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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

Technology

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 and
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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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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 platform

12 December 2024
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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 influential

28 November 2024
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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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News

German Christmas market attack suspect described as 'islamophobic,' authorities say
The suspect behind the deadly car attack at a Christmas market in Germany is believed to hold Islamophobic views, according to the country’s interior minister.
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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, the
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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 of
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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 media
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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 Schengen
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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 European
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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 to
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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.
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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 other
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