Concerts, cinema and Schueberfouer: ‘Summer in the City’ returns
Published: June 14, 2026 15:00
Luxembourg City will once again transform into a huge stage for music, culture and leisure events from June to September
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Switzerland looks set to reject 10-million population cap
Published: June 14, 2026 14:21
Businesses government warned cap would hurt growth and relations with EU, but strong support highlights ongoing unease over immigration
Spautz says Portuguese make ‘very important contribution’ to Luxembourg
Published: June 14, 2026 14:00
Labour minister’s comments come after visit by Portuguese president where he called on emigrants to return home
For these Luxembourg families, the World Cup sticker album is serious business
Published: June 14, 2026 14:00
Times change, but the Panini sticker album endures, bringing families together, creating rituals and generating memories that last decades
Cancer care explained: the treatment options available
Published: June 14, 2026 13:00
Surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy are often combined, depending on patient and type of cancer
DR Congo pushes Belgium to release millions of colonial-era documents
Published: June 14, 2026 12:00
Congolese minister met Belgian officials to discuss records mapping former colony’s mineral wealth
From Echternach to Tokyo: the story of a Luxembourg couple’s world cycling tour
Published: June 14, 2026 08:00
Maryse Ernzer and André Weis spent a year cycling halfway around the world
Two new art galleries open in Luxembourg
https://www.luxtimes.lu/culture/two-new-art-galleries-open-in-luxembourg/156153359.html
Published: June 14, 2026 07:00
Enter the gloabl Dali Universe of surrealist sculptures, or gaze on works by emerging artists such as Heike Simmer
Know your rights when travelling this summer
Published: June 14, 2026 07:00
Legal experts explain what to do when the going gets rough, whether it’s lost luggage, delayed flights or awful accommodations
Brazilian bank apologizes for mistaken liquidation alert
Published: June 14, 2026 06:30
Co-founder Cristina Junqueira blamed an employee’s mistake and called it an ‘operational error’. Nubank and regulators quickly denied any liquidation.
Where to get a scoop of homemade ice-cream
https://www.luxtimes.lu/yourluxembourg/foodandnightlife/best-artisan-ice-cream-scoops/1333208.html
Published: June 14, 2026 06:00
Screaming for ice cream? Here’s where to find the best scoops in the capital and other places in Luxembourg
I overthink therefore I am
Published: June 14, 2026 06:00
Dissecting every text message can drive you crazy, but sometimes the nagging doubt turns out to be true, says our Lonely hearts columnist
Fans pick sides: who will win the football World Cup?
Published: June 14, 2026 05:00
The men’s World Cup kicked off on Thursday with people across Luxembourg and the globe following it eagerly
Deborah de Robertis courts controversy with ‘Rape Tapes’
Published: June 13, 2026 15:00
Artist places the abuse of power at centre of videos depicting sexual violence
Private markets titans fight back in court of public opinion
Published: June 13, 2026 14:30
Tensions flared between private credit and private equity managers over who bears losses and who caps upside
Where in the Greater Region offers the best prices for groceries
Published: June 13, 2026 14:00
The ‘4 Frontières’ or ‘four borders’ study confirms that Germany remains the most competitive, against France, Luxembourg and Belgium
Women still face pay and promotion gap in finance, says global CEO
Published: June 13, 2026 13:00
To mark the first anniversary of the Luxembourg branch of ‘100 Women in Finance’, its global CEO visited the Grand Duchy on 11 June
France opposes ‘anglicisation’ of EU trade talks
https://www.luxtimes.lu/europeanunion/france-opposes-anglicisation-of-eu-trade-talks/157120406.html
Published: June 13, 2026 12:00
Trade commissioner argues translation into 24 languages slows down bloc’s ability to strike up deals
Buying wines that don’t even exist yet?
