Victoria Kjær Theilvig has made history as the first Danish woman to win the Miss Universe crown, defeating contestants from Nigeria and Mexico in a spectacular final held in Mexico City. Her victory marks a significant moment for Denmark and Europe in the prestigious pageant.
Ryanair has announced an expanded winter schedule for Copenhagen, adding four new destinations, but faces a potential roadblock in the form of a proposed Danish Aviation Tax. The airline argues that the tax would stifle growth and harm Denmark’s competitiveness, urging the government to follow Sweden’s example and scrap the plan.
Martin Zubimendi scored his first international goal, a deflected shot that slipped past Kasper Schmeichel, to give Spain a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Denmark in the Nations League. Spain, missing several key players, dominated possession but struggled to break down the Danish defense until Zubimendi’s late strike secured the three points.
Rail Europe, a leading platform for European train bookings, has announced the expansion of its services to include Deutsche Bahn (DB) connections to Denmark. This new partnership significantly expands cross-border travel options for both business and leisure travelers, opening up access to new routes and destinations across Europe.
Sweden and Denmark have joined forces to bid for the hosting rights of the 2029 Women’s European Championship. They aim to create the biggest and most well-attended tournament in history, inspiring more girls to pursue football. This bid follows similar announcements from Germany and Portugal, with UEFA set to make a decision in December 2025.
Marriott Bonvoy’s Element by Westin brand is expanding its reach, opening its first Danish location in Esbjerg in early 2025. Core Hospitality is rebranding the existing A Place To hotel, offering guests a modern and wellness-focused stay experience.
Croatia secured a 1-0 victory over Poland in the UEFA Nations League, thanks to a brilliant free-kick from Luka Modric. Meanwhile, Denmark dominated Serbia with a 2-0 win, led by Yussuf Poulsen’s spectacular bicycle kick.
Kompasbank, Denmark’s innovative digital business bank, has secured €5.5 million in funding to expand its full-service banking offerings for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This latest investment will be used to grow the bank’s lending portfolio and introduce new products and services, including leasing, overdraft facilities, foreign exchange services, transaction banking, and payment solutions. Kompasbank aims to provide SMEs with a comprehensive and personalized banking experience through its digital platform.
Denmark secured a 2-0 victory over Switzerland in the UEFA Nations League, with Patrick Dorgu scoring on his debut. Meanwhile, San Marino celebrated a historic win, defeating Liechtenstein 1-0 in their first ever competitive match victory.
A new study analyzing Viking Age skeletons reveals that individuals in Norway were significantly more likely to die from violence than those in Denmark. The researchers attribute this difference to factors such as a more decentralized government in Norway, greater emphasis on weaponry, and a less stratified social hierarchy in Denmark.
