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Decoding reality at CPH:DOX 2026

A person in sunglasses and a green jacket takes a selfie outside the Bremen cinema, whose marquee reads 'CPH:DOX'.
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An interview with Daniela Hummelgren: Why the PD3 exam may not...

Daniela with Dansk books

Beyond the Direct Gaze: Bringing International Perspectives into Copenhagen’s Cultural Scene

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11 Ways to Stay Healthy in the Danish Winter

The Danish winter can be hard to handle. With limited sunlight, frequent rain and a general sense of greyness, it’s a wonder that the...

Brazilian Day in Odense: Where Rhythm, Food, and People Meet

It was one of those September days in Odense when the sky was a little grey and the air still warm enough to remind...

Serving with Dignity: What Café Paraplyen Tells Us About Giving Back in Denmark

When you turn down Nyelandsvej in Frederiksberg and walk into Café Paraplyen, you immediately feel a sense of comfort. Red-and-white checkered tablecloths cover the...

Christmas Around Denmark: Quirky and Region-Specific Traditions

I’ve lived in a few European cities, and from my experience, Denmark is one of the earliest countries to start  Christmas decorations and celebrations...

15 Danish TV Series to Cozy Up With This Holiday Season

With Legenden (The Asset in English) taking top spot amongst Netflix viewers around the world in week 44, Danish TV is making waves on...