Entertainment
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Brussels to celebrate Art Deco heritage in 2025A century after the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris, which coined the term "Art Deco," Brussels will dedicate 2025 to celebrating this influential28 November 2024Read More...
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New European Songbook aims to foster cultural exchange across the EUThe 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 by01 November 2024Read More...
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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...
Politics
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French government faces no-confidence vote on WednesdayFrench lawmakers are set to vote Wednesday afternoon on at least one no-confidence motion that could lead to the fall of Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government. Reports from FrenchRead More...
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New European leaders begin terms with Kyiv visitOn their first day in office, newly appointed European Council President António Costa, High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas, and EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta KosRead More...
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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 EmmanuelRead More...
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John Bolton urges Switzerland to join NATO, citing neutrality's waning relevanceSwitzerland 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, BoltonRead More...
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Germany's SPD to debate Scholz's candidacy as Chancellor, says sourceThe 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 snapRead More...
News
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International migration fuels Brussels' population growth to 1.25 millionBrussels has reached a population milestone, with nearly 1.25 million residents as of early 2024. This growth persists despite declining birth rates and a steady outflow of residents to otherRead More...
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Trump to attend Notre Dame reopening in ParisPresident-elect Donald Trump is set to visit Paris this Saturday to attend the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral, marking his first international trip since his reelection in November.Read More...
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Average coffee price in Switzerland reaches CHF4.58In 2024, the average price of a cup of coffee in Swiss restaurants increased by CHF0.09 ($0.10) compared to the previous year, according to the CafetierSuisse association.Read More...
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Security guard at US Embassy in Oslo jailed for espionageA Norwegian man employed as a security guard at the US Embassy in Oslo has been arrested and is now in police custody, suspected of sharing sensitive information with Russian and IranianRead More...
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Berlin police chief warns Jews and LGBTQ+ residents about safety in certain areasBerlin'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 thereRead More...
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Over 2,200 refugee children missing in BelgiumRefugee network Vluchtelingenwerk Vlaanderen has raised alarm over the disappearance of 2,241 unaccompanied refugee children in Belgium between 2021 and 2023.Read More...
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EU deforestation law: companies granted an additional year for complianceThe 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 moreRead More...
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Swiss university graduates: a global favorite among employersGraduates from Swiss universities are highly sought after by international employers, as highlighted by the latest Global Employability University Rankings (GEURS). The rankings, released onRead More...
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Two Thai women arrested in Denmark amid brothel inspectionsIn 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 inRead More...
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Economics
On November 6, 2023, the Brussels Times reported that the latest Eurostat data reveals Belgium to have the sixth-highest average income in the European Union, despite the financial
Poland witnessed a remarkable increase in exports to Ukraine, which tripled last year, reaching EUR 9 billion. According to the Polish government, this development has made Poland Ukraine's
As of October 30, 2023, initial estimates from the National Bank indicate that the Belgian economy has experienced a 0.5% expansion during the third quarter of the year. This growth marks a
When Karol Minarczuk, a 34-year-old insurance specialist, learned that his friend had purchased a property on the Spanish Mediterranean coast, he saw it as an opportunity to diversify his
The European housing market is grappling with a multifaceted crisis, characterized by soaring rents, high interest rates, and a severe shortage of available homes. This crisis has not only
Volvo, the renowned automaker, is set to make a significant move in 2025 by manufacturing their best-selling EX30 model at their Ghent facility. This exciting development was officially
The Port Authority reported on Tuesday that the Port of Antwerp-Bruges witnessed a 6% decrease in cargo throughput, handling a total of 204.4 million tonnes in the first three quarters of
Statistics released by the Professional Credit Association on Monday revealed a significant decline in mortgage lending in Belgium during the third quarter, marking the lowest levels for this
In a concerning development, homelessness in Portugal has surged by 78%, with a growing number of individuals forced to live on the streets, in makeshift tents, or on cardboard scraps.
In a recent address, the Prime Minister of Portugal highlighted the growing presence of technology companies in the capital and argued that the Portuguese economy is undergoing a