Entertainment
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Croatian city named among top European autumn destinationsWhile many travelers choose to take their holidays in the summer, others find autumn to be the ideal season for exploring Europe. With fewer crowds, more affordable22 September 2024Read More...
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Antwerp to build new public heritage depot to house 800,000 cultural artifactsAntwerp will soon have a new heritage depot in the Zuid district, designed to house the city’s entire heritage collection of 800,000 items and make them accessible to20 September 2024Read More...
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Belgian beaches covered in litter after busy tropical summer dayThe tropical summer weather on Monday drew large crowds to the Belgian coast, resulting in plenty of beach fun and a vibrant atmosphere—but also a significant13 August 2024Read More...
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29 suspected drug dealers arrested at Tomorrowland festival, court hearings scheduledDuring the two weekends of the Tomorrowland festival in Boom, Antwerp province, authorities apprehended a total of 29 suspected drug dealers on and around the30 July 2024Read More...
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Cider Festival returns to Prague with over 100 varietiesAre you a fan of cider? Experience over 100 different varieties at the Cider Festival taking place on September 16 and 17.29 July 2024Read More...
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Tens of thousands celebrate at Rotterdam Summer CarnivalThe Summer Carnival in Rotterdam was celebrated with a joyful atmosphere, drawing tens of thousands of attendees to the city's center. The vibrant street parade,28 July 2024Read More...
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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...
News
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Walckiers Park in Brussels reopens for the first time since the 1960sWalckiers Park in Brussels has reopened to the public for the first time since it closed in the 1960s. The park is noted for its exceptional biodiversity, particularly as a habitat forRead More...
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Sweden suggests Iran may be involved in attacks near Israeli embassiesSweden's security service, Sapo, has indicated that Iran may have been involved in recent explosions and gunfire near the Israeli embassies in Stockholm and Copenhagen earlier this week.Read More...
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24 percent fewer asylum applications in Germany this yearAccording to EU data, the number of asylum applications in Germany has decreased more significantly than the European average. However, a sharp increase in refugees from one country mayRead More...
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Flemish government moves forward with road tax for foreign driversFlemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder (N-VA) announced on Tuesday that the government will begin work immediately on implementing a road tax for foreign drivers using Flemish roads.Read More...
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Nationals of Slovenia, Greece, Denmark, and Cyprus now eligible for visa-free travel to ChinaCitizens of Slovenia, Greece, Denmark, and Cyprus can now travel to China without needing a visa. In a recent decision, China has waived visa requirements forRead More...
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Swiss House of Representatives recognizes Holodomor famine as genocideThe Swiss House of Representatives has officially recognized the "Holodomor"—a famine orchestrated by Stalin's regime that led to the deaths of around four millionRead More...
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Sweden accuses Iran of orchestrating text campaign inciting protests over Quran burningsSwedish authorities have accused Iran of being behind a mass text messaging campaign that incited protests in response to recent Quran burnings.Read More...
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Yael and Lauder Foundations partner to transform Jewish education across EuropeIn a landmark collaboration, two prominent Jewish philanthropic foundations have joined forces to reshape Jewish education throughout Europe. Uri Poliavich, founderRead More...
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400 volunteers in Brussels clean canal for World Cleanup DayOn Friday morning, around 400 Brussels residents participated in a large-scale cleanup of the Brussels–Scheldt Maritime Canal, marking their contribution toRead More...
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Politics
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UK PM Starmer seeks to rebuild 'positive' relationship with EU on first Brussels visitBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his intent to restore a "stable and positive" relationship with the European Union during his first official...03 October 2024Read More...
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Marine Le Pen and National Rally party stand trial over allegations of EU fund embezzlementFrench far-right leader Marine Le Pen, along with her National Rally party and 24 other individuals, went on trial Monday, facing accusations of embezzling...30 September 2024Read More...
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Macron urges Iranian leader to de-escalate Lebanon conflict and end support for RussiaFrench President Emmanuel Macron has called on Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to use Iran’s influence to help reduce tensions in Lebanon, where...26 September 2024Read More...
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Visa scandal uncovered in Poland: 366,000 permits issued under PiS governmentOver 366,000 visas were granted to citizens from Muslim and African countries during the tenure of the Law and Justice (PiS) government in Poland.23 September 2024Read More...
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Brandenburg election: far-right AfD poised for another winVoters in the German state of Brandenburg went to the polls on Sunday for a regional election, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) expected...22 September 2024Read More...
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French Commissioner Thierry Breton resigns, raising questions over Von der Leyen’s leadershipThierry Breton, the European Commissioner for the Internal Market, responsible for technology and defense, announced his resignation from the European...16 September 2024Read More...