Published: June 13, 2026 08:00
On the ‘en primeur’ campaign for the 2025 Bordeaux vintage
Luxembourg researchers discover new uses for old medicines
Published: June 13, 2026 07:00
Antonio Del Sol Mesa from the University of Luxembourg is focusing on drug repurposing, aided by AI, to identify potential treatments for rare diseases
Investors bet ECB will pivot to rate cuts as growth risks mount
Published: June 13, 2026 06:16
JPMorgan Asset Management, UBS Group and RBC BlueBay expect future European Central Bank rate cuts
A guide to dog-friendly restaurants in the Grand Duchy
Published: June 13, 2026 06:00
Luxembourg’s eateries are mostly canine-friendly, but which ones would man’s best friend choose? Here's our list, straight from the mutt's mouth
Café de Paris: a Luxembourg City staple comes back in style
Published: June 13, 2026 06:00
The Café de Paris in Place d’Armes has been around since 1925 and reopened in April with a new look and menu
Transparency won’t end the reign of Luxembourg’s landlord kings
Published: June 13, 2026 05:00
All this waiting for a reform should produce fresh ideas, not just the obvious, argues reporter Lucrezia Reale
Luxembourg has plenty of pull for students in search of jobs and quality of life
Published: June 13, 2026 05:00
Three high school pupils explain why they are keen to return to Luxembourg after their studies
Luxembourg must ‘reform without a crash’ to avoid fate of Greece and Italy, says Carlo Thelen
Published: June 12, 2026 16:00
Chamber of Commerce chief warns that Luxembourg’s economic and social model is reaching its limits
Researchers sceptical that housing bonds will really help tackle housing crisis
Published: June 12, 2026 15:30
Special purpose bonds are more ‘marketing tool’ than financial necessity, analysts say
‘Climbing naturally involves risks’, says federation after fatal fall
Published: June 12, 2026 14:30
Federation plans a system to record and analyse incidents, but says climbers share responsibility for safety
French prosecutor charges fake dentist who also practiced in Luxembourg
Published: June 12, 2026 14:30
Man reportedly still practiced in the Grand Duchy after being struck off French register, according to Le Parisien
Digger rolls across Luxembourg cemetery damaging graves
Published: June 12, 2026 14:10
Local mayor suggested damage was not inflicted on graveyard on purpose
Doctors union critical of health minister’s outpatient care facility bill
Published: June 12, 2026 13:30
AMMD chair Chris Roller claims the bill allows hospitals to block competitors from setting up shop
Spielberg seeks blockbuster comeback with ‘Disclosure Day’ film
Published: June 12, 2026 12:15
Rising public interest in Pentagon UFO disclosures has fueled conspiracy theories, but filmmaker claims ‘this was not planned’
Relative sentenced to 12 months in prison for leaving corpse in forest and benefit fraud
Published: June 12, 2026 11:00
Judges imposed 32 months’ imprisonment with 20 months suspended, plus a €2,500 fine and full repayment of two years of pension payments
Civil society groups speak out against legislative process on new migration and asylum law
Published: June 12, 2026 10:00
Legislation passed on Tuesday is part of wide European Union law to control migration across the bloc
Apple adds native Luxembourgish keyboard in iOS 27 update
Published: June 12, 2026 09:00
Announced during the company’s WWDC developer conference, the update is expected to roll out later this year
Canada, Mexico and USA: Discover their communities in Luxembourg
Published: June 12, 2026 09:00
From Amcham and ice hockey to Cultura Latina Americana, the World Cup host nations have strong connections with the Grand Duchy
‘Age of Content’ asks if we are NPCs online and off
https://www.luxtimes.lu/culture/age-of-content-asks-if-we-are-npcs-online-and-off/153274087.html
Published: June 12, 2026 08:00
Non-player characters or everyday people struggling with the dichotomy of their online and offline personas? Ballet national de Marseille dives into identity
EU powers skeptical of budget leeway for energy crisis aid
Published: June 12, 2026 07:30
France and the Netherlands were among the countries that were critical during a euro-area finance ministers’ meeting on Thursday in Luxembourg
More than just a run: The Luxembourg Times BusinessRun brings together sport, team spirit and celebration
Published: June 12, 2026 07:10
When the starting signal is given at 6.30pm on Thursday 17 September 2026, the focus will be on far more than just athletic performance. Participants can look forward to a unique shared experience that combines physical activity, entertainment and…
