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A Belgian conductor has been sued for saying 'bonjour' too early to passengers on a train just south of Brussels, according to Belgian media.

Niels Troost, a Dutch trader, has been included in the EU sanctions list for allegedly trading Russian oil above the price limit after its introduction.

The return of Trump to the White House has accelerated negotiations for a peace deal in Ukraine, with European leaders now fighting for a seat at the negotiation table.

Els van Doesburg, a Dutch-born politician, might take over as the mayor of Antwerp if Bart De Wever becomes the Belgian Prime Minister. Van Doesburg is known for her conservative views and strong opinions on various social issues.

An engineer, inspired by a serial killer, poisoned his sick friend with thallium-laced tiramisu in hospital. How did it end?

Sixteen EU countries have asked the European Commission to come up with a new proposal in the coming months for taxing tobacco products in the EU, including electronic cigarettes and vapes.

Israel is facing increasing international criticism following a new report by Amnesty accusing the country of genocide in Gaza. Find out how Israel is responding to these accusations.

Germany is considering sending troops to Ukraine in case of a possible ceasefire with the Russian aggressor. Paris and London are also contemplating similar actions.

An incident occurred on the Baltic Sea between a Russian ship and a helicopter belonging to the German military. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock briefly mentioned the incident at a NATO meeting in Brussels, highlighting concerns over ships involved in bypassing sanctions imposed on Russia in the Baltic Sea. Baerbock announced increased patrols in the region and tighter surveillance on underwater cables and pipelines following recent damage to two data cables in the area, potentially due to sabotage.

Belgium becomes the first country in the world to implement a special labor law for sex workers, granting specific rights to prostitutes in employment.

Tom Waes, a well-known Belgian TV presenter, has faced numerous life-threatening situations throughout his career, earning him the nickname 'a man with nine lives'. From daring stunts in a Boeing 737 to surviving a fall from a homemade airplane, Waes has defied the odds time and time again.

The Moroccan police have arrested the fugitive top criminal Samir 'Patatje'. The arrest took place in Morocco a month ago near Casablanca. Samir, also known as 'Patatje' or 'Samir Turtle', is suspected of being involved in the smuggling of XTC pills to Morocco and human trafficking.

The new European Commission is set to start on December 1st after a chaotic political dispute between left and right-wing parties was resolved last week.

Netherlands and France join forces to combat anti-Semitism in Europe, with a focus on concrete actions rather than just words. A crisis situation is acknowledged with calls for urgent measures.

EU Foreign Affairs Chief Josep Borrell, 77, faced a setback during his latest meeting with EU foreign ministers. Borrell has been frustrated by the EU's stance on Israel, emphasizing more on the Palestinian cause.

A bloc of EU member states is at odds with the European Parliament over proposed changes to the contentious deforestation law, diminishing the likelihood of an agreement.

The EU has decided to implement a new package of sanctions against Iran, mainly due to its military support for Russia in the war with Ukraine.

US gives Ukraine permission to use long-range weapons against targets in Russian territory, surprising European allies. France, UK, and potentially Germany considering similar actions.

EU member states are facing challenges as they negotiate the EU budget for 2025 amid increased interest costs for the coronavirus recovery fund.

Belgium's formateur Bart De Wever has been granted extra time by King Filip as efforts to form a new government continue. The discussions between five political parties have been hindered by financial issues, delaying the formation of a new Belgian government.

A homeless man was found dead on the streets of Lyon, France, possibly killed by a concrete block. The incident shows similarities to a prior case in Rotterdam.

The threat of import tariffs on European products is causing anxiety in the European Union. This article discusses whether Viktor Orbán and Giorgia Meloni can prevent a potential trade war with the United States.

Belgian police are actively searching for a suspect who is believed to have taken the train from Breda to Belgium following a violent incident involving a sidewalk tile throwing. Meanwhile, a crowdfunding campaign has been started for the victim, Benjamin, who remains in a coma.

The recent political developments in the US shed light on the reasons behind the shocking defeat of the Democrats and the rise of Donald Trump's Republicans to power.

Victims of the 2016 terrorist attacks at Brussels Airport Zaventem are collectively receiving a compensation of €18.3 million, as reported by VRT.

A 25-year-old student of Singaporean descent was fatally stabbed in the heart of Brussels after refusing a cigarette.

A 13-year-old girl was seriously injured by fireworks after bullies threw them into the apartment where she lived.

Brussels and NATO are already considering the implications of Donald Trump's presidency on the war in Ukraine. Will Trump negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin? How will NATO respond?

The European Court of Auditors has raised concerns about inadequate supervision of relaxed state aid rules, which could undermine the internal market.

The European Court of Auditors warns of an increasing risk that EU funds will be spent twice for the same action.