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INTERIOR
Record year for traffic jams: new campaign calls for conscious travel behaviour
Minister Barry Madlener of Infrastructure and Water Management responded by launching the 'Spitsvrij' campaign today. With this he hopes to convince motorists to avoid rush hour where possible.
Research: Employers fail to tackle online transgressive behaviour
The digital age has transformed the workplace, bringing new forms of collaboration and communication. But this progress also brings risks. Online transgressive behavior, ranging from intimidation to sexual harassment, cyberbullying and hate speech, is emerging as a growing problem…
ILT: violations during checks on taxis and coaches at Schiphol
Inspectors from the Dutch Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) recently carried out intensive checks on taxis and coaches at Schiphol.
Delays: Rail problems between Lille and border cause chaos for Eurostar
Passengers on the Eurostar high-speed lines between Brussels-Paris and Brussels-London have been experiencing significant delays since this morning.
Second-hand electric car: many motorists remain hesitant
Various obstacles, including financial and practical aspects, prevent consumers from trading in their petrol or diesel car for a more sustainable alternative.
OV-NL: target for zero-emission buses in 2030 under pressure due to lack of electricity
The aim to have all public transport buses operating emission-free by 2030 is in jeopardy. According to OV-NL, the trade association for public transport companies, the shortage of charging points due to the overload of the electricity grid is a major challenge.
Carnival parades: future uncertain due to mandatory MOT inspections
Carnival associations and flower parade organizers in the Netherlands are sounding the alarm about new regulations that threaten their existence.
Jerez and Valladolid: Spain loses travellers due to conflict with airport operator
Irish airline Ryanair has announced that it will operate significantly fewer flights to Spain this summer. In total, this involves a reduction of 800.000 seats on flights to and from Spanish destinations.
Internet consultation: opinion requested on plans for new aviation tax
The government has announced that it wants to tax long-haul flights more heavily from 2027. The measure, part of a revision of the flight tax, should compensate for the higher emissions from these flights and is expected to generate an additional €248 million in tax revenue.
Differences in quality: Dutch highways the best in Europe
The quality of motorways in Europe varies greatly from country to country, depending on investments, maintenance and traffic. While the Netherlands is often praised for its excellent infrastructure, other countries lag behind.
ABROAD
Drill baby drill: Donald Trump takes aim at fossil fuels
While Trump emphatically positions himself as the man of traditional American values, his policies have direct consequences for the world stage, including Europe. His decisions on climate policy, trade and energy in particular dominate the attention.
Battle for compliance with Chiron rules: sanctions loom for violators
Since November 2020, taxi service operators in Flanders are required to electronically register their journey data in the Chiron database. This initiative by the Flemish government aims to increase transparency and safety within the sector.
Spain makes digital emergency lights mandatory: warning triangle disappears
Officially known as the 'emergency strobe', this new system is designed to dramatically improve road safety and reduce the risk to motorists in the event of a breakdown.
Future of mobility takes shape: Uber and Nvidia join forces
Uber Technologies and NVIDIA have announced a collaboration on new technologies that will support the development of autonomous vehicles based on artificial intelligence (AI).
Parking rates in garages: Per-minute parking creates chaos, experts say
Parking in a covered or underground garage is almost always charged per hour started rather than per minute.
Jubilee Year: Technology Meets Tradition in Vatican Jubilee Year
Rome is preparing for one of the biggest spiritual events in decades: the Jubilee Year 2025. With an expected influx of 35 million visitors and an estimated 105 million overnight stays, the Vatican has initiated a digital revolution to…
From Belgian chocolate to Tintin: a flight full of national pride
Brussels Airlines has launched its latest campaign “A little piece of Belgium in the sky”, with which the airline puts its Belgian identity in the spotlight. The campaign, which was officially unveiled today, highlights the unique features that distinguish the brand in…
Students warned: NMBS introduces alternative train service due to strike
Train traffic in Belgium will be severely disrupted on Monday 13 January by a strike in the context of an interprofessional trade union action. The NMBS has introduced an alternative train service that will be in effect from Sunday evening 12 January at 22.00:XNUMX until Monday evening…
No improvement: travelers lose confidence in De Lijn
Instead of improvements, travellers mainly experience confusion due to new line numbers, changed routes and timetables, while a significant number of journeys are also being cancelled.
Public transport in Flanders gets a facelift: what will change for you?
Starting tomorrow, the Flemish public transport company De Lijn will implement significant changes to its network. This marks the final phase of the ambitious plan for basic accessibility, which focuses on more efficient and demand-driven public transport.