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The Morning Briefing: Quilter Cheviot renames sustainable funds; overcoming AI fatigue
Good morning and welcome to your Morning Briefing for Tuesday 8 July 2025. To get this in your inbox every morning click here. Quilter Cheviot renames sustainable funds under new FCA labelling rules Quilter Cheviot announced today (8 July) that it...

US children are dying younger than children in other countries like Germany or Denmark; new study warns
A new study published on July 7 in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reveals a concerning decline in the health of American children. The research shows that children in the United States are in significantly poorer health...

Fossils, forests and wild orchids: exploring the white cliffs of Denmark
As we sauntered along sun-splashed woodland paths, our knowledgable guide Michael started to explain the links between the local geology and flora. The unusually luminous light green leaves of the beech trees? “That’s due to the lack of magnesium...

How Precision Sensors Are Making Cities and Industries More Sustainable
Global challenges such as melting glaciers, severe droughts, rising energy costs, and horribly polluted air are driving the need for new solutions. As urban populations grow and industries continue to scale, there is exponential pressure on water,...

Denmark poaches Reach director in first major signing
A senior editorial leader with Reach plc is returning to National World in the company’s first major signing under its new ownership. Martin Little, pictured, is to take up the role of chief publishing officer at the regional publisher, following...

FERMA urges Danish EU presidency to prioritise risk management
FERMA has called on the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU to formally recognise the strategic value of risk management in strengthening Europe’s resilience and global competitiveness. In its Contribution to the new Danish Presidency, the...

BIG Architects Cracks Open Copenhagen’s Ørestad in Sustainable Urban Transformation
Copenhagen’s Ørestad district, a canvas for bold urban experimentation, is witnessing a profound transformation. Spearheaded by the visionary BIG Architects, a trio of interconnected public plazas is emerging as a dynamic heart, challenging...

New international train to run from Copenhagen through Germany to Prague
A new train connecting Copenhagen to Prague through stops in Germany will allow travellers to reach the Czech capital in around 11 hours. The new direct service, to launch in May 2026 has been made possible thanks to a collaboration between...
John Gascoigne: Superannuation will remain affordable and sustainable
A critical point frequently overlooked in cross-country comparisons on superannuation, such as between Denmark and New Zealand, for example, is that superannuation systems can vary enormously in terms of cost, administrative efficiency, equity,...

NESG-Stanbic IBTC Business Confidence Monitor: Easing Macroeconomic Pressures and Favorable Business Climate
The Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) is the flagship survey-based report of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), supported by Stanbic IBTC. The report obtains qualitative information on the current business performance within the Nigerian...

King Frederik of Denmark laughs and chats with Duchess of Edinburgh at Wimbledon's royal box - as he attends tennis tournament without his wife Queen Mary
King Frederik of Denmark looked to be in high spirits as he enjoyed the tennis on day eight of Wimbledon this afternoon - without his wife, Queen Mary. He was seated in the revered royal box at SW19, and was seen grinning as he chatted up a storm...

Slate enters Danish market with acquisition of essential retail and residential portfolio from Nrep
In a significant move that signals growing investor confidence in the Nordics, Slate Asset Management has made its debut in Denmark by acquiring a portfolio of five grocery-anchored retail properties and two adjacent residential assets from Nrep,...

Trump's threat over Greenland isn't 'over and done' yet, warns Danish foreign minister
Donald Trump's expansionist threat over Greenland is not "over and done" yet, even if the prospect of a military intervention remains improbable, says Lars Løkke Rasmussen, Denmark's foreign affairs minister, as he reaffirms his offer to deepen...

Pioneering Welsh scheme recycles 15 tonnes of fishing gear
Discarded fishing gear – Image: Canva More than 15 tonnes of end-of-life fishing gear has been recycled since 2023 through a pioneering initiative that aims to protect marine environments in Wales. The scheme is being delivered as part of a...

European Heatwave Caused 2300 Deaths, Scientists Estimate
COPENHAGEN/BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Around 2300 people died of heat-related causes across 12 European cities during the severe heatwave that ended last week, according to a rapid scientific analysis published on Wednesday. The study targeted the 10...

Wellness centre offering 'sanctuary for rest' opens in village
Denmark House Wellness Centre, in Willingham, blends ancient traditions with modern self-care, offering a "sanctuary for rest, reconnection and renewal." The venture was founded by Louise Owen, a former resident with deep family roots in the...
Sustainability at Taylor’s Port
The company’s holistic approach integrates environmental stewardship in vineyard management, winemaking, packaging, and community engagement. In the vineyards, Taylor’s employs its award-winning Sustainable Vineyard Model. Key initiatives include...

Sustainable, but stil challenging
"Malta moves closer to achieving UN sustainability goals," screamed some newspaper headlines last week, when the United Nations released its annual report on its Sustainable Development Goals around the world. The important qualification was that...
DESMI reinforces commitment to sustainability, local talent in Tanzania
DAR ES SALAAM : DESMI Africa, a subsidiary of the global oil spill response equipment manufacturer DESMI Ro-Clean based in Odense, Denmark, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development, local talent empowerment, and improved service...

Can Denmark keep the EU green?
The streets of Denmark's second city Aarhus are full of clues that this is a climate-conscious country. Bottle recycling machines greet pedestrians at regular intervals; bike paths are teeming with cyclists in rain or shine — often with kids or...