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1.2 million tickets remain for Paris Olympics despite record sales
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.
Read More... Diplomatic tensions rise as Germany summons Turkish ambassador over controversial Euro 2024 gesture
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.
Read More... Paris police chief highlights islamist terrorism as key security concern for upcoming Olympics
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.
Read More... Belgium to deploy troops to Paris for Olympic security boost
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.
Read More... Unprecedented surge in aggression reports during Flemish youth football season
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
Read More... Paris 2024 Olympics: over 1,600 housing units to become student accommodation post-Games
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
Read More... Flanders aims to regulate foreign takeovers in amateur soccer
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
Read More... France's tax incentive for FIFA: a costly mistake
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.
Read More... Antwerp Marathon prepares for record-breaking edition amid heightened security
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
Read More... Portugal, Spain, and Morocco to co-host 2030 FIFA World Cup
Portugal, Spain, and Morocco to co-host 2030 FIFA World Cup
FIFA has officially announced that the 2030 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. This decision was reached unanimously during the FIFA Council meeting.
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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 HigherRead More... -
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 StatisticsRead More... -
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.Read More... -
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 basedRead More... -
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 fromRead More... -
Sweden aspires to be the next big name in winemaking
Sweden's vineyards are on a mission to establish themselves in the global wine industry. Far from traditional wine hubs like Bordeaux and Tuscany, a burgeoning winemaking scene is emergingRead More... -
Cooling homes a major challenge in the Netherlands as air conditioning remains rare
Keeping rental homes cool during heatwaves is a significant issue for tenants in the Netherlands, reveals new research from the national statistics agency CBS.Read More... -
Copenhagen to reward eco-friendly tourists: what the project Is about
In the Danish capital of Copenhagen, a new initiative has been devised to encourage both visitors and locals to be more eco-friendly.Read More... -
Surge in second-hand electric car sales in Belgium in first half of 2024
The market for used electric cars in Belgium has experienced significant growth in the first six months of 2024, nearly doubling compared to the same period last year,Read More...
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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 affordable22 September 2024Read More... -
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 to20 September 2024Read More... -
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 significant13 August 2024Read More... -
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 the30 July 2024Read More... -
Cider Festival returns to Prague with over 100 varieties
Are you a fan of cider? Experience over 100 different varieties at the Cider Festival taking place on September 16 and 17.29 July 2024Read More... -
Tens of thousands celebrate at Rotterdam Summer Carnival
The Summer Carnival in Rotterdam was celebrated with a joyful atmosphere, drawing tens of thousands of attendees to the city's center. The vibrant street parade,28 July 2024Read More... -
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...
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KU Leuven and UGent climb in Times Higher Education world university rankings
Belgium's two highest-ranked universities, KU Leuven and Ghent University (UGent), have both risen in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. KU Leuven movedRead More... -
Walckiers Park in Brussels reopens for the first time since the 1960s
Walckiers Park in Brussels has reopened to the public for the first time since it closed in the 1960s. The park is noted for its exceptional biodiversity, particularly as a habitat forRead More... -
Sweden suggests Iran may be involved in attacks near Israeli embassies
Sweden's security service, Sapo, has indicated that Iran may have been involved in recent explosions and gunfire near the Israeli embassies in Stockholm and Copenhagen earlier this week.Read More... -
24 percent fewer asylum applications in Germany this year
According to EU data, the number of asylum applications in Germany has decreased more significantly than the European average. However, a sharp increase in refugees from one country mayRead More... -
Flemish government moves forward with road tax for foreign drivers
Flemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder (N-VA) announced on Tuesday that the government will begin work immediately on implementing a road tax for foreign drivers using Flemish roads.Read More... -
Nationals of Slovenia, Greece, Denmark, and Cyprus now eligible for visa-free travel to China
Citizens of Slovenia, Greece, Denmark, and Cyprus can now travel to China without needing a visa. In a recent decision, China has waived visa requirements forRead More... -
Swiss House of Representatives recognizes Holodomor famine as genocide
The Swiss House of Representatives has officially recognized the "Holodomor"—a famine orchestrated by Stalin's regime that led to the deaths of around four millionRead More... -
Sweden accuses Iran of orchestrating text campaign inciting protests over Quran burnings
Swedish authorities have accused Iran of being behind a mass text messaging campaign that incited protests in response to recent Quran burnings.Read More... -
Yael and Lauder Foundations partner to transform Jewish education across Europe
In a landmark collaboration, two prominent Jewish philanthropic foundations have joined forces to reshape Jewish education throughout Europe. Uri Poliavich, founderRead More...
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