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Gen Xer got $250K in student loans forgiven after decades of payments: Joel Lambdin, 49, said his student-loan forgiveness wasn't a "jump for joy" situation but ...
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The project is part of wider plans to revamp a network of streets in the Brussels municipality of Schaerbeek. Show more
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 ...
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CLO Strategy Selectively Adds Risk Amid Rally: CLOs rallied across the capital stack for the fifth consecutive month alongside better-than-feared earnings and ...
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North America Construction Outlook: Politics And Policy Rates Test The Sector's Resilience
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The cost of buying a home has hit an all-time high: It is more expensive than ever to buy a home in the U.S., according to a new report from the real estate ...
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Woman who wheeled a corpse into bank to co-sign a loan arrested - National | Globalnews.ca
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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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HECS indexation is expected to be 4.7 per cent. Check how much extra you could be paying with our calculator
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Speed check 'marathon' to be held throughout Belgium on Friday: Starting at 06:00 am on Friday, speed checks will be stepped up nationwide and last for 24 hours.
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1010934/speed-check-marathon-to-be-held-throughout-belgium-on-friday
"Instead of slowing down, the global electric revolution seems set for another growth stage". The IEA forecasts another record year with a 20% rise ... Show more
Cold rainy week before temperatures rise next weekend: Maximum temperatures will vary between 5 and 11 degrees this weekend.
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Zions Bancorporation, National Association (ZION) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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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 ...
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UAE Central Bank permits banks to postpone personal and car loans for six months
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Quick Glance: UAE Floods: Banks Allowed to Defer Loan Repayments for 6 Months After Storm, Central Bank Announces
- The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) issued a notice to all banks and insurance companies to defer repayment of personal and car loan instalments for customers affected by the weather conditions for six months.
- The deferral will not include additional fees, interest, or an increase in the loan principal amount.
- The Central Bank clarified that damages to vehicles and homes caused by heavy rains are covered by insurance policies, with insurance companies responsible for compensation.
- The public is advised to review insurance policies carefully, protect their rights, and contact SANADAK, the financial and insurance ombudsman, for complaints or disputes with insurance companies.
Hidden Belgium: The Annevoie gardens: Deep in the woods in a remote corner of the Ardennes, the water gardens at Annevoie are among the most elaborate in Europe.
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Belgium welcomes UNRWA report saying Israel 'yet to provide evidence' for claims: "Belgium has maintained its funding and calls on other governments to ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Balkan Trafik: A taste of Southeast Europe in Brussels: Balkan Trafik returns to Brussels this weekend, with Manu Chao and Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra ...
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Come rain or shine, the first 'guinguette' summer bars open this weekend
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More Belgians in work and with higher education qualifications, according to census
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Boulevard Adolphe Max pedestrian improvements inaugurated: The pedestrian area on Boulevard Adolphe Max in Brussels is finally clear of construction vehicles and ...
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Hidden Belgium: A lost museum in Brussels: Built in 1881, this ornate glass-roofed gallery originally had 30 shops, several theatres and a museum.
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/219297/hidden-belgium-a-lost-museum-in-brussels
Mortgage rates top 7 percent for first time in 2024: Mortgage rates topped 7 percent for the first time this year, according to data released Friday by Freddie ...
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Quick Glance: Mortgage Rates Surge Above 7% in 2024, Posing Major Dilemma for Homebuyers
- US mortgage rates have surged above 7%, increasing costs for homebuyers.
- The rise in mortgage rates impacts monthly costs, limiting purchasing power.
- Uncertainty surrounding rate trends poses a decision dilemma for potential homebuyers.
- Experts anticipate a moderate easing of mortgage rates later in the year.
US pending home sales jumped in March, beating expectations by a mile: Home sales based on contract signings jumped in March despite elevated mortgage rates that ...
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Seagull screaming competition: Cooper, nine years old, European champion: In De Panne, Belgium, people are screaming like seagulls. This year's edition produced ...
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Belgium to accelerate efforts to deliver F-16 jets to Ukraine in 2024: The Belgian government has decided to accelerate the supply of its own F-16 fighter jets ...
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Hot Tips for Home Buyers and Sellers Right Now: Real estate looks to be especially hopping this spring, thanks to pent-up demand and buyers adjusting to higher ...
