Shopping habits: How much do people spend on groceries in Luxembourg?

A recent survey by RTL Infos shows that household size, family status, and cross-border shopping habits heavily influence how much Luxembourgers spend on groceries each month. A pensioner told RTL Infos: "If you want to live well and eat well,...

Amid data protection concerns: Luxembourg to introduce automatic plate recognition system on motorways

Luxembourg police may soon gain a powerful new tool: intelligent cameras that record license plates and vehicles to fight crime – but as lawmakers debate the draft law, questions about data protection remain unresolved. A new system to...

Burns, blows, and humiliation: Luxembourg court hears allegations of exploitation and violence at Nepali restaurant

Allegations of abuse, including burns, physical assaults, and extreme work conditions, were presented in court this week against a Rodange restaurant owner and his wife, who are accused of exploiting employees over an eight-year period. Burns,...

Activists demand more action after Palestine recognition

The three western nations made the historic step in recognising the State of Palestine, 108 years after the Balfour Declaration was made, which has garnered bittersweet welcome [GETTY] As the UK, Canada, and Australia formally recognised a...

Dubai unveils plan to cut education costs for parents

Dubai on Wednesday set out plans to encourage schools to reduce the price of education for parents by offering subsidies on running costs. Aisha Abdulla Miran, director general of Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority, stressed the...

Indonesia cannot condemn Gaza genocide while still silent on its use of Israeli spyware

When Indonesian president, Prabowo Subianto, rose at the United Nations General Assembly last week, his words carried moral weight. He declared unwavering solidarity with Palestine, condemning Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza, where hospitals are...

Trump told Muslim leaders he won't let Israel annex West Bank: Report

US President Donald Trump pledged to Muslim leaders that he wouldn't allow Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to annex the occupied West Bank, according to news outlet Politico. The report cited six sources familiar with the discussion...

Mongolia and Luxembourg strengthen bilateral ties

AKIPRESS.COM - Foreign Minister of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Luxembourg Xavier Bettel at the UN General Assembly in New York. Minister Battsetseg expressed gratitude for...

Gaza aid flotilla boats attacked by explosions and drones, activists say

Explosions and multiple drones have been reported by the organisers of the Gaza-bound flotilla carrying aid and pro-Palestinian activists on Tuesday evening. “Multiple drones, unidentified objects dropped, communications jammed, and explosions...

Historian: States recognizing Palestine due to growing Muslim communities in the West

Western recognition of Palestine this week was strongly influenced by growing Muslim communities, says historian Andrei Hvostov. "The fact that countries like France, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia recognize the State of Palestine may...

Pressing government for concrete action: Luxembourg City protest for Palestine set for Sunday

Calls for an immediate ceasefire and sanctions against Israel will be at the forefront of the Global March for Palestine in Luxembourg this Sunday, as organisers say diplomatic recognition of Palestine is only a first step. The Global March for...

Eurovision Song Contest: Luxembourg proceeds 'as planned' while awaiting EBU's decision on Israel

Amid growing international calls to exclude Israel from the Eurovision Song Contest due to the war in Gaza, RTL Luxembourg has stated it is following the European Broadcasting Union's consultation process while continuing its preparations for the...

Portugal strengthens position as Luxembourg winds down Golden Visa

Home Affairs Minister Léon Gloden has introduced draft legislation aimed at repealing the programme, which, since its 2017 launch, has granted just nine approvals. Investments under the scheme ranged from €500,000 to €20 million. By comparison,...

Greece is the fifth most expensive European destination in 2025

Europe continues to be the ultimate destination for those looking for a combination of history, culture and natural beauty. However, traveling to the continent is not always an economical affair. According to a recent study by the HelloSafe...

France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, San Marino & Andorra recognize ‘State of Palestine’ at UN assembly

French President Emanuel Macron delivers opening remarks at the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York City, Sept. 9, 2025. (Photo: IMAGO/AA via Reuters) French President Emanuel Macron formally announced his country’s recognition of a...

Investing in human capital: World Public Assembly calls for global action

One of the forum’s key sessions, titled: “From People's Trust to the Trust of Economies: Humanitarian Foundations of International Partnership,” brought together economic representatives from Angola, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Myanmar, Russia,...

Trump to present Gaza war plan to Arab, Muslim leaders at UN

Hamas have also sent Trump a letter demanding a 60-day ceasefire for the war-battered Gaza [Getty/file photo] US President Donald Trump is set to present a peace proposal and governance plan for post-war Gaza to Arab and Muslim leaders on Tuesday,...

Reality show: Why Europe must not cave in Trump’s culture war

Summary Europe is in a culture war with Trump’s America. Part of this involves Trumpists propping up their ideological allies in European politics. A deeper level involves humiliating Europeans in their dealings with the US. The two intertwine to...

Luxembourg activists vow to continue Irish campaign against facilitation of Israeli 'war bonds'

LUXEMBOURG ACTIVISTS HAVE said they will “work with friends in Ireland” to prevent the European sale of Israeli bonds being facilitated in the country. Protesters in Luxembourg have gathered outside the the headquarters of Luxembourg’s financial...

Small hands, big projects: Sanem launches 'Children's Toolbox' to bring kids' craft skills to life

A new pilot project in Sanem lets children design and build their own structures with the help of craftsmen, teaching them creativity, independence, and practical skills, with plans to expand the initiative nationwide from 2027 onwards through a...