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Dreaming of Pedro Sánchez, Brussels could be headed for a rude awakening: Spain’s PM has threatened to resign, but will he end up becoming the next president of ...
politico.eu/article/pedro-sanchez-eu-top-jobs-spain-brussels-european-parliament-election-2024/
Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe
- A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.
- Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.
- The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.
- The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.
US inflation rises in line with expectations; consumer spending strong: U.S. monthly inflation rose moderately in March, but stubbornly higher costs for housing ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-inflation-rises-line-with-expectations-march-2024-04-26/
Quick Glance: Rising Key Fed Inflation Measure in March
- In March, inflation remained strong, with an important indicator closely monitored by the Federal Reserve indicating elevated price pressures.
- The personal consumption expenditures price index excluding food and energy increased 2.8% from a year ago in March, above expectations.
- Both the all-items PCE price gauge and the core index increased by 2.7%, higher than estimates, leading to a positive market reaction.
- Markets reacted mildly to the data, with Wall Street set to open higher, while Treasury yields fell and the probability of rate cuts increased slightly.
'No time to lose': New proposal for outdoor swimming pool in Brussels canal: A company that has already built open-air swimming pools in several European cities ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1023277/no-time-to-lose-new-proposal-for-outdoor-swimming-pool-in-brussels-canal-tbtb
Suspicion of espionage: Krah employee wanted to work for the BND: The suspected spy from the office of AfD politician Maximilian Krah tried to work for the ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/spionageverdacht-krah-mitarbeiter-wollte-fuer-den-bnd-arbeiten-li.2209728
Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Hôtel Métropole renovation gets green light: The Brussels region has granted planning permission for the renovation of the famous Hôtel Métropole ...
thebulletin.be/hotel-metropole-renovation-gets-green-light
EPL: Man City close gap on Arsenal with big win over Brighton: Pep Guardiola's men were ruthless from the start of Thursday's tie ...
premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/689245-epl-man-city-close-gap-on-arsenal-with-big-win-over-brighton.html
Sunday question on the European elections • Elections Research Group / ZDF (projection): CDU/CSU 30% | GREENS 17% | SPD 15% | AfD 15% | BSW 4% | THE LEFT 3% | ... Show more
Sunday question - Election surveys for the 2024 European elections (election survey, surveys)
Sunday question - Election surveys for the 2024 European elections (election survey, surveys)
The project is part of wider plans to revamp a network of streets in the Brussels municipality of Schaerbeek. Show more
Is France's far-right Le Pen party embarrassed by the AfD?: In Paris, the leading candidate of the Rassemblement National presented his program for the European ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/26/ist-frankreichs-rechtsextremen-die-afd-peinlich-le-pen-partei-greift-macron-an
More Belgians in work and with higher education qualifications, according to census
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018244/more-belgians-in-work-and-with-higher-education-qualifications
N-VA wants to build prison in Kosovo for undocumented migrants: Francken sees it as a way of relieving the burden on prisons, and the proposal is included in the ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1022284/n-va-wants-to-build-prison-in-kosovo-for-undocumented-migrants
Karel Geraerts has no plans to leave the club at all.
If the general conditions, his squad and the budget for the new season convince him, then he will stay ... Show more
Belgium may deliver first F-16 jets to Ukraine in 2024: "In coordination with our partners in the F-16 coalition, our country will make every effort to ...
kyivindependent.com/belgium-may-deliver-first-f-16-jets-to-ukraine-in-2024/
Extra tickets released for Royal Greenhouses in Laeken after event sold out: Even with the expanded capacity, tickets sold out in just three days. However ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021097/royal-greenhouses-in-laeken-releases-500-tickets-after-event-is-sold-out
EU pulls its gun on China: The EU is accelerating its crackdown on what it sees as Beijing’s unfair support for companies that undermine European rivals.
politico.eu/article/eu-china-trade-war-nuctech-xi-jinping-von-der-leyen-ev/
Belgium remains part of EU group prepared to recognise Palestine, clarifies De Croo
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022044/belgium-remains-part-of-eu-group-prepared-to-recognise-palestine-clarifies-de-croo
France's air traffic control strikes ground flights across Europe: Delays and flight cancellations were set to impact swathes of Europe on Thursday ...
