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Thousands march on International Women’s Day

Protesters marched through Luxembourg City on International Women’s Day to demand action against inequalities in healthcare. Organised by the Journée Internationale des Femmes Luxembourg, the demonstration moved from Place de Paris to Place Guillaume II. Participants highlighted how factors such as income, housing, discrimination and violence shape health outcomes, arguing that women and marginalised groups face greater barriers to care. Organisers called for universal access to healthcare, stronger focus on reproductive health and greater recognition of social inequalities as a public health issue. Société nationale des habitations à bon marché has unveiled plans for two new neighbourhoods in Roeser and […]

First repatriation flights brings Luxembourgers home

The first repatriation flights bringing Luxembourgers home from the Middle East have landed at Luxembourg Airport , as the government coordinates evacuations amid the regional conflict. One flight operated by Luxair and another chartered by the government departed from Muscat, carrying about 200 passengers in total. The first plane arrived shortly before 2pm on Thursday. According to Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel, further evacuation flights may follow, possibly involving military aircraft and cooperation with Belgium, as authorities continue efforts to bring stranded citizens home. The Philharmonie is set to expand with a new multi-purpose hall as rising visitor numbers push the

Hundreds of citizens still stranded in Dubai

Luxair has announced that  388 citizens are stranded in Dubai after escalating conflict in the Gulf forced widespread airspace closures. Flights between Luxembourg and Dubai are suspended until at least 8 March, with hotel accommodation arranged for affected travellers and flexible rebooking or refunds offered. The disruption follows US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliation. Meanwhile, Lufthansa has halted several Middle East routes and is avoiding regional airspace, while Cargolux has also suspended flights to the region. The public European schools are facing renewed criticism from teaching unions, which question their academic standards and expansion plans. The Fédus

Bullying allegations addressed by Culture Minister Eric Thill

Gilbert Busana, director of educational studies at the University of Luxembourg, emphasized the necessity for teachers to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as a teaching tool while ensuring that critical thinking skills are prioritized. In an interview, he noted that AI can significantly aid students in homework and writing by analyzing complex questions, but it can also produce inaccurate information, highlighting the importance of developing AI literacy among pupils. Busana advocated for clear guidelines regarding AI usage in schools and a reevaluation of assessment methods to focus on the learning process rather than just final products. He suggested that teachers adapt

Police deny claim of organised groups from abroad to beg in Lux City

Police say they have no information suggesting that organised groups are coming from abroad to beg in Luxembourg City. Authorities also report no known cases of animals being mistreated in connection with these activities. These statements follow a petition for animal welfare suggesting animals are being mistreated by organized begging groups from abroad which are active in Luxembourg. Replying to Radio ARA’s request, police further confirmed that animal protection laws apply for animals that accompany beggars as well. Police said that officers patrol the upper city regularly, carrying out identity checks and inspecting animals accompanying individuals. If animals are not

Люксембург досяг Дня перевищення ресурсів; Німеччина продовжує прикордонний контроль

Люксембург посідає друге місце у світі за споживанням ресурсів, Берлін подовжує внутрішні перевірки, а петиція щодо організованого жебрацтва наближається до парламентських дебатів.