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Belgium, like Portugal, achieves EU winter gas reserve target
The Belgian gas network operator Fluxys has filled the underground gas storage in Loenhout with 7.745 terawatt-hours (TWh) of natural gas, reaching 92.1 percent capacity, according to the Gas Infrastructure Europe database. Portugal is the only country with a fully filled gas reserve. As of Tuesday morning at 6 AM, the EU’s overall gas reserves…
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History Repeats: Smoot-Hawley’s Modern Revival
The alarming consequences of President Trump’s tariff agenda, marketed as a bid for patriotic self-reliance but operating in practice as a regressive tax, are becoming unmistakable. His revived tariff crusade, in motion since his January inauguration, has propelled the average US tariff rate to 17.3 percent – its highest since the protectionist misadventures of 1935,…
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New Survey Reveals Half of Journalists Use Generative AI
A large majority of those surveyed are pessimistic about AI: 85% believe it will worsen fake news, and 83% think it erodes trust in journalism. The most popular uses include automated translation (45%), transcribing interviews (35%), and proofreading (30%). Generative AI is mainly used for saving time, working efficiently, or seeking inspiration, primarily supporting existing…
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EU Reaffirms Ukraine’s Role in Negotiations and Issues Warning to Russia, Excluding Hungary
Brussels – Twenty-six of the 27 European Union member states, excluding Hungary, have endorsed a message supporting the peace initiative proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. They assert that Ukrainians have “the right to choose their own destiny” and advocate for ongoing sanctions against Russia. The European Council leaders emphasize the need for “a just…
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Hasselt Pukkelpop Closed Kempische Steenweg for Four Days
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The 40th edition of Pukkelpop begins August 14th, 2025, in Hasselt, with Kempische Steenweg closed for 4 days, Tulpinstraat restricted, free shuttles/night buses, detours via Corda Campus/Ranonkelstraat, advised by Dorien Bans. As VRT News reported, the 40th edition of Pukkelpop begins tomorrow, Aug 14, 2025. in Hasselt. Thousands of festival-goers…
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Kosovo: This Year’s EC Report on Rule of Law Offered a More Objective Perspective for Slovakia than in Prior Years
Bratislava – Marcela Kosová, Chairwoman of the Judicial Council of the Slovak Republic, stated that this year’s European Commission (EC) report on the rule of law in Slovakia was more objective compared to previous assessments. The Judicial Council acknowledged the report during its meeting on August 13, as reported by TASR. “I have nothing prepared…
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Kremlin Confirms One-on-One Meeting Between Trump and Putin in Alaska
The Kremlin announced that a joint press conference is expected at the end of the summit, according to the state-controlled news agency Interfax. Ushakov stated that the main focus will be on resolving the “Ukrainian crisis,” building on prior discussions between the Kremlin and Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff. Other topics on the agenda include…
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Boudry Family Launches Large-Scale Hydroponic Leek Production in Ypres
Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Boudry family in Ypres launched large-scale outdoor hydroponic leek farming after 10 years of research with Inagro. Researcher Tim de Cuypere highlights faster growth, higher yields, cleaner leeks, and automated systems. As VRT News reported, the Boudry family farm in Ypres has started the first large-scale outdoor hydroponic leek…
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EU Officials and 26 Foreign Ministers Call for NGO Access to Gaza
Brussels (dpa) – Delegates from 26 Western nations and the EU Commission are urging Israel to permit aid shipments into the Gaza Strip. “All border crossings and routes should be utilized to facilitate a significant influx of aid to Gaza,” a collective statement asserts. This declaration was made by three EU commissioners, including EU foreign…