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Rugby Ball puts bounce into summer

Guests at this year's Luxembourg Rugby Club gala ball have until June 2 to book their tickets for what is expected to be an unforgettable party.

Luxembourg's Rose to receive big send-off

Luxembourg's Rose of Tralee winner is to receive a traditional Irish send off before she heads to Ireland for the next qualifying round of the international Irish competition.

Luxembourg's US Ambassador visits troops in Afghanistan

The American Ambassador to Luxembourg Robert Mandell has visited Afghanistan to meet with ISAF troops, and to see for himself the situation in the country.

Have your say in the EU's future

EU citizens can give their input on how they perceive their rights within the European Union and what change they would like to see in the EU's largest citizens' consultation.

Are you a Luxembourg fan?

What has got to be one of the biggest fan pages for anything Luxembourg-related, let alone the country itself, the “Luxembourg fan page” has been in existence for nearly four years on Facebook.

Think Pink appeal pays tribute to late friend

Think Pink runners in this year's ING marathon are to keep the memory of a late friend alive by funding a medical research post with the money raised.

Release the Tiger Woods in you!

Take a swing for charity at this year's Kick Cancer Into Touch family golf day on June 9.

Live stream Inspiring Wo-Men event, Thursday 6.30pm

At the Inspiring Woman of the Year Awards 2012, a group of women from Luxembourg were rewarded for their hard work in business, education, finance, research and the community. At a special event two of them will talk more about their careers and motivation.

Mywort.lu is your community website

Looking to promote an event? Perhaps you want to sell your old furniture or you're looking for inspiration for the weekend. You can do all this and more at the click of a button thanks to multilingual community website mywort.lu.

ASTI booklet helps EU migrants know their rights

European citizens wanting to live in Luxembourg will be better informed of their rights thanks to a new guide published in three languages.

World Peace Forum supports creation of a Luxembourg peace ministry

The 2012 World peace forum opened in Luxembourg at the weekend with exhibitions, interactive workshops and conferences.

Europe day gives tourism a boost

They may have had less sun than last year but the public turned up in droves to this year's Fête de l'Europe celebration in Place Clairefontaine on Saturday.

Expatriates celebrate Poland's national day

Polish nationals living in Luxembourg gathered in their hundreds on Thursday to celebrate their national day with a glitzy event at the Polish Ambassador's residence.

Drama students bring history to life

Luxembourg's history was brought to life last weekend in a series of short improvisations developed by students from schools all over Europe.

Journalists thanked for their hard work

The work of journalists in Luxembourg was celebrated at a World Press Freedom Day event organised by the US Embassy to Luxembourg on Thursday.

Ready, steady go! Youngsters run for a good cause

School children gave their teachers the run-around on Tuesday when they raced 5 kilometres to raise money to help children get access to education.

“Free the Press”: Why Media Freedom Makes Societies Healthier

Information is power. Citizens need accurate, timely, independent news they can trust. So do businesses and markets. And so do governments.

Win a scholarship to study in Japan

Luxembourg students will have the chance to study in Japan thanks to a scholarship scheme being launched by the Japanese government.

Young scientists show their know-how at annual fair

The annual Expo Sciences and Concours National of the “Jonk Fuerscher,” an organisation promoting science among Luxembourg's youngsters, drew dozens of students to present their own research projects.
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Charity duck race on Saturday - got yours?

It may seem a silly event to some people, but its serious stuff for the organisers of the annual duck race: Luxembourg's Round Table with the support of Luxembourg City.

Join ISL's Fun Run for charity

Students of the International School have organised a Fun Run for May 1, with all proceeds going to Project Moshi in Tanzania to improve education facilities.

Luxembourg's Oxbridge societies help students get on track with applications

The Oxford and Cambridge Societies of Luxembourg joined forces on Thursday together with British Ambassador Alice Walpole for an information evening on how to apply for a spot at the prestigious universities.

You shall go to the ball!

No fairy godmother or pumpkin carriages are required to attend the British Ladies Club Diamond Jubilee Ball on June 16, though being accompanied by Prince Charming is optional!

Feline friend at the firestation

Firefighters have been adopted by a stray cat, which purred its way into their affections after camping outside a fire station in Hesperange.

Have some fair fruit

Find out more on how to make your five-a-day even healthier during the Fair Fruit Days hosted by Fairtrade Luxembourg.

On slowing down…

Why is it such a miserable feeling to be stuck behind a slow-moving vehicle? Why does it feel like we’re “stuck” or “trapped”? Why do we feel the need to get somewhere so fast? And what do we miss when we step off the curb to pass someone on the sidewalk?

US ambassador visits Air Rescue

The US ambassador to Luxembourg learned about the life and death scenarios facing the country's air rescue team during a special visit.

Discover Luxembourg with organised walks - this Sunday

The organsation Fédération Luxembourgeoise de Marche Populaire or FLMP is organising a walk this coming Sunday from Linger for a distance of 5 or 11km and is open to everyone.

Fixed land line disturbances

Households in a number of communes throughout Luxembourg are warned to expect disturbances to their phone lines.

Holidays sans enfants and why we love the out-laws

Father-of-two Dan Franch reflects on why much-maligned out-laws are a blessing in disguise, as he sips cocktails during his child-free tropical holiday.

Meet the mayor in your district

Mayor Xavier Bettel will be touring Luxembourg City's districts to present a report on the council of aldermen's activities in 2011.

Luxembourg's Eurovision preview screening event!

This Friday OGAE celebrate with their annual viewing evening screening 43 official songs destined for this year's Eurovision Song Contest and you're invited for free!

Making Luxembourg feel like home

A scheme to help non-Luxembourg nationals feel more at home in the Grand Duchy has proved a huge draw across different nationalities.

Looking for Luxembourg's young geniuses

Creative youngsters aged 5 to 20 can submit their innovative and original ideas to a Luxembourg jury in this year's Concours Genial.

Want to study at Oxbridge?

High school students wishing to study at Britain's elite universities can find out how to get started at an information evening on April 19.

Know many Luxembourg factual tidbits?

When you spend a lot of your time in one place, it can be easy to overlook its history. You know how to get from A to B, you have your favorite grocer, and you know which junk food will always cheer you up.

US Ambassador on track for CFL visit

On Wednesday the US Ambassador to Luxembourg Robert Mandell, steamed around the Grand Duchy on a whistle-stop tour with CFL General Director, Alex Kremer.

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Take the Paralympic quiz and win prizes

The British Embassy in Luxembourg has launched a quiz, allowing the sharpest brains in the country to test their sporting knowledge and win fabulous prizes.

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