22 May 2022
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Marathons - from ancient Greece to today's LuxembourgKnowledge Bites Marathons - from ancient Greece to today's Luxembourg 0After being cancelled for the past two years due to COVID, the ING Night Marathon is finally back next week, and the city will once again be filled with ... 0022/05/2022
15 May 2022
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Five lesser-known myths and legends from LuxembourgThink you know all about Luxembourg's legends because you've heard of Melusina before? Think again as we explore some lesser-known tales from the Grand ... 1115/05/2022
8 May 2022
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9 May - Europe DayOn Monday the European Union is celebrating "peace and union in Europe" and it so happens to be a public holiday here in the Grand Duchy as well.08/05/2022
1 May 2022
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A short history of Luxembourg's steel industryLuxembourg counts amongst the globe's biggest steel producers. How is that even possible for a country of this size? And how did the industry develop in ...01/05/2022
24 April 2022
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The Luxembourgish author who created one of silent cinema's most iconic super villainsKnowledge Bites The Luxembourgish author who created one of silent cinema's most iconic super villainsThe character of Dr Mabuse, a master of disguise and manipulation, is a staple of the silent film era. The iconic figure was created by Luxembourgish ...24/04/2022
10 April 2022
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Where did the Easter Bunny come from?Although practising Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ at Easter, many people now associate the holiday not with Jesus but with a bunny, eggs,...10/04/2022
27 March 2022
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Pretzels, eggs… and more? The 'missing' parts of Bretzelsonndeg'Bretzelsonndeg' is one of Luxembourg's most popular traditions that still holds strong to this day. But despite its popularity, Pretzel Sunday has ...27/03/2022
13 March 2022
26 February 2022
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The underground salt mines of Nancy that help keep ice from Luxembourg's roadsThis week Olivier Catani takes a look at the underground salt mines near Nancy, which provide Luxembourg with road salt.26/02/2022
20 February 2022
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Shrove Tuesday in Luxembourg and around the worldFastnachtsdienstag or Mardi Gras is the day before Lent. Traditions vary but for many, it's all about the pancakes. There's much more to it than a ...20/02/2022
13 February 2022
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The history of radio in LuxembourgTo mark World Radio Day, we take a look at the history of radio in Luxembourg - from Radio Luxembourg to the RTL you know (and hopefully love) today.13/02/2022
8 February 2022
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The dark (and weird) origins of Valentine's DayGroan or moan, but Valentine's Day is coming up, the day of chocolate gift boxes, red roses, love letters, date nights and, not to forget, the mammoth ...08/02/2022
29 January 2022
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PISA: Skating in August? The Kockelscheuer ice rink explainedHow are the ice layers created, and how does the rink's maintenance look like?29/01/2022
28 January 2022
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Ermesinde – Countess of LuxembourgBefore it was Grand, Luxembourg was a simple Duchy, and even before that… it was a County.28/01/2022
23 January 2022
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Five countries smaller than Luxembourg – and how they compareThe Grand Duchy is famously tiny, but in reality there are 28 countries smaller than Luxembourg. Here we pick five and ask: how do they stack up against ...23/01/2022
16 January 2022
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Veganuary - what it is and how to take part in LuxembourgFind out more about the campaign's background, benefits, and how to make the most out of it here in Luxembourg.16/01/2022
1 January 2022
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Price, size, emissions, material deprivation: Housing in Luxembourg compared to EUHousing varies greatly from country to country, from prices to rents, sizes and environmental footprint, so how does Luxembourg compare to other EU member ...01/01/2022
19 December 2021
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Christmas traditions across EuropeIt's the most magical time of the year... but nobody can agree quite how to celebrate it. Here's an overview of some of Europe's unique and quirky ...19/12/2021
5 December 2021
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An introduction to Luxembourg's mythical gift-bringersChristmas is a magical time and there are myriads of traditions, stories, songs, and myths that have developed all around the world.05/12/2021
21 November 2021
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Tripartite – the Luxembourg social modelPolitical and business news in Luxembourg frequently mentions a ‘tripartite’ for this or a ‘tripartite’ for that. But what on earth are tripartites and ...21/11/2021
7 November 2021
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'Mäertesdag' - A lost Luxembourgish holidayWhile most of the major feasts of the Catholic church are still widely celebrated in Luxembourg, some have lost their former significance.07/11/2021
31 October 2021
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PISA: Luxembourg's underground Roman wondersIn this week's episode of PISA, we delve into the Raschpëtzer, a system of subterranean water tunnels built by the Romans.31/10/2021
24 October 2021
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Does Luxembourg have a carbon problem?According to the UN’s latest report, the whole world has a climate problem and is on a ‘catastrophic pathway’ to runaway heating. But what’s Luxembourg’s ...24/10/2021
17 October 2021
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Fiederwäissen: The constantly changing early autumn drinkFor about one month, usually between late September and Halloween, a peculiar beverage is widely available across the country, with some bars in eastern ...17/10/2021
26 September 2021
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Beaufort CastleIf you are interested in medieval and renaissance history, Beaufort is the perfect spot to soak up some knowledge of the distant past. Here you can visit ...26/09/2021
12 September 2021
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How does Luxembourg stack up in world rankings?The Grand Duchy routinely comes out near the top of world rankings for happiness, economic competitiveness, quality of life, reputation and more. But ...12/09/2021
6 September 2021
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PISA: Space mining thanks to Luxembourg? Here's what inventions are happening nowToday, presenter Olivier Catani takes a look at Luxembourg's role in the space industry, specifically space mining. Not only is the country a frontrunner ...06/09/2021
31 August 2021
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The Codex Aureus - Echternach's Golden BookWidely regarded as one of the most lavishly ornated gospel books ever crafted, the Codex Aureus is a mesmerising sight to behold. Produced by the monks of ...31/08/2021
29 August 2021
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The Schleck FamilyRTL Today contributor Thomas Tutton takes a look at Luxembourg’s most famous sporting dynasty: the Schleck family.29/08/2021