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Denmark sees ‘society-wide infection’ with Omicron variant, health minister isolates in Brussels after testing positive

COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -The new Omicron coronavirus variant has spread across Denmark, health authorities said after registering large outbreaks of the variant in the east and west of the country. Denmark…

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Denmark tightens fiscal policy with 2022 budget deal

COPENHAGEN, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Denmark's Social Democratic government on Monday reached a budget agreement for 2022 with supporting parties, which it said was fiscally tighter than previously announced in…

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Denmark reports record daily COVID-19 infection numbers, Passengers from Doha or Dubai must take mandatory COVID-19 test

Denmark reported a record number of new daily coronavirus infections on Wednesday, data from the country's Serum Institute showed. The Nordic country, which has already confirmed some cases of the…

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Danish concert-goer confirmed infected with Omicron variant

COPENHAGEN, Dec 1 (Reuters) - A person infected with the new Omicron coronavirus variant participated in a large concert on Saturday, the Danish Patient Safety Authority said on Wednesday. The…

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Omicron variant detected in more countries as scientists race to find answers

By Elizabeth Piper and Toby Sterling LONDON/AMSTERDAM, Nov 28 (Reuters) - The Omicron coronavirus variant spread around the world on Sunday, with new cases found in the Netherlands, Denmark and…

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Denmark registers Omicron variant in two travelers from South Africa

COPENHAGEN, Nov 28 (Reuters) - Denmark has registered two cases of the new Omicron coronavirus variant in travelers from South Africa, the country’s infectious disease authority said in a statement…

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Danish frigate uses lethal force against pirates in Gulf of Guinea

COPENHAGEN, Nov 25 (Reuters) - A Danish frigate has killed four pirates in waters south of Nigeria in an operation aimed at ensuring safe shipping in the Gulf of Guinea,…

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Denmark’s ruling party loses ground in local polls amid mink cull probe

Denmark's ruling Social Democratic Party, popular for its early lockdowns in the coronavirus pandemic, lost support in Tuesday's municipal elections, results show, as it faces a probe into its handling…

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Denmark proposes corona pass mandate for workers

COPENHAGEN, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Denmark on Friday proposed to fast-track legislation allowing workplaces to mandate a digital "corona pass" for employees in its latest measure to curb a third…

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Denmark to impose COVID-19 isolation for travellers from Singapore

SINGAPORE, Nov 11 (Reuters) - Denmark will impose self-isolation requirements on travellers from Singapore, its embassy in the city-state said on Thursday, following a surge in COVID-19 infections. Singapore was…

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EPA’s Eye In The Sky: Saeland, Denmark

An aerial view taken with a drone shows autumn leaf-colored trees near Koege in the middle part of Saeland, Denmark. Photo: EPA-EFE/MADS CLAUS RASMUSSEN

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Russia says Denmark detains its research vessel

Danish authorities have detained a Russian research vessel and seized the ship's documents, Russia's embassy in Copenhagen said on Thursday. Russian RIA news agency reported that 61 people were on…

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Danske Bank suspends all debt collection in Denmark

COPENHAGEN, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Danske Bank said on Wednesday it would suspend all debt collection in Denmark until issues relating to an over-collection of debt case that has led…

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EPA’s Eye in the Sky: Zealand, Denmark

A picture taken with a drone of a late summer morning shrouded in fog near Tureby on Zealand, Denmark. Via EPA-EFE/Mads Claus Rasmussen

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Inter Milan Christian Eriksen unable to play for club after cardiac arrest during Euro2020

Christian Eriksen is not permitted to play in Italy this season as a result of the cardiac arrest he suffered at Euro 2020, say his club Inter Milan. The Denmark…

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Photo Story: Truck falls off ferry at Hvalpsund, Denmark

A container is hoisted up after a truck drove off the ferry Mary at Hvalpsund Harbor, Denmark. The driver of the truck that was going with the ferry across the…

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EPA’s Eye In The Sky: Thorsbjerggaard pumpkin farm in Skaelskoer, Denmark

Several varieties of pumpkins shown in the Thorsbjerggaard pumpkin farm in Skaelskoer, Denmark. Thorsbjerggaard has been cultivating pumpkins for about 15 years. In total, the farm produces approximately 1 million…

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Scandinavian airlines abolish mask requirement on regional flights

