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Strasbourg – The EU Parliament calls for the immediate release of Swedish-Chinese publisher Gui Minhai. This support was shown in a non-binding resolution that was overwhelmingly approved on Thursday, with 546 votes in favor, 3 against, and 44 abstentions. All Swedish members of the Parliament voted in support. Gui Minhai was initially arrested in October…

Koksijde (Eurotoday Newspaper) – A teacher from Ter Duinen Hotel School in Koksijde was suspended after alleged misconduct during a trip abroad. Principal Peter Verbeke confirmed police involvement and a disciplinary investigation. As HLN News reported, a teacher from the Ter Duinen Hotel School in Koksijde, in the province of West Flanders, Belgium, has been…

The Dutch far-right politician, leading the polls before the October 29 elections, claimed he was targeted by the same group behind the thwarted plot against Belgium’s Bart de Wever.

Ljubljana – Slovenia has commenced full implementation of the European Parliament and Council regulation regarding transparency and targeting in political advertising. This initiative aims to enhance transparency in political campaigns, requiring that all political advertisements be clearly labeled as such, along with details about the client and the advertisement’s cost. The regulation establishes uniform rules…

Nieuwkerke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Workers at Clarebout Potatoes (3,000 employees) continue striking at Nieuwkerke, Warneton, Mouscron, and Dunkirk over bonuses. Jan Clarebout will pay €500–€1,000 despite talks. As Nieuwsblad News reported, workers at the West Flemish potato processor Clarebout Potatoes will continue their strike over the weekend. The walkout affects the company’s plants in…

The European Union is considering raising taxes on various products, including e-cigarettes. This Friday, finance ministers from EU member states will discuss a proposal from the EU Commission to revise the 2014 tobacco directive. EU Commissioner for taxation Wopke Hoekstra emphasizes the necessity of this update. “Europe faces a significant issue with tobacco,” says Wopke…

A spokesperson stated, “We will not comment further while the process is ongoing. Appropriate measures will be taken based on the conclusions of this inquiry.” The federal prosecutor’s office and federal police services both declined to provide comments. The City of Brussels police unit also supervises the areas surrounding the European Union institutions in Brussels.…

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Bpost will move Beveren and Temse distribution centres to Sint-Niklaas in 2026. Spokesperson Mathieu Goedefroy says the modern Europark-Noord centre will improve efficiency and support electric vans by 2030. As VRT News reported, Bpost will move its distribution centres from Beveren and Temse to a larger facility in Sint-Niklaas next…

The International Dance Festival, directed by the acclaimed Albanian choreographer Angelin Preljocaj, launched its inaugural performances in Tirana, featuring renowned choreographers from both Europe and Albania. With support from the European Union, this year’s edition takes contemporary dance beyond traditional venues, engaging communities across various city areas. The EU delegation in Tirana emphasized that this…

Belgian authorities have detained two individuals suspected of planning an attack on De Wever. Investigators stated on Thursday that they are examining evidence of a plan involving a drone to detonate a potential explosive device as part of a “jihadist-inspired terrorist attack,” in addition to bomb components created with a 3D printer. This thwarted plot…