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Football: 4,000 police officers and gendarmes deployed for the France-Israel match

A total of 4,000 police officers and gendarmes will be deployed on Thursday for the "high-risk" France-Israel match at the Stade de France, in Saint-Denis, as part of the Nations League, Paris

1.2 million tickets remain for Paris Olympics despite record sales

Despite achieving record-breaking sales, there are still 1.2 million tickets available for the upcoming Paris Olympic Games, which commence next week.

Diplomatic tensions rise as Germany summons Turkish ambassador over controversial Euro 2024 gesture

Germany has summoned Turkey's ambassador as the controversy over a Turkish player's ultra-nationalist gesture at Euro 2024 escalates.

Paris police chief highlights islamist terrorism as key security concern for upcoming Olympics

As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games approach, the chief of police in the French capital, Laurent Nunez, has identified Islamist terrorism as the primary security concern.

Belgium to deploy troops to Paris for Olympic security boost

Belgium is set to bolster security measures at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris by dispatching soldiers, joining a roster of foreign nations contributing to safeguarding the event.

Unprecedented surge in aggression reports during Flemish youth football season

The Flemish youth and amateur football association, Voetbal Vlaanderen, experienced an unprecedented rise in reports of aggression during last season's youth football matches. Between

Paris 2024 Olympics: over 1,600 housing units to become student accommodation post-Games

In September 2024, the Paris Olympic Games will leave a significant material legacy. Minister of Higher Education, Sylvie Retailleau, announced on October 26 in Le Parisien that after the

Flanders aims to regulate foreign takeovers in amateur soccer

Similar to the professional soccer arena, an increasing number of Belgian amateur clubs are falling under the ownership of foreign investors. Flemish Sports Minister Ben Weyts (N-VA) has

France's tax incentive for FIFA: a costly mistake

An amendment in the 2024 draft budget seeks to grant tax exemptions to international sports federations, a move that raises concerns in the context of France's limited fiscal flexibility.

Antwerp Marathon prepares for record-breaking edition amid heightened security

Antwerp is gearing up to host the third edition of the Antwerp Marathon this Sunday, with an anticipated record-breaking turnout of 12,000 participants. However, security measures have been

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Switzerland: Europe’s rail travel champion
Switzerland continues to dominate European rail travel, leading by a wide margin in both the number of train journeys per person and total kilometers traveled.
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More small homes in the Netherlands, but most residents want more space: PBL report
The number of compact homes in the Netherlands, defined as those measuring 50 square meters or less, is steadily rising. A significant factor in this trend is the growth of "flexible homes," a
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KBC’s mobile banking app ranked best in the World
Belgian bank KBC’s mobile app has been recognized as the best in the world by consulting firm Sia Partners. The app, which includes a digital assistant named Kate, claimed the top spot in a
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ETH Zurich ranked top university in Europe
ETH Zurich, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, has once again been recognized as the top university in continental Europe, according to the latest rankings from Times Higher
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Swiss universities establish new AI Institute
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More than half of Dutch energy now comes from renewable sources for the first time
For the first time, over half of the electricity produced in the Netherlands comes from renewable sources such as wind and solar power, according to Statistics
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Germany to equip government jets with missile defense systems, Spiegel reports
Germany plans to install advanced missile defense systems on three new government jets used by its top leaders, according to a report from Spiegel on Friday.
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Russian state company channels uranium profits through Dutch subsidiary
The Russian state-owned nuclear company Rosatom is funneling hundreds of millions of euros in profits through a Dutch subsidiary, according to a report by NOS based
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Poland among EU countries with lowest share of electric cars
Poland has one of the lowest proportions of fully electric passenger cars in the European Union, with only 0.2% of its vehicles being battery-electric in 2023, according to new data from
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Sweden aspires to be the next big name in winemaking
Sweden's vineyards are on a mission to establish themselves in the global wine industry. Far from traditional wine hubs like Bordeaux and Tuscany, a burgeoning winemaking scene is emerging
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New European Songbook aims to foster cultural exchange across the EU
The European Union Songbook Association will unveil the EU Songbook on November 5, featuring 164 songs from across the European Union. The collection includes three iconic tracks by

