Entertainment
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French actor Gérard Depardieu convicted of sexual assault
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu was found guilty by a Paris court on Tuesday of sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021. The 76-year-old actor received an 18-month13 May 2025Read More... -
Strong public support in Switzerland for social media ban for under-16s
A large majority of Swiss residents support banning social media use for children under the age of 16, according to a new survey. Conducted by the Sotomo research institute, the study found11 May 2025Read More... -
World’s largest Zara store to open in Antwerp
Spanish fashion giant Inditex, owner of the Zara brand, has announced plans to open the world’s largest Zara store in Antwerp. The new flagship location will be housed in the Meir Corner06 May 2025Read More... -
Swiss wine consumption drops sharply in 2024
Wine consumption in Switzerland saw a notable decline in 2024, falling by nearly 8% compared to the previous year, according to the Federal Office for Agriculture (FOAG). Swiss-produced30 April 2025Read More... -
French publishers and authors sue Meta over AI training with their books
French organizations representing publishers and authors have announced legal action against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, for allegedly using their13 March 2025Read More... -
Eurovision Basel: nearly 42,000 tickets sell out in minutes
The excitement for the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025 in Basel is at an all-time high, as nearly 42,000 tickets were snapped up within minutes on Wednesday. Fans eager to attend the live30 January 2025Read More...
Politics
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Albania’s election tests democratic maturity
On May 11, 2025, Albania held its first parliamentary election since beginning EU accession negotiations, a pivotal moment for the country’s democratic maturity. Prime Minister Edi Rama,Read More... -
Organizations urge lawmakers to expand housing priority for homeless individuals
Homeless individuals should have easier access to priority housing, say dozens of organizations united under the coalition Dakloosheid Voorbij! (Beyond Homelessness). On Tuesday, the groupRead More... -
Swiss parliament rejects mandatory microchipping for cats
Switzerland will not implement a nationwide mandatory microchipping policy for cats, following a vote in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. The proposal was rejectedRead More... -
Karin Prien becomes first Jewish woman in German cabinet since Holocaust
Karin Prien, a prominent Christian Democratic Union (CDU) politician and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, has been appointed Germany’s federal minister for education, family, women,Read More... -
Serbian students run from Belgrade to Brussels to expose government corruption
On Friday, a group of Serbian students kicked off an 18-day run from Belgrade to Brussels, aiming to bring their anti-corruption message directly to the European Parliament.Read More...
News
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France vows swift response as Algeria plans further diplomatic expulsions
France has pledged to take immediate and forceful action after Algeria announced its intention to expel additional French officials, escalating an already tense diplomatic standoff between theRead More... -
Macron warns of war's return to Europe on V-E Day anniversary
On the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a solemn warning that war has once again cast its shadow over Europe. Speaking during aRead More... -
Friedrich Merz elected German chancellor in second round of voting
Friedrich Merz has been elected as Germany’s new chancellor following a second round of voting in the Bundestag on Tuesday afternoon. Earlier in the day, Merz failed to secure a majority inRead More... -
Polish PM to attend 80th anniversary of Dutch liberation
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk is set to participate in ceremonies commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Netherlands’ liberation from Nazi occupation on Monday.Read More... -
Dutch house prices rise sharply compared to Belgium and Germany
Over the past 20 years, house prices in the Netherlands have surged, with affordability becoming more challenging, especially for single buyers. However, ABN Amro's latest housing marketRead More... -
French Prime Minister François Bayrou shocked as daughter reveals abuse at scandal-hit school
French Prime Minister François Bayrou has said he is "stabbed to the heart" after his eldest daughter, Hélène Perlant, revealed she was among the victims of abuse at a Roman Catholic schoolRead More... -
Swiss police seize scooters reaching over 125km/h
In just one week, police in the Swiss canton of Valais stopped two electric scooters capable of speeds far above the legal limit. Both scooters were confiscated and their owners are now facingRead More... -
German military seeks help from major companies for NATO logistics support
The German army has approached several major companies to explore their ability to support military logistics in the event of a crisis requiring rapid deployment to NATO’s eastern flank,Read More... -
Great St Bernard Tunnel remains closed indefinitely
The Great St Bernard Tunnel continues to be closed with no reopening date in sight. The tunnel was damaged by an avalanche last Thursday near the Toules tunnel on the Swiss side, whichRead More...
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Economics
New data released on Friday revealed a continued drop in residential property prices in Germany, marking a significant 10.2% decline in the third quarter compared to the previous year.
Belgium is set to allocate 1.24% of its gross domestic product (GDP) to defence in 2024, announced Defence Minister Ludivine Dedonder on Tuesday. This marks the fourth consecutive rise in
Recent data from Eurostat, the European statistical agency, revealed that Belgium faces the greatest challenge among EU nations in filling job vacancies. While the EU's job vacancy rate stands
Italy is gearing up to invest in Africa, aiming to address both energy requirements for economic growth and the migration issue, according to Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi. Eni, a state-controlled
Belgian exports of goods to the UK experienced a significant decline following Brexit, as reported on Thursday by KU Leuven. Between 2018 and 2021, these exports saw a notable 13%
The Commission has approved an advance payment of €100 million to Slovenia under the European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF), to ease the financial burden of reconstruction efforts after the
Research conducted by BNP Paribas Fortis highlights Belgium's heightened vulnerability compared to other industrialized nations regarding the expenses tied to an ageing population. Among
Major energy providers have initiated warnings to customers with variable contracts, signaling an impending increase in next year's gas and electricity tariffs, reports Nu.nl.
The inherent nature of nuclear energy aligns seamlessly with France's historical Jacobin tradition, necessitating a robust state apparatus. This stands in stark contrast to Germany, a federal
Elia, the high-voltage operator, has outlined plans to invest 9.4 billion euros in Belgium from 2024 to 2028, as revealed in the updated investment blueprint of the organization. The bulk of this