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New she-wolf spotted in NRW - she comes from Belgium: A new wolf has been spotted in NRW: The female wolf "GW3650f" comes from Belgium and has killed at least ...
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Biden administration announces new round of loan cancellation for 260,000 borrowers
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Quick Glance: Biden administration announces more student loan cancellation
- A new repayment arrangement by the Biden administration allows for the cancellation of student loans for an additional 206,000 borrowers.
- Through the Education Department's SAVE Plan, nearly 8 million Americans have embraced the plan, with 4.5 million not paying due to lower incomes.
Belgium remains part of EU group prepared to recognise Palestine, clarifies De Croo
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Belgians see wealth grow by €62.5 billion again in year
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Explainer: How to apply for Youth Enterprise Fund: According to Barayan, the Youth Enterprise Development Fund aims to financially support youths operating ...
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Hangar Festival to welcome 10,000 festival goers this weekend along Brussels canal
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Six Walloon communes pledge to support regional dialects: The project highlights regional dialects such as Walloon, Picard, Gaumais, Champenois ...
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Meryl, SiR, Ghetts: Couleur Café unveils another 16 acts: All camping tickets have already been sold out, as have 90% of the combi-tickets.
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1010051/meryl-sir-ghetts-couleur-cafe-unveils-another-16-acts
Student-loan borrowers delay kids, buying a car due to debt: survey: A new Gallup survey found that 71% of student-loan borrowers have put off key life events ...
businessinsider.com/student-loan-borrowers-delay-having-kids-buying-car-home-marriage-2024-4
Some student loan borrowers may need to apply for forgiveness by April 30: Eligible borrowers who consolidate loans on time may see thousand of dollars of ...
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Belgium on track to open new gas power plant in Liège: It will be one of the largest turbine-gas-steam plants in the world with power for more than one million ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1013637/belgium-on-track-to-open-new-gas-power-plant-in-liege
Belgium, Czechia ask EU to step in against Russia's elections interference: The governments of Belgium and Czechia sent a letter to other EU leaders on ...
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Driving with a blood alcohol level of 2: driver (40) acquitted due to rare disease
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Today’s American Dream Is Renting, Not Buying. This Expert Agrees: Some people rent because they can't afford to buy a home. Others do it simply because ...
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Taxi driver won lottery six weeks ago – but hasn't seen a penny due to new rule: Ray Laird from Bootle, Merseyside, has been playing the National Lottery for 30 ...
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U.S. Mortgage Rates Jump Above 7% for the First Time This Year: Rates on 30-year mortgages — the most common kind among U.S. homeowners — surpassed the 7 percent ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/business/mortgage-rates.html
Housing experts say there just aren't enough homes in the U.S.: The United States is millions of homes short of demand, and lacks enough affordable housing units ...
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246623204/housing-experts-say-there-just-arent-enough-homes-in-the-u-s
Belgium collected over 3,900 tonnes of used batteries in 2023: Belgium set a new record by collecting 3,907 metric tonnes of used batteries ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011464/belgium-collected-over-3900-tonnes-of-used-batteries-in-2023
Huge Disparity In These 2 REITs: We're looking at two REITs with similar portfolios and a 20% difference in valuation. Explore more details here.
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Paid articlePaid 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 ...
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Belgium opens probe into pro-Russia network accused of paying MEPs: Moscow’s “objectives are clear,” said Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo.
politico.eu/article/belgiam-prosecutor-open-probe-pro-russia-network-accused-pay-mep/
Home-brewer verdict in Belgium: body produces alcohol - acquittal after drunk driving
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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 ...
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Wallonia reactivates 'winter service' as snow returns to south Belgium: After a touch of summer last weekend, the April weather is now testing us again.
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011933/wallonia-reactivates-its-winter-service-as-snow-returns-to-south-belgium
Belgium probes Russian interference in EU elections: Two months before Europeans vote in 27 countries, Moscow is accused of trying to influence the vote.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68797624
Mayor of Uccle wants to re-open Bois de la Cambre to traffic: This measure could take a variety of forms, such as only opening the route to traffic on weekdays ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1011989/mayor-of-uccle-wants-to-re-open-bois-de-la-cambre-to-traffic
Housing experts say there just aren't enough homes in the U.S.: The United States is millions of homes short of demand, and lacks enough affordable housing units ...
