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Belgium to deploy troops to Paris for Olympic security boost

Belgium is set to bolster security measures at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris by dispatching soldiers, joining a roster of foreign nations contributing to safeguarding the event.

Unprecedented surge in aggression reports during Flemish youth football season

The Flemish youth and amateur football association, Voetbal Vlaanderen, experienced an unprecedented rise in reports of aggression during last season's youth football matches. Between

Paris 2024 Olympics: over 1,600 housing units to become student accommodation post-Games

In September 2024, the Paris Olympic Games will leave a significant material legacy. Minister of Higher Education, Sylvie Retailleau, announced on October 26 in Le Parisien that after the

Flanders aims to regulate foreign takeovers in amateur soccer

Similar to the professional soccer arena, an increasing number of Belgian amateur clubs are falling under the ownership of foreign investors. Flemish Sports Minister Ben Weyts (N-VA) has

France's tax incentive for FIFA: a costly mistake

An amendment in the 2024 draft budget seeks to grant tax exemptions to international sports federations, a move that raises concerns in the context of France's limited fiscal flexibility.

Antwerp Marathon prepares for record-breaking edition amid heightened security

Antwerp is gearing up to host the third edition of the Antwerp Marathon this Sunday, with an anticipated record-breaking turnout of 12,000 participants. However, security measures have been

Portugal, Spain, and Morocco to co-host 2030 FIFA World Cup

FIFA has officially announced that the 2030 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. This decision was reached unanimously during the FIFA Council meeting.

Millions of football enthusiasts apply for Euro 2024 tickets

In a frenzy of excitement, football enthusiasts have flooded the registration process, vying for a chance to secure tickets for the European Championships set to take place in Germany next

Dutch Football Association charges charity €100 per shirt in fundraising auction

An auction featuring football shirts signed by the Dutch World Cup team last year, which raised a total of €380,000, has yet to reach its intended beneficiaries – the migrant workers who

Euro 2024: Belgium inches closer to qualification, but defensive doubts linger

Following a narrow 1-0 victory over Azerbaijan on Saturday, Belgium secured an impressive 5-0 win against Estonia in the fifth round of UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying.

Technology

Organic market thrives in Switzerland, surpassing CHF4 billion in sales
Despite concerns over inflation and escalating prices dampening consumer confidence, Swiss consumers embraced organic produce last year, driving sales to a record CHF4.08 billion
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Survey: 22% of Belgians firmly oppose electric cars for their next vehicle
A recent survey commissioned by insurer Europ Assistance has shed light on Belgians' attitudes towards electric cars. According to the findings, 22% of respondents firmly stated that their next
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Record complaints over wind turbines in Flanders spark policy debate
In 2023, Flanders saw the highest number of complaints about wind turbines in the past seven years, totaling 66 grievances, as revealed by Flemish Environment
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Experts: government action could kickstart 100,000 home construction
A consultancy firm, Capital Value, renowned in the Dutch residential investment sector, asserts that the construction of 100,000 homes could commence this year with
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UK and Denmark unveil transformative Viking Link underwater cable project
As the world confronts the challenges of climate change and energy sustainability, the UK and Denmark have initiated a groundbreaking collaboration poised to deliver electricity to a staggering
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Mondelez Polska invests $1 million in solar power for Polish chocolate factories
Poland's largest chocolate manufacturer, Mondelez Polska, is set to invest $1 million (4 million zloty) in solar installations across three of its seven production facilities in the country.
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Decreased interest in electric cars: 42% of Belgians uninterested in switching
The enthusiasm for electric cars in Belgium seems to be diminishing, as 42% of households now express a reluctance to switch to an electric or hybrid vehicle, according to a survey
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Portuguese IMT's online driving license platform: accelerating demand and convenience
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Tesla's Model Y emerges as top choice in Dutch car market for 2023
Last year, the Dutch purchased 369,791 new family cars, marking an increase of over 50,000 compared to 2022, as per data from motoring organizations Bovag, Rai Vereniging, and RDC.
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Belgium shifts: renewable energy surpasses fossil fuels in electricity production
De Standaard reports a significant shift in Belgium's energy landscape, marking the first time in history where renewable energy sources have outpaced fossil fuels in electricity generation.
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European Court of Human Rights rejects Kirkorov’s case against Lithuania entry ban
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has dismissed a complaint filed by Russian pop star Philipp Kirkorov against Lithuania's decision to bar his entry into the country.