Most expensive property ever listed in Luxembourg goes on sale
Published: June 12, 2026 06:19
The Ansembourg Castle and neighbouring rectory estate have been put on the market together for €37.5 million
Registration for the ‘Sproochentest’ opens on Monday
https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/registration-for-the-sproochentest-opens-on-monday/156953305.html
Published: June 12, 2026 06:04
Find out what to expect from the exam required for Luxembourgish citizenship
ECB ready to hike again in July if necessary
https://www.luxtimes.lu/europeanunion/ecb-ready-to-hike-again-in-july-if-necessary/156953917.html
Published: June 12, 2026 05:57
The fallout from the war is proving too strong to ignore, the Bundesbank president said
Trump Insists Iran deal is close after scrapping new strikes
Published: June 12, 2026 04:50
US forces had already pounded Iran with airstrikes for two straight days when Trump on Thursday morning said they would do so for a third
Luxembourg is banking on robotaxis, but its partners bring baggage
Published: June 12, 2026 04:30
Three companies, one village, one experiment: Bissen is becoming a mobility laboratory so that Europe can catch up with China and the US
Check out these delightful picnic spots
Published: June 12, 2026 04:00
We've scoured the country to find a selection of great picnic areas in the Grand Duchy, ideal for city-dwellers, forest lovers and beach fans
Luxembourg police launch non-emergency hotline for public enquiries
Published: June 11, 2026 16:39
‘Ligne bleue’ aims to relieve pressure on the 113 emergency number
Luxembourg adds woman to EU’s most wanted list for kidnapping
Published: June 11, 2026 16:00
Ildikó Bódi is wanted in ‘connection with unlawful concealment of a child’
Ukraine calls on Philarmonie to cancel Anna Netrebko concert
Published: June 11, 2026 15:30
Embassy says singer’s past links to Vladimir Putin risk ‘normalisation’ of Russia’s war, as Philharmonie insists it is a space for dialogue
Hong Kong hedge fund managers set for pay bump in tax plan
Published: June 11, 2026 14:30
Supporters say it creates ‘a compelling tax incentive for managing assets in Hong Kong’ and matches recent Luxembourg move
Construction on first green hydrogen production site in Luxembourg set to start
Published: June 11, 2026 13:30
Enovos approves financial details and building timeline
ECB raises interest rates by quarter point to 2.25%
Published: June 11, 2026 12:26
Central bank is first in G7 to increase borrowing costs in response to Middle East energy crisis
Trial begins over high-speed chase that ended in gunfire
Published: June 11, 2026 11:36
Chase began after police spotted car driving through a red light in Luxembourg City in November 2019
Applying for a mortgage
https://www.luxtimes.lu/yourluxembourg/moneyandpersonalfinance/applying-for-a-mortgage/1317895.html
Published: June 11, 2026 11:00
Thinking of getting on the property ladder in Luxembourg? Then you'll need a mortgage. Here's how to get one and the types of mortgage available
Tornado reported near Luxembourg border
https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/tornado-reported-near-luxembourg-border/156826947.html
Published: June 11, 2026 10:55
French weather observers spotted the funnel Wednesday afternoon between the villages of Boulay-Moselle and Éblange
EU court overturns ECA refusal to allow staff testimony in EPPO probe
Published: June 11, 2026 10:30
Court says auditors unlawfully restricted prosecutors’ ability to gather evidence
Chronic illness sufferers in Luxembourg face ‘significant financial challenges’, study says
Published: June 11, 2026 10:00
Finding complimentary insurance in the Grand Duchy can also be difficult, the study found
How effective are electronic mosquito bite relievers?
Published: June 11, 2026 09:00
Heat sticks and electro-sticks are among the alternatives to traditional treatments for mosquito bites
A major showcase for organic wines
https://www.luxtimes.lu/test/a-major-showcase-for-organic-wines/156810121.html
Published: June 11, 2026 08:48
The latest edition of the Kanecher Biowäifest will take place on Sunday, 29 June 2026 in Canach
Langham Hall welcomes back Tatyana Boger as head of fund administration
Published: June 11, 2026 08:34
Returning senior executive rejoins Langham Hall Luxembourg after first joining in 2015
What’s On this week: art biennale, expat life stand-up and retro gaming
Published: June 11, 2026 08:00
Whether you’re still enjoying the Fête de la Musique or already hopping onto the Francofolies, or simply want a quiet stroll through an exhibition or historic site, there’s something for all tastes.
