Entertainment
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Tourism thrives in Flanders, surpassing pre-pandemic levelsPreliminary 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 tourists29 March 2024Read More...
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Prague airport expands direct connections with summer schedule launchPrague Airport is set to broaden its direct connection network with the introduction of the summer flight schedule, which takes effect at the end of March. Among the new destinations added25 March 2024Read More...
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Swiss Alpine ski resorts anticipate 40% reduction in snow daysA recent study predicts a significant decline in snow days at Alpine ski resorts by the end of the century, with natural snow cover possibly disappearing altogether in one out of every eight15 March 2024Read More...
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Copenhagen named Europe’s premier cruise port for 2024Copenhagen'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.10 March 2024Read More...
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Relaxing regulations: Flanders prepares for open-air swimming seasonWith the arrival of spring and the anticipation of summer, Flanders is preparing to relax its rules and regulations for outdoor swimming. This adjustment, first25 February 2024Read More...
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Watchdog reveals Lithuanians' €288 million gambling loss in 2023, sparks tighter ad rules proposalLithuanians lost a staggering €288 million to gambling and lotteries in 2023, according to Virginijus Daukšys, the chief of the Gaming Supervision Authority.20 February 2024Read More...
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Switzerland to host 37th European Film Awards for the first timeIn an exciting first, Switzerland is set to host the prestigious European Film Awards at the Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre. The announcement marks a significant20 February 2024Read More...
Economics
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Rise in foreign buyers of property in PortugalIn 2023, residential property purchases by Portuguese residents experienced a significant decline of 19.8% compared to 2022, totaling 126,108 units, representing 92.4% ofRead More...
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Amsterdam tops wealth charts: 70 times higher than VlissingenAccording to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Amsterdam leads the pack in terms of wealth per resident among Dutch municipalities. As of the end of 2022, Amsterdam boasted a staggeringRead More...
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Czechia to propose EU ban on Russian and Belarusian grain importsCzech Agriculture Minister Marek Výborný has announced plans to advocate for a ban on Russian and Belarusian grain imports into the European Union during this week's European CouncilRead More...
News
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Turkish-Kurdish clashes leave six injured in LimburgSix individuals sustained injuries during clashes between individuals of Kurdish and Turkish descent in the Belgian province of Limburg on Sunday. Police presence will be heightened at the siteRead More...
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Hundreds rally against racism in BrusselsBrussels witnessed a significant demonstration on Sunday as several hundred individuals took to the streets to protest against racism and advocate for equal rights.Read More...
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Housing prices see 8.2% increase in 2023The Housing Price Index (IPHab) reported an 8.2% increase in 2023, marking a slight slowdown compared to the previous year's growth rate of 12.6%. The number of house transactions alsoRead More...
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Guyana authorities apprehend Dutch fugitive allegedly linked to Italian mafiaIn a significant development, Guyana authorities have apprehended a Dutch fugitive with purported ties to the notorious Italian mafia syndicate, 'Ndrangheta. Identified as Vitesh G. (50),Read More...
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Insurance costs for 2016 Brussels terrorist attacks surpass 77 million eurosAccording to data compiled by industry federation Assuralia, insurers have disbursed a total of 77.2 million euros to victims of the terrorist attacks that struck Brussels Airport and MaelbeekRead More...
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China excludes Portugal from visa exemption policyPortugal finds itself among the select few Western European nations whose citizens do not enjoy visa exemptions for entry into China, as Beijing extends this privilege to sixRead More...
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Belgium grants additional military assistance to UkraineThe Belgian government has approved an additional €412 million in aid to Ukraine, announced Defence Minister Ludivine Dedonder on Friday. This latest aid package encompasses the provisionRead More...
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Belgium grants citizenship to record 55,000 foreigners in 2023In a notable development, nearly 55,000 foreigners obtained Belgian citizenship in 2023, marking the highest figure in two decades, primarily following an integration process.Read More...
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Poles' views on nations: Americans and Italians favored, Russians and Belarusians disapprovedRead More...
According to a survey conducted by pollster CBOS, Poles hold favorable views of Americans and Italians, while expressing disapproval towards Russians and Belarusians.
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The 2022 Europa League final will be played in Budapest, UEFA announced Monday following an executive committee meeting in Amsterdam.
Four-time Grand Slam winner Kim Clijsters announced Sunday she will return after seven years in retirement at the WTA tournament in Dubai starting on February 17.
La Liga president Javier Tebas has warned Europe's top clubs of the destabilising effect seeking further riches through a revamped Champions League or FIFA's new
Belgian Marc Wilmots announced he was leaving his position as coach of Iran after six matches in charge which included a 14-0 victory over Cambodia, he said on Twitter.
Bucharest hosts the draw for Euro 2020 on Saturday with the fates of World Cup holders France and reigning European champions Portugal providing the greatest interest just over six months
Juventus president Andrea Agnelli on Thursday asked the club’s shareholders to approve a 300 million euro ($333 million) capital increase to help expand the Italian club’s global ambitions.
Sprinter Dylan Groenewegen has extended his stay with up-and-coming Dutch cycling team Jumbo-Visma intil 2023, the rider said on Monday.
Cycling legend Eddy Merckx, 74, was out of intensive care on Monday after being treated for a serious head injury suffered when he fell from his bike.
Double Olympic 100 metres champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will go head to head with British sprint star Dina Asher-Smith at the Anniversary Games in London this
England revelled in their first World Cup triumph on Monday, soaking up the adulation of a disbelieving nation after one of the most extraordinary finishes to a cricket match in history.