Why Danes Eat Duck on Mortensaften and Denmark Weekly News

Danes will eat duck for Mortensaften on November 10th. More than one third of annual duck sales happen on this single evening. Legend says Saint Martin hid in a goose pen. Geese honked and revealed his hiding place. He then ordered people to eat geese every year. Denmark switched from goose to duck in the early 20th century. Goose became too expensive and too large for families. However, people in Skåne still eat goose today.

The Local reported several important weekly news updates for local residents. Denmark's government announced plans to cut the work permit salary threshold. The threshold will fall by almost 20,000 Danish kroner for 16 countries next year. Meanwhile, citizenship applicants still face long waiting times.

Living costs show mixed trends in Denmark. District heating prices will rise next year due to higher energy costs. Apartment prices in Copenhagen are currently falling. Practical seasonal reminders include setting clocks back next week and changing car tyres. Guidance is available for mental health treatment and flu vaccines. Social Liberal leader Martin Lidegaard was acquitted of defamation.