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Europe News

EPP group calls for rewriting of nature restoration law on eve of vote

The legislation has been the subject of fierce debate between political factions within the European Parliament.

26/06/2023

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? Concern around EU migrant pact & EU cash problems

In this edition of Brussels, my love?, we break down the EU asylum and migration pact currently being negotiated.

24/06/2023

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Sand sculptors get ready for annual festival

"We try to stay really relevant by including more and more interaction, by not just showing sand sculptures, but also including a storyline, showing the people around, having little walkthroughs for the children."

23/06/2023

Europe News

Sexual assault exhibit showcasing survivor's outfits opens in Brussels

The “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit aims to end victim shaming and bring awareness to sexual violence.

22/06/2023

Belgium

Diplomacy, communication and management: replacing Jens Stoltenberg

Many advocate a female successor to NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

18/06/2023

Europe News

NATO says support for Ukraine makes a difference on the battlefield

Speaking in Brussels NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said he expected more pledges of support from his allies and greater investments in defence.

15/06/2023

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? Industry vs. nature - who needs to breathe more?

In this edition of Brussels, my love?, we discuss a proposal for a nature restoration law that hit a roadblock this week when centre-right politicians called on the European Commission to go back to the drawing board.

10/06/2023

Europe News

EU Green Week kicks-off as bid to become climate neutral continues

The annual event aims to promote Europe's sustainable objectives.

06/06/2023

Belgium

Night trains make a come back with a new Brussels to Berlin service

Night trains make a come back with a new Brussels to Berlin service offering a sleeper option that allows passengers to arrive in time for breakfast three nights a week.

06/06/2023

Europe News

MEP Eva Kaili denies role in European Parliament corruption scandal

Eva Kaili, the former European Parliament vice president who was arrested in December, broke her silence with three interviews in European newspapers.

05/06/2023

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? How are EU funds being spent?

In this edition of Brussels, my love?, we discuss all things EU money with our special guest, the president of the European Court of Auditors, and we explore how EU conversations on spending have now moved into the field of defence.

03/06/2023

Eco-Innovation

Pigs may fly, but there are warnings over pig fat powered planes

Nearly 9,000 dead pigs would be needed for a flight from Paris to New York, the campaign group estimated.

31/05/2023

Belgium

Fire breaks out on Belgian-German border, affecting over 170 hectares

More than 130 firefighters were still battling the blaze on Tuesday morning. It is believed that human activity is to blame for the outbreak.

30/05/2023

Travel News

Want to work in Belgium? These are the most in-demand jobs

Hundreds of industries in Belgium are suffering from serious staff shortages.

29/05/2023

Belgium

MEP Eva Kaili's electronic bracelet order lifted

The European Parliament's former vice-president no longer has to wear an electronic bracelet, as she continues to maintain her innocence in the corruption scandal that rocked the EU capital.

25/05/2023

Europe News

Russian diamond sanctions in G7's sights but doubts remain over impact

Belgium is among the largest wholesale buyers of rare gems from Moscow, and local professionals fear that a Western ban on Russian diamonds could result in less oversight.

23/05/2023

Europe News

Belgian workers take to the streets protesting poor working conditions

Demonstrators complain that their working conditions have worsened significantly in recent years.

22/05/2023

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? What Brussels think about the Turkish elections

In this edition of Brussels, my love?, panelists discuss EU/Turkish relations in light of the recent Turkish elections as well as the encouraging news about growth across Europe.

20/05/2023

Travel News

Everything you need to know about Destination Europe Summit

What are the biggest challenges facing European travel? This event aims to solve them.

16/05/2023

Tech News

EU backs Microsoft buying Activision Blizzard

Brussels gave the green light to the merger, however, it faces stiff scrutiny and dispute from both the US and the UK.

15/05/2023

Belgium

Brussels hosts Armenia and Azerbaijan for Nagorno-Karabakh talks

Tensions over restive contested region are mounting, with effectiveness of Russian peacekeeping mission a serious concern

14/05/2023

Nature

Do not feed the seals: How Belgium is protecting its newest residents

Seals had disappeared from Belgium by the end of last century but now their numbers are on the rise.

12/05/2023

Europe News

Belgian MEP charged in EU corruption scandal speaks following release

Marc Tarabella is one of six defendants accused of taking bribes from Qatar.

10/05/2023

Belgium

Interpol is seeking public's help in European cold case murders

Interpol has launched “Operation Identify Me” to identify the remains of 22 women found in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.

10/05/2023

Europe News

Seven terror suspects with IS links 'deprived of liberty' in Belgium

The exact target to their planned terror attack has not yet been determined.

04/05/2023

Europe News

Brussels gives new recommendations on ending piracy for live events

Member states are not obliged to follow the new rules, which are only meant as guidelines.

04/05/2023