Entertainment
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Lady Gaga, Céline Dion, Aya Nakamura: The Mystery Surrounding the Olympic Opening Ceremony Continues
With 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... -
Ostend mayor imposes swimming ban on popular beach due to safety concerns
Mayor Bart Tommelein of Ostend has imposed a swimming ban on a popular beach stretch due to the formation of dangerous sand ridges.22 July 2024Read More... -
Norway reopens select salmon rivers amid continued concerns over declining populations
As of July 11, 2024, nearly half of the 33 salmon rivers previously closed for fishing in Central and Southern Norway will be reopened for limited fishing. However, stricter regulations will be19 July 2024Read More... -
Green regions top choice for short trips in Flanders, study finds
A recent study by Visit Flanders and the Flemish provincial tourist organizations reveals that green regions are the most popular destination for short holidays in26 June 2024Read More... -
Bosland in Limburg officially designated as National Park by Flemish government
The Flemish government has officially recognized Bosland as a national park, Environment Minister Zuhal Demir announced on Friday. However, the decision is still23 June 2024Read More... -
Exiled Belarusian author honored with Swiss literary prize
Sasha Filipenko has been awarded the 2024 Pro Litteris main prize, valued at CHF 40,000 ($44,900). This prestigious Swiss copyright society prize is given annually to23 June 2024Read More... -
Art Basel launches amid economic uncertainty
A large crowd of people waits to enter the Art Basel fair.10 June 2024Read More...
Politics
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EU extends sanctions on Russia until January 2025 amid ongoing Ukraine conflict
The 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. This decision was announced by theRead More... -
Ukraine bolsters air defense with third German Patriot system delivery
Ukraine has received its third German Patriot air defense system, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced in a video message on Sunday evening.Read More... -
Finnish parliament approves controversial border law changes
The Finnish parliament has passed a contentious government bill aimed at revising the nation’s border laws, known as the deportation bill.Read More... -
Polish Parliament honors Crimean Tatar victims of Soviet genocide
The Lower House of the Polish Parliament, Sejm, adopted a resolution on Friday to officially commemorate the Crimean Tatar victims of Soviet genocide.Read More... -
French union leader warns of potential Olympic protests if Macron blocks left-wing government
A 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 a recent legislativeRead More...
News
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Drug-impaired driving in Belgium rises 30% since 2019
The number of drivers in Belgium caught driving under the influence of drugs has surged by 30% over the past five years, according to figures released by theRead More... -
Eurostar urges passengers to postpone travel to France due to vandalism disruptions
Eurostar has advised passengers to delay their travel plans if possible after acts of vandalism in France disrupted rail services between London and Paris.Read More... -
UNESCO expresses concerns over infrastructure works near Tournai Cathedral and Belfry
The Walloon city of Tournai has received a warning from UNESCO regarding infrastructure works near its cathedral and belfry. The warning was issued during a meetingRead More... -
Condominium prices rise in Switzerland's first half of 2024
Residential property prices in Switzerland experienced varied trends in the first half of 2024. While condominium prices increased, single-family homes became more affordable duringRead More... -
Belarus offers solutions for German citizen on death row
Diplomats from Germany and Belarus have been in discussions regarding a German national sentenced to death in Belarus. According to reports from the Belarusian foreign ministry, Minsk hasRead More... -
Portuguese Police to Assist in Tackling Pickpocketing at Gentse Feesten
Starting tomorrow, Portuguese police will join Ghent's local forces to combat pickpocketing during the 10-day Gentse Feesten festival. This collaboration is part of aRead More... -
Belgium tops EU for Palestinian asylum seekers
Belgium has emerged as the leading EU country for Palestinian asylum seekers, surpassing Greece. According to the General Commission for Refugees and Stateless Persons (CGRS),Read More... -
Criminal network purchases hundreds of Amsterdam homes through mortgage fraud
Since at least 2018, a criminal network connected to the cocaine trade has acquired or brokered hundreds of homes in Amsterdam through mortgage fraud, accordingRead More... -
August promises pleasant summer weather for the Netherlands
As summer vacations commence for nearly everyone in the Netherlands, including the Northern region, the long-anticipated warm weather is on the horizon.Read More...
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Economics
German inflation has eased to its lowest level in almost three years, according to data released by the federal statistics office on Friday. In March, inflation in Europe's largest economy slowed
Bpost is gearing up to bolster its parcel delivery services across Europe with a hefty €1.3 billion acquisition of French logistics specialist Staci Group. The Belgian postal company revealed its
Poland's Ministry of Family, Labour, and Social Policy announced on Friday that the country's unemployment rate decreased to 5.3 percent in March, down from 5.4 percent in February.
In 2023, residential property purchases by Portuguese residents experienced a significant decline of 19.8% compared to 2022, totaling 126,108 units, representing 92.4% of
According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Amsterdam leads the pack in terms of wealth per resident among Dutch municipalities. As of the end of 2022, Amsterdam boasted a staggering
As food prices soar in Lithuania, an increasing number of people are finding it difficult to afford basic necessities. While the government touts efforts to boost incomes, experts warn that these
Czech Agriculture Minister Marek Výborný has announced plans to advocate for a ban on Russian and Belarusian grain imports into the European Union during this week's European Council
Six in 10 Belgian families face financial difficulties, according to a consumer survey conducted by Testaankoop. While there was a slight decrease in the number of families in financial distress in
The Netherlands stands out as the European leader in remote work, according to a recent report by Statistics Netherlands (CBS). However, the study also reveals a shift in work patterns, with
As of last year, 15.7 percent of employees in Belgium held foreign nationalities. Despite years of steady growth, this figure saw a slight decline of 0.1 percentage points, as reported by