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32-year-old American in Denmark, one of the world’s happiest countries: The No. 1 thing I’ve learned about building a rich life

In late 2018, Chloé Skye Weiser and her Czech partner moved to Odense, a city of 187,000 on the Danish island of Funen. Here's how she built a rich life there.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

36-year-old in Denmark quit his job and built himself a tiny home in the woods for under $13,000—take a look inside

It took Anders Boisen on and off eight months to build the 6.5 meters long and 2.5 meters wide tiny home in the outskirts of Aarhus.

Business - CNBC - November 16

Family of 31-year-old American tourist killed in Hungary's capital mourns loss, suspect in custody

Hungarian police say a 31-year-old American tourist has been killed while on vacation in the capital

World - ABC News - November 9

Denmark: "The Pursuit of Happiness" | 60 Minutes Archive

Why is Denmark among the happiest countries in the world? In 2008, Morley Safer went on a quest to find out.

With Novo Nordisk success, is there a "Nokia risk" for Denmark?

Correspondent Jon Wertheim revisits 60 Minutes' coverage of former mobile giant Nokia and discusses potential risks for the Danish economy.

The Lego Mini Chef restaurant, Denmark — review

In which a meal prepared by tiny plastic people sparks a revelation about hospitality

World - Financial Times - November 7

Great Dane: a tour of Denmark’s culture, countryside and coast

Lakes, saunas, art, food – and Hamlet’s castle. A whistlestop tour of the best that Denmark has to offer. Don’t make small talk with strangers. Or talk about the weather. Or even ask people you ...

World - The Guardian - November 17

Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark is crowned Miss Universe

Victoria Kjær Theilvig, an animal protection advocate who works in the diamond selling business, beat out Miss Nigeria at the end of the competition.

Novo Nordisk's obesity-fighting drugs fatten Denmark's economy

Danish company Novo Nordisk has a market cap larger than the entire country's GDP. As it grows, it's having an impact on other industries.

Man hands in 80 firearms and ammunition during Denmark weapons amnesty

Some 80 firearms, 140 kilograms (309 pounds) of ammunition and a hand grenade likely dating to World War II that a man found when he was clearing a house have been handed over to Danish police

World - ABC News - November 15

Spain beat Denmark, secure top spot in NL group

Mikel Oyarzabal and Ayoze Perez scored to give Spain a 2-1 win over hosts Denmark on Friday to secure top spot in their Nations League group and a place in next year's quarterfinals.

Sports - ESPN - November 15

Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark is crowned the 73rd Miss Universe

Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark has been crowned Miss Universe

World - ABC News - November 18

Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10% of farmland into forest

Danish lawmakers have agreed on a deal to plant 1 billion trees and convert 10% of farmland into forest and natural habitats in an effort to reduce fertilizer usage over the next two decades

World - ABC News - November 18

Taxing Farm Animals’ Farts and Burps? Denmark Gives It a Try.

Cows and pigs produce a large share of planet-warming methane. A new tax is part of a plan to clean that up.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

2 Swedish teens face preliminary terror charges for explosions near the Israeli Embassy in Denmark

Two Swedish teenagers who were arrested in connection with last month's predawn explosions near the Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen are facing preliminary terror charges

World - ABC News - November 7

Denmark launches landmark framework for using AI under EU rules — with Microsoft backing

Denmark unveiled a blueprint on how to use generative AI in the corporate world to help firms get into compliance with strict new regulation from the EU.

Business - CNBC - November 13

Denmark vs. Spain lineups, odds: Where to watch UEFA Nations League, live stream, prediction, pick

The two sides will meet on Friday in Copenaghen

Sports - CBS Sports - November 15

A Rangers Old Folktale To Remember

Here's a look back at some Rangers history from The Maven.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 9

Recipe: Dierks Bentley's Old Fashioned

The country superstar offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his take on a classic cocktail.

Americans go to the polls

Plus, Fed and BoE rate-setting meetings, Hungary’s informal EU summit and the Berlin Wall anniversary

World - Financial Times - November 3

A guide to an American dynasty

Here's what you need to know about the Trump family.

The Great American Microchip Mobilization

Under Donald Trump and Joe Biden alike, the US has been determined to “reshore” chipmaking. Now money and colossal infrastructure are flowing to a vast Intel site in Ohio—just as the company may be ...

Tech - Wired - November 14

Probe launched into 12-year-old girl's death

Honey Fox French, from Pembrokeshire, died despite efforts from paramedics, an inquest hears.

Inquest opens into death of four-month-old boy

The inquest into the death of a four-month-old baby is opened and adjourned.

Madrid to auction old Bernabéu lockers for $13k

Real Madrid are auctioning off the old home dressing room at the Bernabéu after the stadium's redevelopment, the auction house Sotheby's has announced.

Sports - ESPN - November 5

Cole decides to stay with Yankees on original deal

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is staying with the club on his original four-year, $144 million deal, the team confirmed Monday. Cole had exercised his opt-out clause, but the two sides agreed to play out ...

Sports - ESPN - November 5

Here's how old the typical U.S. homebuyer is today

Homeowners in the U.S. are getting older as the dream of buying a house slips further out of reach for many Americans.

An ‘Old Reliable Friend’: Readers Share Their JanSport Memories

After the death of Murray McCory, a founder of the outdoors equipment company JanSport, readers recalled how their backpacks served them on life’s journeys.

Business - The New York Times - November 5

Lammy dismisses past criticism of Trump as 'old news'

The foreign secretary previously called Trump a "tyrant" and "xenophobic" when he was a backbench MP.

Companies Brace for the Return of Trump’s Old Trade Gripes

The president-elect is again calling out companies by name in his campaign against what he sees as other countries’ unfair practices.

Business - The New York Times - November 8

What We Learned About Celebrity Culture in the 2024 Election

Hollywood endorsements, once an essential part of a campaign playbook, may have backfired in this election.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 8

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