blessing. It indicated that Von Trier will therefore give very few interviews in connection with his latest project, the third […]
“Holiday postcard” – an art competition for children
Polish bookstore in Iceland Polishbooks.is has the honor to once again invite children to participate in an art competition. The organizers and sponsors of the competition would like to take a colorful journey to places where you could spend your free time during the holidays. Referring to your imagination, we would like to revive the […]
The murder of Lisa Holm
At home in the villa, the parents are waiting and when Lisa doesn’t show up, they start looking. At Kinnekulle, the moped remains with the key in the lock. When there is a week left until the summer vacation, the friends learn that Lisa is missing, they try to understand what could have happened and […]
EU sanctions do not target ordinary Russians, the European Commission tells HS
Helsingin Sanomat asked the European Commission whether the bloc of 27 countries could make a joint decision to suspend the issuance of tourist visas to Russia, which has recently received a lot of support in Finland. Many Finns have complained that Russians can travel to Finland and other parts of Europe while Russia continues its […]
Danish News Round-Up: Extra spicy, but not in a good way
A brand of tortilla chips is being withdrawn from sale due to the risk that they have been contaminated with higher than normal doses of atropine and scopolamine. Paulig is recalling all packages of its organic Santa Maria Tortilla Chips with an expiration date of March 30, 2023 or earlier. Unwelcome additionSmall doses of atropine […]
Danish news overview: Denmark on board with EU gas cuts, but convinced that it will manage on its own supply
The news that Russia is drastically reducing its gas supply to Germany – from tomorrow down to 33 cubic meters per day, a fifth of the capacity of 167 million – should not worry Danish consumers too much, according to the Danish Energy Agency. On 11 July, it confirmed to CPH POST that Denmark is […]
What the first Russian roller coaster looked like
In the 18th century, Russian empress Catherine the Great hosted a huge sleigh ride at her country residence outside St. Petersburg. And it looked amazing! Catherine the Great knew how to party! In Oranienbaum, not far from the official Peterhof rural residence, she had her “own dacha”. Well, it’s not the kind of dacha you […]
Traffic picks up at Russian border crossings
Southeastern Finland’s border crossings have reported a slight increase in traffic over the weekend as Russia waived Covid restrictions. Since Friday, the number of crossings has increased by about 10 percent. On both Saturday and Sunday, around 7,000-8,000 people crossed the border from Russia to Finland. About 80 percent of those who crossed were Russian […]
Tour operators report strong demand for last-minute summer package tours
The recent cool, wet weather has caused many Finns to seek escapes to sunnier climates. Tour operators say this summer’s remaining supply is tight due to high demand as travel restrictions are eased. They report that there are only a few departures left for southern destinations at the end of July. "This summer, the demand […]
Biden in Saudi Arabia, Greenlandic football and half of the oceans’ corals have died
Pope to Canada to apologize to Indigenous people At the end of next week, Pope Francis will travel to Canada to apologize to the indigenous peoples for the abuses suffered by students at Catholic boarding schools. For more than 100 years, the Canadian state has split the families of indigenous peoples by forcibly placing children […]
Russia’s attack on Ukraine can be seen on berry farms
Last year, 13,870 seasonal work certificates were issued, of which 13,287 were for Ukrainians. Most seasonal work certificates are issued annually during the spring and summer. “The number of applications submitted is less than a third compared to last year. Russia’s attack on Ukraine clearly affects the number of seasonal workers, as most of them […]
Inflation in Finland accelerates to 7.8 percent in June
“Since last December, the prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages have increased by 10 percent, light fuel oils by 76 percent, diesel and gasoline by 42 percent, and electricity by 22 percent – in no more than six months,” comment Kristiina Nieminensenior statistician from Statistics Finland. Consumer prices are also rising rapidly in other parts […]
While negotiations continue, SAS loses close to 100 million every day
After almost ten hours of negotiations yesterday, SAS and its pilots are back at the negotiating table today. After yesterday’s talks, Roger Klokset, chairman of SAS Pilot Group, said told TV2 he was “more or less optimistic.” This morning, when asked if an agreement will be reached today, he said replied: “I do not know. […]
Finnish inflation approaches 8 percent in June
Inflation continued to grow in June and rose to 7.9 percent, according to Statistics Finland. In May, the corresponding figure was 7.0 percent. The upward trend was especially reflected in energy and food prices, says the number cruncher. "Since December of last year, the prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages have risen by 10 percent, […]
Are period trackers still safe to use?
