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Halle (Eurotoday): Last weekend, Zennevallei police found 40 traffic violations in Halle, Sint-Pieters-Leeuw, and Beersel. One driver was caught driving an unregistered and uninsured car with fake plates. He was using his phone and had alcohol (1.40 per mile) and drugs in his system.  Last weekend, Zennevallei police checked traffic in Halle, Sint-Pieters-Leeuw, and Beersel,…

Romania Faces the Need for Vocational Education and Energy Reform Amid Broader European Concerns Romania is grappling with an urgent need to revitalize vocational schools for arts, crafts, and trades. The country has seen an explosion in university graduates who struggle to find jobs that match their qualifications. Many end up taking unskilled jobs overseas…

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Teachers at Virga Jessecollege, led by Caroline Defraine, raised concerns about a project, submitting a petition with 5,000 signatures. A decision will be made on December 3, with 45% of parents potentially leaving if the plans proceed. Teachers at Virga Jessecollege, led by Caroline Defraine, expressed their concerns about a project…

In Romania, where 23 percent of the workforce and 18 percent of the population are farmers — by far the highest proportion among EU member states — agriculture plays a central role in the nation’s socio-economic fabric. Against this backdrop, Georgescu’s agrifood policies are not just important; they are pivotal. His 17-page policy document, titled…

Strasbourg (Eurotoday) – The EU Commission’s Ursula von der Leyen said her new team is ready to address the bloc’s mounting challenges immediately. Ursula von der Leyen expressed gratitude to the outgoing College of Commissioners, acknowledging that five years ago, the challenges Europe would face were unforeseen. She praised the dedication and tirelessness of the…

Romania has made significant strides in curbing poverty over the past decade, thanks to a series of wide-ranging reforms. These included raising the minimum wage and overhauling the pension system, with visible progress as outlined by a World Bank report. However, the country’s social safety net still trails behind most EU nations, leaving vulnerable groups—such…

Strasbourg (Eurotoday) – Members of the European Parliament approved the second College of Commissioners headed by Ursula von der Leyen. What demands were raised by MEPs from the new commission?What is the composition of new commissioners? European Parliament approved Ursula von der Leyen’s commissioners for her second term after a months-long process that started with…

Brussels (Eurotoday): Nawal Ben Hamou is the new alderman for Housing, Equal Opportunities, Tourism, and Major Events in Brussels, appointed on November 26, 2024. She will focus on housing issues and inclusivity. Other officials include Mayor Philippe Close and Faouzia Hariche for Young Children. Nawal Ben Hamou, the former Brussels State Secretary for Housing and…

The European Union and the Mercosur nations are gearing up for a decisive move to ratify the EU-Mercosur Association Agreement, a contentious free trade pact that has been in negotiation for 25 years. Under pressure from member states like Germany and Spain, the European Commission appears ready to finalize the agreement. This deal would enable…

Strasbourg (Eurotoday) – MEPs approved aid package for flood recovery in Germany and Italy, highlighting increasing natural disasters. MEPs endorsed over €116 million in EU Solidarity Fund assistance to support recovery measures in two EU countries relating to floods in 2024. The aid package was supported by 660 votes in favour, 11 votes against and…