Entertainment
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Croatian city named among top European autumn destinationsWhile 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...
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Antwerp to build new public heritage depot to house 800,000 cultural artifactsAntwerp 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...
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Belgian beaches covered in litter after busy tropical summer dayThe 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...
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29 suspected drug dealers arrested at Tomorrowland festival, court hearings scheduledDuring 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...
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Cider Festival returns to Prague with over 100 varietiesAre 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...
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Tens of thousands celebrate at Rotterdam Summer CarnivalThe 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...
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Lady Gaga, Céline Dion, Aya Nakamura: The Mystery Surrounding the Olympic Opening Ceremony ContinuesWith 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...
Economics
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Key spending cuts and tax increases in France's 2025 budgetFrance's government unveiled its 2025 budget on Thursday, outlining €60 billion ($65.68 billion) in spending cuts and tax hikes aimed at addressing the country’s public finance deficit.Read More...
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First-time buyers in the Netherlands need €42,000 deposit for an average homeFirst-time home buyers in the Netherlands need an average of €42,000 from their own funds to secure a mortgage, according to the latest figures.Read More...
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Nearly half of job vacancies in Flanders no longer require a diploma or work experienceA recent analysis shows that nearly 50% of job vacancies in Flanders no longer require formal qualifications or prior work experience. With labor shortages becoming more acute, companiesRead More...
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Eurozone business activity declines after Paris Olympics boostBusiness activity in the eurozone saw its first decline in seven months in September, following a slowdown in France after the Paris Olympic Games, according to a keyRead More...
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France to submit debt reduction plan to EU by end of OctoberFrance is set to present its plan to reduce public debt to the European Commission by the end of October, according to EU officials on Monday.Read More...
News
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KU Leuven and UGent climb in Times Higher Education world university rankingsBelgium'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...
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Walckiers Park in Brussels reopens for the first time since the 1960sWalckiers 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...
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Sweden suggests Iran may be involved in attacks near Israeli embassiesSweden'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...
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24 percent fewer asylum applications in Germany this yearAccording 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...
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Flemish government moves forward with road tax for foreign driversFlemish 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...
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Nationals of Slovenia, Greece, Denmark, and Cyprus now eligible for visa-free travel to ChinaCitizens 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...
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Swiss House of Representatives recognizes Holodomor famine as genocideThe 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...
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Sweden accuses Iran of orchestrating text campaign inciting protests over Quran burningsSwedish authorities have accused Iran of being behind a mass text messaging campaign that incited protests in response to recent Quran burnings.Read More...
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Yael and Lauder Foundations partner to transform Jewish education across EuropeIn 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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Sport
Despite achieving record-breaking sales, there are still 1.2 million tickets available for the upcoming Paris Olympic Games, which commence next week.
Germany has summoned Turkey's ambassador as the controversy over a Turkish player's ultra-nationalist gesture at Euro 2024 escalates.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.