Entertainment
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Brussels tops global rankings for international meetings as tourism soars to new heights
Brussels has once again secured its position as the world’s top city for international meetings, according to the latest annual report from the Union of International Associations (UIA).26 June 2025Read More... -
Coffee prices keep climbing in Czech establishments
The cost of a cup of coffee in Czech restaurants and cafés has increased by 4% over the past year, now averaging CZK 57.80, according to data from the Dotykačka point-of-sale system.15 June 2025Read More... -
Swiss tourism set for record-breaking Summer
Following a record-setting winter in 2024/25, Swiss tourism is poised for continued growth this summer. According to economist Simon Flury from BAK Economics, the number of overnight27 May 2025Read More... -
French actor Gérard Depardieu convicted of sexual assault
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu was found guilty by a Paris court on Tuesday of sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021. The 76-year-old actor received an 18-month13 May 2025Read More... -
Strong public support in Switzerland for social media ban for under-16s
A large majority of Swiss residents support banning social media use for children under the age of 16, according to a new survey. Conducted by the Sotomo research institute, the study found11 May 2025Read More... -
World’s largest Zara store to open in Antwerp
Spanish fashion giant Inditex, owner of the Zara brand, has announced plans to open the world’s largest Zara store in Antwerp. The new flagship location will be housed in the Meir Corner06 May 2025Read More...
Economics
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EU and Ukraine reach agreement on modernised trade deal
The European Commission has concluded talks with Ukraine to update the EU-Ukraine Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA). This new agreement, reached in principle, marks aRead More... -
French PM Bayrou calls emergency pension talks after negotiations collapse
Talks between French trade unions and employers over pension reforms broke down Monday night, pushing Prime Minister François Bayrou to step in and call an urgent meetingRead More... -
Switzerland reclaims title as world’s most competitive economy
Switzerland has once again been ranked the world’s most competitive nation, reclaiming the top spot after recent years of trailing behind Nordic and Asian economies.Read More... -
Germany signals tight budget limits for upcoming EU spending plan
Germany has signaled that it will have limited room to boost financial contributions to the European Union's next seven-year budget, according to a policy paper obtained by Reuters.Read More... -
Germany’s imports from Russia plunge 95% since start of Ukraine war
Germany’s imports of goods from Russia dropped by a staggering 95% between 2021 and 2024, while its exports to Russia declined by 72%, according to data released Wednesday by theRead More...
News
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Dutch Minister proposes two-day delivery standard amid declining mail volumes
Demissionary Minister of Economic Affairs Vincent Karremans (VVD) has proposed extending the delivery time for standard letters and postcards from 24 to 48 hours, as the Dutch postal sectorRead More... -
Record heat triggers widespread alerts across Europe
A historic heatwave is gripping much of southern and eastern Europe, with France issuing an unprecedented number of heat alerts. As of now, 84 out of 96 mainland French departments areRead More... -
Europe scorched by killer heat dome: Spain nears 47°C, wildfires rage in Greece, storms hit France and Germany
Europe is sweltering under a record-breaking heatwave, with Spain bracing for temperatures up to 47°C this weekend. A tourist has already died from heatstroke in Mallorca, as Saharan heatRead More... -
Warsaw hosts 2025 World Justice Forum
This week, Warsaw is the meeting ground for hundreds of global advocates for the rule of law, as it hosts the 2025 World Justice Forum. The event, co-organised by Poland's Ministry of Justice,Read More... -
Germany to add 11,000 military personnel by year’s end: Bild
Germany plans to expand its armed forces by 11,000 personnel by the end of 2025, according to a report by Bild on Saturday. Citing government sources, the tabloid said the increase includesRead More... -
Sharp rise in Belgian property prices following tax cuts
House and apartment prices in Belgium have surged, driven by a recent cut in registration fees for property purchases, according to new data released by the Belgian statistics agency Statbel.Read More... -
Dutch residents smoking and drinking less, exercising more, and feeling healthier
People in the Netherlands are making healthier lifestyle choices and increasingly following the World Health Organization’s (WHO) guidelines, according to the 2024 Health Monitor by StatisticsRead More... -
French financial giants launch European defence investment fund
Four leading French financial institutions have joined forces to launch a new investment fund focused on European defence and security, amid growing momentum across the continent toRead More...
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Entertainment
Copenhagen's port earned the prestigious title of Europe’s Leading Cruise Port for 2024 at a distinguished ceremony held in Berlin on March 6th, 2024, by the esteemed World Travel Awards.
With the arrival of spring and the anticipation of summer, Flanders is preparing to relax its rules and regulations for outdoor swimming. This adjustment, first
Lithuanians lost a staggering €288 million to gambling and lotteries in 2023, according to Virginijus Daukšys, the chief of the Gaming Supervision Authority.
In an exciting first, Switzerland is set to host the prestigious European Film Awards at the Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre. The announcement marks a significant
The annual art and antiques extravaganza, TEFAF in Maastricht, will feature a coveted piece by Vincent van Gogh next month. The painting, titled “Tête de paysanne à
The reintroduction of swimming as a mandatory subject in elementary schools could incur an annual cost of up to 212 million euros, according to an unpublished report by SEO Economic
Venice is embarking on a yearlong series of commemorations to honor Marco Polo on the 700th anniversary of his death. The festivities kicked off during the opening of the Carnival season,
Preliminary data released on January 31 by the National Institute of Statistics (INE) showcases a record-breaking year for tourism in Central Portugal. The region stood out across various
Book sales in Portugal witnessed a five percent increase in 2023 compared to the previous year, driven primarily by younger demographics and the influence of social networks.
Tomorrowland, the renowned dance music festival held annually in Boom, Antwerp province, has opened ticket sales to Belgian customers. The festival, scheduled for the weekends of July