Danes make cheeky bid for California as Trump seeks Greenland

Mr Trump has sparked controversy with his comments on Greenland (AP)

A light-hearted Danish petition to buy the state of California and “bring hygge to Hollywood” has appeared in response to US President Donald Trump’s talk about taking control of Greenland from Denmark.

The petition asks: “Have you ever looked at a map and thought: ‘You know what Denmark needs? More sunshine, palm trees, and roller skates?’