Danes and Finns top poll for student civic knowledge
Danish and Finnish students have been given top marks when it comes to civic knowledge, leading a poll of 38 countries. Eighth-graders in the two Nord...
Swede arrested in cocaine car smuggling plot
A Swedish man has been arrested in the US on suspicion of being part of a major cocaine smuggling ring. The 47-year-old, who has not been named, is ac...
Small primary schools facing the axe in Denmark
Eight out of ten primary schools in Denmark could face closure or mergers if the government follows recommendations made by an expert panel. According...
Danish public opinion turns against the euro
A clear majority of Danes are against joining the euro, despite widespread approval of the move last month. According to a survey by Danske Bank, 55 p...
Three die in tourist tractor accident off the coast of Denmark
Three people have died and a further 36 were injured in a tractor bus accident off Mando Island in Denmark. Rescue services from both Denmark and Germ...
Controversial download service making ripples Denmark
The news that a popular Swedish web service will soon be available in Denmark has come as music to the ears of download fans. Despite attempts by a co...
Danish employers call for law change to sack pregnant staff
Danish bosses want a change in legislation to allow them to fire pregnant workers, a new survey reveals. Expectant women should not receive preferenti...
Danish mother superior in nun death probe
A Roman Catholic mother superior may be questioned by Danish police in connection with the death of an elderly nun almost 20 years ago. Mother Superio...