How Denmark’s gold-standard disability pension could work in the UK

When it comes to welfare policies, many in the UK often look to Scandinavia with envy. Sweden, for instance, offers 480 days of shared parental benefit per child, and Denmark subsidises at least 75 per cent of nursery costs. Such benefits seem generous …

Olivia Smith scores late equalizer as Canada salvages 1-1 draw with Denmark

Open this photo in gallery:Denmark's Sara Thrige (2) looks on as Canada's Olivia Smith, left, scores during second half of the international friendly in Montreal, on Friday.Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press Canada’s game plan was simple when …

Akande presents credentials to Denmark’s King, begins diplomatic mission

The Nigerian Ambassador to Sweden, with concurrent accreditation to Denmark, Finland and Norway, Lola Akande has formally presented her letters of credence to King Frederik X of Denmark. Akande presented the credentials to the Danish monarch on Thursday, …

IKEA stores could become emergency shelters as Denmark prepares for crises

IKEA stores could double as shelters when disaster strikes. Credit: J.ParedesPhotos / Shutterstock An IKEA store could become somewhere to seek safety when disaster strikes. In Denmark, the furniture retailer’s stores could provide beds, meals and even …

Denmark mentions type of permit foreigners must hold to join its military service

Denmark's armed forces published the conditions under which foreign nationals living in the country can be called up for military service The rules apply to both men and women turning 18 in the qualifying year, regardless of whether they hold Danish …

Stoney wants Canada to be 'more clinical' in second friendly against Denmark

Head coach Casey Stoney wants Canada to finish more of its scoring chances when it faces Denmark in an international women’s soccer rematch Monday afternoon. The ninth-ranked Canadians will host No. 12 Denmark at Toronto’s BMO Field. Olivia Smith’s late …

IKEA stores in Denmark prepare to serve as emergency shelters

IKEA warehouse in Gentofte, Denmark. Photo: Rasmus Flindt Pedersen/Ritzau Scanpix Swedish furniture retailer IKEA is preparing its stores in Denmark to help people during major emergencies, including power outages, flooding and other crises, as …

Denmark tests humanoid robots in supermarkets to help to ease staff workload at night

Last updated: 34 minutes ago Picking up products, placing them on shelves and repeating the same movements for hours. At a Føtex supermarket near Copenhagen, robots are learning to perform one of the most time-consuming jobs in retail. Developed by Danish …

Football: Denmark ends South Forsyth's undefeated start, takes sole possession of 1st place

Denmark raises minimum salary for work permit to DKK 552,000 in 2026

Denmark published its Pay Limit Scheme threshold on 1 January 2026, setting a new annual minimum salary requirement for foreign workers The 2026 figure marks a significant jump from the previous year's threshold, reflecting the country's commitment …