Chinese security equipment company raided in EU over foreign subsidies concerns: A Chinese security equipment company was raided by the European Commission at ...
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Rights concerns, costs undermine Turkey-EU migrant deal, say auditors: Turkey's poor human rights record and economic factors are undermining the effectiveness ...
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Quick Glance: Rights Concerns, Costs Impact Turkiye-EU Migrant Deal
- Turkiye's poor human rights record and economic factors are undermining the effectiveness of the EU migration deal with Ankara.
- EU auditors raised concerns about NGOs' ability to operate projects due to Turkiye's authoritarian turn and crackdown on dissent.
- The report highlighted challenges in managing EU aid amidst Turkiye's economic downturn and rule of law backsliding by Ankara.
- The European Commission's lack of cost analysis and uncertainty post-aid end call for improvements in impact demonstration, sustainability, and value for money.
The Belgian perk of choice? Meal vouchers widespread in Brussels and Wallonia: Belgians prefer meal vouchers over better compensation and additional holidays ...
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Italy expects ECB to start cutting rates in second half of year: Italy expects the European Central Bank (ECB) to start cutting interest rates from the second ...
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Pound falls to lowest since December as dollar stays strong: The pound dropped to a four-month low against the dollar on Thursday, still under pressure after the ...
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Europe's Trumpists warm up for EU elections with series of rallies: Leading Eurosceptics are ready to shake up June’s EU election campaign with a set of rallies ...
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ECB's Simkus says several interest rate cuts are most likely: The European Central Bank will most likely cut interest rates several times, but it does not need ...
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German builders demand billions in subsidies to stem housing crisis: A plunge in new housing construction in Germany threatens to derail the country's economic ...
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EU leaders to call for harmonised EU bankruptcy, corporate tax laws: European Union leaders will call next week for a harmonisation of the 27-nation bloc's ...
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Healthcare firm PACS Group's shares rise nearly 10% in NYSE debut: PACS Group shares rose nearly 10% in their debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday ...
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Large education demonstration: Teachers come to Brussels en masse, some in underwear
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Wells Fargo boosts end-2024 target on S&P 500 to Street-high of 5,535: Wells Fargo raised its year-end target for U.S. benchmark S&P 500 index to 5 ...
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Act fast or fall behind China, US for good, EU leaders told | kuwaittimes: Act fast or fall behind China, US for good, EU leaders told - Business - BRUSSELS: ...
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High-Level Event on Education : Education at the core of the Global Gateway: Co-hosted by the European Commission and the Belgian Presidency of the Council of ...
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Belgium and the Philippines will cooperate in the semiconductor industry: LEUVEN - Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual announced in his ...
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De Croo launches rescue plan for Audi Brussels plant: Demand for Audi's Q8 e-tron models has been low and Audi has decided to produce the model in Mexico from ...
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2024 talent hunt: Companies in Brussels prepare for recruitment drive: Almost half of companies in Brussels expect to hire new staff while only 7% are ...
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Number of building permits issued in Belgium dropped significantly in 2023: The decline can be attributed to high-cost property development, expensive materials ...
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Nigeria's central bank sets minimum capital base for banks: Nigeria's central bank on Thursday announced new minimum capital requirements for banks in a bid to ...
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Argentine markets in celebratory mood ahead of Easter break: Argentina's markets are in celebration mode ahead of the long Easter public holiday with sovereign ...
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BOJ ends negative rate policy: The Bank of Japan (BOJ) on Tuesday decided to end its negative interest rate policy, marking a landmark shift away from its huge ...
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Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
BoE's Mann says markets are pricing in too many rate cuts: Bank of England policymaker Catherine Mann, who last week dropped her call for increases in borrowing ...
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Brussels food and drink: Innovative restaurants, drinks and cafés: "I have finally found the brasserie of my dreams in Brussels: a place where you ...
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Britain's Co-op Bank plans 400 layoffs as merger talks continue: Britain's Co-operative Bank said on Tuesday it had started a consultation to cut around 400 jobs ...
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Quick Glance: Cost-Cutting Measures: Co-operative Bank to Slash 400 Jobs
- The Co-operative Bank has announced plans to cut 400 positions to boost efficiency and reduce costs. This action is part of the lender's largest cost-cutting and restructuring programme since being rescued by hedge funds in 2017.
