https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg Latest news from Luxembourg: today’s top stories and updates en Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:01:13 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/tripartite-talks-set-as-luxembourg-faces-rising-energy-costs-sources-1435555309 The government is reportedly preparing to convene a tripartite meeting in the coming weeks as surging energy prices tied to the Iran war raise fears of an emerging economic crisis. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:01:13 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/tripartite-talks-set-as-luxembourg-faces-rising-energy-costs-sources-1435555309 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/ten-cases-in-wilmes-expert-report-sent-to-public-prosecutor-1529978088 Ten cases from an expert report into Dr Philippe Wilmes have been referred to the public prosecutor, as the investigation into the suspended surgeon enters a new phase. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:23:05 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/ten-cases-in-wilmes-expert-report-sent-to-public-prosecutor-1529978088 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/finance-minister-and-chamber-of-employees-director-at-odds-over-tax-reform-1569402517 In an RTL debate, Finance Minister Gilles Roth and Chamber of Employees director Sylvain Hoffmann clashed over tax fairness, with disagreements over the balance between labour and capital taxation, the role of wealth taxes, and how to fund upcoming reforms. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:46:47 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/finance-minister-and-chamber-of-employees-director-at-odds-over-tax-reform-1569402517 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/greens-mp-djuna-bernard-sees-no-reason-to-doubt-expert-report-1856843061 In an interview with RTL Radio on Wednesday, MP Djuna Bernard defended the expert findings in the Dr Philippe Wilmes case, while calling for stronger oversight of the medical sector and better protection of patients' rights. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:14:42 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/greens-mp-djuna-bernard-sees-no-reason-to-doubt-expert-report-1856843061 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/pilot-project-at-lycee-michel-rodange-puts-luxembourgish-on-the-timetable-1879742887 A pilot project at Lycée Michel Rodange allows students to take Luxembourgish as a fourth language, with the teacher highlighting its importance for integration and the course receiving positive feedback from the students. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:26:44 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/pilot-project-at-lycee-michel-rodange-puts-luxembourgish-on-the-timetable-1879742887 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/the-left-and-civil-society-groups-call-for-increased-pressure-on-israel-1056690921 On Tuesday, a protest in Luxembourg and a joint press conference by The Left (Déi Lénk), the European Left Alliance (ELA), and civil society groups renewed calls to increase pressure on Israel, while criticising the government for inaction. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:05:09 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/the-left-and-civil-society-groups-call-for-increased-pressure-on-israel-1056690921 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/wednesday-22-april-sunny-dry-with-a-hint-of-cloud-1618058047 And we're back with another proper spring day, mostly sunny and dry, with just enough clouds to keep things interesting. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/wednesday-22-april-sunny-dry-with-a-hint-of-cloud-1618058047 https://today.rtl.lu/news/world/fm-bettel-warns-of-second-gaza-in-lebanon-calls-on-israel-to-withdraw-troops-377694855 Foreign Minister Bettel has called on Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon, stating he would support EU sanctions, but underlined that consensus among member states remains elusive. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:07:25 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/world/fm-bettel-warns-of-second-gaza-in-lebanon-calls-on-israel-to-withdraw-troops-377694855 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/dr-wilmes-lawyer-claims-expert-report-behind-21-month-ban-is-incomplete-170040047 The lawyer for suspended orthopaedic surgeon Dr Philippe Wilmes has rejected the expert report that led to a 21-month extension of his operating ban, claiming the assessment was incomplete. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:15:06 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/dr-wilmes-lawyer-claims-expert-report-behind-21-month-ban-is-incomplete-170040047 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/vehicles-automatic-ecall-system-alerts-cgdis-to-crash-762434657 A vehicle's automatic eCall system alerted emergency services to a crash between Heiderscheid and Fond de Heiderscheid around midday on Tuesday, one of several incidents reported by the CGDIS. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:52:38 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/vehicles-automatic-ecall-system-alerts-cgdis-to-crash-762434657 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/televie-raises-over-1-5-million-for-cancer-research-in-2026-990012925 After 25 years and over €32 million raised for cancer research, Télévie's latest edition brought in €1.5 million on Saturday, while saying goodbye to two of its longest-serving figures. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:19:05 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/televie-raises-over-1-5-million-for-cancer-research-in-2026-990012925 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/police-fines-11-motorists-for-ignoring-temporary-speed-limit-1344023495 Temporary speed limits on the N7 between Marnach and Hosingen were ignored by more than a dozen drivers on Tuesday morning, including one who was clocked at 110 km/h in the 70 km/h roadworks area. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:20:39 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/police-fines-11-motorists-for-ignoring-temporary-speed-limit-1344023495 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/consumer-confidence-in-luxembourg-falls-to-one-year-low-824679106 While cross-border employment in Luxembourg continues to grow steadily, private consumer confidence fell to a one-year low in March as inflation expectations surged. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:00:09 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/consumer-confidence-in-luxembourg-falls-to-one-year-low-824679106 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/ilr-records-fewer-disputes-launches-new-app-to-compare-telecom-offers-1017723085 Demand for mediation services at the ILR fell slightly in 2025, but the cases that did arrive have become increasingly complex, according to the institute's annual activity report presented on Tuesday. