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Wed., Oct. 30, 2019
Denmark allows Russia-Germany gas pipeline
Denmark said Wednesday it is giving permission for a joint German-Russian underwater gas pipeline to be laid to through its territory, in a blow to the United States, which had …
Mon., Aug. 26, 2019
Danish city puts Vikings at crossing signals
It’s safe to cross when the green Viking is walking, but stop when the red one is standing. That’s the message to pedestrians in Aarhus as it unveils new crossing …
Thu., Aug. 22, 2019
Greenland fallout: Trump’s canceled trip blindsides Denmark
The prime minister of Denmark said Wednesday she is “disappointed and surprised” by U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel his visit to Denmark after she called Trump’s idea of …
UPDATED: Wed., Aug. 21, 2019
Trump calls Denmark leader’s comments ‘nasty’
President Donald Trump on Wednesday attacked Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, saying she had made “nasty” comments about his interest in having the United States purchase Greenland.
UPDATED: Mon., Aug. 19, 2019
Danish PM: Trump’s idea of buying Greenland is ‘absurd’
Greenland is not for sale and U.S. President Donald Trump’s idea of buying the semi-autonomous Danish territory in the Arctic from Denmark is “an absurd discussion,” Denmark’s prime minister said.
Sun., Aug. 18, 2019
Trump confirms he’s interested in buying Greenland
President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he has asked his administration to explore the possibility of buying Greenland, opining that “essentially, it’s a large real estate deal.”
Sat., July 27, 2019
White-hot Refshaleoen: Meet the trendiest neighborhood in Europe you didn’t know
I discovered the true meaning of hygge at La Banchina, a 16-seat farm-to-table pescatarian restaurant overlooking Copenhagen Harbor. Some in today’s lunch crowd are frolicking in the sea despite the …
Thu., July 11, 2019
Germany’s Merkel sits for anthems after shaking episodes
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the visiting Danish prime minister sat through their countries’ national anthems at a ceremony in Berlin Thursday, a day after Merkel shook as she stood …
UPDATED: Mon., Jan. 28, 2019
Denmark builds barrier to keep out German swine in hopes of stopping spread of disease
Denmark has won praise from Sen. Bernie Sanders and other left-wing politicians for its socialist policies. Its latest project, however, seems like it could have come straight from the playbook …
Wed., Jan. 2, 2019
Police: Six people killed in train accident in Denmark
A Danish passenger train apparently hit falling cargo from a passing freight train Wednesday, an accident that killed six people and injured 16 others as it crossed a bridge linking …
Fri., Oct. 19, 2018
The military draft is making a comeback in Europe
For many young Europeans, a post-high-school “gap year” has become a rite of passage, with many enjoying a year to travel the world and celebrate their newfound freedom. But a …
UPDATED: Sat., Oct. 6, 2018
Center Jacob Larsen leaves Gonzaga basketball team to focus on school
Jacob Larsen is no longer on the Gonzaga men’s basketball team. Larsen, who saw limited minutes last season as a redshirt freshman, has decided to quit playing basketball and will …
Tue., Aug. 21, 2018
Former Gonzaga wing Jordan Mathews signs with pro team in Denmark
Jordan Mathews’ professional basketball career is taking him overseas.
Sun., July 1, 2018
Danijel Subasic saves 3 in shootout, Croatia advances at World Cup
In the second straight shootout of the tournament, the Croats advanced to the quarterfinals on Sunday with a 3-2 victory over Denmark on penalties following a 1-1 draw in Nizhny …
Tue., June 26, 2018
Draws that help both teams may become more common
Fans booed as Denmark, France battled with backpasses, content with a draw that advanced both teams and eliminated Australia. World Cup group-stage finales have been played simultaneously since West Germany …
UPDATED: Tue., June 26, 2018
Denmark advances at World Cup in drab 0-0 draw with France
A game neither France nor Denmark needed to win produced the World Cup’s first 0-0 draw amid boos and whistles from fans at Luzhniki Stadium. The slow-paced game ensured already-qualified …
Thu., June 21, 2018
Christian Eriksen scores his 1st goal in Russia, but Denmark draws
Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen scored his first goal of the World Cup in the opening minutes against Australia but ultimately the Danes settled for a 1-1 draw. It was the …
UPDATED: Thu., June 21, 2018
Australia gets crucial 1-1 draw with Denmark at World Cup
Mile Jedinak’s penalty kick gave Australia a 1-1 draw against Denmark and new life at the World Cup. Christian Eriksen scored in the opening minutes for Denmark. But Jussuf Poulsen’s …
UPDATED: Sat., June 16, 2018
Kasper Schmeichel, Yussuf Poulsen lift Denmark over Peru 1-0 at World Cup
Kasper Schmeichel’s slew of saves made Yussuf Poulsen’s opportunistic second-half goal stand up in a 1-0 victory over Peru on Saturday at the World Cup.
Thu., May 31, 2018
Denmark joins some European nations in banning burqa, niqab
Denmark joined some other European countries in deciding Thursday to ban garments that cover the face, including Islamic veils such as the niqab or burqa.
UPDATED: Wed., April 25, 2018
Danish submarine inventor convicted of reporter’s murder, gets life
A self-taught Danish engineer was convicted of murder Wednesday for luring a Swedish journalist on to his homemade submarine, then torturing and killing her before dismembering her body and dumping …
Sun., Jan. 21, 2018
Spain to seek Catalan politician’s arrest on Denmark visit
The office of Spain’s state prosecutor said Sunday it will move to reissue a European arrest warrant for the fugitive former leader of Catalonia if he leaves Belgium and enters …
Fri., Jan. 19, 2018
Catalan ex-president to risk arrest, travel to Denmark
Catalonia’s former president, a fugitive sought by Spain over a foiled secession bid, will travel to Denmark next week for a university debate despite the possible risk of arrest, officials …
Tue., Nov. 21, 2017
Danish police find arm at sea, link it to submarine case
An arm has been found in the sea south of the Danish capital, close to where investigators have been searching for the body parts of a Swedish journalist who went …
UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 2, 2017
Sweet Lego dreams: Toy maker offers sleepover in new ‘house’
Lego is having a sleepover at its newly opened Lego House in Denmark.
Wed., Oct. 11, 2017
Danish police says submarine inventor won’t talk anymore
Danish submarine inventor Peter Madsen, suspected in the death of a Swedish journalist whose torso, decapitated head, legs and clothes were found in the sea off Copenhagen, won’t talk with …
UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 6, 2017
Ex-Zag Kyle Dranginis earns player of week honors in Germany
Former Gonzaga Bulldog wing Kyle Dranginis, who plays for Romerstrom Gladiators Trier in Germany’s Pro A League, averaged 30 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists to earn player of the …
UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 7, 2017
Gonzaga’s Jacob Larsen cleared to practice
Gonzaga redshirt freshman center Jacob Larsen has been cleared to practice without restriction.
Wed., Aug. 23, 2017
Swedish journalist’s torso found in submarine death mystery
Journalist Kim Wall had reported on conflicts, crises and natural disasters around the world. Earlier this month, she set out to sea from laid-back Copenhagen for a story about an …
UPDATED: Fri., Aug. 18, 2017
Finnish police shoot man who stabs 8 people in Turku; 2 dead
A man stabbed eight people Friday in Finland’s western city of Turku, killing two of them, before police shot him in the thigh and detained him, police said. Authorities were …