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sports19 days ago•1 min saved

Ngetich Smashes Women-Only Half Marathon World Record in Copenhagen

Kenyan Agnes Ngetich won the women’s half marathon at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen with 1:05:15, breaking the previous women-only world record set by Peres Jepchirchir in 2020. Letesenbet Gidey holds the overall women’s half-marathon world record at 1:02:52. Ngetich also owns recent 10km world records in women-only and mixed races and plans to return to track racing in 2027 World Athletics Championships to chase a gold.

via BBC|

#agnes-ngetich #copenhagen #sports

world19 days ago•2 min saved

Breuer to chair NATO's Military Committee from 2027

Germany's General Carsten Breuer has been elected to head NATO's Military Committee, taking office in July 2027 for a three-year term as the alliance's top military adviser and successor to Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, in line with NATO's drive to bolster deterrence against Russia.

via Euronews.com|

#carsten-breuer #copenhagen #nato-military-committee

world20 days ago•2 min saved

Seare edges Ingebrigtsen to 5km crown at Copenhagen road worlds

Dawit Seare of Eritrea edged Jakob Ingebrigtsen to win the men’s 5km road title at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, with Ingebrigtsen returning from injury and briefly leading before Seare passed in the final stretch; Saymon Amanuel took bronze. In the women’s 5km, Ethiopia’s Likina Amebaw dominated to win in 14:41, with Kenya’s Gitonga second and Rose Davies third. The day also feature mile races and other results as Copenhagen hosts a two-day festival of running.

via BBC|

#5km-road #copenhagen #dawit-seare

world3 months ago•4 min saved

Copenhagen Tops 2026 Global Livability Ranking Again

The Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2026 livability ranking of 173 cities keeps Copenhagen at No. 1, driven by strong scores across stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure. The top 10 features Tokyo, Vancouver, Adelaide, Osaka, Geneva, Zurich, Sydney, Melbourne, Vienna, and Copenhagen, with most cities excelling in education (often 100) and healthcare. Western Europe leads regions, while U.S. cities largely miss the top spots; Tokyo’s climb into the top 10 and Zurich’s slight drop are highlighted trends.

via Business Insider|

#copenhagen #economist-intelligence-unit #livability

world3 months ago•15 min saved

Copenhagen Tops 2026 Global Liveability Index as Residents Highlight Everyday Perks

The Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2026 Global Liveability Index names Copenhagen as the world’s most liveable city, with Vienna, Melbourne, Sydney and Zurich rounding out the top five; residents describe cycling-friendly streets, easy commutes, swimmable waterways and vibrant neighborhood life that collectively define daily life in these top cities.

via BBC|

#city-rankings #copenhagen #liveability

travel3 months ago•191 min saved

Copenhagen crowned 2026’s most livable city by EIU

Copenhagen has been named the world’s most livable city for 2026 by the Economist Intelligence Unit, retaining the top spot for a second year and beating Vienna. Melbourne, Sydney, Zurich, and Geneva fill out the top 10 in the 173-city ranking, which considers stability, infrastructure, healthcare, education, and culture. New York climbs to 66th, Vancouver leads North America at No. 9, and Gulf cities slide, while Asia shows healthcare-driven gains. Western Europe remains strongest overall, and the global average livability score holds steady.

via CNN|

#cities #copenhagen #livability

world-news5 months ago•12 min saved

Rail collision north of Copenhagen leaves five in critical condition

Two trains collided between Hilleroed and Kagerup, about 25 miles north of Copenhagen, prompting a major emergency response as five people were left in critical condition.

via AP News|

#copenhagen #denmark #emergency-response

world7 months ago•14 min saved

René Redzepi leaves Noma after abuse allegations

René Redzepi has resigned as head chef of Copenhagen’s iconic Noma after abuse allegations, marking a dramatic leadership change at the renowned restaurant.

via AP News|

#abuse-allegations #copenhagen #noma

world8 months ago•1 min saved

Danish Veterans Rally in Copenhagen Over Trump NATO Remarks

Danish veterans who fought alongside American troops marched in Copenhagen to protest President Trump’s remarks belittling NATO allies, with Lance Cpl. Soren Teigen saying they fought side by side but Trump’s words hurt, as veterans and families rallied in the latest anti-American demonstration.

via The New York Times|

#copenhagen #denmark #nato

sports8 months ago•2 min saved

Barça weather early lapse as Olmo shines and Bernal steadies vs Copenhagen

Three talking points from Barcelona's 4-1 win over Copenhagen: a poor start that exposed mental lapses in the opening 15 minutes, Dani Olmo's relentless pressing and quality (including the pass that set up Lewandowski’s 107th Champions League goal), and Marc Bernal's calm, tidy cameo at halftime that steadied the midfield.

via Barca Blaugranes|

#barcelona #champions-league #copenhagen

lifestyle9 months ago•4 min saved

Disillusioned by the world's most livable city after two years

Paige Madison moved from Vermont to Copenhagen for a dream job, expecting a high quality of life, but found the harsh winters, high costs, social barriers, and feelings of isolation challenging, leading her to leave after two years and realize the importance of community and belonging.

via Business Insider|

#adjustment #copenhagen #expat

military-and-security1 year ago•7 min saved

European nations bolster defenses amid rising drone threats and Russian military activity

European nations are deploying military assets, radars, and troops to Copenhagen to defend against a wave of unidentified drones, possibly linked to Russia, amid upcoming EU meetings, with NATO increasing vigilance in the region.

via The War Zone|

#copenhagen #counter-drone-systems #drones

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Europe braces as drone incidents at Copenhagen and Oslo airports raise security concerns

Europe is on high alert as Russia denies involvement in drone incidents near Oslo and Copenhagen, which disrupted air traffic; Denmark and Norway investigate potential links, amid broader concerns of Russian escalation in the region.

via Kyiv Post|

#air-traffic-disruption #copenhagen #drone-incidents

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Copenhagen and Oslo Airports Temporarily Closed Due to Drone Sightings

Drone sightings at Copenhagen and Oslo airports caused temporary closures, leading to flight diversions and disruptions, amid heightened European alert for Russian drone activity related to the Ukraine conflict.

via The New York Times|

#airport-closures #copenhagen #drone-sightings

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Drones Cause Disruptions at Scandinavian Airports

Copenhagen and Oslo airports were temporarily closed due to drone sightings, causing flight delays and diversions, with investigations ongoing to determine the origin of the drones and potential connections between the incidents.

via BBC|

#airports #airspace-closure #copenhagen