- The layoffs will impact various areas of the business, including its 50 branches, aiming to decrease the workforce of 3,000 employees by approximately 12%.
- These cuts signify a significant step as part of the bank's transformation plan following efforts over the past three years to simplify the lender and foster sustainable growth.
- A potential agreement could lead to the ethical bank returning to member ownership and operating as a key player in the High Street with nearly 5 million customers.
State of the Union: War economy and humanitarian aid: The economic impact of war and new sources of investment for defence were at the heart of the EU summit ...
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Brussels food and drink: Innovative restaurants, drinks and cafés: "I have finally found the brasserie of my dreams in Brussels: a place where you ...
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Try your luck in Brussels: shop sells still-sealed unwanted Amazon parcels: A shop has opened in Brussels selling still-sealed unwanted Amazon parcels by the ...
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Quick Glance: Take a Chance in Brussels: Shop Sells Unwanted Amazon Parcels
- A shop in Brussels sells still-sealed unwanted Amazon parcels.
- Customers can choose a box for 16 euros per kilo and some open them on the spot.
- Some are happy with items like connected watches or smartphones, while others receive odd items.
- The shop, Pile ou Face, has contracts with Amazon in Europe to receive unused parcels that were previously destroyed.
The Berlaymonster retires!: The popular satirical social media account is being handed over to an “anonymous” new owner.
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ECB could start rate cuts in June, De Cos says: The European Central Bank could start cutting interest rates in June after a reduction in euro zone inflation ...
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ECB's de Cos says economic growth might disappoint: Growth in the euro zone might disappoint, dragging down inflation with it, European Central Bank policymaker ...
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In Japan, rate rises herald a new era for financial markets: Barely weeks after Japanese stocks broke three-decade highs, the country's financial markets are ...
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Best in Town: Favourite bars for students in Brussels: To no one's surprise, Cimetière d'Ixelles has popular bars, but the city centre also has attractive ...
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By train across the border: train travel abroad is becoming more popular: More and more people are no longer taking a plane to travel abroad but instead taking a ...
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Wall Street's three major indexes closed higher, after US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he expected the central bank to cut rates this year ... Show more
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Be Courageous, Confident, and Curious: Insights for Women in ICT: Irina Varlan (Managing Director, GIGAEurope) shares lessons learnt when entering the Brussels ...
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Logo quiz - can you tell Tik Tok from WhatsApp and McDonald's from Burger King?: If you look around right now, you can probably spot a few logos - but have you ...
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Walmart reported strong profit and sales in its fourth quarter ending in late January after inflation-squeezed shoppers flocked to its stores reut.rs/3I79ZyY
EU moves against grain imports from Russia and Belarus: Brussels proposes tariffs as leaders push for tougher restrictions on Ukrainian produce
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From Paris to Brussels, Gaza is on the St Patrick’s Day agenda: Our Brussels correspondent followed Paschal Donohoe and Joe O’Brien on their excursions where ...
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Dustin Moskovitz: The billionaire who wants to prevent the apocalypse: Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz warns that AI will destroy humanity ...
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- Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz warns of the threat that AI could annihilate humanity.
- He is investing millions to counter this scenario, finding success in Brussels.
- Dan Hendrycks leads a research institute in San Francisco focusing on AI safety.
- The Center for AI Safety works on teaching machines ethics to prevent a potential apocalypse.
Four in 10 Brussels residents have serious financial worries: More than 2.1 million Belgians – and nearly four in 10 Brussels residents – are at risk of poverty ...
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End of combustion engines at EU level: Is there really a U-turn in Brussels?: What is true about the rumors that the combustion engine phase-out is to be ...
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EU fine against Apple: This penalty is intended to deter the tech giants: Brussels is slapping the iPhone manufacturer with a billion-dollar fine ...
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Ministers urge EU to increase CAP funds as farmers protest in Brussels: French President Emmanuel Macron says crisis in sector cannot be fixed ‘in a few hours’
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Meeting/interview with Thibauld Jongen, the CEO of SABCA, who is leaving this prestigious position after eight years.
