Danish Photojournalist Arrested in Uganda; DR to Broadcast Children's New Year's Speech

Danish photojournalist Klaus Thymann has been arrested in Uganda, a development confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The NGO Centre for Citizens Conserving Environment (CECIC) initially reported the arrest.

In other news, DR will take over the broadcast of the children's New Year's speech starting from 2026. The program will shift from its traditional January 1st slot to New Year's Eve, serving as a prelude to King Frederik's New Year's address. Unlike previous years where a single child delivered the speech, the new format will involve multiple children contributing short video segments, with the final speakers selected by a children's jury.

The Roskilde Festival experienced an increased demand for its first aid services during the initial days of a heatwave. Festival security chief Morten Therkildsen reported that many attendees sought assistance for hydration, sugar, and cooling down during the hottest hours. The festival had bolstered its first aid staffing and brought in large water tankers in anticipation of the heat. Denmark recorded a temperature of 37 degrees Celsius in several locations on Saturday, the same day music events commenced at the festival.

Additionally, Midt- og Vestsjællands Police reported that one in five student vehicles failed to meet safety standards during recent celebrations, although this marks an improvement from previous years. Common issues included inadequate height on sides and tailgates. The police noted a higher number of cases related to these specific vehicle requirements this year.