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Don’t throw your expired food just Yet
EU considers removing ‘best by’ dates to curb food wastage further.
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Foldable cars coming soon
Austrian student develops folding car, looks for sponsors to make it a reality.
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At last, an all-women garage opens in Paris
Always being short-changed by male mechanics? A trip to ‘Only Girls’ might be better for you.
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Homework to be a thing of the past in this Swedish City
Your kids would love to live in this city if a call to ban homework is passed.
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Time has come for lower taxes in Spain
Spanish government unveils new lower tax rates for the next two years.
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Voice recognition: the future of Banks
No more struggling with forgotten pin codes as British bank uses voice recognition technology.
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Parents of obese, drunk kids to be Punished
In some EU countries, parents of children who are obese or drunk are deemed cruel and neglectful, therefore to be punished.
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One house of prayer to unite 3 religions in Berlin
Crowd-funded project to build a sanctuary for Jews, Christians and Muslims
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Which EU country has the smallest gap between rich and poor?
This EU country could set an example in terms of economic equality.
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Visit Prague and get a degree in Master of Corruption Administration
Shady infrastructure and the homes of corrupt officials are the highlights of a tour in Czech Republic.
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Good news for mums in France
New French reform to pension law further closes gender gap between men and women.
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@HiddenCash: find envelopes of cash near You
@HiddenCash trend of free cash giveaways by anonymous donors going global.
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Smog, traffic-free Madrid no longer just a Dream
Spanish City Hall comes up with a plan to make Madrid more pedestrian-friendly.
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Love downloading music? Think Again!
British internet providers soon to send out warning letters to clients who repeatedly download music illegally.
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Belgium government says sorry for wrong cancer Letter
700 Belgians receive colon cancer warning by mistake.
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Does your doctor do the same as the doctors in Switzerland?
Survey reveals that most doctors in Switzerland do not follow the 50-hour work week rule.
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Decorate your coffin before you die – Trending in Norway
NRK to get celebrities to plan their own funerals in new ‘feel good’ programme.
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Will glow-in-the-dark roads soon replace Streetlights?
Netherlands engineering firm experiments with glow-in-the-dark to create interactive roads.
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Sweden invention may mean no more credit Cards
One Swedish engineer might just have opened the door to the future of cashless buying.
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What can DOT learn from the latest trend in religious Tourism
Survey shows more and more people travel for religious experience.Can the Philippines be a serious player in religious tourism?
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French organic winemaker hero of the Day
Green groups in France show overwhelming support to one organic winemaker in his fight against pesticide.
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Brit who abused Filipino minors will not escape Law
British Embassy in Manila vows to take action versus sex offenders.
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Will six-hour workdays work? Sweden to test Results
Swedish workers to test if working for only 6 hours a day will boost efficiency.
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Brussels to be e-friendly thru new electricity tariff by 2018
Energy users will be encouraged to conserve electricity in this progressive scheme.
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Paris spends a hefty €4M a day to keep pollution Low
Driving restriction eased in Paris as air pollution level drops.
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Switzerland to loosen cannabis rules with new social Experiment
Cannabis clubs soon to open in five municipalities.
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First city in the world to get its own Internet domain is…
Which city in Europe will have its personalised Internet name?
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Paris says ‘enough’ to air pollution, gives free public transpo Days
Public transportation ‘holiday’ set from Friday morning to Sunday night.
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Authorities want Paris to become an e-friendly City
Three measures eyed as solution to air pollution.
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Bundestag clean up eyed to kill German gov’t Bugs
Cyber security agency to check if government phones have been bugged.
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Belgium to make it legal for babies to have mum’s Surname
Approved law may mean parents have free choice on baby’s surname.
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Countries giving aid get reputation boost, says Research
Experts say donor countries gain approval ratings the more effective they give.
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Norwegian charity leaves boy shivering in the Cold
11-year-old boy left to freeze in bus stop, but it’s more than you think.
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No more selfies in this Swedish gym locker Room
Find out why Friskis & Svettis gyms are putting their foot down on the self-serving photos.
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Dutch rail helps passengers boost chance for Romance
Flirt coach to teach train passengers how to make a move onboard.