01 November 2024
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Croatian city named among top European autumn destinations
While 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 affordable

22 September 2024
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Antwerp to build new public heritage depot to house 800,000 cultural artifacts
Antwerp 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 to

20 September 2024
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Belgian beaches covered in litter after busy tropical summer day
The 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 significant

13 August 2024
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29 suspected drug dealers arrested at Tomorrowland festival, court hearings scheduled
During the two weekends of the Tomorrowland festival in Boom, Antwerp province, authorities apprehended a total of 29 suspected drug dealers on and around the

30 July 2024
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Cider Festival returns to Prague with over 100 varieties
Are you a fan of cider? Experience over 100 different varieties at the Cider Festival taking place on September 16 and 17.

29 July 2024
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Tens of thousands celebrate at Rotterdam Summer Carnival
The 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 2024
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Politics

Haiti condemns Macron's criticism of transitional council as 'unfriendly and inappropriate'
Haiti's foreign minister summoned the French ambassador on Thursday to address what the ministry described as "unfriendly and inappropriate" remarks made by French President Emmanuel
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John Bolton urges Switzerland to join NATO, citing neutrality's waning relevance
Switzerland should abandon its historic neutrality and join NATO, according to John Bolton, former national security adviser to Donald Trump. In an interview published on Sunday, Bolton
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Germany's SPD to debate Scholz's candidacy as Chancellor, says source
The leadership of Germany's ruling Social Democratic Party (SPD) is set to discuss on Tuesday whether Chancellor Olaf Scholz remains the best choice to lead the party into the upcoming snap
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Lithuanian politician Žemaitaitis denies anti-Semitism in letter to foreign ambassadors
Remigijus Žemaitaitis, the leader of Lithuania’s Dawn of the Nemunas (Nemuno Aušra) party, has issued a statement to ambassadors from NATO and EU member states, as well as to Israel,
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France summons North Korean diplomat over troops in Russia, ministry reports
France’s foreign ministry summoned North Korea’s general delegate in France last week to express strong disapproval over the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia, emphasizing that
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Berlin police chief warns Jews and LGBTQ+ residents about safety in certain areas
Berlin's chief of police, Barbara Slowik, has issued a stark warning about safety concerns for Jews and LGBTQ+ individuals in some parts of the German capital. While emphasizing that there
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Over 2,200 refugee children missing in Belgium
Refugee network Vluchtelingenwerk Vlaanderen has raised alarm over the disappearance of 2,241 unaccompanied refugee children in Belgium between 2021 and 2023.
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EU deforestation law: companies granted an additional year for compliance
The implementation of the EU’s deforestation law, aimed at ensuring products sold in the EU are not sourced from deforested land, has been postponed by one year to allow businesses more
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Swiss university graduates: a global favorite among employers
Graduates from Swiss universities are highly sought after by international employers, as highlighted by the latest Global Employability University Rankings (GEURS). The rankings, released on
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Two Thai women arrested in Denmark amid brothel inspections
In Denmark, two Thai women were arrested during brothel inspections conducted by the East Jutland Police Immigration Section, part of a broader initiative targeting illegal activities in
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Portugal: home to the world's best sheep milk cheese
Portugal has once again been recognized as a top destination for exceptional sheep milk cheese, according to TasteAtlas. In early November, the platform published an updated list of the best
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Millions of Polish students sing national anthem in honor of Independence Day
Nearly 4.7 million Polish students, both within the country and abroad, joined voices to sing the national anthem on Friday as part of the preparations for Poland’s
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Court awards 18 million euros in damages to victims of 2016 Brussels attacks
A total of 18,306,012.95 euros has been awarded to victims in the trial for the terrorist attacks that took place on March 22, 2016, according to Flemish public broadcaster VRT. Last week, the
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Israeli football fans targeted by "boys on scooters" in Amsterdam
Multiple attacks targeting Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters occurred in Amsterdam on Thursday evening, orchestrated by groups described as “boys on scooters,” according to Amsterdam Mayor
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