22 January 2023
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The Yenish – A community in Luxembourg and their fascinating languageKnowledge Bites The Yenish – A community in Luxembourg and their fascinating language 1Although the Yenish reside right here in Luxembourg, many people are unaware of their culture and, in particular, their highly interesting language, which,... 1122/01/2023
15 January 2023
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A brief look into Luxembourg and the filming industryFrom Vicky Krieps, to the Oscars, to Breaking Bad - let's take a brief look at Luxembourg's role in the filming industry. 1115/01/2023
18 December 2022
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The Angels of Schoenfels – Luxembourg's most outlandish scamLetters from Heaven, increasingly greedy Biblical figures, a lunch date with God, and a grisly murder committed out of a jealous rage: In every sense, the ...18/12/2022
9 December 2022
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The birth of the Christmas tree as we know itNow that we've covered Luxembourgish Christmas, the Kleeschen and Advent, it's time to focus on another typical Christmas tradition: Den Chrëschtbeemchen, ...09/12/2022
4 December 2022
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AdventToday, 4 December, is the second Sunday of advent. In western Christianity, advent designates the period of preparation leading up to Christmas, but do ...04/12/2022
26 November 2022
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Double, double toil and trouble: Witchcraft in LuxembourgThe witch craze is generally understood to have occurred in early modern Europe, between the 15th and the 18th century. What many might not know, is that ...26/11/2022
20 November 2022
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The Luxembourgish Christmas ExperienceDespite Luxembourg's multicultural side, the Grand Duchy still has some distinct, beautiful Christmas traditions for everyone to enjoy!20/11/2022
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13 November 2022
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The Luxembourgish scientist who was ennobled by the Austrian EmperorHeinrich Johann Nepomuk von Crantz did not only have an imposing name but made a lasting impact in the scientific community, especially in the fields of ...13/11/2022
22 October 2022
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Repair Together - Raving to Save UkraineOn the 22 & 23 October, Repair Together are campaigning against war in Ukraine across 12 cities simultaneously - including Luxembourg. And they're dancing ...22/10/2022
16 October 2022
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The palm oil industryDid you know that you’re using palm oil on a daily basis? What if I told you that palm oil can be found in your soap, your detergent, even your ice cream? ...16/10/2022
9 October 2022
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The Vianden Nut FairEvery second Sunday in October Vianden is THE place to be, with up to 20,000 people from near and far are visiting the little town for their famous nut ...09/10/2022
30 September 2022
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Trauliicht & Halloween in LuxembourgTell us what YOU do on Halloween in our Fun Halloween Poll! Halloween is not an official holiday in the Grand Duchy. Yet thanks to Luxembourg's ...30/09/2022
25 September 2022
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The impostor who duped the Prussian military – and is buried in LuxembourgIn 1906, the Prussian military became the laughingstock of Europe after an ex-convict disguised in a military uniform managed to convince several soldiers ...25/09/2022
18 September 2022
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Philharmonie LuxembourgAmong the office buildings of the European Union on the Place de l’Europe in Kirchberg sits an impressive crisp white building.18/09/2022
11 September 2022
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An overview of Luxembourg's monarchyWith the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II, a lot of discussion on the subject of monarchy resurfaces. As the longest reigning monarch in British ...11/09/2022
3 September 2022
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A joint Luxembourgish-German territoryLet's talk rivers today! More specifically the Our, Sûre, and Moselle which make up the border between the Grand-Duchy and Germany.03/09/2022
28 August 2022
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The noblewoman who eloped with Jesus: Yolanda of ViandenYolanda of Vianden's life story caused quite the stir in medieval Luxembourg. In another unusual twist, it was recorded in the Codex Mariendalensis, a ...28/08/2022
21 August 2022
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DroughtsIn the midst of all the recent heatwaves, droughts hit Europe like never before. Once a natural phenomenon, drought has become a serious problem enhanced ...21/08/2022
14 August 2022
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A pet a day keeps the doctor awayWhen did dogs become man’s best friend? Why were cats mummified and buried with their owners in Ancient Egypt? Why did Plato deem dogs to be “true ...14/08/2022
7 August 2022
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The magic of BourglinsterBourglinster is a picturesque little village you must see, surrounded by forests and a beautiful castle. Feel its magic!07/08/2022
29 July 2022
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The 'Koffergrouf' in StolzembourgIt's summer, it's incredibly hot and we are in dire need of cooling activities. What if I told you that I know a place where it's always 10°C, doesn't ...29/07/2022
24 July 2022
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The Grand Ducal Gendarmerie – When Luxembourg had two law enforcement unitsBefore the new millennium, Luxembourg had a second law enforcement unit alongside the police: the gendarmerie. Where did this corps come from and why was ...24/07/2022
17 July 2022
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How Do Telescopes Work?Earlier this week, the first James Webb Space Telescope images mesmerised the world. But do you know how telescopes actually work?17/07/2022
3 July 2022
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Jeff Mills – From the clubs of Detroit to the Philharmonie in LuxembourgAfter a two-year hiatus, the End-of-Season Party is back at the Philharmonie for a night of high-quality dance music, this year including arguably one of ...03/07/2022
26 June 2022
18 June 2022
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Victor Hugo and his time in ViandenI'm pretty sure you all know the musical 'Les Misérables' or the Disney film 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame', but did you know that the author whose works ...18/06/2022
12 June 2022
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Get to know Luxembourg's beautiful MullerthalAlso known as Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland, the Mullerthal region is made up of a stunning and diverse landscape. It is the perfect place to get away ...12/06/2022
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5 June 2022
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The 20-year-old who founded Luxembourg's resistance movementRaymond Petit was still in secondary school when the Nazis invaded Luxembourg in 1940. Together with his friends, he created what was to become the Grand ...05/06/2022
31 May 2022
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Echternach's Hopping ProcessionHere's everything you need to know about hopping through Echternach, as the traditional procession returns in 2022 after two years' absence.31/05/2022
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