Entertainment
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Lady Gaga, Céline Dion, Aya Nakamura: The Mystery Surrounding the Olympic Opening Ceremony ContinuesWith three days to go until the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, speculation is rampant about the participation of a world-renowned singer.23 July 2024Read More...
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Ostend mayor imposes swimming ban on popular beach due to safety concernsMayor Bart Tommelein of Ostend has imposed a swimming ban on a popular beach stretch due to the formation of dangerous sand ridges.22 July 2024Read More...
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Norway reopens select salmon rivers amid continued concerns over declining populationsAs of July 11, 2024, nearly half of the 33 salmon rivers previously closed for fishing in Central and Southern Norway will be reopened for limited fishing. However, stricter regulations will be19 July 2024Read More...
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Green regions top choice for short trips in Flanders, study findsA recent study by Visit Flanders and the Flemish provincial tourist organizations reveals that green regions are the most popular destination for short holidays in26 June 2024Read More...
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Bosland in Limburg officially designated as National Park by Flemish governmentThe Flemish government has officially recognized Bosland as a national park, Environment Minister Zuhal Demir announced on Friday. However, the decision is still23 June 2024Read More...
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Exiled Belarusian author honored with Swiss literary prizeSasha Filipenko has been awarded the 2024 Pro Litteris main prize, valued at CHF 40,000 ($44,900). This prestigious Swiss copyright society prize is given annually to23 June 2024Read More...
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Art Basel launches amid economic uncertaintyA large crowd of people waits to enter the Art Basel fair.10 June 2024Read More...
Economics
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Swiss luxury watch industry faces major setback amid China-led sales slumpSales of Swiss-made luxury watches are experiencing a sharp decline as cautious consumers reconsider purchasing expensive timepieces, leading to a slump in one ofRead More...
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Swiss single-family home prices edge up slightly in Q2 2024In the second quarter of 2024, prices for single-family homes in Switzerland increased by 0.6% compared to the previous quarter, according to Zurich consultancy firm Fahrländer PartnerRead More...
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Nearly one in five Dutch residents skipped vacations last yearNearly one in five residents of the Netherlands did not go on vacation last year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The proportion of Dutch people aged 15 or older who stayed homeRead More...
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AkzoNobel's Russian branch paid €16 million in profit tax since Ukraine invasionDespite publicly stating a reduction in activities in Russia following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Dutch paint group AkzoNobel's Russian subsidiaries have shown growth.Read More...
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Swiss job market growth slows as vacancies declineThe pace of job market expansion in Switzerland is showing signs of deceleration, with a notable decrease in job vacancies reported in the second quarter of 2024,Read More...
News
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Drug-impaired driving in Belgium rises 30% since 2019The number of drivers in Belgium caught driving under the influence of drugs has surged by 30% over the past five years, according to figures released by theRead More...
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Eurostar urges passengers to postpone travel to France due to vandalism disruptionsEurostar has advised passengers to delay their travel plans if possible after acts of vandalism in France disrupted rail services between London and Paris.Read More...
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UNESCO expresses concerns over infrastructure works near Tournai Cathedral and BelfryThe Walloon city of Tournai has received a warning from UNESCO regarding infrastructure works near its cathedral and belfry. The warning was issued during a meetingRead More...
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Condominium prices rise in Switzerland's first half of 2024Residential property prices in Switzerland experienced varied trends in the first half of 2024. While condominium prices increased, single-family homes became more affordable duringRead More...
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Belarus offers solutions for German citizen on death rowDiplomats from Germany and Belarus have been in discussions regarding a German national sentenced to death in Belarus. According to reports from the Belarusian foreign ministry, Minsk hasRead More...
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Portuguese Police to Assist in Tackling Pickpocketing at Gentse FeestenStarting tomorrow, Portuguese police will join Ghent's local forces to combat pickpocketing during the 10-day Gentse Feesten festival. This collaboration is part of aRead More...
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Belgium tops EU for Palestinian asylum seekersBelgium has emerged as the leading EU country for Palestinian asylum seekers, surpassing Greece. According to the General Commission for Refugees and Stateless Persons (CGRS),Read More...
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Criminal network purchases hundreds of Amsterdam homes through mortgage fraudSince at least 2018, a criminal network connected to the cocaine trade has acquired or brokered hundreds of homes in Amsterdam through mortgage fraud, accordingRead More...
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August promises pleasant summer weather for the NetherlandsAs summer vacations commence for nearly everyone in the Netherlands, including the Northern region, the long-anticipated warm weather is on the horizon.Read More...
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Entertainment
Antwerp's renowned restaurant, The Jane, has once again been recognized as one of the top establishments in the culinary world, making it onto the prestigious 'World's Best 50 Restaurants'
Portuguese cinemas experienced a significant boost in May 2023, surpassing the one million movie-goers mark and achieving their best month of the year so far. According to the Institute
The 31st Federal Yodelling Festival has opened in Zug, Switzerland, with an estimated 150,000 visitors expected to attend by Sunday.
Antwerp has announced the establishment of a fund aimed at providing support to young artists as they embark on their careers. The city has allocated a total of 200,000 euros for the years
A significant international event dedicated to highlighting Polish musical heritage is scheduled to take place in the southeastern city of Rzeszów from July 2 to 9. Officials have announced that
In May, the Azores experienced a remarkable milestone as the region witnessed a record-breaking number of passengers disembarking at its airports. According to data released by the
Since the pandemic and the impact of the War in Ukraine began to subside, the return of tourists to Copenhagen has been noticeable, with Thursday witnessing the naming of the MSC Euribia
In a bid to encourage jogging and improve the quality of public spaces, Brussels has unveiled its new "be running" strategy. Developed by perspective.brussels, the initiative provides practical
Portugal has secured its position as one of the top 10 international luxury destinations for this summer, according to the Luxury Traveler Holiday Habits 2023 study
Commencing on 7th June and running until 7th January, the BELvue Museum in Brussels will showcase a captivating exhibition featuring art nouveau masterpieces from