European countries top ‘scorecard’ on climate progress while US slips to 27th Estonia, Luxembourg and UK are the top three in biennial Yale University index in tackling pollution and other issues The Guardian - US · Jul 8
Gender pay gap vs pension gap across Europe: Why inequality gets worse in retirement? The gender pension gap in the EU is more than double the gender pay gap. Experts point to additional factors, including gaps in hours worked and contribution years, which largely result from gender roles and unpaid care work. Euronews · Jul 6
Paytm's European arm secures payment institution licence in Luxembourg Paytm's European arm, Paytm Europe Payments, has secured a crucial payment institution license from Luxembourg's financial regulator, effective July 2, 2026. This approval allows the company to offer a range of payment services, including fund transfers and credit line-backed transactions. The move follows a significant investment by its parent company,… The Economic Times · Jul 3
Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting in bloc first A Swedish government minister brought her baby to an European Union council meeting in Luxembourg on Thursday (25 June) in a first for the bloc. The Independent UK · Jun 26
Newsletter: Temperatures rise over sanctions against Russia In this newsletter: Bulgaria attempts to bulldoze part of the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia, criticism mounts over the EU's hyped rule of law reports, and a baby makes an appearance at a council meeting in Luxembourg. Euronews · Jun 26
'OpenLux' investigation reveals new Luxembourg firms linked to wealthy Spaniards The international investigation 'OpenLux' uncovers new companies linked to some of Spain's biggest fortunes, including Amancio Ortega's property holding firms worth over €10 billion. Euronews · Jun 24
Ripple Beat Europe's Crypto Deadline by 8 Days. Most Firms Won't Make It. On June 23, Ripple, the parent company of XRP, announced a preliminary CASP "Green Light Letter" from Luxembourg's financial regulator, the CSSF, under MiCA. International Business Times · Jun 23
UCI Gravel World Series: Winning runs for world champion Lorena Wiebes and Belgian champion Niels Vandeputte at Eislek Gravel Luxembourg Solo victory for Wiebes while men's race comes down to small group sprint on final cobbled climb Cycling News · Jun 22
Newsletter: The G7's moment of reckoning Also in this newsletter: Ukraine and Moldova enter first phase of talks on joining the European Union; and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares to join G7 leaders after Russian strikes kill nine and damage landmark cathedral overnight. Euronews · Jun 15
Retirement wealth across Europe: Which countries have the wealthiest over-65s? The wealth gap among older Europeans is huge: households aged 65-74 in Luxembourg have a median net wealth of €1.22 million, compared with just €36,300 in Latvia. The figures highlight how housing, pensions and family support shape retirement security. Euronews · Jun 14
The passion and resurrection of Kaja Kallas In her weekly newsletter, Euronews’ Europe editor Maria Tadeo reports on the week from hell for the EU’s top diplomat and her plan to salvage the European diplomatic service, plus Pope Leo’s apostolic journey in Spain and the Eurogroup meeting in Luxembourg. Euronews · Jun 13
THE POWER OF PLAY: NEW RESEARCH CONFIRMS JUST SECONDS OF PLAY INSTANTLY BRING FAMILIES CLOSER LUXEMBOURG, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Power of Play: Family Connection" study, conducted in two phases by the University of East London (UEL) with support from Kinder, reveals new findings, building on Phase 1 research into the power of shared play on emotional connection and family bonding and highlighting… AAP · Jun 11
Five EU countries push tougher safeguards for future members to avoid Orbán repeat Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg want stronger safeguards to act faster against democratic and legal breaches in future EU members. The proposal reflects the lessons learned from the Orbán era. Euronews · Jun 10
Israel 1-5 Scotland: Caroline Weir hits four as SWNT secure top spot ahead of Belgium Israel 1-5 Scotland: Caroline Weir hits four as SWNT secure top spot ahead of Belgium The National (Scotland) · Jun 9
Euronews · Jun 9 Where apartment prices are double those in Paris: Europe's most expensive housing markets A new ranking shows Switzerland and Luxembourg dominate Europe's priciest property markets, with apartment prices in Zurich more than double those in Paris.
The Independent UK · Jun 7 First British woman crosses Atlantic Ocean by open-basket gas balloon Alicia Hempleman-Adam landed safely with her teammates Bert Padelt and Peter Cuneo in Luxembourg on Sunday
Evening Standard · Jun 7 Adventurer becomes first British woman to cross Atlantic by hydrogen balloon Alicia Hempleman-Adams, from Bath, landed safely with her teammates Bert Padelt and Peter Cuneo in Luxembourg on Sunday.
Euronews · Jun 4 Europe's take-home pay ranking: Where do you earn the most after tax? Workers' take-home pay varies dramatically across Europe, with annual net earnings ranging from under €13,000 to more than €54,000. While adjusting for living costs narrows the gap between eastern and western Europe, significant differences remain.
The Economic Times · Jun 3 Court rules EU must drop strict curbs on Facebook Marketplace The appeal before the EU's General Court in Luxembourg regarded the platforms' designation under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), one of several EU digital laws facing fierce criticism from US President Donald Trump's administration.
Bored Panda · May 28 30 New Cozy And Emotionally Honest Comics By This Artist, Inspired By Everyday Life And Relationships Relationship comics often rely on exaggerated drama or punchlines, but Valérie Minelli approaches everyday life very differently. Through her ongoing webcomic series published under the name Mrs. Frollein, the Luxembourg-born artist focuses on the routines, misunderstandings, emotional habits, awkward moments, affection, and tiny interactions that usually pass unnoticed but end…
AAP · May 28 Stoneshield Capital Closes Oversubscribed Opportunity Fund IV at €1.5 Billion Hard Cap LUXEMBOURG, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stoneshield Capital, a leading European investment firm focused on building and scaling platforms across real assets, announced today the final close of Stoneshield Opportunity Fund IV at its hard cap of €1.5 billion in total capital commitments, excluding co-investments, surpassing its original €1.0…
The Times of India · May 25 141 gold coins found in a Luxembourg field reveal a lost Roman secret buried for 1,700 years In a quiet field in northern Luxembourg, something glinted beneath the soil that did not belong to the present. At first, it looked like just another odd fragment of metal, easily overlooked in a landscape already layered with history. But what lay beneath the ground near Holzthum village soon began…
Digital Camera World · May 24 This remarkable wartime snapshot reveals an important truth about model-turned-photojournalist Lee Miller A new exhibition of Lee Miller's work opens this week – and a single image tells you everything you need to know
AAP · May 22 Stoneshield Capital to acquire 15% stake in Exolum from OMERS LUXEMBOURG, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stoneshield Capital today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire a 15% stake in Exolum from OMERS, building on its existing investment in the company since January 2026. The remaining 10% of OMERS ~25% stake is separately being acquired by a…
AAP · May 19 Ferrero Group unveils new Wonka family of products alongside exclusive global partnership with Netflix LUXEMBOURG, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ferrero Group today reveals plans to bring a new Wonka range to market, alongside a new collaboration with Netflix.