US strikes Iran in Trump escalation over stalled peace talks
Published: June 11, 2026 07:14
Attacks follow strikes on Tuesday in retaliation for downing of Apache helicopter
Cheer for your team: round-up of World Cup public viewings
Published: June 11, 2026 06:30
Events will take place in several municipalities over the coming weeks, with Ettelbruck kicking things off as early as Monday
Europe margins poised for first growth since 2022 on oil, AI
Published: June 11, 2026 05:50
Job cuts also provided a tailwind for margins, as European firms posted their strongest earnings growth in years
Quintet rebrands institutional arm to boost global recognition
Published: June 11, 2026 05:30
Private bank launches Quintet Financial Services as €28bn custody business seeks clearer distinction from wealth management operations
ECB set for first hike since 2023 as prices soar
https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/ecb-set-for-first-hike-since-2023-as-prices-soar/156783198.html
Published: June 11, 2026 04:55
With more than three months of fighting keeping oil prices elevated, economists see the deposit rate being lifted by a quarter point to 2.25%
Parents struggle with childcare as they work full time with little support
Published: June 11, 2026 04:00
Parents share their battle to spend time with their children, work a full day, find a place in childcare and make ends meet
Amazon inks €15bn loan in financing led by Citigroup
Published: June 10, 2026 16:45
Tech giants continue to seek capital to fund AI infrastructure buildout
Luxembourg wants to limit voting rights of new EU member states
Published: June 10, 2026 16:30
Position paper presented by five European governments would put the brakes on EU enlargement
First transatlantic hydrogen balloon flight lands in Luxembourg
Published: June 10, 2026 16:00
Hydrogen balloon completes historic 5,252km Atlantic crossing to Bastendorf
Luxembourg to charge new customs fees on small online orders
Published: June 10, 2026 16:00
A €3 fee per type of item will apply from July as EU countries act to manage rising e-commerce imports
Luxembourg tightens rules on misleading green claims in shops and online
Published: June 10, 2026 15:00
Companies using terms like ‘eco-friendly’, ‘sustainable’ or ‘climate-neutral’ must now provide solid evidence for such claims
Slash bank capital rules to fund Europe’s future, industry lobby urges
Published: June 10, 2026 14:00
Report warns soaring €1.4 trillion investment gap cannot be bridged without freeing up lending capacity in EU banks
EU budget leeway for Italy and peers gets slammed by watchdog
Published: June 10, 2026 13:48
European Fiscal Board criticises the European Commission’s new fiscal flexibility for energy and green spending
Luxembourg greenlights bill on migration and asylum as part of wider EU law
Published: June 10, 2026 12:45
But lawmakers criticised the bill for being rush through parliament
Justice minister promises new recruits for Luxembourg’s prisons
Published: June 10, 2026 11:00
Elisabeth Margue has said that improving working conditions for prison officers is a priority as absenteeism for health reasons rises
Luxembourg court fines cyclist €300 for looking at phone on his bike
Published: June 10, 2026 10:24
Cyclists are subject to same rules on mobile phone use and drink driving as motorists
Companies face fines over right to disconnect rules from July
Published: June 10, 2026 09:19
Starting July, companies will face financial penalties if they have not put in place a proper framework allowing employees to disconnect
ECB moved to rein in Revolut’s ‘self-guided missiles’ in Europe
Published: June 10, 2026 08:36
Europe’s most valuable fintech was ordered to address ‘deficiencies’ in oversight amid a rapid product rollout
EY experts explain tax on foreign pension
Published: June 10, 2026 07:00
Luxembourg’s treatment of foreign pensions depends on the type of pension, the country of origin, and the applicable double taxation treaty
First Date Underground: Exploring Luxembourg’s Casemates Together
Published: June 10, 2026 06:45
A first date can happen anywhere: in a café, over dinner, or during a walk in the park. But what about meeting in a place where history, adventure and a touch of mystery come together? That is exactly where my first date begins, in Luxembourg City’s Bock…
ECB’s Moulin sees ‘clear opportunity’ to boost global euro role