23 April 2024
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Risnjak National Park: Croatia's hidden gem wins Europe's top spot
Nestled within Croatia's picturesque Gorski Kotar region, Risnjak National Park emerges as a beacon of untouched beauty, earning recognition as one of Europe's premier destinations sans the

23 April 2024
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Swiss castles experience record visitor numbers
In 2023, the National Association of Swiss Castles witnessed a historic milestone, welcoming over 1.3 million visitors to its 28 castles. This achievement marks a new record for the organization,

23 April 2024
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Underground surge: Belgium grapples with 2,214 illegal gambling websites
Research conducted by gambling analysis firm Yield Sec has unveiled a concerning trend in Belgium's online gambling landscape. According to their findings, a staggering 2,214 illegal gambling

14 April 2024
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Flanders and Brussels Embrace Slow Art Day, inviting visitors to savor artistic experiences
On April 13th, several museums in Flanders and Brussels will once again host a variety of activities as part of Slow Art Day, an annual tradition aimed at encouraging a deeper

12 April 2024
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4 Croatian beaches named Europe’s best
As Croatia gears up for what promises to be its most spectacular summer season yet, the BookRetreats Summer 2024 Report has officially unveiled the top beaches across Europe, catering to

10 April 2024
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Tourism thrives in Flanders, surpassing pre-pandemic levels
Preliminary data from the statistics agency Statbel reveal that tourism in Flanders soared in 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. A total of 14.6 million domestic and international tourists

29 March 2024
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Politics

Dutch Interior Minister Hugo de Jonge expresses concerns over AI and the surge in disinformation
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Electric car market share declines across Europe, but not in Belgium
In March, new passenger car registrations in the EU experienced a 5.2 percent decline, totaling 1.03 million fewer cars compared to the same period in 2023, marking the first downturn this
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Conference of European right-wing conservatives in Brussels called off
A planned gathering of right-wing conservative leaders from various European countries, slated to occur in the Brussels district of Etterbeek, has been cancelled. Originally scheduled
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Poland rejects EU migrant relocation plan: PM Tusk
Poland's Prime Minister, Donald Tusk, has declared that Warsaw will not endorse the European Union's migrant relocation mechanism, despite its endorsement by the European Parliament.
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"Putin's Brain": "Jerusalem will be Russian or it won't exist at all"
Renowned Russian philosopher and political scientist Alexander Dugin, the creator of the imperial ideology embraced by Russian President Vladimir Putin, has predicted a "Russian" future for
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News

New study reveals camp Amersfoort's undisclosed role as a Holocaust concentration camp
Recent research conducted by historian Amanda Kluveld of Maastricht University has shed new light on the historical significance of Camp Amersfoort during the Second World War.
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Bpost workers strike in Brussels and Wallonia
The ongoing strike at Bpost, the Belgian postal service, which commenced on Monday, has caused significant disruptions to its operations.
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NATO Secretary General honored with Belgium's highest distinction
Jens Stoltenberg, the Secretary General of NATO since 2014, was awarded Belgium's highest honor, the Grand Cordon in the Order of Leopold, on Friday. Stoltenberg,
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Amsterdam sees doubling of recent immigrants in ten years, mainly from Italy, UK, and US
The number of Amsterdam residents classified as recent immigrants—those born abroad and relocating to the Netherlands within the past decade—has surged twofold between 2013 and 2023,
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EU plans new sanctions following Iran's attack on Israel
In light of the significant Iranian air assault on Israel, the European Union is gearing up to implement sanctions targeting companies vital to Tehran's drone and missile production,
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More than 30% of Belgians opt for cycling as commute option
A recent survey conducted by the FPS Mobility revealed that in 2023, over 30% of Belgians chose cycling as their mode of transportation for commuting to work, either entirely or partially.
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Direct train service from Amsterdam to Basel to be discontinued this summer
The daily train service connecting Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Arnhem to Switzerland will come to an end this summer, as German operator Deutsche Bahn has decided to discontinue
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EU launches MILEX 24 military exercise to enhance crisis management capacity
Today marks the commencement of MILEX 24, the European Union's military exercise aimed at bolstering crisis management and operational deployment capabilities. Led by Lieutenant General
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Tajik opposition activist detained in Lithuania over alleged terrorist links
Sulaimon Davlatov, a Tajik opposition activist, has been arrested in Lithuania and is reportedly facing two months of detention, according to his representatives. The State Security Department
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