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Bruges (Eurotoday): A 44-year-old man from Turkey was arrested in the Netherlands as part of a Belgian human trafficking investigation. Belgium has requested his extradition for further questioning. He is connected to a group that provides unsafe rubber boats for illegal crossings, which have caused at least 50 deaths this year. A 44-year-old man of…

Ostend (Eurotoday): Dirk Declerck, the manager of Ostend port, is against the Dunkirk wind farm because it could create safety issues for busy shipping routes. He wants to stop the construction to protect the port. According to Port Manager Dirk Declerck, the port of Ostend supports building a wind turbine park off the coast of…

Relations between the U.K. and the U.S. grew strained during Boris Johnson’s term, particularly when Donald Trump pressured Britain to remove Chinese tech giant Huawei from its 5G network due to security concerns. Ultimately, the U.K. sided with the U.S., but the decision caused tension with China. There’s a possibility that Trump, if he returns…

Leuven (Eurotoday): Ten years ago, KU Leuven opened its historic library and tower to the public, enhancing community engagement. Van Kiel noted challenges in visitor management, but the decision increased cultural appreciation. The library, rebuilt post-World War I, will celebrate its 100th anniversary in four years. Ten years ago, the historic university library and its…

Genk (Eurotoday): Studio Pieter Stockmans, a leader in Belgian porcelain since 1987, is recognized for its unique, handcrafted designs. Widukind Stockmans has managed the studio since 2007. King Filip and Queen Mathilde will honor her contributions to Belgian art on November 19, 2024. Studio Pieter Stockmans is known around the world for its porcelain designs,…

French President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated his opposition to allowing massive agricultural imports while simultaneously asking European farmers to adopt stricter practices. “I will say this simply, we cannot ask our farmers in Europe to change their practices, to not use certain products, and to develop quality farming, while at the same time open our…

Hasselt (Eurotoday): At the University of Hasselt, Professor Koen Van Laer leads efforts to raise awareness about the Gaza humanitarian crisis through lectures, film screenings, and protests. Their initiatives aim to foster community support and dialogue about the urgent needs in Gaza, especially regarding education’s impact due to violence. At the University of Hasselt, students…

Brussels (Eurotoday): The Train Hostel in Brussels reopened for homeless families, providing shelter and support. After assisting 607 people last year, it faces potential closure again in five months, highlighting ongoing housing challenges. The former youth hostel in Brussels, which opened in March 2023 as an emergency shelter for the homeless, provided aid to 607…

The Greens currently hold 11 percent support, according to POLITICO’s Poll of Polls, placing them fourth, behind the opposition Christian Democratic Union (33 percent), the far-right Alternative for Germany (18 percent), and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) at 16 percent. After securing the Greens’ nomination, PLACEHOLDER41a61c06683e7e73 to offer the German electorate “an offer of confidence”…

Antwerp (Eurotoday): Antwerp’s winter shelter for the homeless opens but has fewer beds due to asbestos found in the Desguinlei building. There are now 44 beds available instead of the usual 90, with 20 extra beds added at two other shelters. Alderman Tatjana Scheck said the city is working on a long-term fix and is…