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Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It is situated on the coastal islands of Zealand and Amager.

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April 18, 2024

Copenhagen Stock Exchange facade collapses after fire

April 16, 2024

Fire engulfs Copenhagen's historic stock exchange building

April 6, 2024

Denmark: Locals rip up Christiania's famous Pusher Street

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A view of fire and smoke rising out of the Old Stock Exchange in Copenhagen, Police vehicles are seen in the foreground.

Fire rips through Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange

Fire rips through Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange

The 17th-century building caught fire as it was undergoing renovation. Authorities don't yet know what caused the blaze.
CatastropheApril 16, 202402:20 min
Boats and houses in Nyhavn, Copenhagen

What are sponge cities and how do they work?

What are sponge cities and how do they work?

Copenhagen is just one city among many around the world taking a novel approach to prevent repeated flooding.
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 1, 2024
DW Sendung Made | Kopenhagen

Flood-proofing in Copenhagen

Flood-proofing in Copenhagen

Flash floods prompted Copenhagen to rethink its urban infrastructure.
TechnologyDecember 6, 202307:57 min
Dänemark Fokus_Dänemark_Hund_Sinfonie

Denmark: An orchestra with dogs

Denmark: An orchestra with dogs

A Copenhagen orchestra is casting musical four-legged friends. Their job is to bark on beat.
MusicSeptember 26, 202302:28 min
A woman in an orange shirt and jeans seated on a bike, speaking to the camera

Copenhagen: A trailblazer of sustainability

Copenhagen: A trailblazer of sustainability

Denmark's capital, Copenhagen, is aiming to become climate neutral by 2025. A look at how it's doing.
Nature and EnvironmentJuly 8, 202304:53 min
DW Sendung Euromaxx | Smörrebröd

Smørrebrød: More than just a sandwich

Smørrebrød: More than just a sandwich

This Danish classic consists of a slice of rye bread with lots of yummy toppings!
LifestyleJune 17, 202303:16 min
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