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Macho monkey in Germany moved after fathering 50
Monkey sent away to prevent incest in German zoo.
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What’s the Italian traffic chief’s secret Weapon?
Rome is notorious for its wild motorists and tameless parking. Luckily, traffic authorities have found an effective solution.
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Swedish MEP wants more work privileges for non-EU students
Lawmaker says improving work climate for non-EU students will attract more to Sweden.
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In Austria, too many cats isn’t Cute
Growing population of stray cats forces Austrian government to shell out €50k for castrations.
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Hackers sue German gov’t for massive public Spying
German hacker’s club teams up with international rights group as it brings German gov’t to court.
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EU citizens said bribery top indicator of Corruption
A report by the European Commission said extent of corruption in Europe is ‘breathtaking.’
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Spanish king bares royal family’s Salary
King Don Juan Carlos breaks tradition, freezes and makes royal wages available for the public.
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Pianists play in Ukraine protest front Lines
Protesters in Ukraine turn to peace and music to air their sentiments.
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Would you share your office with Cows?
Read about a Belgian architect’s concept of an Urban farm with rice terraces and milking cows next door your office.
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Austrian woman lets out husband for single Ladies
Find out why one wife in Austria has been hanging a for-rent sign on her husband:
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Italy stepped up fight against fake goods in 2013
European Commission intensifies battle against spread of counterfeit goods in the EU.
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French gov’t wants dads to spend more time with Kids
Reform on parental leave extends and boosts incentives for dads.
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It’s now safer to party the night away in the Netherlands
Trends point to fewer incidences of violence in Dutch cafés, bars and clubs.
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French government boosts cyber Defences
French government to pour €1.5 billion for cyber defence funding. What is the Philippines planning to do to protect itself from growing cyber threats?
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Alert chips to warn you when food is Expiring
Rumours of revolutionary food packaging that may help manage food wastage circulate.
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Swiss city finds unlikely method to cut Traffic
Bern’s solution to traffic jams is surprisingly effective.
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Tired of waiting in hospital queues, Swedes turn to Insurance
Growing trend in Sweden helps patients cut sluggish lines.
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Danish supermarket in hot water over fake Ralph Lauren Shirts
Court orders supermarket to pay 200,000 Danish kroner in damages to fashion giant.
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Swedish academics want more opportunities for international Students
Why are more international students needed in Sweden? Here’s the answer:
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Getting flak online? Learn from the Belgians.
Find out what Belgians have been doing to protect their reputation online.
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Denmark eyes changing hygiene marking System
Food Administration’s smiley-face system may face rub out. Find out why.
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Spain’s trouser-less Metro day hits a Snag
Madrid’s take on the global trend a success despite some participants being told to leave train.
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Reindeer reflectors to stop crashes in Norway
Biodegradable cuffs to be put on 10,000 reindeers to avoid road mishaps.
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Swedish charity group gets epic New Year’s Surprise
See what this charity organisation found at the bottom of one of their donation jars.
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What’s in a Name? The Italian surname case
Landmark Italian case on surnames may pave way for greater equality between spouses.
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Italians cut New Year food waste
Italians celebrate the New Year by giving more value to food spending.
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Swedish group on a mission to quell film Pirates
Anti-piracy group sends a serious message to pirates as it fines one man ₤400,000 for uploading one film.
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91-year-old Frenchman finds Soulmate
There’s no age limit to love, and this man proved it!
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Hot pink manholes grab Oslo toilet users’ Eyes
Norwegian sewage agency wants people to mind what they flush down their toilets.
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Zero roaming fees becomes reality in Sweden
Swedish telecom becomes first to offer flat rate roaming in EU.
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Italy cries foul over UK thumbs down on olive Oil
UK’s ‘traffic light’ labelling system hurting Italy’s food exports.
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EU rules marriage benefits also apply to Gays
EU court says members must honour gay marriages and be given equal rights.
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Norway knocks on Sweden’s prison Doors
Over-capacity in Norway prisons prompts request for Sweden to rent out their prisons.
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German drone courier’s maiden flight a Success
Germany’s post sends drone to fly medicine across the Rhine as part of testing.