
Entertainment
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DiscoverEU marks 40 years of Schengen with 40,000 free travel passes for young Europeans
The European Commission is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Schengen Area by offering 40,000 young Europeans the chance to explore the continent through DiscoverEU, part of the31 October 2025Read More... -
Brussels universities to award honorary doctorates to Stromae, Lize Spit, and Amélie Nothomb
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) announced on Monday that Stromae, Lize Spit, Amélie Nothomb, François Schuiten, and Ever Meulen will receive joint honorary doctorates from VUB and27 October 2025Read More... -
Stolen Renaissance masterpiece returns to Italy after 52 years
After more than half a century, a stolen Renaissance painting has finally returned home to Italy. *Madonna with Child*, a tempera-on-wood masterpiece by Venetian painter Antonio Solario,31 July 2025Read More... -
Belgian seaside resorts: highlights of royal De Panne
While Ostend is often dubbed the queen of Belgium’s seaside resorts, the country’s coastline offers many other gems worth discovering. In this series, Belga English explores four distinctive20 July 2025Read More... -
Louis Vuitton named suspect in Dutch money laundering probe
Luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton has been named a suspect in a Dutch money laundering investigation, according to the Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM). The OM alleges that18 July 2025Read More... -
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...
News
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Germany to invest €26.5 billion in soldier equipment and armoured vehicles
Germany is set to channel €26.5 billion into modernising troop gear and expanding its fleet of wheeled armoured vehicles over the next decade, according to a finance ministry document seenRead More... -
Germany signals backing for Brazil’s new tropical forest protection fund ahead of COP30
Germany has pledged support for a sweeping Brazilian initiative designed to reward developing nations for preserving their tropical forests, as world leaders gather on the fringes of the AmazonRead More... -
Thousands gather in Amsterdam to mark Kristallnacht anniversary
Thousands of people convened at Amsterdam’s Portuguese Synagogue on Sunday for the annual Kristallnacht commemoration, 87 years after the Nazi pogrom in which Jewish businessesRead More... -
Anti-Israel protesters disrupt Israel Philharmonic concert in Paris
A concert by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in Paris was repeatedly disrupted Thursday night after anti-Israel protesters set off flares inside the venue, prompting clashes with audienceRead More... -
Nexperia quietly bought a €6.7 million estate in a small Dutch village—apparently for its controversial former top executive
This summer, chipmaker Nexperia purchased a lavish countryside estate in Loenen aan de Vecht for about 6.7 million euros, according to an investigation by RTL Z. The property includes aRead More... -
Wallonia blocks Swiss military-bound shipment to Israel at Liège Airport
A shipment travelling from Switzerland to Israel was seized at Liège Airport last month after authorities determined it contained military-related equipment. The incident was first revealed byRead More... -
Iran frees two French nationals after more than three years in detention
Iran has released two French citizens held for over three years, French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Tuesday.Read More... -
Government of the Netherlands launches nationwide campaign urging citizens to prepare for 72 hours without power or water
Amid rising geopolitical tensions and the growing impact of climate change, the Dutch government has launched a nationwide preparedness campaign encouraging citizens to ready themselvesRead More...

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Politics
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Ex-minister Ziobro rejects corruption allegations, labels case political
Former Polish justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro vowed on Saturday to pursue “legal and political” action after parliament voted to lift his immunity,...10 November 2025Read More... -
Pro-Russian hackers briefly disrupt Belgian Telecom websites in DDoS attack
A wave of DDoS attacks briefly disrupted the websites of Belgian telecom operators Proximus and Scarlet on Wednesday morning, with the pro-Russian...06 November 2025Read More... -
French Parliament weighs wealth tax as budget gap looms
France’s government on Friday defended its proposed alternative to a sweeping tax on the ultra-rich, as lawmakers clashed over how to tap the country’s...31 October 2025Read More... -
French lawmakers approve unexpected tax increases on global companies amid budget turmoil
French lawmakers have passed two unexpected tax hikes targeting multinational corporations, challenging Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s government...29 October 2025Read More... -
Protests sweep France as new Prime Minister steps in
France woke up to a wave of protests today, just as Sébastien Lecornu officially took over as the country’s new prime minister.10 September 2025Read More... -
Marine Le Pen’s Appeal Trial Set for January, Months Before Key Elections
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is heading back to court early next year, in a case that could determine whether she’s allowed to run in France’s...08 September 2025Read More... -
French socialists vow tax hikes on the super-rich if they take power
France’s Socialist Party has promised to raise taxes on the ultra-wealthy and abandon austerity measures if it comes to power, as Prime Minister...04 September 2025Read More... -
US tells Denmark to “calm down” over Greenland influence allegations
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Running out of sanctions, Europe looks to Trump to turn the screws on Putin
The European Union is preparing yet another round of sanctions against Russia — its 19th since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in...26 August 2025Read More... -
Macron announces France will recognize Palestinian statehood
French President Emmanuel Macron announced Thursday that France will formally recognize the State of Palestine, citing the urgent need to end the war...24 July 2025Read More... -
Serious political tension around the “Jewish question” in Brussels
A new wave of political tension around the “Jewish question” in Brussels occurred last week after 26 members of the newly formed European Parliament...24 July 2025Read More... -
Veteran politicians step down as Norway’s Parliament faces a major transition
A wave of political change is sweeping through Norway as numerous long-serving Members of Parliament (MPs) have decided not to seek re-election this...20 July 2025Read More... -
French Finance Minister urges extension of EU-U.S. trade talks to secure better deal
France’s Finance Minister, Eric Lombard, has called for the extension of ongoing trade negotiations between the European Union and the United States,...29 June 2025Read More... -
Russia to summon German ambassador over alleged harassment of journalists
Russia announced plans to summon the German ambassador in response to what it describes as ongoing harassment of Russian journalists in Germany, according...26 June 2025Read More...
