12 January 2020
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Holy Luxembourg - Churches in the Grand DuchyKnowledge Bites Holy Luxembourg - Churches in the Grand Duchy 0After a short run-up of the country’s libraries and museums, here we have a look at the different churches the Grand Duchy has to boast about. It’s the ... 0012/01/2020
23 December 2019
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All things Luxembourg's diplomatic serviceOne of the core processes ensuring Luxembourg's connections and reputation abroad is, of course, the country's diplomatic service. Even a country as small ... 0023/12/2019
20 December 2019
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The Origins of Christmas, and Santa Claus as American Wartime Propaganda?Everyone knows that on modern-day Christmas, Christians (and some non-Christians) celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Both religious and secular ...20/12/2019
14 December 2019
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Museums in Luxembourg CityIf you are looking for something to do on a cold and rainy winter afternoon, a visit to one of Luxembourg’s many museums might be just right for you. The ... 0014/12/2019
30 November 2019
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The International Bazaar of LuxembourgThe Bazar International de Luxembourg is a unique event which heralds the start of the festive season each year, bringing together thousands of visitors ...30/11/2019
23 November 2019
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10 fun facts about Luxembourg you (maybe) didn't knowLuxembourg may be small in size but the multi-faceted country has acquired a reputation for regularly punching above its weight in many different areas. ... 1123/11/2019
13 November 2019
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The history of Luxembourgish (and other languages) in LuxembourgIn this week's Knowledge Bite, Isabella Eastwood gives you a short history of the evolution of Luxembourgish in Luxembourg, and how it came about. 0013/11/2019
11 November 2019
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Luxembourg's librariesLooking for somewhere to study or find a new book? The new Nationalbibliothéik (or Bibliothèque Nationale) is one of many libraries in Luxembourg.11/11/2019
4 November 2019
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20 funny Luxembourgish insults to swear like a localTrying to learn Luxembourgish? We know it's hard but this language lesson will hopefully be an entertaining one: memorise these classic Luxembourgish ... 1104/11/2019
26 October 2019
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Lost and found in LuxembourgWhether you've lost or found something in Luxembourg, here's a quick guide to what you should do next. 0026/10/2019
19 October 2019
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A guide to Luxembourg's arts venuesLooking for a way to experience the arts in Luxembourg? Head over here! 0019/10/2019
1 October 2019
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The Transylvanian Saxon dialect, a not-so-distant cousin of LuxembourgishWe all tend to think of Luxembourgish as a rather singular language: whilst it may be slightly similar to Dutch and German, the language is its own ... 1101/10/2019
29 September 2019
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The origins of the Oktoberfest“O’ zapft is”, the prominent Bavarian phrase, once again marked the opening ceremony of this year’s Oktoberfest, as it has done from 1950 onwards. Dirndls,...29/09/2019
19 September 2019
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The Luxembourgish school systemWith summer coming to a close, children of all ages have started school again this week. Luxembourg’s school system can be quite confusing, so here is a ... 1119/09/2019
15 September 2019
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Luxembourg ranks third in most Nobel Prize winners per capitaAs a country, we produce one Nobel Prize winner per 283,555 residents. 1115/09/2019
6 September 2019
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The origins of the Luxembourgish KirmesWith the largest "Kirmes" in the region coming to a close as lights dim on the Schueberfouer this week (11 Sept), we take a look at the origins of the ...06/09/2019
31 August 2019
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Luxembourg's darkest day?"History is a nightmare from which I am trying to awake," James Joyce's literary alter ego Stephen Dedalus resignedly sighs in Ulysses. It is August 1942, ... 1131/08/2019
23 August 2019
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Anglophone Theatre Clubs - Melusina Pantomime this weekend!Need to know more about the English-language theatre groups of Luxembourg? RachelKathryn Lloyd presents the various anglophone clubs and, of course, their ... 0023/08/2019
15 August 2019
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History of SchueberfouerWhen the summer holidays nearly come to an end it is time for the Schueberfuer, the biggest funfair in Luxembourg which is loved by children and adults ...15/08/2019
14 August 2019
12 August 2019
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Schengen: Birthplace of a Europe without bordersUndoubtedly best known for the treaty signed there (or the wine), the south-eastern town is now a symbol for a Europe without borders. Now is probably the ...12/08/2019
28 July 2019
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Radio Luxembourg: The Radio Station the BBC DespisedRadio Luxembourg was one of Europe's most-heard stations between 1933-1992. This is the story of DIY transmitter building, how planes flew recordings ...28/07/2019
19 July 2019
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Roman LuxembourgIt's the summer holidays: the kids are at home (or you are one of the aforementioned kids no longer at school) and you don't know what to do to entertain ... 0019/07/2019
1 July 2019
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Pride - in Luxembourg, and HistoryIt is true that, on the surface, Pride looks like one big sparkly rainbow fun run. However, as we prepare for Pride celebrations across the globe, it’s ... 0001/07/2019
22 June 2019
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Luxembourg's National DayIt may be one of Luxembourg's biggest traditions, but what do we actually know about the Grand Duchy's National Day, otherwise known as the Grand Duke's ... 0022/06/2019
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13 June 2019
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Coworking in LuxembourgCoworking is a concept that is continuously gaining ground in Luxembourg and elsewhere. Whether you're a freelancer, starting your own business, or a ... 1113/06/2019
9 June 2019
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Where to buy vegetarian speciality food in LuxembourgBeing a vegetarian is easier than ever, but that doesn't mean it's always easy to find exactly what you crave.. here's where one editor tends to go. 1109/06/2019
2 June 2019
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Redange's local currency - the BekiNewcomers to Luxembourg might be surprised to find out that the Euro is not the only currency in operation in Luxembourg. The canton of Redange has its ... 1102/06/2019
25 May 2019
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Five Luxembourg-specific apps worth their metaphorical weight in goldWhether you're new to Luxembourg or have lived here for decades, I reckon you will find at least 4 out of 5 of these very useful. 2225/05/2019