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Euro 2024: Belgium inches closer to qualification, but defensive doubts linger
Euro 2024: Belgium inches closer to qualification, but defensive doubts linger
Following a narrow 1-0 victory over Azerbaijan on Saturday, Belgium secured an impressive 5-0 win against Estonia in the fifth round of UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying.
Read More... Ronaldo continues to smash records
Ronaldo continues to smash records
A celebratory video showcasing Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable 20-year journey with the Portuguese national football team, posted on Instagram by the Portuguese Football
Read More... Chelsea secure signing of 19-year-old Belgian talent Romeo Lavia for 62 million euros
Chelsea secure signing of 19-year-old Belgian talent Romeo Lavia for 62 million euros
Chelsea Football Club has officially announced the acquisition of Belgian midfielder Romeo Lavia, as confirmed on Friday. The 19-year-old rising star is departing from
Read More... Belgium slips to fifth place in FIFA world rankings
Belgium slips to fifth place in FIFA world rankings
Belgium's national football team, known as the Red Devils, has fallen from fourth to fifth place in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday. With a total of 1788.55 points, the Belgians now
Read More... Alcohol sales prohibited inside Paris 2024 Olympic stadiums after no exemptions sought
Alcohol sales prohibited inside Paris 2024 Olympic stadiums after no exemptions sought
In a departure from previous sporting events, alcohol sales will not be permitted inside stadiums during the Paris 2024 Olympics. Organizers have decided against seeking an exemption to
Read More... Belgian football clubs experience record revenues amidst financial concerns
Belgian football clubs experience record revenues amidst financial concerns
The Belgian professional football industry achieved a remarkable turnover of €381.5 million in the 2021-2022 season, as reported by Deloitte and the Belgian Pro League in their annual analysis
Read More... Prince Jan Lubomirski- Lanckoronski and Princess Helena attended the opening of the European Games Krakow-Malopolska
Prince Jan Lubomirski- Lanckoronski and Princess Helena attended the opening of the European Games Krakow-Malopolska
On June 21, the European Games Krakow-Malopolska started in Poland. The European Games are a high-level multinational sports event of global scale, featuring the participation of the best
Read More... Mike Tyson honored in small Belgian city of La Louvière
Mike Tyson honored in small Belgian city of La Louvière
On Wednesday, the renowned boxing legend, Mike Tyson, will be celebrated at an event in the Walloon city of La Louvière, Belgium. The ceremony, organized by local hairdresser David Finet,
Read More... Courtois absent for Belgium's Euro 2024 qualifier against Estonia
Courtois absent for Belgium's Euro 2024 qualifier against Estonia
Thibaut Courtois, the goalkeeper for Real Madrid and the Belgian national team, will not be participating in the Red Devils' Euro 2024 qualifier match against Estonia. The Belgian Football
Read More... Red Devils unable to overcome Austria in 2024 European Championship qualifiers
Red Devils unable to overcome Austria in 2024 European Championship qualifiers
In the 2024 European Championship qualifiers, Belgium faced a setback as they were unable to defeat Austria, resulting in a draw. The Red Devils' performance was lackluster, but Romelu
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South Korea invests 5 million euros in Ghent University for maritime research center in Incheon
In a significant move, the South Korean government has committed to providing Ghent University (UGent) with 5 million euros to establish a maritime research center in the bustling port city ofRead More... -
Denmark donates an additional 45 tanks to Ukraine
There are more tanks on their way to Ukraine from Denmark. Another 45 tanks are being purchased and donated to Ukraine, according to Defense Minister Troels LundRead More... -
Poland's ambitious plan to electrify 1,400 km of railway lines by 2030
Poland is embarking on a significant rail infrastructure transformation outlined in its updated National Rail Programme, with a keen focus on electrification, modernization,Read More... -
Wallonia to inject 250,000 euros into iTraceiT for digital diamond passport initiative
The Walloon government has committed an investment of over 250,000 euros into the Belgian startup iTraceiT, the innovator behind a digital diamond passport. This infusion of additionalRead More... -
Vast majority of Portuguese homes unprepared for rising temperatures
As temperatures surge once more, recent data highlights that the vast majority of residences in Portugal lack adequate preparations for heatwaves.Read More... -
Sweden's government plans to remove cap on new nuclear plants
Sweden's government is unveiling a proposal to eliminate the cap on new nuclear plants, aiming to build 10 additional nuclear reactors by the late 2040s, according to the climate minister.Read More... -
Surge in internet adoption among elderly population in Switzerland
Internet usage among individuals aged 65 and above in Switzerland has witnessed a notable increase over the past couple of years, as indicated by a nationwide survey on online mediaRead More... -
Brussels ranks among Europe's top innovative regions
Brussels has secured its position as one of Europe's leading regions in terms of innovation, according to the European Innovation Scoreboard 2023. Innoviris, the institute responsible forRead More... -
Electric cars surpass diesel cars in EU sales for the first time
In a groundbreaking shift, fully-electric passenger cars have outsold diesel cars in the European Union (EU) for the first time. According to data released by the manufacturers' association ACEARead More... -
Brussels prepares for 5G rollout starting in September
Brussels is set to begin the distribution of 5G signals from September as the necessary legislative work has been completed, according to reports from De Tijd and L'Echo on Saturday.Read More...