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:43:54 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/ilr-records-fewer-disputes-launches-new-app-to-compare-telecom-offers-1017723085 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/culture-minister-eric-thill-unveils-99-measures-in-new-national-action-plan-917860183 One year after first announcing the initiative, Minister for Culture Eric Thill on Tuesday presented a national action plan for access to culture, outlining 99 measures across seven priorities. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:29:12 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/culture-minister-eric-thill-unveils-99-measures-in-new-national-action-plan-917860183 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/sne-criticises-education-ministrys-action-plan-for-primary-school-inclusion-1248892865 The SNE gave a mixed verdict on the new action plan for inclusive primary education, welcoming some changes while criticising increased administrative burdens and a lack of classroom resources. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:20:54 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/sne-criticises-education-ministrys-action-plan-for-primary-school-inclusion-1248892865 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/50-applications-approved-for-short-time-work-592955129 Of the 58 short-time work applications submitted for May, the Economic Committee approved 50, impacting a maximum of 2,442 employees. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:10:34 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/50-applications-approved-for-short-time-work-592955129 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/unicef-luxembourg-publishes-first-study-on-female-genital-mutilation-407801993 On 21 April, UNICEF Luxembourg releases its first study on female genital mutilation in Luxembourg, and the numbers are striking. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:59 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/unicef-luxembourg-publishes-first-study-on-female-genital-mutilation-407801993 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/amnesty-international-warns-situation-cannot-go-on-like-this-1039976237 From heavily restricted aid in Gaza to rising 'expansionism' by major powers, the NGO painted a bleak picture of global human rights protections in its 2025 annual report. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:08:31 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/amnesty-international-warns-situation-cannot-go-on-like-this-1039976237 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/government-unveils-278-million-deficit-in-first-quarter-837577434 A parliamentary briefing on Luxembourg’s public finances on Tuesday revealed both a €278 million deficit and sharply diverging views among MPs on the health of the state budget. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:41:27 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/government-unveils-278-million-deficit-in-first-quarter-837577434 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/luxembourg-confederation-president-carole-muller-calls-for-swift-support-for-businesses-1069716586 Speaking on RTL Radio on Tuesday, Carole Muller, president of employers' organisation Luxembourg Confederation and CEO of Fischer bakery, highlighted growing pressure on companies from rising costs, labour challenges, and structural issues, urging faster government action. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:26:18 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/luxembourg-confederation-president-carole-muller-calls-for-swift-support-for-businesses-1069716586 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/several-car-break-ins-reported-in-luxembourg-city-and-erpeldange-626355094 Several car break-ins were reported in Luxembourg City and Erpeldange, with suspects identified, while a separate robbery in Wintrange left one person lightly injured. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:59:50 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/several-car-break-ins-reported-in-luxembourg-city-and-erpeldange-626355094 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/14-000-students-explore-their-future-at-school-fair-184118807 Around 14,000 students are attending the School Fair at Luxexpo The Box to explore education and career options through direct exchanges and hands-on activities. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:51:30 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/14-000-students-explore-their-future-at-school-fair-184118807 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/orthopaedic-surgeon-philippe-wilmes-remains-suspended-after-expert-report-2129511985 Following an expert report, the suspension of orthopaedic surgeon Philippe Wilmes has been extended by 21 months as a precautionary measure while disciplinary proceedings continue. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:50:56 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/orthopaedic-surgeon-philippe-wilmes-remains-suspended-after-expert-report-2129511985 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/green-light-for-echternach-shopping-outlet-plans-1583203877 Echternach's municipal council has approved initial lease agreements for a planned shopping outlet focused on outdoor and sports brands, despite opposition concerns over financial risks if tenants are not secured in time. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:31:45 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/green-light-for-echternach-shopping-outlet-plans-1583203877 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/opposition-dissatisfied-as-mps-examine-sports-museum-case-375756009 A parliamentary committee is examining the failed sports museum project, with opposition MPs criticising the government's answers and raising questions about responsibility, procedures, and what ministers knew. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:27:46 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/opposition-dissatisfied-as-mps-examine-sports-museum-case-375756009 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/ngos-urge-luxembourg-to-go-further-than-eu-supply-chain-rules-265538458 The Initiative for Due Diligence Luxembourg is urging the government to go beyond the EU's weakened supply chain directive by imposing stricter due diligence rules on companies, particularly in high-risk sectors and finance. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:55:09 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/ngos-urge-luxembourg-to-go-further-than-eu-supply-chain-rules-265538458 https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/eu-to-gauge-member-states-willingness-to-punish-israel-1327642885 The 27 EU foreign ministers are debating a potential suspension of the EU-Israel association agreement in light of its actions in Gaza and Lebanon, though Germany remains strictly opposed. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:46:58 GMT https://today.rtl.lu/news/luxembourg/eu-to-gauge-member-states-willingness-to-punish-israel-1327642885