Oslo (dpa) – From Monday, four Scandiavian airlines will no longer require travellers flying between Denmark, Norway and Sweden to wear masks on board their aircraft. SAS, Norwegian, Wideroe and Flyr are all…

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Denmark to ban violent offenders from night-life ‘no go’ zones

Police in Copenhagen have set up four "no go" zones aimed at barring violent offenders from popular night-life areas in a bid to reduce violence in a country known for…

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Sweden, Denmark pause Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for younger age groups

STOCKHOLM, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Sweden and Denmark said on Wednesday they are pausing the use of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for younger age groups after reports of possible rare side…

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Sweden to deepen military ties with Norway, Denmark, Swedish TV reports

STOCKHOLM, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Sweden will sign a defence cooperation agreement with Norway and Denmark this week to counter a deteriorating security situation in the Baltic region, Sweden's TV4…

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Vestas to shut plants in Spain, Germany and Denmark

Wind turbine maker Vestas said on Monday it would cease production at three plants in Spain, Germany and Denmark as part of the integration of its onshore and offshore business.…

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Depay at the double as Dutch cruise to win over Montenegro

Memphis Depay scored twice to guide the Netherlands to a first win following the return of coach Louis van Gaal with an empahtic 4-0 victory over Montenegro in their World…

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European Commission disburses €201 million in pre-financing to Denmark

The European Commission has today disbursed €201 million (1.5 billion kr.) to Denmark in pre-financing, equivalent to 13% of the country's financial allocation under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).…

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Denmark sees quicker economic recovery from COVID-19 impact

Denmark's government on Monday raised its economic growth forecast for this year and trimmed it for 2022, as it expects the recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to…

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Denmark, Costa Rica seek alliance to speed up the end of oil and gas

Denmark and Costa Rica are trying to forge an alliance of countries willing to fix a date to phase out oil and gas production and to stop giving permits for…

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Denmark to lift all remaining Covid restrictions on 10 September

Denmark is to lift all its remaining Covid-19 restrictions by 10 September after the health ministry declared the virus “no longer a critical threat to society” because of the country’s…

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Medics who saved Eriksen at Euros to receive UEFA President’s Award

(Reuters) - The medical staff who saved Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen's life at the European Championship in June are set to receive the UEFA President's Award, Europe's soccer governing body…

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Denmark to recommend COVID-19 booster for vulnerable

Danes with weak immune systems such as cancer patients receiving chemotherapy, or those with organ transplants, will soon be recommended to get a COVID-19 vaccine booster, the Danish Health Authority…

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Photo Shop: Giant Zeppelin airship at Roskilde Airport

People look at the German zeppelin airship 'Goodyear Blimp' as it is fixed at Roskilde Airport, Denmark. The airship was supposed to fly trips with guests but had to stays…

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Photo Story: The largest sandcastle in the world

Children look at what is reported to be the world's largest sandcastle, that has been built in the parking lot at Skulpturparken in Blokhus, Denmark. During the summer, thousands of…

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Combining AstraZeneca and mRNA COVID-19 vaccines is effective – Danish study

COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Combining AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine with a second dose from either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna's jab provides "good protection", Denmark's State Serum Institute said on Monday. A growing number…

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Kurt Westergaard, Danish cartoonist behind Muhammad cartoon, dies at 86

Kurt Westergaard, a Danish cartoonist whose caricature of the Prophet Muhammad outraged many Muslims worldwide, has died at the age of 86. His family said he died after a long…

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England into Euros final after ending Danish dream run

LONDON, July 7 (Reuters) - England and their long-suffering fans finally have the chance to add another trophy to the 1966 World Cup after they overcame Denmark 2-1 in extra-time…

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Denmark reach Euro semis after proving too strong for Czechs

BAKU, July 3 (Reuters) - Denmark's rousing Euro 2020 campaign continued as they beat the Czech Republic 2-1 on Saturday to reach the semi-finals thanks to first-half strikes from Thomas…

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Danish fairy tale continues as they beat Wales 4-0

Forward Kasper Dolberg struck in each half while Joakim Maehle and Martin Braithwaite also got in on the act late on as Denmark overpowered Wales to win 4-0 and reach…

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Denmark continues exclusion of J&J, AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines

Danish health authorities said on Friday that COVID-19 vaccines from AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson would remain excluded from Denmark's vaccine roll-out following a review of new safety data. "The…

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Copenhagen tops Monocle’s list of best cities for quality of life

