Entertainment
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Coffee prices keep climbing in Czech establishments
The cost of a cup of coffee in Czech restaurants and cafés has increased by 4% over the past year, now averaging CZK 57.80, according to data from the Dotykačka point-of-sale system.15 June 2025Read More... -
Swiss tourism set for record-breaking Summer
Following a record-setting winter in 2024/25, Swiss tourism is poised for continued growth this summer. According to economist Simon Flury from BAK Economics, the number of overnight27 May 2025Read More... -
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...
Economics
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Germany signals tight budget limits for upcoming EU spending plan
Germany has signaled that it will have limited room to boost financial contributions to the European Union's next seven-year budget, according to a policy paper obtained by Reuters.Read More... -
Germany’s imports from Russia plunge 95% since start of Ukraine war
Germany’s imports of goods from Russia dropped by a staggering 95% between 2021 and 2024, while its exports to Russia declined by 72%, according to data released Wednesday by theRead More... -
Portugal to accelerate defence apending to 2% of GDP
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has announced that Portugal aims to reach the NATO defence spending target of 2% of GDP earlier than planned—potentially as soon as this year—withoutRead More... -
Spain’s manufacturing sector returns to growth in May, PMI shows
Spain's manufacturing industry rebounded in May, marking its first expansion since January, driven by improved sales and easing global trade tensions, according to a survey released Monday.Read More... -
German unemployment rises sharply in May, exceeding expectations
Germany’s labor market showed unexpected weakness in May, with unemployment figures rising more than analysts had anticipated. According to data released by the labor office onRead More...
News
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French financial giants launch European defence investment fund
Four leading French financial institutions have joined forces to launch a new investment fund focused on European defence and security, amid growing momentum across the continent toRead More... -
Flanders becomes largest shareholder in Brussels Airport with €2.77 billion Investment
The Flemish government is making a major investment in Brussels Airport, acquiring a 39% stake through its investment arm PMV. This €2.77 billion move makes Flanders the airport’s largestRead More... -
EU tackles military mobility challenges
In a bid to improve the rapid and efficient movement of military personnel, equipment, and assets across the European Union and beyond, the European Commission and theRead More... -
French police detain Palestinian man after Rabbi attacked with chair
French police detained a Palestinian man from Gaza on Friday after Rabbi Elie Lemmel was struck with a chair in the Paris suburb of Neuilly-sur-Seine, marking the second assault against theRead More... -
Portugal among the World’s safest countries in 2025 rankings
Portugal has been ranked as the 12th safest country in the world in the latest global safety index by HelloSafe.Read More... -
Mayor of Ghent elected president of Eurocities network
Mathias De Clercq, the Mayor of Ghent, has been elected president of Eurocities, a prominent network representing 222 cities across 38 countries. The election took place on Friday in Braga,Read More... -
Swiss property prices continue to climb in May
Residential real estate becomes even more expensiveRead More... -
Lula urges Macron to support Mercosur-EU trade deal
During a state visit to Paris on Thursday, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called on French President Emmanuel Macron to support the long-delayed trade agreement between theRead More... -
Swiss Defence Minister orders investigation into alleged Russian spy ties
Swiss Defence Minister Martin Pfister has launched an official investigation into allegations that sensitive data from the Federal Intelligence Service (FIS) was passed to Russian intelligenceRead More...
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Entertainment
With the arrival of spring and the anticipation of summer, Flanders is preparing to relax its rules and regulations for outdoor swimming. This adjustment, first
Lithuanians lost a staggering €288 million to gambling and lotteries in 2023, according to Virginijus Daukšys, the chief of the Gaming Supervision Authority.
In an exciting first, Switzerland is set to host the prestigious European Film Awards at the Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre. The announcement marks a significant
The annual art and antiques extravaganza, TEFAF in Maastricht, will feature a coveted piece by Vincent van Gogh next month. The painting, titled “Tête de paysanne à
The reintroduction of swimming as a mandatory subject in elementary schools could incur an annual cost of up to 212 million euros, according to an unpublished report by SEO Economic
Venice is embarking on a yearlong series of commemorations to honor Marco Polo on the 700th anniversary of his death. The festivities kicked off during the opening of the Carnival season,
Preliminary data released on January 31 by the National Institute of Statistics (INE) showcases a record-breaking year for tourism in Central Portugal. The region stood out across various
Book sales in Portugal witnessed a five percent increase in 2023 compared to the previous year, driven primarily by younger demographics and the influence of social networks.
Tomorrowland, the renowned dance music festival held annually in Boom, Antwerp province, has opened ticket sales to Belgian customers. The festival, scheduled for the weekends of July
Carlos Abade, the president of Turismo de Portugal, has expressed optimism regarding Portugal's tourism sector, stating that the recent international conflicts are not expected to have a