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German opposition conservatives reach 3.5-year high in pollsGermany's opposition conservatives, the Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU), have reached their highest nationwide poll rating in three and a half years,...15 September 2024Read More...
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Swedish Foreign Minister signals potential new sanctions against Chinese firmsSwedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billström has indicated that the EU might impose additional sanctions on Chinese companies suspected of circumventing...05 August 2024Read More...
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EU extends sanctions on Russia until January 2025 amid ongoing Ukraine conflictThe European Union has decided to extend its economic sanctions on Russia for another six months, with the new expiry date set for January 31, 2025....23 July 2024Read More...
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Ukraine bolsters air defense with third German Patriot system deliveryUkraine has received its third German Patriot air defense system, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced in a video message on Sunday evening.22 July 2024Read More...
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Finnish parliament approves controversial border law changesThe Finnish parliament has passed a contentious government bill aimed at revising the nation’s border laws, known as the deportation bill.14 July 2024Read More...
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French union leader warns of potential Olympic protests if Macron blocks left-wing governmentA leading French trade unionist has urged President Emmanuel Macron to allow a left-wing alliance to govern after it emerged as the front-runner in...11 July 2024Read More...
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Celebrating a century: the significance of the Swiss Abroad CongressThe Congress of the Swiss Abroad, set to take place from July 11-13 in Lucerne, marks its 100th edition this year. Despite evolving over the years, the...11 July 2024Read More...
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Flemish Minister-President highlights Flanders' EU role and calls for domestic reforms in diplomatic addressOn the eve of Flanders Day, Flemish Minister-President Jan Jambon (N-VA) addressed over 150 diplomats stationed in Flanders, underscoring the crucial...10 July 2024Read More...
Economics
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First-time buyers in the Netherlands need €42,000 deposit for an average homeFirst-time home buyers in the Netherlands need an average of €42,000 from their own funds to secure a mortgage, according to the latest figures.08 October 2024Read More...
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Nearly half of job vacancies in Flanders no longer require a diploma or work experienceA recent analysis shows that nearly 50% of job vacancies in Flanders no longer require formal qualifications or prior work experience. With labor shortages...04 October 2024Read More...
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Eurozone business activity declines after Paris Olympics boostBusiness activity in the eurozone saw its first decline in seven months in September, following a slowdown in France after the Paris Olympic Games, according...26 September 2024Read More...
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France to submit debt reduction plan to EU by end of OctoberFrance is set to present its plan to reduce public debt to the European Commission by the end of October, according to EU officials on Monday.23 September 2024Read More...
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EU aid to Ukraine reaches $131 billion, including $48.4 billion in military supportThe European Union's total aid to Ukraine has now reached $131 billion, including $48.4 billion in military support, according to EU Commission Vice...18 September 2024Read More...
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Germany’s competitiveness must be top priority, says Finance Minister LindnerGermany's economic competitiveness needs to become a top political priority, as concerns about the country’s economic future are leading citizens...09 September 2024Read More...
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German exports to Poland surpass those to China in first half of the yearGerman exporters sold more goods to Poland than to China during the first half of the year, according to an analysis released on Friday. This shift...16 August 2024Read More...
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Slowdown in German services sector continues in July, PMI revealsGrowth in Germany's services sector decelerated for the second consecutive month in July, according to a survey released on Monday. This trend further...06 August 2024Read More...
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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...17 July 2024Read 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...13 July 2024Read 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...11 July 2024Read 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...10 July 2024Read 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...10 July 2024Read More...
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Switzerland faces dependency on imports until end of 2024Switzerland is set to rely entirely on imports for its food supply until the conclusion of 2024, according to a statement from the Swiss Farmers' Union....09 July 2024Read More...
Business
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Belgian beers shine at World Beer Awards, winning 11 prestigious prizesEleven Belgian beers have been recognized at the World Beer Awards, an international competition held in England. Among the winners, two Belgian beers...09 August 2024Read More...
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French taxi drivers call for compensation over Olympic revenue lossesFrench taxi drivers are urging the government to provide compensation for significant revenue losses incurred during the Olympic Games due to traffic...02 August 2024Read More...
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Roche overtakes Nestlé as Switzerland's most valuable companyThe pharmaceutical group Roche has surpassed Nestlé to become the most valuable Swiss company, driven by strong performance and significant losses in...28 July 2024Read More...
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Dutch authorities probe Van Oord for alleged bribery linked to former Kazakh presidentThe Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) is currently investigating Van Oord, an international marine contractor, for suspected bribery in Kazakhstan....27 June 2024Read More...
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Ronaldinho launches "R10" restaurant in GenevaFootball legend Ronaldinho has opened his first restaurant near Geneva, Switzerland. The restaurant, named "R10" after his iconic football shirt number,...24 June 2024Read More...