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Gambling problems are increasing despite the decrease in the number of players
At the same time, according to THL, the percentage of Finns who regularly gamble fell from 78 percent in 2019 to 70 percent in the last 12 months.
Nurses get a payday
Nurses get a pay rise after their union and Danish Regions have negotiated the collective agreement for the next two years The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to all of The Copenhagen Post Our independent reporting…
Russian hackers shut down pages of several Danish traffic organizations
Copenhagen Airport and the traffic companies Movia and the Swedish Transport Agency were hit by a DDoS attack, which shut down their websites over the weekend. Emergency management chairman Jarl Vagn Hansen warned that Denmark is “hopelessly unprepared” for this kind of “hybrid threat”. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers.…
The Danish Prime Minister meets heads of government at a major Ukraine conference in Paris
Ukraine's global allies are meeting in Paris today to reaffirm their unity and determination to overcome the “war of aggression waged by Russia.” Plus, Copenhagen's M3 and M4 metro lines reopen, Ryanair announces fewer flights at higher prices this summer due to the Boeing production crisis, and a Danish oil tanker is hit by a…
THL's expert advises washing hands for 40 seconds amid the spread of the norovirus
Norovirus, which causes gastrointestinal disease, is not destroyed by alcohol hand sanitizer.
Inflation returned to a moderate level in January at 3.3 percent
“Annual inflation for 2023 averaged 6.2%, which means a significant drop from peak figures,” stated. Kristiina NieminenSenior statistician at Statistics Finland. In January, prices rose the most in consumer and mortgage interest rates, prices of international ready-made trips, district heating and property maintenance service fees. The increase in mortgage and consumer loan interest rates affected…
THL encourages people to take a nap as the winter flu epidemic continues
The efficiency rate of people aged 65 and older is around 54 percent so far this year, THL's data reveal.
VR operates half of its long-distance trains on Wednesday 14.2. – All night trains operate according to the schedule
The suspension of traffic throughout Finland on Tuesday was a precaution against wheel damage caused by track defects found in train carriages and engines. The Finnish Transport Agency inspected more than 700 kilometers of track and located the damage between Lahti and Kouvola on the Mankala-Niinimäki section. The track has now been renovated and is…
Trump's new inner circle – that's how they keep him in check
Washington Correspondent Ginna Lindberg tells the story of how Trump used to surround himself with his family and old friends and acquaintances. During his presidency, a number of people in the inner circle were fired and the situation was chaotic. Now Trump has replaced his closest advisers – with the goal of being able to…
Mayor resigns after MeToo case
Too much to drink and inappropriate behavior towards women at a party have caused Mayor Henrik Hvidesten in Ringsted to resign from his post. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to all of The Copenhagen Post…
Denmark opens an embassy and supports reforms in Moldova with DKK 44 million
The funds will support a social reform of the judiciary, anti-corruption and deoligarization to support Moldova's eventual EU membership. Plus, Denmark is starting an agricultural development program for DKK 650 in Uganda, while at home a record number of pet owners have been reported for neglect. The full version of this article is only available…
Copenhagen Fashion Week begins today
From 29 January to 2 February, Copenhagen Fashion Week brings together the leading names in the Nordic scene for five days of AW24 runways, events, talks, presentations and activations. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to…
Japanese biotech giant will bring thousands of jobs to Hillerød
FUJIFILM has opened a billion dollar factory next to Novo Nordisk. “The region has become an ecosystem for pharmaceutical companies,” says Dansk Industri. In addition, record numbers are being referred to private hospitals, your pension payment may be earlier than you think, and a body has been found under the ice in a North Zealand…
Doja Cat, Ice Spice, J Hus and more announced for Roskilde Festival 2024
The 35 acts dropped today also include Jungle, Lankum, Nia Archives, Brutalismus 3000 and Khruangbin, as well as artists for the art program. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to all of The Copenhagen Post Our…
Finland's employment remains strong despite the increase in unemployment
This simultaneous increase in both employment and unemployment means an increase in the labor force, which effectively offsets the harmful effects of growing unemployment on total employment. The trend of the employment rate of 20-64 year olds was 77.5%, while the more traditional employment rate of 15-64 year olds was 73.1%. Although there was a…
Skeptics and supporters: New rules for healthcare workers outside the EU spark debate
A broad new agreement to attract skilled non-EU workers to the Danish healthcare system is being rolled out. The government says it is proactive, unions are excited, the Danish People's Party says they are playing “Russian Roulette” with vulnerable Danes, and the media is puzzled as to why some non-EU countries are better than others.…
