Monarchy of Denmark

Denmark uses a golden triangle model called Flexicurity, a combination of flexibility, security and active labor market policy. While companies have the flexibility to lay off employees during downturns and hire when business increases, employees are guaranteed unemployment benefits and the active labor market system offers guidance, job education to everyone who is unemployed. This explains why “about 25% of Danish private sector workers change jobs each year. [There are dual advantages of the…

A British exit from the European Union may be on the horizon, however it will be a very difficult choice for Prime Minister David Cameron. A British exit has it’s pros and cons and if Britain 's choses to stay or leave the European Union will have the country divided, it seems as if staying in the European Union would be the smarter choice for many reasons. Staying in the European Union may have some financial benefits, but the overall freedom and happiness of the the British population will…

In 2004, Chef Claus Meyer, and Chef Rene Redzepi opened a Danish restaurant named NOMA, in Copenhagen. The name NOMA is a contraction of the Danish words for “Nordic” and “Food”. NOMA is currently the most important restaurant in the world. Together Chef Rene Redzepi and Chef Claus Meyer popularized, and invented the idea of Nordic cuisine. They populated their menu with items such as wild berries, musk ox, and sauces made with beer rather than wine. NOMA’s success has empowered other…

The Viking Age was an era in European history during which the peoples of the Baltic and Scandinavia surged onto the world stage as pirates, raiders, traders, and fearless explorers. There are many controversies and theories as to why the Scandinavians chose, or were forced, to leave the far northern reaches of Europe. Various indications have suggested a possible population increase that correlates with available farming land, which in turn, connects to an increase of people looking to settle.…

Considering how Beowulf acted throughout the entirety of Beowulf, it is reasonable to consider him both an epic hero and a regular hero. When the Danes were harassed by Grendel and Beowulf found out, he does not hesitate to help them. While talking to King Hrothgar, king of the Danes, Beowulf asks, “‘I have come so far, Oh shelterer of warriors and your people’s loved friend, That this one favor you should not refuse me – That I, alone and with the help of my men. May purge all evil from this…

Lego has been in the lives of children for many years making it one of the top companies in the market. However, Legos has had its negative streaks and has had to build its self and go back to its roots. By using PESTEL framework, Porter’s 5 Forces and SWOT analysis we are able to have a better idea of the factors that are being considered by Legos in their business. Lego’s political environment and legal environment plays a role on its business because they must take into considerations the…

In the story of Beowulf, he exhibits the qualities of a superhuman. This superhuman fights 3 different monsters for the good of the Danes and the Geats. The determined warrior described for his love of glory and his loyalty fights till the very end for his country. Displayed by courage seen that Beowulf shows different qualities from other soldiers and deserves the title of epic hero. The main protagonist has the attributes of an epic hero through his hero qualities, his weakness and the…

Doctor Faustus is a play by Christopher Marlowe. It was first published in 1604, eleven years after Marlowe’s death and at least ten years after the first performance of the play. Doctor Faustus is the story of a man coming to grief by his unbridled thirst for knowledge and power which leads him to his final damnation. It is a play of deep questions concerning morality, religion and man’s relationship to both. This play actually feeds the desire of the supernatural beliefs of the Elizabethan…

Hath in the skirts of Norway here and there Shark'd up a list of lawless resolutes”(1.1.107-110). This revenge scene helps in,with the development of the plot by having a counter offer of instead of attacking Denmark,they would go through Denmark to attack Poland. While going through Denmark right…

Motivations (A Discussion on the Motivations of Beowulf) Beowulf is an Epic poem estimated to be written in the year 1000, with an unknown author. Before this story was written it was known as an oral story, or one only told by speaking. This story is the code of the Anglo-Saxon people. To define the Anglo-Saxon code consisted of living a life where you gain Glory, or respect. They believed you have a duty to accomplish in your life. They also believed in having a role model that followed…