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Election on the Posters

For some, election posters are simply ugly — but for many, they’re a reminder that an election is happening. On the last Saturday of October,...

Dear Julia—Ask a psychologist about life in Denmark

Finding meaning, connections, and a bit of humor in life between cultures. Every week, internationals across Denmark open Last Week in Denmark to catch up...

The Most Impactful Coincidence in Danish Law

Early in the morning, around 1 am, in 1949, Max Sørensen, 36 years old, newly appointed professor of law, biked home from his office...

Kick the winter with the blues

The Soulful Survival Guide to Winter: Danish Blues It's dark, it's cold, and if you live here, you know the feeling: Winter in Denmark has...

7 Steps to Build a Powerful Network in Denmark (Without Feeling Pushy or Lost)

A few weeks ago, I sat on a panel hosted by AMIS – A More Inclusive Society and The Ukrainian European Hub in Copenhagen. Even...
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