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City of Genk shuts down all betting shops citing concerns over poverty and mental health
In a recent decision, the city of Genk is set to close its last remaining betting shop in December, effectively ending all betting shop operations within the city. This move19 September 2023Read More... -
Wawel Castle in Kraków, Poland, achieves record-breaking visitor numbers
The Wawel Castle museum in Kraków, situated in southern Poland, has reported a historic milestone with 1.98 million visitors in the current year. Museum director Andrzej18 September 2023Read More... -
EU-supported conservation project establishes tranquil zones to protect wildlife in Triglav National Park
Nineteen serene zones have been established within Triglav National Park, aimed at safeguarding various wildlife, including the wild cockerel and the white-tailed ptarmigan,13 September 2023Read More... -
Discovering the finest libraries in Brussels: a top 10 selection
Brussels, the vibrant capital of Belgium and the de facto capital of the European Union, is not only known for its rich history and diverse culture but also boasts a treasure13 September 2023Read More... -
Copenhagen mayor urges foreigners to avoid purchasing marijuana in troubled Christiania neighborhood
Copenhagen's mayor issued a plea on Monday, urging foreigners not to purchase marijuana in the city's Christiania neighborhood. The appeal comes in the wake of a fatal shooting two weeks08 September 2023Read More... -
Heritage Day in Flanders offers 1,025 activities
Flanders celebrates its annual Heritage Day, known as 'Open Monument Day,' every second Sunday in September. This year, as part of the 35th Heritage Day taking place on08 September 2023Read More... -
Belgian Beer World: the world's largest interactive beer center opens its doors in Brussels on September 9, 2023
On September 9, 2023, Belgian Beer World is set to unveil its extraordinary 12,000-square-meter establishment, destined to become the globe's most extensive interactive beer center.07 September 2023Read More...
Economics
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French government's response to rising fuel prices sparks controversy
French supermarkets have been vocal about their inability to lower petrol prices due to legal constraints. In response, the government has taken an unusual step. On September 16, PrimeRead More... -
Youth unemployment rises in the Netherlands, national jobless rate holds at 3.6%
While the overall unemployment rate in the Netherlands remained steady at 3.6% of the working population in August, a concerning trend has emerged with increasing youth unemployment.Read More... -
Expert group recommends doubling childcare investment in Flanders
Flanders is being urged to boost its childcare budget from 800 million euros to 2 billion euros and invest in new training for childcare professionals. This proposal comes fromRead More... -
Poland offers safe business environment, says President Duda
President Andrzej Duda of Poland emphasized the nation's stable economy, international affiliations, and defense alliances as factors contributing to a secure climateRead More... -
Portuguese teachers earn 42% more than peers with higher education, but fall behind OECD salary average
Despite a 1% decrease in the real salaries of Portuguese secondary school teachers between 2015 and 2022, a recent report by the Organization for Economic CooperationRead More...
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Rise in foreign property buyers in Portugal
During the second quarter of the year in Portugal, there were a total of 33,624 residential property transactions, out of which 31,089 were bought by residents.Read More... -
Dutch house prices show incremental rise for third consecutive month
The Netherlands witnessed a slight uptick in house prices in August, marking the third consecutive month of incremental growth, according to the national statistics agencyRead More...
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European Parliament celebrates Multilingualism Day with open doors event
Multilingualism Day commences in Brussels, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the inner workings of the European Parliament, renowned as the world'sRead More... -
More than 50% of Syrians employed in the Netherlands, but social isolation lurks
More than half of Syrian immigrants who arrived in the Netherlands between 2014 and 2016 have found employment, according to a recent survey conducted by the justiceRead More... -
Czechia delivers 45 tonnes of humanitarian aid for Ukraine's energy sector
The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine has announced that the Czech Republic has provided Ukraine with 45 tonnes of humanitarian assistance for its energy sector. Ukrainian Deputy Minister ofRead More... -
King Charles III and Queen Camilla's visit to France: strengthening French-British friendship with a packed itinerary
After being postponed from March due to pension reform protests, King Charles III and Queen Camilla are embarking on their first official visit to France from Wednesday,Read More... -
Poland presents 300 apple trees to New York as a symbol of historic ties
On September 19, 2023, the Polish government made a generous donation of 300 apple trees to New York, famously known as the "Big Apple," in commemoration of theRead More... -
Promotion of Brussels in Madrid and Barcelona during 'Brussels Days'
Brussels representatives, continuing their international promotional efforts since 2006, are set to visit Madrid and Barcelona as part of this year's Brussels Days campaign. The initiative aims...Read More... -
Time running out for Portugal's Golden Visa Program
While plans to eliminate Portugal's Golden Visa program were introduced earlier this year by Prime Minister António Costa, the final legislation has yet to be approved,Read More...
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A recent study commissioned by tobacco company Philip Morris has revealed that one in 10 cigarettes smoked in Belgium is illegal. These illegal cigarettes are either smuggled from other
Based on recommendations from the public health institute RIVM, the Dutch health ministry has announced that doctors and labs are no longer obligated to report positive
Ghent developing map to assist homeless individuals in locating drinking water and shower facilities
Ghent is working on a map for homeless people that shows where they can access drinking water and showers. Currently, there are already about ten locations in the city where free showers
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Utrecht City Council has approved regulations preventing the establishment of new specialized tobacconists within the city limits for at least the next year. This measure is being implemented
According to data from the 2022 Survey on Living Conditions and Income conducted by INE (National Institute of Statistics), nearly 20% of the Portuguese population
Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides marked World Health Day on 7 April with the following statement:
According to a recent analysis of Eurostat figures by Sampension, Danish life expectancy has seen a significant increase over the last two decades. In 2002, the life expectancy of a Danish
Over 5,000 women in the Netherlands are preparing to take legal action against pharmaceuticals company Abbvie in a class action case for faulty breast implants. Women's legal aid
The Dutch education ministry has announced plans to provide additional funding to schools in low-income areas to pay for free lunches for all pupils. The initiative is designed to help children