However, the criminalization of abortion raises legitimate concerns about the privacy of period trackers to a much higher level. Cybersecurity experts warn that data collected from these apps could potentially be used to punish anyone seeking an abortion if subpoenaed or sold to a third party. This discussion also draws attention to how sensitive data […]
Copen ‘with the Kids: Six must-do family activities this summer
Despite the somewhat capricious weather, the summer seems to have landed within our Danish borders. And with the school holidays just around the corner, here’s a summary of six absolute activities for the whole family this summer. The hill – a whimsical day outOften overshadowed (in my opinion) by Tivoli, its more prominent counterpart, the […]
Straight, No Chaser: The silence is deafening
In the last month, there has been a stream of articles and a TV2 documentary about Herlufsholm, the country’s oldest and most famous school, which was founded in 1135 by the Danish sea hero Herluf Trolle and his wife. # RectorAlso!In the spirit of #MeToo, various alumni have come out of the woodwork to tell […]
To avoid an environment of bullying, are Prince Christian’s people seriously considering the British private school system?
Most internationals, especially Britons, are often struck by how little bullying there is in schools in Denmark. Hardly any nickname or nicknames, or loud cheers when someone drops a plate, instead it’s all empathy and equality. Any conversation that compares notes with Danish parents tends to reflect David Mamet’s legendary remarks to the 1986 film […]
Danish news: Despite the extended deadline, 40,000 tax forms from companies in Denmark are still missing
The Danish Tax Agency has said in a press release that there is still a lack of 40,000 accounting forms from companies in Denmark. The deadline, this morning, was postponed after operational problems last week at Nets – the company behind national services such as Dankort and NemID. According to the agency, these issues have […]
Roskilde 2022: A week’s waste and the work to stop it
It’s a fine line between irony and hypocrisy, and with climate skeptics and deniers always ready to throw themselves out, it’s a line often followed by environmentalists to balance their ideals with reality of their own CO2 footprint. Roskilde Festival, the iconic Danish music festival, follows that line at an organizational level. Although the organizers […]
Drowning claimed 18 lives in June
According to preliminary information from the Swimming Teaching and Lifesaving Association (SUH), a total of 18 people drowned in June in various parts of Finland. Five of the deaths occurred in connection with water transport and six were related to swimming. However, the sequence of events was still unclear for seven deaths. Five people drowned […]
Felicia Nestler
Felicia Nestler growing up in a safe family where the parents’ divorce comes as a surprise. Her father meets a new woman, and father and daughter continue to meet on weekends and school holidays. When the father is found drowned and the police suspect that he has been killed, Felicia Nestler ends up in the […]
The head of health urges Finns to reduce alcohol consumption as the shortage of healthcare personnel worsens
The shortage of personnel in social and health care has worsened during the summer, when employers have not been able to recruit enough personnel to cover vacation trips. Markus HenrikssonThe director general of Valvira, the supervisory authority for the social and health sector, told Yle that the problems are "serious". "Normally, during the summer season, […]
Books for Icelandic Summer
When embarking on a trip around Iceland, it is worth looking at several items. This year, among the books recommended to Icelanders for holidays, there is also a story by Ewa Marcinek. Moonstone: The Boy Who Never Was by Sjón Sjón is the king of Scandinavian magical realism. He is also the author of screenplays […]
Imports and exports of goods also apply to individuals crossing the Finnish-Russian border
Both imports to Finland and exports to Russia are restricted The entry restrictions that were in force at Finland’s external borders due to the coronavirus pandemic will be lifted on June 30, and from July 1, the health security situation will return to the pre-pandemic situation. However, the EU’s sanctions against Russia affect customs operations, […]
Bikes4Ukraine: Donate your bike to help those in need!