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246623204/housing-experts-say-there-just-arent-enough-homes-in-the-u-s
Belgium's quirky traditions: Singing contests for finches: "We are very often judged on our dark past, and are often portrayed as people who harm nature ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1002057/belgiums-quirky-traditions-singing-contests-for-finches
First-time buyers face toughest test for 70 years, lenders say: First-time buyers depend on two high incomes or parental support, the Building Societies ...
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Record fines for De Lijn bus drivers: A total of 2,531 traffic offences by De Lijn were recorded last year, representing fines of more than €173,000 ...
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Belgium to investigate suspected Russian interference in EU elections: Belgium will investigate Russian meddling in European Parliament elections after the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/12/europe/european-elections-russian-interference-intl/
Why Belgian museums need to confront their looted African trophies
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1010219/why-belgian-museums-need-to-confront-their-looted-african-trophies
The Brussels Times selects some of the best exhibitions currently on show in museums and galleries. Show more
One in four Belgians are considering a career change: A survey showed that 46% of senior management officials and 37% of under 45s in Belgium want to change tack ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1007994/one-in-four-belgians-are-considering-a-career-change
Bladex Still An Opportunity, With Caution On New Business Segments: Bladex achieves record FY23 results with significant growth in net income, credit book ...
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Paid articlePaid Brussels delays decision on classification of iconic Palais du Midi: The Brussels Government was supposed to formally decide on the classification of the ...
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Century-old LNER train wagon found in Belgium is rare first model: York-based LNER says the wagon, unearthed in Antwerp, was only briefly in service around 1930.
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Red Cross will soon be able to collect more plasma from donors: With the increased medical use of plasma, for example in medication or as a coagulant ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1013690/red-cross-will-soon-be-able-to-collect-more-plasma-from-donors
Portuguese scientist wins European Seagull Screeching Championship in Belgium: A Belgian participant dressed up as a seagull with feathers and won the bronze ...
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New X users will have to pay to post messages, says Musk: The proposal would combat the deluge of "bots", as current artificial intelligence can easily ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1008373/new-x-users-will-have-to-pay-to-post-messages-says-musk
Mortgage rates reach new high for 2024: Our frozen housing market may not unthaw this spring due to lack of affordability.
axios.com/2024/04/24/mortgage-rates-high-april-2024
Belgium probes EU lawmakers allegedly bribed by Moscow: Belgium's federal prosecutor has launched an investigation against members of the European Parliament ...
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South Poorton: Historical coins found under floor sell for £60,000: The cache of more than 1,000 gold and silver coins was found during renovation work at a ...
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Medallion Financial: Dividend Growth Opportunity In Preferred Shares: Medallion Financial now lends its depositors' money for recreational and home improvement ...
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The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Are Skyrocketing: Rising insurance premiums, property taxes and maintenance costs show little sign of abating ...
wsj.com/economy/housing/housing-affordability-taxes-insurance-costs-rise-bca64df1
The best time to sell your home in the US is now: If you are selling a home in the U.S., you may wonder when to put it on the market and get the best price.
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U.S. housing market paralyzed by lock-in effect | Analysis: For homeowners not looking to move anytime soon, the low rates they secured will benefit them for ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/upshot/mortgage-rates-homes-stuck.html
Grindr sued for sharing sensitive users' data: The information allegedly shared includes ethnicity and sexual orientation, as well as data regarding HIV tests.
brusselstimes.com/business/1017178/grindr-sued-for-sharing-sensitive-users-data
Quick Glance: Lawsuit Alleges Grindr's Unauthorized HIV Status Disclosure
- A group of 670 individuals have joined a class action lawsuit against LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr in the UK seeking damages for the alleged unauthorized disclosure of HIV status and other sensitive data to third parties.
- The lawsuit claims that Grindr violated UK data protection laws by sharing user data without consent, particularly data disclosed before April 3, 2018, and between May 25, 2018, and April 7, 2020.
- Researchers from SINTEF in 2018 published information indicating that Grindr was sharing user data, including HIV status, with analytics companies, sparking intense criticism and prompting changes to the company's privacy policy.
- Grindr was fined 65 million Norwegian kroner for violating GDPR consent rules, leading to further legal issues in the US.
Czechia and Belgium call for new sanctions against Russia for trying to influence EU elections
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451707/
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