The metro is closed for two weeks in February – tunnels built to keep Copenhagen dry
The news is underground today. While floods are once again haunting the coasts of North Zealand, a huge tunnel project is underway to ensure a dry capital. Commuters, beware, two subway lines will close in February and annual report season will begin. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a…
International welcomed with open arms to work in healthcare
There is a shortage of labor in health and elderly care in Denmark. Politicians have agreed to relax the requirements in order to attract more internationals to come and care for elderly Danes The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password?…
Copenhagen Gaming Week puts Denmark on the consumer technology map
The 12,500-strong international event points to a Danish consumer technology industry that is booming. It featured computer games, digital and physical sports, cosplay, board games, e-sports and a Counter-Strike 2 tournament. In addition, a Danish short film has been nominated for an Oscar, and Iceland may drop out of Eurovision if Israel participates. The full…
The government drops the requirement for a bank account for skilled professionals outside the EU
A new bill will allow specialists outside the EU to register a home address without a Danish bank account. The requirement that foreign workers quit their jobs while a new residence permit is being processed is also abolished. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here:…
Increased mortality rates in Finland in November 2023 related to COVID-19 and the aging of the population
This is calculated by comparing the number of deaths in a given month to the average monthly death rate from 2016 to 2019. According to this metric, Finland's excess mortality was higher in November than in any other country monitored by Eurostat. Seppo KoskinenThe research professor at the Institute of Health and Welfare (THL) stated…
Despite a lot of rain – 2023 was wonderful in Tivoli
Tivoli could celebrate its 180th birthday in 2023. It was a good year despite periods of bad weather and a large drop in visitors from Sweden and Norway. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to all…
Dua Lipa shares love of Copenhagen: “one of my favorite cities to visit”
The English-Albanian singer songwriter has written a tribute to the Danish capital in his lifestyle magazine Service95. These are her five best places to eat in the city. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to all…
Employment in Denmark continues to rise – economists predict a peak
Production is falling, but employment is still rising. It's an unsustainable trend: “Employers are hoarding labour,” says one economist. Plus, the foreign minister is in Brussels for marathon Middle East talks, Denmark is getting its own version of 'The Crown' about Queen Margrethe, and steakhouse Jensen's Bøfhus is caught in the crossfire of an environmental…
Ethnic minorities experience discrimination in the bank – survey
4 out of 10 with a minority background believe that they are refused a loan because of their ethnicity. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to all of The Copenhagen Post Our independent reporting can only…
More young children in daycare after new parental leave law
More babies aged six to 11 months are being enrolled in day care after a 2022 law change resulted in more equal but reduced overall parental leave. Day care managers are concerned about the added pressure, while child psychologists say the developmental effects on the children are still unknown. The full version of this article…
A first of its kind network for integration professionals in Denmark
The group consists of Denmark's most talented experts in cultural, social and professional integration. It is the change makers who push the boundaries of cross-cultural success in the workplace. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access to…
Right now: The ladies' first slalom race
AlpineWorld Cup09.30/12.15 Slalom ladies (Jonas Enarson and Tobias Hellman)10.30/13.30 Men's slalom (Malin Rimfors) SkisWomen's and Men's World Cup10.50 Ladies' relay (Johan Bengts, Hanna Falk and Sigge Sanner)13.10 Men's relay (Johan Bengts, Hanna Falk and Sigge Sanner) BiathlonWorld Cup12.30 Mass start men (Alexander Lundholm and Uschi Disl)14.45 Mass start ladies (Alexander Lundholm and Uschi Disl) Ice…
No more cleaning from Nordic Waste – owner and billionaire creates a climate fund
One of Denmark's richest and most silent men, Torben Østergaard-Nielsen, has declared his company bankrupt. At the same time, he is investing DKK 100 million in a new climate fund The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password? Get unlimited access…
Relatives will find it easier to come to Denmark
On Thursday, the government sent a draft law for consultation. It will relax the rules for family reunification. According to Ekstra Bladet, the new rules are expected to come into force in July 2024. For several years, the media have described several strange decisions that have made it impossible for a Dane and an international.…
Pernille Vermund joins Alex Vanoplasgh – pursuing the dream of a right-wing government
Pernille Vermund made a virtue of being more critical of internationals than the Danish People's Party. Now she has dropped her own party, Nye Borgerlige, and joined the Liberal Alliance. Her goal is to prevent wasted votes for the right wing The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber,…