Copenhagen has topped media outlet Monocle’s list of the world’s best cities for quality of life, the fourth time Denmark’s capital has won the honour since the survey began in…

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Fairytale for Denmark as rout of Russia puts them in last 16

Despair turned to exhilaration for Denmark as they claimed an astonishing 4-1 victory over Russia to scramble into the last 16 of Euro 2020 on a head-spinning night in Copenhagen…

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Denmark’s Eriksen discharged from hospital

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen was discharged from hospital on Friday following treatment after his cardiac arrest on the pitch during a European Championship game last weekend. The Danish football federation…

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UPDATED: Denmark to immunize 12-15 year-olds against COVID-19 ahead of winter

Denmark will offer COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 12-15 after the adult population has been inoculated to boost its overall immunity against the virus ahead of the winter, health authorities…

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Denmark’s Eriksen to get heart pacemaker

Denmark's Christian Eriksen will get a heart starter device implanted after his collapse during Denmark's Euro 2020 opener on Saturday, the team's national team doctor said in a statement on…

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Eriksen says he feels OK, expresses appreciation towards fans for support

Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen posted his first photo since the terrible episode which last Saturday saw him collapse on the ground after a cardiac arrest during a EURO2020 match against…

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Danish players lament ‘no third option’ for match after Eriksen’s collapse

Danish players expressed dissatisfaction on Monday at the position they were put in after team mate Christian Eriksen's collapse during their Euro 2020 opener on Saturday, having to decide whether…

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Denmark doctor says Eriksen ‘was gone’ after ‘cardiac arrest’

Denmark's team doctor said Christian Eriksen "was gone" after suffering a "cardiac arrest" during Denmark's Euro 2020 opener against Finland on Saturday. "He was gone; we did cardiac resuscitation, it…

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Eriksen’s former cardiologist says he had no history of heart concerns

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen, who was hospitalised after collapsing during his side's Euro 2020 opener against Finland on Saturday, had no prior heart issues during his time with Premier League…

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Finland beat Denmark but game overshadowed by Eriksen collapse

Finland claimed a shock 1-0 Euro 2020 victory over Denmark in their first major tournament appearance on Saturday, but the match was overshadowed by Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen requiring emergency…

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Reactions to collapse of Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen

Quotes on Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen, who is in stable condition in hospital after collapsing on the pitch during his team's European Championship match against Finland on Saturday. "Christian Eriksen…

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UPDATE – Denmark’s Eriksen conscious in hospital after collapsing at Euro 2020

UPDATE 2144 - Finland won the match 1 - 0. The winning goal came from Pohjanpalo. UPDATE - Following the request made by players of both teams, UEFA has agreed…

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Denmark says Russian aircraft violated its airspace twice

Denmark's defense ministry said there had been two Russian violations of Danish airspace on Friday near the Baltic Sea island of Bornholm. "(It is) completely unacceptable that Russian planes violate…

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UPDATED: Denmark ditches masks

Denmark will ditch the use of masks and allow 9,000 more fans to attend European Championship soccer matches in Copenhagen, its government said on Thursday, under a deal to ease…

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U.N. refugee agency scorns Denmark’s law on asylum claims

The U.N. refugee agency has voiced strong opposition to a law passed by Denmark's parliament that would allow processing of claims lodged by asylum seekers outside Europe, calling it an…

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Denmark passes law to process asylum seekers outside Europe

Denmark on Thursday passed a law enabling it to process asylum seekers outside Europe, drawing anger from human rights advocates, the United Nations and the European Commission. The wealthy Scandinavian…

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UPDATED: Germany seeks clarification on report U.S. spied on Merkel

The German government is following up on a report that the United States used a partnership with Denmark to spy on senior officials of neighbouring countries, including German Chancellor Angela…

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Airline SAS gets $361 million loan guarantee from Denmark, Sweden

Sweden and Denmark said they had agreed to offer ailing airline SAS, in which both countries own stakes, a 3 billion Swedish crown ($361 million) loan guarantee. The COVID-19 pandemic…

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Booming Danish housing market raises concerns- central bank

A booming Danish housing market is raising concern about bank credit risks linked to mortgage loans, and lending rules might need to be tightened, the central bank said on Thursday.…

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Denmark, Norway study finds slightly raised blood clot rates after Astra COVID shot

A study in Denmark and Norway has found slightly increased rates of vein blood clots among people who have had a first dose of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, including clots in…

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