reuters.com/world/europe/frances-air-traffic-control-strikes-ground-flights-across-europe-2024-04-25/
Phil Foden enjoying being front and centre at Man City: Phil Foden is showing he can excel playing a more central role than off the wing for Manchester City ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-26-phil-foden-enjoying-being-front-and-centre-at-man-city/
Verisign's Q1 revenue rises on demand for internet services: Internet services firm VeriSign reported a 5.5% rise in its first-quarter revenue on Thursday ...
reuters.com/technology/verisigns-q1-revenue-rises-demand-internet-services-2024-04-25/
Belgium's female pensioners receive 25% less than men: Belgium ranks fourth in the EU in terms of how likely it is that women over 65 will not have their own ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022018/belgiums-female-pensioners-receive-25-less-than-men
Nutri-Score on packaging contributes to healthier food choices, survey shows: People's purchase intentions for healthier foods with Nutri-Score A and B were ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1022881/nutri-score-on-packaging-contributes-to-healthier-food-choices-survey-shows
Bob MacIntyre and Thomas Detry shoot 62 in first round of Zurich Classic: Scot and Belgian card an eagle and eight birdies in PGA Tour event in New Orleans
scotsman.com/sport/golf/bob-macintyre-and-thomas-detry-shoot-62-in-first-round-of-zurich-classic-4605744
Filing taxes online possible from 24 April: What to know: What are the deadlines to fill out your taxes, either online or on paper? And what changes could impact ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019609/filing-taxes-online-possible-from-today-what-to-know-tbtb
Seagull screaming competition: Cooper, nine years old, European champion: In De Panne, Belgium, people are screaming like seagulls. This year's edition produced ...
spiegel.de/panorama/moewenschreien-in-belgien-9-jaehriger-europameister-a-7d1fbf42-a704-4e28-a49c-9e445ae2ff90
From state contracts to a dawn raid: how Europe turned on China’s Nuctech: Security equipment supplier’s machines are widely used at borders around the continent ...
ft.com/content/b72069ec-e748-46f8-a936-de22a7446238
More green spaces in Brussels, but too small and unevenly distributed: Green spaces represent about 19% of the Region's area, but only 9% without the Sonian ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1019978/more-green-spaces-in-brussels-but-too-small-and-unevenly-distributed
How Bastogne changed the Second World War: “What is merry about this, you ask? I will tell you, we stopped the entire German offensive, coming from the north ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011638/how-bastogne-changed-the-second-world-war
What to do in Brussels this weekend: 26 - 28 April: From Belgium's biggest Balkan celebration to Brussels' first open-air party and a circus across the city ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021475/what-to-do-in-brussels-this-weekend-26-28-april
Proximus sees revenues rise by 4.5% in first quarter: The Belgian group said that its success was due to continued customer growth, as well as price increases ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022922/proximus-sees-revenues-rise-by-4-5-in-first-quarter
The family feud that holds the Philippines back: Squabbling between the Marcos and Duterte clans makes politics unpredictable
economist.com/asia/2024/04/25/the-family-feud-that-holds-the-philippines-back
Ten of the world’s best towns to revitalise yourself in: Want to feel fit and fantastic while travelling the world? Take a sightseeing break at these top ...
smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/ten-of-the-world-s-best-towns-to-revitalise-yourself-in-20240206-p5f2pf.html
Brussels Mayor joins EU-wide call for the right to set safer speed limits: "This is not about restricting the freedom of cars, but about making roads safer ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021272/brussels-mayor-joins-eu-wide-call-for-the-right-to-set-safer-speed-limits
Balkan Trafik: A taste of Southeast Europe in Brussels: Balkan Trafik returns to Brussels this weekend, with Manu Chao and Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra ...
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1018137/balkan-trafik-a-taste-of-southeast-europe-in-brussels
Brussels delays decision on classification of iconic Palais du Midi: The Brussels Government was supposed to formally decide on the classification of the ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021972/brussels-delays-decision-on-classification-of-iconic-palais-du-midi
Electrification in #India ; free solar panels in #Belgium : some of the Advanced #Energy Solutions that can help us get to net zero: Advanced Energy Solutions: scaling up the tech that can help us get to net zero | World Economic Forum #SpecialMeeting24 EnergyVision Amara ... Show more
Emmanuel Macron scores from the penalty spot: Macronaldo: Is this France's hope for the euro? At a charity match, President Emmanuel Macron laced up his football ...