Published: June 10, 2026 06:30
Bank of France governor cited doubts over Federal Reserve’s independence and less predictable policymaking in Washington as reasons investors are increasingly attracted to Europe’s common currency
Why Luxembourg start-ups head to the US to grow
https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/why-luxembourg-start-ups-head-to-the-us-to-grow/156424806.html
Published: June 10, 2026 06:00
The Grand Duchy is a good place for start-up founders, but big money lures them to America
The valuation challenge: private equity funds in volatile times
Published: June 10, 2026 06:00
Sign up for this Luxembourg TImes private equity event on 1 July
Good but not great: Luxembourg banks chase global mobile leaders
Published: June 10, 2026 04:30
Luxembourg banks have a mixed reputation when it comes to adopting new tech, but at least one study says the gap has narrowed compared to other countries
Uncover the legends of these castle ruins in Luxembourg
Published: June 10, 2026 04:00
Ghostly legends and towering keeps, make these free-to-visit castle ruins a great way to spend a day out discovering the Grand Duchy’s history
Better-than-expected state finances will pay for aid package agreed with labour and bosses
Published: June 9, 2026 16:50
Tripartite agreement between the government, business and labour leaders will cost the state around €450 million
Meta ordered by EU to halt WhatsApp curbs on AI rivals
Published: June 9, 2026 16:30
Meta faces fresh EU antitrust pressure after earlier €200m and €798m penalties
Pope to visit Metz in September
https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/pope-to-visit-metz-in-september/156436575.html
Published: June 9, 2026 16:00
It is official: Pope Leo XIV will make a stop in the Greater Region on 28 September 2026
Drug overdose deaths in Luxembourg halved since 2000
Published: June 9, 2026 15:01
Report said that introduction of consumption rooms has reduced deaths from drugs in Grand Duchy
Three men arrested for smuggling cocaine through Findel airport
Published: June 9, 2026 14:41
Men are alleged to have smuggled tonnes of cocaine into Europe – including drugs seized in Luxembourg in February 2025
Rent reform bill due before summer recess, housing ministry says
Published: June 9, 2026 13:30
Ministry is reviewing three studies presented in April by the Housing Observatory and the Institute for Socio-Economic Research
Margue says EU moving ‘too slowly’ on protection of minors online
Published: June 9, 2026 11:30
Media and connectivity minister’s comments came following discussions in Luxembourg between ministers from 13 member states
IEA director doesn’t think capping energy prices is ‘a good idea’
Published: June 9, 2026 11:19
On a visit to Luxembourg, Fatih Birol warned of the ‘greatest crisis in history’ and called for more remote work and stricter speed limits
One in two real estate professionals in Luxembourg expects interest rates to rise
Published: June 9, 2026 10:30
Access to financing is now the top concern for 83% of property professionals, according to LuxReal’s 2026 survey
Fifa faces empty seats as 180,000 World Cup tickets hit resale market
Published: June 9, 2026 09:08
Median price on official portal for resellers has sunk by 20% over the past month
Eight sun protection myths put to the test
Published: June 9, 2026 09:00
We set the record straight on what really protects your skin and what is nonsense
Robotaxi test phase to begin this summer in Luxembourg
Published: June 9, 2026 08:42
Bolt, in partnership with Pony.ai and Stellantis, on Monday announced the launch of a trial in Bissen, some 30km north of Luxembourg City
French rail strike to cause problems for commuters on Wednesday
Published: June 9, 2026 07:22
The SNCF is forecasting severe disruption to services in the Grand Est region on 10 June
Gen Z to Boomers working together – how hard can it be?
Published: June 9, 2026 07:00
‘For Baby Boomers, it was important to save money but Gen Z do not want to be a slave to their jobs’
Germany and France pull plug on next-generation jet project
Published: June 9, 2026 06:34
Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Emmanuel Macron made a joint assessment that the companies involved in the Future Combat Air System initiative were unable to find common ground
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