Economics
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6,500 third-country nationals receive short-term work permits in Estonia in 2025
Roughly 6,500 non-EU nationals have taken up short-term employment in Estonia this year, with Ukrainians, Moldovans, and Uzbeks making up the largest...11 November 2025Read More... -
Brussels unemployment rises, with sharpest increase among highly educated
Unemployment in Brussels climbed by 4 percent in October compared with the same month last year, with the steepest rise recorded among highly educated...07 November 2025Read More... -
Construction workers stage major strike across french-speaking Switzerland
Construction sites across French-speaking Switzerland fell silent on Monday as nearly 7,000 workers walked off the job, escalating a nationwide wave...03 November 2025Read More... -
EU trade deals boost export growth and strengthen economic resilience
The European Union’s expanding network of trade agreements is delivering tangible benefits for European businesses, helping them diversify export...03 November 2025Read More... -
Swiss banks continue to scale back hiring as job postings decline
The slowdown in hiring across Switzerland’s banking sector shows no sign of easing. New figures from the job platform Indeed reveal that vacancies...01 November 2025Read More... -
EU approves €750 million plan to strengthen Estonia’s electricity security
The European Commission has given the green light to Estonia’s €750 million strategic reserve — a major initiative designed to ensure the country’s...28 October 2025Read More... -
Zug named Switzerland’s most competitive canton – Ticino and Graubünden trail behind
Zug continues to lead the pack as Switzerland’s most competitive canton, followed closely by Basel-City and Zurich, according to the latest UBS Cantonal...28 August 2025Read More... -
French political turmoil sparks recession concerns, warns Carrefour CEO
France’s fragile political climate could tip the country’s economy into recession, according to Alexandre Bompard, the chief executive of Carrefour...27 August 2025Read More... -
French inflation holds steady at 0.9% in July
France’s annual consumer price inflation remained unchanged in July, matching both forecasts and initial estimates, the national statistics agency...15 August 2025Read More... -
New car prices in the Netherlands surge past €50,000, pricing out many buyers
The average price of a new car in the Netherlands has soared above €50,000, placing car ownership out of reach for many Dutch consumers, according...04 August 2025Read More... -
Croatia’s average net monthly salary climbs to €1,451
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Luxury market slows globally, but Switzerland defies the trend
The global luxury market is losing momentum, with demand softening in key regions like China. However, Switzerland continues to buck the trend, showing...30 July 2025Read More... -
Brussels rents climb as housing costs rise across Europe
Rental prices in Brussels have seen a significant increase over the past five years, with the average cost of a three-bedroom apartment in the city...28 July 2025Read More... -
France: Macron unveils plan for major defense spending increase
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to boost military spending by €6.5 billion over the next two years, citing growing threats to...14 July 2025Read More... -
French inflation revised up to 0.9% in June as service costs rise
French consumer prices increased more than previously estimated in June, reflecting a wider trend across the euro zone of gradually rising inflation,...11 July 2025Read More...
Business
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Shein pulls products worldwide after failing EU safety tests
Shein has removed several products from sale across all markets after reports revealed widespread breaches of European safety rules in items sold...31 October 2025Read More... -
Heineken to invest $2.8 billion in Mexico, new brewery planned for Yucatán
Heineken has unveiled plans to invest $2.8 billion (approximately €2.6 billion) in a series of initiatives across Mexico, according to Oriol Bonaclocha,...12 June 2025Read More... -
Spar Switzerland up for sale by South African parent company
The South African-owned Spar Group is planning to sell its Swiss subsidiary, Schweizer Spar Handels AG. The company confirmed the sale in a press release,...30 May 2025Read More... -
US fund to invest €40 million in Portuguese tourism through Room00 expansion
American investment firm King Street Capital Management has committed up to €400 million to Spanish hospitality group Room00, with around €40 million...14 May 2025Read More... -
Tesla sales in Europe plunge 45% in early 2025
Tesla's vehicle sales in Europe dropped by a staggering 45% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, according to data from the European Automobile...24 April 2025Read More... -
French alcohol exports decline in 2024 amid weak Chinese demand
French wine and spirits exports dropped for the second consecutive year in 2024, impacted by declining demand for premium products, lower prices, a...12 February 2025Read More... -
Swiss business landscape: surge in bankruptcies but growth in start-ups
Switzerland experienced a sharp rise in company bankruptcies last year, yet the number of new business registrations also grew. The trends varied significantly...05 February 2025Read More...
