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One of the most politically sensitive issues in Brussels is the €1.2 trillion EU budget, which dictates spending across various priorities, from aid to Ukraine to support for cultural projects like film subsidies. Eastern European and Nordic states, such as Poland and Sweden, are pushing for increased defense spending. Meanwhile, Southern European nations, including Italy…

Europe’s Moment of Reckoning Europe may once again find itself grappling with the drama of a Donald Trump presidency—complete with fiery all-caps tweets, NATO withdrawal threats, and tariff saber-rattling. Yet, within this turbulence lies an opportunity: could this be Europe’s wake-up call to finally take charge of its own destiny? For years, European leaders have…

Budapest (Eurotoday Newspaper) – The country’s presidency of the EU Council ends today, December 31, 2024, with Hungary’s period under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán closing within a trying six months. The presidency of Hungary in the Council of the European Union ends today, December 31, 2024. The latter-day marks the end of six months since…

Brussels (Eurotoday): The EU is preparing to halt Russian gas via Ukraine, and Slovakia threatens to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine. A representative of the European Commission has stated the European Union is ready to halt the transit of Russian gas via Ukraine, reported DW. According to her, European Union infrastructure is adaptable enough to…

Nigel Farage’s right-wing populist party, Reform UK, appears poised to secure substantial parliamentary gains, according to a recent poll. In a bold New Year’s address, Farage took aim at what he labeled the Labour and Conservative “uniparty,” positioning Reform UK as an alternative to Britain’s dominant political forces. Speaking from the birthplace of Winston Churchill,…

Brussels (Eurotoday): Starting January 1, 2025, service vouchers in Flanders will cost €10 instead of €9, adding about €582.4 to yearly expenses. Families will see a €135 increase in energy bills and a €60 rise in water costs. Food prices may go up by 5%, affecting budgets. The Flemish government, led by Zuhal Demir, plans…

Mechelen (Eurotoday): Thieves attempted to break into a jewelry store in Mechelen on New Year’s Eve, but were stopped by nearby shoppers. Two men, aged 16 and 31, were arrested after breaking the window. Thieves targeted a jewelry store in Mechelen just after 5 p.m. on 30 December while the city was busy with New…

Knokke-Heist (Eurotoday): vzw Hotels Knokke-Heist launched an AED program, training staff to use defibrillators. Secretary Robin Schluter emphasized this can increase survival rates by up to 93%. Staff like Bieke Van Parys feel safer, enhancing overall hotel safety. Last year, vzw Hotels Knokke-Heist, which represents hotels in Knokke-Heist, launched a program to make guest safety…

Anderlecht (Eurotoday): Around 30 young people protested in Kuregem, Anderlecht, attempting to set fire to a Christmas tree. Police intervened, leading to eight arrests. A curfew for youths under 16 was announced to prevent further disturbances. Last night in the Kuregem area of Anderlecht, around 30 young people protested in the streets. The situation got…

Brussels (Eurotoday): Tollet, a jewelry store started in 1902 by Didier Tollet, is facing tough times after COVID. The city center has become dirty and unsafe, so shoppers have moved out of city. Travel issues in Brussels are also affecting business, with fewer tourists visiting. The Tollet brand was started in 1902 but became well-known…