Candidate Proposes Halting Sydhavnen Construction Project
A mayoral candidate has proposed halting the massive construction project in Sydhavnen, as announced on March 31, 2025. Details remain scarce, with only brief mentions in local media like TV 2 Kosmopol. Anyone wanting the juicy details might need to—gasp!—actually follow local news or contact sources directly.
Le Pen Guilty: Faces Office Ban, Prison
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been found guilty of misusing EU funds, receiving a two-year house arrest sentence with electronic monitoring plus a suspended two-year sentence. She must pay a €100,000 fine and faces a five-year ban from public office, potentially blocking her from the 2027 presidential race unless her appeal succeeds. Her…
Danish Library Restricts Access After Youth Vandalism
Nakskov Library in Denmark has restricted access for people under 18 during self-service hours after experiencing vandalism from youth groups who threw books around and damaged furniture. From April 1, minors must be accompanied by adults during these hours. The library wants to remain youth-friendly while ensuring a safe environment for everyone.
Investigation: Norddjurs Municipality Failed Before Teen’s Murder
A Danish municipality violated the law prior to the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Malthe Termøhlen in Grenaa last November. Another teen has been charged with the murder. An attorney investigation revealed Norddjurs Municipality broke regulations multiple times—perhaps they could’ve used a refresher on that whole “following the law” thing.
Zealand Leads Denmark in Wegovy Usage
Region Sjælland leads Denmark in Wegovy usage with 2.5% of residents having prescriptions—the highest nationwide. General practitioners issue 86% of all Wegovy prescriptions. Usage dropped 35% in early 2024 after insurance company “danmark” stopped subsidizing this weight-loss medication containing semaglutide.
Danish FM Defends PM’s Contested Greenland Visit
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen defends Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s planned visit to Greenland, which has been criticized by newly elected Greenlandic Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt as “too early.” Løkke expresses confidence that Frederiksen is welcome, noting that post-formation dialogue was always part of the plan.
Woman Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances
A 40-year-old woman was found dead in a car on Kirkevej in Ny Højen near Vejle on March 31, 2025. Police received the report at 7:54 AM and launched an investigation due to suspicious circumstances. The deceased’s family has been notified while authorities continue their early-stage inquiry.
Putin Orders 310,000 Men to Military Service
Putin has ordered 160,000 Russian men aged 18-30 to join the military, following the 150,000 recruits called up in spring 2024. This apparent muscle-flexing aims to boost Russia’s military capacity amid the Ukraine conflict, even as diplomatic efforts—including chats with Trump—yield little actual progress on the battlefield.
Asian Giants Unite Against Trump’s Tariff Threats
Asian superpowers South Korea, China, and Japan have convened their first economic summit in five years to coordinate responses to Trump’s proposed tariffs, particularly those targeting the automotive industry. The nations aim to strengthen free trade and regional cooperation to maintain economic stability despite these challenges.
11-Year-Old Girl Missing After Thames Fall
An 11-year-old girl fell into the River Thames near London’s South Bank around 5:30 PM on Monday, sparking a massive rescue operation. Emergency services deployed boats and search dogs while battling the river’s current. The search has been ongoing for hours as authorities investigate and appeal for witnesses. Locals are understandably concerned about river safety.
