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Whale carcass on a Danish island: Whale autopsy on the beach: Not for the faint of heart

A lot has already been prepared on the island's beach for examining the dead humpback whale. Will the guesswork about the animal's cause of death soon be over?

Reforms: General practitioners mobilize against austerity law

The federal government wants to slow down the increase in spending by health insurance companies in order to prevent further increases in contributions. General practitioner practices are now starting a protest against planned cuts.

ETF calculator 2026: Calculate how your investment will develop

With ETFs, anyone can become active on the stock market through a savings plan. Calculate how your investment will develop. The ETF savings plan calculator will show you.

Oil Trading Higher for Third Consecutive Session

'Market pessimism once again grows over the prospects of a U.S.-Iran deal that could pave the way for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz', Ole S. Hansen, Head of Commodity Strategy at Saxo Bank, said.

Late tax return: Missed the filing deadline? This way you avoid late payment interest

If you submit your tax return too late, you will quickly pay for it: if you are just a few weeks late, you can face surcharges and interest. However, under certain circumstances, those affected can still prevent this.

Denmark PM presents new government, with majority of women

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Wednesday presented her new cabinet, which for the first time in Danish history included more women than men. Following months of talks after inconclusive elections in March, incumbent Frederiksen said on Monday she had managed to form a minority government between her Social Democrats, the Socialist People’s Party, the centre-left Radikale Venstre and the centrist Moderates. On Wednesday, Frederiksen announced the names of the new ministers. “It is.

Income limit: This is how you get parental benefit despite your high income

There is currently discussion about cuts in parental allowance. The lowered income limits are already causing problems for some parents. Special strategies can then help.

In the Rocky Mountains: At over 4,000 meters: panoramic road in the USA opens

The Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway in the Rocky Mountains climbs to record-breaking heights. After a season break, vacationers can drive on the road in Colorado again. What you need to know about it.

USA: Trump administration confirms end of billion-dollar fund for alleged victims of the justice system

US Attorney General Blance announced the end of the controversial fund on Tuesday. This was intended to compensate people who were allegedly victims of state abuse of power - including participants in the storming of the Capitol in January 2021.

War: Drones overshadow the start of the St. Petersburg Economic Forum

Putin wants to demonstrate to the world at an economic forum how well Russia is doing despite the war. The launch at least turned into a demonstration of Ukrainian drone power.

Law for digital markets: Meta must adhere to stricter competition rules with Messenger

The Facebook group Meta suffers a defeat before the EU court: the company's messaging service may be more strictly regulated. In another area, however, Meta's lawsuit is successful.

Malaysia taps Hong Kong battery expertise to power ambitions for electricity grid

A Malaysian power systems specialist has struck a deal with a Hong Kong battery storage firm to pursue large-scale projects aimed at helping the country prepare its electricity grid for more renewable energy. The two-year agreement between Mikro MSC Berhad and Hong Kong Cospower Technology Co Ltd (HKCT) makes the company HKCT’s exclusive strategic partner in Malaysia for utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. Such battery systems are meant to address one of solar power’s...

Supply Shock to Slash India’s Oil Demand Growth to Pandemic Low

Analysts have slashed their estimates of India’s oil demand growth this year, with the consumption uptick to be the weakest since the Covid pandemic as the supply crunch and higher fuel prices slow gasoline and diesel demand. Analysts Kpler and Rystad Energy have slashed their gasoline and diesel demand growth estimates for this year by between 30% and 90%, according to figures cited by Bloomberg. Despite the major downward revisions to fuel demand growth in the world’s third-biggest crude oil i

India hotel fire kills at least 21

At least 21 people were killed when a fire ripped through a hotel in New Delhi on Wednesday, police said, in one of the deadliest blazes in the Indian capital in recent years. Building fires are common in India due to a lack of firefighting equipment and routine disregard for safety regulations. The fire broke out in the morning at Flourish Stay, a bed-and-breakfast in a congested neighbourhood in the south of the city, Delhi Police said in a statement. “It is with profound sorrow that 21...

