Denmark aims to ban social media for children under 15, PM says

"I hope that you here in the chamber will help tighten the law so that we take better care of our children here in Denmark," she added. However, Frederiksen did not give further details on what such a ban would entail, nor does a bill on an age...

Denmark central bank publishes updated recommendations on payments resilience

Denmark’s central bank has updated its payments resilience recommendations for citizens and – for the first time – issued guidance for retailers on enabling people to continue paying for goods and services if common payment methods are temporarily...

Denmark to ban some social media websites for under-15s

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said her government plans to ban “several social media” platforms for children under the age of 15 while addressing the country’s Parliament on Tuesday. The new rules would allow parents to grant permission...

Denmark to ban social media for under 15 age group

Denmark said Tuesday it planned to introduce a social media ban for children under the age of 15. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen did not specify which social media networks would fall under the ban, nor how it would work in practice, as she...

Denmark Tightens Oversight of Shadow Fleet Tankers in Strategic Baltic Gateway

The Danish government has announced strengthened environmental oversight of tankers at Skagen Anchorage, a critical hub for Baltic Sea shipping traffic that serves as the gateway to and from the Baltic Sea. The enhanced supervision comes in...

Law minister discusses judicial reforms in meeting with Danish Supreme Court judge

A judge of the Supreme Court of Denmark, Justice Muhammad Ahsan, called on Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar and discussed judicial reforms as well as the structure and functioning of judicial systems. State Minister for Law and Justice Barrister...

Denmark proposes social media ban for under-15s - as PM hits out at 'monster'

The Danish government is proposing a ban on several social media apps for under-15s, according to the country's prime minister. "We have unleashed a monster," Mette Frederiksen told Denmark's parliament on Tuesday. "Mobile phones and social media...

Danish Judge visits IHC, district courts

- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Oct 07 (APP):Danish Judge Justice Muhammad Ahsan on Tuesday visited the Islamabad High Court (IHC) and District and Sessions Courts Islamabad. On his arrival, the Sessions Judges East and West met him and discussed...

Denmark will BAN social media for under 15s as PM warns it is 'robbing our children of their childhood'

By TARYN KAUR PEDLER, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 11:41 EDT, 7 October 2025 | Updated: 11:47 EDT, 7 October 2025 Denmark said Tuesday it planned to introduce a social media ban for children under the age of 15. Prime Minister Mette...

Shmyhal showcases samples of Ukrainian weaponry to international partners

The capabilities of Ukraine's defense industry were demonstrated to Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene, NATO representatives and other foreign guests. Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal announced this on Facebook, according to...

Danish energy player Ørsted raises $9.35bn in discounted share issue

As the Trump administration plays havoc with the wind industry in the US, Denmark’s Orsted has raised $9.35bn to shore up its finances. Having campaigned to fight renewables once they came into office, the current US administration made no delay...

Tennis: Denmark's Rune calls for heat rule at Shanghai Masters

Denmark's Holger Rune called Tuesday for tennis authorities to introduce a heat rule at events like the Shanghai Masters, as governing body ATP said it was considering bringing in such a policy. Temperatures of more than 30C and humidity soaring...

Has Trump forgotten about Greenland takeover? Danish PM has a warning

US President Donald Trump may have may have forgotten about Greenland for now, but Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Tuesday warned that the pause is likely only temporary US President Donald Trump may have may have forgotten about...

Queen Mary kisses mother-in-law Queen Margrethe as they're reunited for annual royal tradition

Queen Mary and King Frederik led the Danish royal family as they attended the annual opening of the Danish Parliament (Folketing) on Tuesday. The couple were joined by Frederik's mother, Queen Margrethe, 85, and his aunt, Princess Benedikte, 81,...

ERR in Denmark: Russia invested in undermining Danes' sense of security

Two weeks ago, mysterious drones were spotted flying over key Danish infrastructure. What exactly happened, however, remains unclear. "We actually know very little. We know that drones shut down Copenhagen International Airport for four hours...

Palestine and Israel can live together in peace, Prime Minister says

Palestine and Israel can live together in peace as part of a two-state solution, Prime Minister Robert Abela said while delivering a ministerial statement in parliament on Tuesday, which took place two years after the October 7th attacks enacted...

Cobe plans Museum Wegner for "an absolute legend in Danish design"

A pair of old farm buildings in Denmark will be incorporated into this museum, designed by architecture studio Cobe to celebrate the work of Danish furniture designer Hans J Wegner. Museum Wegner is being planned by Cobe for a marshland just...

East Yorkshire-based pet care company expands its reach in Scandinavia while celebrating an international award

Burgess Pet Care was recognised as the Leading Small Animal Brand at PetFair Asia 2025 in Shanghai(Image: burgesspetcare.com) An East Yorkshire-based pet food firm is expanding its product reach into Scandinavia at the same time as bringing home...

Civilian Tech Is Powering China’s Military

China is a dominant player in emerging technologies. It is a renewable energy superpower, controls the global commercial drone market, and has installed more industrial robots than the rest of the world combined. At the same time, it is pouring...

France detains oil tanker captain amid drone incursions near Denmark

French authorities have detained the captain and first officer of the Boracay, an oil tanker linked to Russia. The French Navy confiscated the Boracay while the ship was under investigation at the port of Saint-Nazaire. This happens in the context...