Have you ever noticed one of the annoying pieces of plastic on your bike just in time to stop it from being thrown out? You were lucky: The average backyard in Copenhagen throws out 20 every time it has a cleanup. So it is not surprising that the Danish public discards 400,000 bicycles every year. […]
Denmark potentially in the firing line for five mosquito-borne diseases, warns researcher
Rift Valley Fever, West Nile Fever and Japanese Encephalitis – they sound so exotic, don’t they? As if they were the last things you would ever catch in Denmark. Ditto rabbit fever and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Outside of a poorly run children’s zoo, this does not sound plausible. But according to an academic at the […]
Alchemy at work! Copenhagen’s restaurant named Europe’s best once again
For the second year in a row, it is the Copenhagen eatery Alchemist has been voted the best restaurant in Europe by the well-known eating survey Opinionated About Dining (OAD). This is the latest in a series of results for Alchemist, after being the first Danish restaurant ever to top the OAD list last year. […]
Finnish rail traffic was disrupted due to delays in the bridge renewal project
“Demolition of the old bridge took longer than expected” Maija LavapuroThe project manager from the Finnish Transport Agency told YLE on Monday. The state railway company VR replaced the train traffic between Tampere and Toijala with buses, but in Hämeenlinna, Parkano, Tampere and Toijala, trains with a total of 4,000 passengers were stuck for hours. […]
Icelanders do not have the patience to listen to foreign accents
Eiríkur Rögnvaldsson, Emeritus Professor in the Department of Icelandic Language at the University of Iceland, has taught Icelandic grammar at the University of Iceland for over 30 years. It encourages Icelanders to be patient with foreigners who speak Icelandic with an imperfect or strong foreign accent. This year he was pleased with the speech of […]
This week’s editorial: The new normal
The war in Ukraine is no longer front page news in Denmark. But the war is still going on and growing in ferocity as more heavy weapons are placed at the front. The Russians knock missiles and artillery into enemy positions; the Ukrainians are waiting for heavy weapons to arrive and retaliate. There does not […]
Track work delays holiday train traffic
The track work, which will be completed on Sunday afternoon in South-Central Finland, was delayed, which could cause chaos for thousands of tourists returning from the Midsummer weekend party. State Railways VR announced with only 15 minutes’ notice that trains between Tampere and Toijala will be replaced by buses from 3 p.m. VR also stopped […]
Summer Holiday Round-Up: It Looks Like a Heatwave on the Way!
Temperatures appear to rise up to 27 degrees in Copenhagen on Friday and then hover around the 24-degree mark both Saturday and Sunday, according to Norwegian weather forecasts år.nrwhich is largely considered to be the Nordic region’s best weather place. While Friday will be quite windy, the rest of the week ahead will be relatively […]
Thursday’s newspapers: courage and perseverance, forest fire warnings, banned from parliament
The cost of living in Finland will rise, and this Thursday Helsingin sanomat newspaper interviews the Minister of Finance Annika Saarikko (Cen) government’s difficult decisions in this exceptional situation. The country’s consumer prices rose by seven per cent year-on-year in May as euro area inflation peaked. "The coming months will be difficult, ”the minister acknowledged, […]
Minister of Health: Worst shortage of nurses in 15 years – but "the system has not collapsed"
The social and health system will survive this summer despite staff shortages, Minister of Family and Social Affairs Who is Linden (SDP) told Yle on Wednesday. He noted that many municipalities have had serious difficulty finding enough temporary workers to replace full-time staff during the summer holidays. "For the most part, it works; the care […]
Eurostat: Alcohol prices in Finland the highest in the EU last year
In Finland, the prices of alcoholic beverages were the highest in the EU last year, according to a price comparison program coordinated by Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical office. According to the study, the price of alcohol in Finland was 120 per cent higher than the EU average in 2021. This is a significant increase […]
Goods trigger racial controversy in the United States
From t-shirts to watermelon salads, corporate America’s response to the recent federal holiday has generated backlash With “Juneteenth” now a federal holiday, US retailers have taken the opportunity to buy products that mark black freedom. But activists say some of these products miss the mark, while others are racist. President Joe Biden officially recognized June […]
John Lennon – The Beatles, Yoko and the Murder
It’s Thanksgiving in 1974 in the large Madison Square Garden concert venue in New York. For over an hour and a half, a man has been anxiously circulating backstage. He has beige platform shoes, dark blue flared trousers and a black jacket. And soon it’s his turn to give up on stage. He has just […]
At the house: holiday home rental in Copenhagen is a good deal
Copenhagen may be one of the best cities in Europe to host an Airbnb, according to an analysis by Uswitch, a price comparison service based in the UK. Copenhagen came in sixth place in terms of total earnings, which gave the city’s Airbnb hosts an average monthly turnover of 6,351 euros – about 47,000 kroner. […]
Merch for a new holiday in the US triggers racial controversy
From t-shirts to watermelon salads, corporate America’s response to the recent federal holiday has generated backlash With “Juneteenth” now a federal holiday, US retailers have taken the opportunity to buy products that mark black freedom. But activists say some of these products miss the mark, while others are racist. President Joe Biden officially recognized June […]
The best online casino bonuses in Denmark
Over the last 10 years or more, the opportunities for online gambling have steadily increased. Here in Denmark, too, the Danes have welcomed the trend, and many are diligent but responsible players. If you have never visited an online casino to play, it is easier than ever to get into the exciting world. Denmark offers […]