Visit to Berlin: Hungary's head of government treats himself to currywurst and Pilsner

Currywurst, beer and a hit from the 70s: the new Hungarian head of government is testing traditional street food in Berlin.

Who owns the billions in Germany's dormant bank accounts?

Billions of euros sit untouched in dormant bank accounts in Germany. With heirs unaware and no central register in place, banks and politicians are debating who should ultimately control the money.

Partners Group share: Partners Group collapses after withdrawals from billion-dollar funds

After redemption limits on the billion-dollar fund, Partners Group shares collapse. Outflows have increased across the private credit industry.

Why do you buy dividend stocks?

Isn't it better for a company if it doesn't distribute its surpluses to shareholders but instead reinvests in the company? Ultimately, in most cases, this distribution must be taxed by the company and again by the investor. As a shareholder, you benefit from companies that invest in their operational activities/growth? So aren't such growth companies much more efficient at generating growth? (I'm new to the field, bi

Savings laws unnecessary?: Health insurance companies generate a profit of 773 million euros

In the first quarter, the largest funds together received 773 million euros more than they spent. Is there still a need for the health minister’s major reform? Yes, say the health insurance companies and warn of increasing contributions.

SpaceX is worth less than half of its $1.75 trillion IPO target, Morningstar says

The analysts see a wide range of possibilities around xAI and find its "economic moat indeterminate."

Food: Tofu shelf gaps – demand exceeds production

Protein-rich products are in demand. Tofu fans are also feeling this right now. Groceries are sometimes in short supply at supermarkets and discounters. There is no improvement in sight for the time being.

Renewable energies: Loss of yield in the slipstream: How offshore expansion in Germany is slowing itself down

More and more wind farms are being built in the Baltic and North Seas and are taking away each other's wind. This not only affects the electricity yield, but also the attractiveness for investors.

I want to give my brother and his kids $5,000 each. My financial adviser is reluctant. Who’s right?

“In the past I’ve loaned my brother over $12,000, which I’m sure I’ll never get back.”

Sanity check my AI infrastructure pie

Basically I'm trying to cover the components that are necessary for AI growth, ie. Semiconductors, coolant, lithography. This way I'm just betting that AI "wins" as a concept rather than backing a specific pony? That said, I am a die-hard Rolls and Kraken fan so I guess I'm backing those ponies. Rolls Royce Kraken Robotics KLA ASML NVIDIA Broadcom Vertiv Am I missing any big opportunities here that fit what I'm going for, or making any huge mistakes? Assuming people here have done levels of rese

How a couple lost their 3 children in as many countries and were arrested in Hong Kong

A Hong Kong couple has drawn public scrutiny after refusing a DNA test for their baby’s registration following his birth at home, raising potential gaps in the city’s legal and child welfare system. The infant’s father, Tsang Wai-bong, and mother, Kwan Pui-sin, subsequently underwent a DNA test, according to the police on Wednesday, a day after their arrest on suspicion of child neglect. The Social Welfare Department also applied to the court for a protection order over the two-month old baby,..

Bitcoin Savings Plan Calculator 2026: Calculate the return on your Bitcoin DCA savings plan

A whole Bitcoin is too expensive for most people. Savings plans offer a good alternative here. This is where the average cost effect comes into play.

Help for newbie

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Tariffs: USA threatens India with additional tariffs because of forced labor - EU is also in its sights

A US investigation accuses numerous countries of forced labor. These failures by trading partners are “unacceptable”.

Spanish billionaire moves to 10th place globally as Inditex sales jump

Amancio Ortega moved into 10th place on the Forbes real-time billionaires list after the retailer he co-founded, Inditex, reported accelerating sales in the current quarter.

Johor vote kicks off Malaysia's next electoral cycle: 4 takeaways