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Sint-Niklaas (Eurotoday) – The swimming pond at De Ster in Sint-Niklaas faces an algae problem, causing 46-day closures. East Flanders will use a phosphorus-removing chemical (10-year effect) and plant trees for a long-term fix. The province of East Flanders is trying to fix the algae problem in the swimming pond at De Ster in Sint-Niklaas. …

Silvio Gonzato, the European Union Ambassador to Albania, has highlighted the significance of a recent pre-financing allocation of 64.5 million euros as a pivotal milestone in Albania’s pursuit of EU membership. Ambassador Gonzato stated, “The EU is committed to supporting Albania on its journey toward membership.” “Congratulations to Albania for reaching this important point in…

Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen described the decision as “a positive development,” suggesting it reflects Washington’s recognition of the strong opposition to U.S. moves in Greenland. “I’m relieved,” Greenlandic MP Aqqalu Clasen Jerimiassen told POLITICO. “I have no issue with them visiting their own military base in Pituffik. Canceling the stop in Sisimiut was…

Greece (Eurotoday) – The Arctic region has emerged as a key area of geopolitical interest, with recent events underscoring its strategic importance. As Greenland prepares for local elections and discussions on forming a new government, several high-ranking officials from the Trump administration are scheduled to visit the island. Among them are U.S. National Security Adviser…

Copenhagen (dpa) – The European Union is witnessing an unprecedented surge in the consumption of clothing, shoes, and textiles, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency (EEA) set to be officially released on Wednesday. The report reveals that EU residents purchased an average of approximately 19 kilograms of textiles in 2022. This…

Defense Secretary Hegseth Criticizes European Defense Contributions Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth strongly agreed with Senator J.D. Vance’s criticism of European defense spending, calling it “PATHETIC” and condemning what he described as European nations “free-loading.” In response to these remarks, U.K. Defence Secretary John Healey addressed the issue during an interview with Times Radio, interpreting the…

According to the 2025 “Eurobarometer” survey conducted by the European Parliament, 66% of European citizens believe that the EU should play a more prominent role in addressing global crises and security concerns. The desire for a stronger EU presence varies significantly among member states, with overwhelming support in Sweden (87%) and Greece (75%), while only…

Brussels (Eurotoday) – European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius stated that the European Union is not yet prepared to issue Eurobonds to enhance defence capabilities necessary to deter potential military aggression against the bloc. In an interview with Euronews, he remarked: “Eurobonds mean that the European Union will accumulate greater debt, which will…