11freunde.de/international/emmanuel-macron-trifft-per-elfmeter-macronaldo-a-61f629dd-7ac6-4c68-806e-e0577c04d3cb
National bike register launched in Belgium to prevent theft: Belgium has launched a free national bike register for people aged 13 and older, called mybike ...
thebulletin.be/national-bike-register-launched-belgium-prevent-theft
Belgian bank merger puts 150 senior jobs at risk: It is estimated that the Crelan-Axa Bank merger will incur 150 job losses, representing a 12% reduction in the ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021492/bank-merger-puts-150-senior-jobs-at-risk
Anyone can be a philanthropist: How to give back, in Belgium and abroad: "Modestly wealthy people without children is a classic profile ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-unlocked/1019663/anyone-can-be-a-philanthropist-how-to-give-back-in-belgium-and-abroad
Hangar Festival to welcome 10,000 festival goers this weekend along Brussels canal
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020279/hangar-festival-to-welcome-10000-festival-goers-this-weekend-along-brussels-canal
The Brief – When little Olaf meets big Xi: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's recent visit to China is an example of a “do-it-alone” foreign policy appr
euractiv.com/section/eu-china/opinion/the-brief-when-little-olaf-meets-big-xi/
Brussels house prices further dropped though flats grow more expensive: With the European Central Bank (ECB) not expected to lower interest rates until June ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1009977/brussels-house-prices-further-dropped-though-flats-grow-more-expensive
Belgian agency aid worker killed in Gaza: The Belgian foreign minister summoned Israel’s ambassador in response to the death of the agency employee.
politico.eu/article/belgium-summons-israeli-ambassador-following-death-of-its-aid-worker-in-gaza/
Belgian agency aid worker dies in Gaza, Belgium summons Israeli ambassador - report
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-798644
Uber Eats riders in Brussels to go on strike for better pay and conditions: Riders are expressing outrage at the "laxity of the authorities" and ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1023638/uber-eats-riders-to-go-on-strike-in-brussels-for-better-pay-and-conditions
EU raises air quality standards but exceptions to the rules will apply: Environmental groups say the new law is "one of the most ambitious air quality ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019941/eu-raises-air-quality-standards-but-exceptions-to-the-rules-will-apply
Quick Glance: 130 million Americans face unhealthy air quality challenges
- Wildfire smoke from Canada caused dangerously unhealthy air quality in the U.S. in 2023.
- Over one-third of Americans, about 130 million people, breathe in unhealthy air annually.
- Air quality has improved in the East but worsened in the Western U.S., highlighting disparities.
- Unequal air quality exposure, challenges, and progress in air cleaning efforts are discussed.
The 11 moments that defined the European Parliament's term: The European Parliament has closed the last plenary session of its 9th term.
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/25/closed-for-business-the-11-moments-that-defined-the-european-parliaments-term
Over 1,700 e-scooter drop zones in Brussels, but still missing in some communes: "A good geographical distribution of the drop zones is crucial to guarantee ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021364/over-1700-e-scooter-drop-zones-in-brussels-but-still-missing-in-some-communes
No EU election campaign for imprisoned Italian Ilaria Salis: The Italian Ilaria Salis has been imprisoned in Hungary since last year. Now she is running for the ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/24/kein-eu-wahlkampf-fur-die-in-ungarn-inhaftierte-italienerin-ilaria-salis
No prosecution for police officers involved in death of Mehdi Bouda: Four police officers involved in the death of Mehdi Bouda will not be prosecuted following a ...
thebulletin.be/no-prosecution-police-officers-involved-death-mehdi-bouda
Le Chou: 5 Possible Von Der Leyen Alternatives: Le Chou Exclusively Reveals The Frontrunners To Unseat Ursula Von Der Leyen As European Commission President
brusselstimes.com/column/1021237/5-possible-von-der-leyen-alternatives
'Short-sighted': Brussels appeals new permanent permit for Brussels Airport: "In the 21st century, it is no longer conceivable to have an airport close to ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021812/short-sighted-brussels-will-appeal-permanent-environmental-permit-for-brussels-airport-tbtb
Another Belgian MP falls victim to Chinese cyberattack: "I don't intend to give in and will continue to express my opinion on Taiwan and on the situation of ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021142/another-belgian-mp-falls-victim-to-chinese-cyberattack
Man City thrash Brighton to go second in table: Manchester City move to within one point of Premier League leaders Arsenal by thrashing Brighton 4-0 at Amex ...
