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Football: 4,000 police officers and gendarmes deployed for the France-Israel match
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
Read More... 1.2 million tickets remain for Paris Olympics despite record sales
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.
Read More... Diplomatic tensions rise as Germany summons Turkish ambassador over controversial Euro 2024 gesture
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.
Read More... Paris police chief highlights islamist terrorism as key security concern for upcoming Olympics
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.
Read More... Belgium to deploy troops to Paris for Olympic security boost
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.
Read More... Unprecedented surge in aggression reports during Flemish youth football season
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
Read More... Paris 2024 Olympics: over 1,600 housing units to become student accommodation post-Games
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
Read More... Flanders aims to regulate foreign takeovers in amateur soccer
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
Read More... France's tax incentive for FIFA: a costly mistake
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.
Read More... Antwerp Marathon prepares for record-breaking edition amid heightened security
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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Electric cars in Switzerland: a slow but steady growth
Electric vehicles (EVs) remain relatively uncommon in Switzerland, with only 4.1% of all registered cars running exclusively on electricity. A recent energy report by Energie Schweiz andRead More... -
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.Read More... -
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," aRead More... -
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 aRead More... -
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 HigherRead More... -
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 StatisticsRead More... -
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.Read More... -
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 basedRead More... -
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 fromRead More...
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Entertainment
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Miss Nederland contest ends after 35 years, replaced by new empowerment platform
After 35 years, the Miss Nederland beauty pageant has officially come to an end, owner Monica van Ee announced Thursday. The pageant will be replaced by an innovative online platform12 December 2024Read More... -
Brussels to celebrate Art Deco heritage in 2025
A 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... -
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 by01 November 2024Read More... -
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 affordable22 September 2024Read More... -
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 to20 September 2024Read More... -
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 significant13 August 2024Read More... -
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 the30 July 2024Read More...
Economics
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French PM Francois Bayrou aims to finalize budget by mid-February
Appearing on the political program L'Événement, broadcast on France 2 from Aubervilliers, just north of Paris, French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou expressed confidence on Thursday that aRead More... -
Belgian house prices for 2025
House prices in Belgium are expected to increase by an average of 3% in 2025 and by 3.8% in 2026, according to the latest real estate barometer published by ING Bank. When adjusted forRead More...
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Germany’s coalition collapse deepens economic struggles
The sudden collapse of Germany's ruling coalition threatens to compound the economic challenges facing Europe’s largest economy. However, a glimmer of hope remains that a newRead More... -
Polish Parliament Approves 2025 Budget Plan
Polish lawmakers have approved the government’s budget for 2025, setting a deficit ceiling of PLN 289 billion (EUR 67.7 billion, USD 71 billion) and targeting a general government deficit ofRead More... -
Rising home prices push average equity in Dutch homes to €220,000
The average equity of homes in the Netherlands has risen significantly due to continued increases in property prices. Market researcher Calcasa reports that the average home value is nowRead More...
News
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Affordable Brussels-Paris train service launched by SNCB and SNCF
On Thursday morning, Belgian and French rail operators SNCB and SNCF unveiled a new low-cost train service connecting Brussels and Paris. Operated under SNCF's budget brand, Ouigo, theRead More... -
EU investigates TikTok over alleged interference in Romanian election
The European Commission announced on Tuesday that it is investigating TikTok to determine whether the social media platform violated the Digital Services Act (DSA) amid suspicions ofRead More... -
Donald Trump appoints Bill White as Ambassador to Belgium
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has selected businessman Bill White to serve as the new U.S. ambassador to Belgium. The announcement was made Saturday via Trump's social mediaRead More... -
Romania and Bulgaria granted full Schengen membership starting January
European Ministers of the Interior approved the full accession of Romania and Bulgaria to the Schengen area on Thursday. Beginning in January, land border checks with other SchengenRead More... -
Over 100,000 Syrian asylum applications await decisions in EU
As of the end of October, more than 100,000 applications for international protection from Syrians remained pending in the European Union, according to figures released by the EuropeanRead More... -
Belgium temporarily halts processing of Syrian asylum applications
Belgium's Office of the Commissioner General for Refugees and Stateless Persons (CGRS) has announced a temporary suspension of processing Syrian asylum applications, according toRead More...
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Sweden to monitor refugees traveling to their home countries
The Swedish government has instructed multiple agencies to track the travel habits of refugees, aiming to prevent the misuse of asylum protections by those who may no longer require them.Read More...
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International migration fuels Brussels' population growth to 1.25 million
Brussels 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... -
Trump to attend Notre Dame reopening in Paris
President-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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Health
Nearly 25% of Swiss drivers admit to driving after consuming alcohol, a figure significantly higher than the European average, according to the Swiss Accident Prevention Bureau.
A joint report by the European Commission and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has unveiled a significant shortfall in the health workforce across the
Recent data from Sweden's public health agency reveal that only 4.5 percent of Swedish-born adults still smoke, placing the country below the internationally recognized "smoke-free"
Health insurer DSW has announced a €9.50 per month increase in the premium for mandatory basic health insurance, bringing the monthly cost to €158.50 in 2025.
The use of meat alternatives is rapidly increasing in the hospitality and catering industry. Over the past two years, sales of meat substitutes in this sector have more
Recent data from IQVIA reveals that last year, one in five Belgians received prescriptions for benzodiazepines, addictive sleeping pills, and tranquilizers.
Addiction experts have issued a warning regarding the ease with which young people in Switzerland can obtain alcohol illegally. According to Addiction Switzerland, more than a quarter of all
A baby yawns while swaddled in a teal blanket, adorned with a blue knitted hat featuring a white flower and red trim. An adult cradles the child, gently touching its head.
Switzerland has emerged as the top consumer of organic products in Europe, spending an average of CHF 454 per person ($513), according to Biosuisse, the umbrella
Finland and Sweden, known for their strict alcohol regulations, are taking steps to relax certain restrictions while keeping state control intact.