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From @Breakingviews : Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East doesn’t seem to be affecting the oil market much. Investors’ eerie calm reflects expectations of weak ... Show more
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Delhi HC orders SpiceJet to return leased engine to Brussels by March 10: SpiceJet leased engine: Delhi HC orders SpiceJet to return leased engine to Brussels by ...
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The @ICRC will organize a workshop to promote understanding & respect for International Humanitarian Law ... Show more
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Brussels, Belgium to Accra, Ghana for only €429 roundtrip (Sep-Nov dates): Cheap flights from Brussels, Belgium to Accra, Ghana for only €429 roundtrip with ...
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Brussels hosts digital art exhibition showcasing symbols of Anatolia: ‘The Dance of Symbols' exhibition features artwork created by Azerbaijani artificial ...
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Paid articlePaid Plans to boost Belgium–Luxembourg rail connection and make trains faster: 45,000 Belgians commute between the two countries every day. But 85% make the journey ...
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Brucity’s new panoramic restaurant to open in February: Brussels diners are eagerly awaiting the opening of the Rooftop Panoramic Eatery in Brucity ...
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Belgium's new tax regime for expats: What changes?: Only those earning over €75,000 can now enjoy certain tax concessions. But as that is out of reach for most ...
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Brussels Develops Measures to Prevent Hungary from Stalling Ukraine Funding: An internal EU document has shown Brussels’ plans to cut funding to Hungary and ...
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US prices rose marginally in December as consumer spending surged at the end of 2023. The timing of the anticipated Fed rate cut is, however, uncertain reut.rs/3OGmVjh
Tesla posted sales and profit in the fourth quarter that missed analysts' expectations while its gross margin declined, as it warned of a notable slowdown in ... Show more
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Several Brussels vegan spots crowned best in Belgium: Whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast, a colourful lunch, an inspired dinner or a greasy comfort ...
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Report lauds Belgium's health care but cites over-use of some drugs: The use of antibiotics, antidepressants and anticholinergics (a group of medicines that ...
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Britain's annual rate of consumer price inflation surprisingly sped up in December as the CPI rose slightly to 4% - above analyst forecasts reut.rs/3tOAYMq
What does your car say about you? Who drives what in Belgium
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Farmers' anger rages on in Europe | Today's Front PageDiscontent farmers sweep Brussels, hurling eggs and stones in protest | Daily Sabah
India's Dec wholesale prices rise 0.73% on year: India's wholesale price index in December rose 0.73% year-on-year to a nine-month high ...
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NEW YEAR: Banjul, Gambia to Brussels, Belgium for only $450 USD roundtrip: New Year flights from Banjul, Gambia to Brussels, Belgium for only $450 USD roundtrip.
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Many Belgian businesses planning huge hiring spree at start of 2024: Over a third of companies in Belgium plan to expand their teams next year ...
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EU Commission accepts CAP closure for 2024: EU farmers are to be exempted from the CAP set-aside of 4% of their arable land in 2024. The EU Commission has ideas ...
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EU study on CO₂ reduction: No reduction in emissions - for 12 years: According to a study by the European Court of Auditors, cars emit a similar amount of CO₂ as ...
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Flixbus stopped in Belgium after alleged “terrorist” conversation: It is still unclear whether there was a real threat: a passenger claims to have heard an ...
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Singapore imposes civil penalty on Credit Suisse for managers' misconduct: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has imposed a civil penalty of S$3 ...
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Belgium cracks down on use of laughing gas: Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, will be banned in Belgium following the adoption of a royal decree by ...
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Telefonica boss: Mr. Álvarez is taking action: The head of the telecommunications group Telefónica is putting the German subsidiary under restraint ...
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Paid articlePaid Engie to hire 200 employees for Tihange and Doel nuclear reactors: "Their job isn't just to prolong the reactors' lifespan but also to manage the shutdown ...
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New Brussels-Berlin night train launches to warm welcome: "Because of its geographical location, Belgium has always been at the heart of the European rail ...
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Ryanair to create 150 jobs in ‘record’ London summer schedule: 60 of the positions will be based in Brussels, while no location has been specified for the ...
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