Dagbladet Information

Hidden in plain sight, Dagbladet Information holds a unique place in Danish history. This isn’t just any newspaper. Dagbladet Information was born from the Danish resistance movement during World War II. Imagine, in 1943, under the noses of the German occupying forces, a group of brave individuals dared to publish an illegal newspaper. Dagbladet Information became a beacon of hope, a voice of defiance against oppression. The newspaper was officially founded in August 1945, after the liberation of Denmark. Its first editor, Børge Outze, continued to lead the paper until his death in 1980. Dagbladet Information remains fiercely independent. It’s owned by A/S Information and published from Monday to Saturday right here in Copenhagen. While politically independent, it leans left-liberal, offering critical perspectives on all political organizations. The paper is known for its in-depth analyses and collaborations with international publications like The Guardian and The Independent. Dagbladet Information even printed some of the less offensive entries from the Iranian Holocaust cartoon exhibition in 2006, a bold move following the Jyllands-Posten Muhammad cartoons controversy. Dagbladet Information transitioned from broadsheet to compact format in 2004. Despite being the smallest national daily newspaper in Denmark, its circulation remains around 22,000. Dagbladet Information serves as a reminder of the power of the press, especially during times of conflict. It continues to provide insightful analysis and critical perspectives on current events.