Ramadan

Immigration

Danish minister calls for ethnic breakdown of coronavirus cases

Denmark's integration minister has called for an investigation into whether people in Denmark with a foreign background are more likely to get infected with coronavirus.

Islam

Rapper defends Ramadan song for Danish national songbook

The musician behind the song 'Ramadan in Copenhagen' has defended its possible inclusion in Denmark's national songbook, accusing critics of "some kind of identity crisis".

integration

Denmark’s Ministry of Health contradicts Støjberg over Ramadan claims

There is no sign that employees fasting during Ramadan has any adverse effect on hospitals in Denmark, according to the country’s health ministry.

integration

'No problems' with fasting Muslim colleagues: Danish medic, bus company

A national bus operator and an occupational health doctor have spoken out to debunk immigration minister Inger Støjberg’s claim that fasting during Ramadan is a potential safety risk.

Islam

New Ramadan rules to help Danish Muslims

Muslims throughout the Nordic region can expect new guidelines for coping with a sun that barely sets ahead of the holy fasting month of Ramadan.