bbc.com/sport/football/68526442
Return of the e-scooter: Limit on operators in Brussels overturned: All rejected e-scooter companies will now be allowed again to operate in the capital – ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021893/return-of-removed-e-scooters-limit-on-operators-in-brussels-overturned-tbtb
Reusser back at the Vuelta 😍
🚴♀️ The Bernese cyclist Marlen Reusser is returning to racing. Just 28 days after her serious fall at the Tour of Flanders ... Show more
Courtois can return next week: Ancelotti: "He's well, I think he will be available to travel with us next week (to Munich) and he can play against Cadiz ...
thedailystar.net/sports/football/news/courtois-can-return-next-week-ancelotti-3595576
'Everything is ready': Working asylum seekers must now pay for reception costs: The controversial bill has been contested since 2011 but was approved by a ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021199/everything-is-ready-working-asylum-seekers-must-now-pay-for-reception-costs
In the style of a top team, ManCity are showing no weakness in the championship race. Foden scores a brace against his favorite opponent ... Show more
Liveticker | Brighton & Hove Albion - Manchester City 0:4 | Matchday 29 | Premier League 2023/24 - kicker
Liveticker | Brighton & Hove Albion - Manchester City 0:4 | Matchday 29 | Premier League 2023/24 - kicker
Dutch-language schools in Brussels: Almost 50% of children who apply do not get in
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1009702/dutch-language-schools-in-brussels-almost-50-of-children-who-apply-do-not-get-in
Schaerbeek Mayor verbally attacked by citizen during council meeting: A resident called the Mayor a "dirty whore" in the middle of the Schaerbeek ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021123/schaerbeek-mayor-verbally-attacked-by-citizen-during-council-meeting-tbtb
Burnley boss Vincent Kompany responds to questions about Brighton speculation: Vincent Kompany has batted questions away about his Burnley future following ...
burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-boss-vincent-kompany-responds-to-questions-about-brighton-speculation-4605217
Brussels' RainbowHouse cancels election debate after criticism over N-VA participation
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020559/brussels-rainbowhouse-cancels-election-debate-after-criticism-over-n-va-participation
Good strategy! You do you, Naomi!!!! "I'm Not Expecting to Be Like Iga" - Upbeat Osaka Celebrates First Clay Win in Two Years - Tennis Now
DOJ: Officials who will cooperate with ICC probe may be held accountable: The Department of Justice warned that government officials who will cooperate with the ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/25/doj-officials-who-will-cooperate-with-icc-probe-may-be-held-accountable-1509
Fabio Capello gives his verdict on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo debate... as the former...
dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-13344061/Fabio-Capello-verdict-Lionel-Messi-Cristiano-Ronaldo-England-boss.html
EU conducts ‘dawn raid’ on Chinese security equipment supplier: Separate Brussels probe targets Chinese medical market amid growing trade tensions with Beijing
ft.com/content/4aa9b10f-93bf-4af3-b5e0-e2865ad78af7
Risk of addiction: TikTok suspends reward function after EU threat: TikTok reacts to the threat from Brussels to block the controversial points system this week ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/suchtgefahr-tiktok-setzt-nach-drohung-der-eu-die-belohnungsfunktion-aus-li.2209127
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
The Belgian perk of choice? Meal vouchers widespread in Brussels and Wallonia: Belgians prefer meal vouchers over better compensation and additional holidays ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019696/the-belgian-perk-of-choice-meal-vouchers-widespread-in-brussels-and-wallonia
Luxembourg’s free public transport to be extended across French border with new commuter scheme
euronews.com/travel/2024/04/23/luxembourgs-free-public-transport-to-be-extended-across-french-border-with-new-commuter-sc
Brussels to create new walking and cycling path to Tour & Taxi Park: "Today, people still have to make a long diversion to enter the park even though they ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1017960/brussels-to-on-create-new-walking-and-cycling-path-to-tour-taxi-park
“Together for a strong Europe” - This is the motto under which Katarina Barley is running as the SPD's top candidate in the European elections in June ... Show more
U.S. bank regulators extend comment period on Capital One-Discover deal: U.S. bank regulators announced Wednesday they were extending the comment period on ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/us-bank-regulators-extend-comment-period-capital-one-discover-deal-2024-04-24/
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