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Moroccan filmmaker Manal Chahboun competes in the first Walloon Film Festival

Moroccan filmmaker Manal Chahboun has been selected to compete in the official lineup of the first edition of the Walloon Film Festival, scheduled to take place from April 2 to April 25 across several regions in Belgium. Her short comedy film C.Q.F.D (C’est quasi foutu, docteur), released in 2025, has already gained recognition on the......

Europe launches its largest ever venture capital fund of funds at 15 billion euros

The European Investment Fund has unveiled a 15 billion euro fund of funds, the largest of its kind in Europe, as part of a sweeping initiative to address the continent's persistent shortage of late-stage venture capital. The vehicle, named ETCI 2, will back around 100 growth-stage funds and aims to unlock up to 80 billion euros in follow-on......

Francis Jespers named CEO of Allianz Trade Maroc

Allianz Trade has appointed Francis Jespers as CEO for Morocco effective March 1, 2026. He succeeds Stéphane Rutili, who is retiring after a distinguished career with the group. Jespers currently serves as Program Director for Northern Europe at Allianz Trade. He brings over 30 years of international experience within the company.......

BASF opens largest-ever China plant amid overcapacity concerns

BASF inaugurated Thursday its massive Verbund integrated chemical complex in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, southern China the company's biggest single investment in 160 years at 8.7 billion euros across four square kilometers employing over 2,000. Launch timing shadows short-term profitability amid industry overcapacity and weak margins.......

XRISM telescope solves 50 year mystery of gamma Cassiopeiae X rays

Astronomers have identified the source of unusual X ray emissions from gamma Cassiopeiae, resolving a scientific mystery that has persisted for nearly five decades. Observations from the XRISM space telescope show that a hidden white dwarf companion is responsible for the high energy radiation, ending a long standing debate over the system’s......

Belgian court delays ruling in TotalEnergies climate lawsuit

A Belgian court has postponed its decision in a climate-related lawsuit filed against French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies SE. The case, brought by a local farmer, will now see a ruling on September 9, 2026. Hugues Falys, a cattle farmer in Lessines, western Belgium, filed the suit seeking compensation for damages to his farm caused by......

Imec acquires advanced Asml tool to accelerate next-generation chip development

Belgian research center imec has secured a cutting-edge lithography system from ASML, marking a significant step forward in Europe’s efforts to remain competitive in the global semiconductor industry. The newly acquired machine uses High Numerical Aperture extreme ultraviolet (EUV) technology, a breakthrough expected to enable the production......

A decade after Brussels attacks survivor continues fight for recovery and compensation

Ten years after the devastating attacks in Brussels, the long-term impact on survivors continues to unfold, highlighting the enduring human cost of terrorism in Belgium. On March 22, 2016, coordinated bombings struck Brussels Airport and the Maalbeek metro station, killing 32 people and injuring hundreds. The attacks, claimed by the extremist......

Renewables cushion Europe power prices despite Iran conflict shock

European electricity markets are proving more resilient than expected to the Middle East energy crisis, as rapid expansion in wind and solar generation limits the impact of surging gas prices, according to a Bloomberg analysis. Gas prices in Europe have risen by more than 50 percent since late February, when the United States and Israel launched......

Asbestos-contaminated toys: Stretch Monster figures pulled from King Jouet stores

Parents are being warned after certain toys sold at King Jouet were found to contain asbestos. The French authorities recommend immediately stopping the use of these items and returning them to the store for a full refund. The recalled toys are “Stretch Monsters” figures from the brand Invinsible Heroes, sold in France, Belgium,......

European Commission warns of legal gap as child abuse image detection system nears expiration

The European Commission has expressed concern over the imminent expiration of a voluntary system for detecting and reporting child sexual abuse images on online platforms and messaging services. Negotiations to extend the system temporarily have failed, raising fears of a legal gap that could hamper protection efforts. Currently, platforms......

UN climate chief warns fossil fuel dependence threatens Europe’s security

The head of the United Nations climate body warned that Europe’s reliance on imported fossil fuels undermines the continent’s security and economic stability, urging policymakers to accelerate the shift toward renewable energy. Simon Stiell, executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, delivered......

Ukraine War: Slovakia supports sanctions on Russia as Belgium calls for negotiations

The war in Ukraine continues to reshape political positions across Europe as governments debate how to respond to the prolonged conflict with Russia. Since the launch of Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, the war has triggered sweeping sanctions, military aid packages and diplomatic tensions across the international......

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