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Belgium Exonym of Belgium The English Exnonym for Belgium people is Belgium. Many other European countries have their own exonyms for Belgium. The Exonym of Belgium in English is Belgium. And the people of Belgium are known as Belgians. These Exonyms are used predominantly in English-speaking countries. The Endonym for Belgium is Belgie, Belgique and Belgien. Belgie is only written in Flemish, the Dutch region of Belgium. Belgium has 3 (three) official languages: Dutch, French and German. An Exonym is a name given to a place by foreigners, for example, Londres is an exonym for London. An endonym is a…
11,587,882 (2021) The Population of Belgium The population of Belgium is 2,110,000 according to the latest census survey by the World Bank in 2021. Belgium is one of the smallest countries in Europe, Belgium is bordered by France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Germany. The country also has a narrow coastline to the north, in the famous city Brugge. The capital city of Belgium is Brussels and the central metropolitan area has a population of 2,110,000. Which was last updated in 2022. The Brussels region is home to 180 nationalities, with 108 different languages spoken in the country. More than 55% of residents were…
The capital of Belgium is Brussels, and coincidently (even though it’s not official) it is known as the capital of the EU. It is a cultural heaven, so many ex-pats, and several fusions of cultures make Brussels, the most diverse place in Europe.
Minnesota Police Officer Involved in Traffic Stop Shooting of Black Man Resigns VOA says the Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, police officer involved in the shooting death of a 20-year-old African American man during a traffic stop Sunday has resigned, as has the police chief of the Minneapolis suburb. A 26-year veteran of the city’s police department, Kim Potter resigned in a letter Tuesday, saying, “I have loved every minute of being a police officer and serving this community to the best of my ability, but I believe it is in the best interest of the community, the department, and my fellow…
Germany remembers victims of Nazis 76 years after liberation of Buchenwald concentration camp Euronews says wreaths were laid at the infamous Nazi concentration camp of Buchenwald on Sunday, 76 years after its liberation by the allies. The president summed up the atrocities committed at Buchenwald and other camps during the Third Reich. “With its large number of victim groups, Buchenwald represents the entire barbarity of the Nazis’ aggressive nationalism on the outside, dictatorship and oppression on the inside, and Völkisch thought,” he said. “Buchenwald stands for racial ideology, torture, murder and extermination.” https://wtxnews.com/world/pm-lockdown-india-covid-2nd-worst-hit-nation/ https://twitter.com/AuschwitzMuseum/status/1381577841062514692?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made with…
‘Low level of oxygen’ led to George Floyd’s death – expert TRT World says a respiratory doctor has testified that George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen and that Derek Chauvin’s knee was on his neck almost all the time he was facedown in the street with his hands cuffed behind his back. Martin Tobin, a pulmonologist, told the jury at Chauvin’s murder and manslaughter trial that he had watched videos of Floyd’s May 25, 2020 arrest “hundreds of times.” “Mr. Floyd died from a low level of oxygen,” Tobin told the jury hearing the high-profile case in a heavily guarded…
Labour MP praises church where pastor opposed LGBT+ rights amid Starmer visit row The Independent says a Labour MP has provoked anger by praising a church whose pastor opposed gay rights despite the party’s leader Keir Starmer apologising for visiting it. Stephen Timms was accused of “trolling” LGBT+ people after praising the “extraordinary work” of Jesus House for All the Nations in Brent, north London. His comment came hours after Sir Keir accepted it was a “mistake” for him to visit the church, which has opened up as a vaccination centre, last week. https://wtxnews.com/world/india-record-high-cases-moderna-uk-rollout/ https://twitter.com/WtxNews/status/1379750717804720132?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made…
Covid passports: Plans criticised by MPs amid fears of ‘two-tier Britain’ BBC News says criticism is growing over plans for Covid passports in England, amid fears they could create a “two-tier” society. Government documents released on Monday said such certificates – that prove if someone has had a vaccine, has tested negative or has immunity – were likely to become “a feature of our lives”. At Monday’s press conference, Boris Johnson did not rule out the idea. But many MPs have criticised the plans, with senior Tory backbencher Mark Harper calling for a vote on the issue. https://wtxnews.com/world/2-tier-britain-normal-life-some-way-off/ https://wtxnews.com/world/2-tier-britain-normal-life-some-way-off/ https://twitter.com/PKT_develop/status/1379317577801994240?s=20 Finding something interesting ?…
Pfizer-BioNTech says Covid-19 vaccine is safe, effective on adolescents TRT World says BioNTech-Pfizer have said their vaccine showed 100 per cent efficacy against the coronavirus in 12- to 15-year-olds, as they eye approval for adolescents to get the jabs before the next school year. Phase 3 trials carried out on 2,260 adolescents in the United States “demonstrated 100 per cent efficacy and robust antibody responses,” the companies said in a statement on Wednesday. https://wtxnews.com/uk/met-police-allegations-covid-19-variants/ https://wtxnews.com/uk/met-police-allegations-covid-19-variants/ https://twitter.com/Reuters/status/1356890173909291012?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made with Love by 💓 the WTX News Team!
French air attack in Mali killed 19 unarmed civilians, UN says Aljazeera says a French air attack in January killed at least 19 civilians at a wedding party in central Mali, United Nations investigators have said, confirming locals’ accounts and contradicting France’s version that only rebel fighters were hit. The human rights division of the United Nations mission in Mali (MINUSMA) said on Tuesday it had visited the village of Bounti where the attack took place on January 3, analysed satellite images and interviewed more than 400 people, including at least 115 in face-to-face, individual sessions. https://wtxnews.com/uk/covid-19-uk-us-criticises-who-report-accuse-china/ https://twitter.com/WorldNBC1/status/1376994052596375553?s=20 Finding something…
Insta News story – Ghislaine Maxwell faces new charges, including sex trafficking of a minor Socialite accused of aiding Jefferey Epstein’s Sexual abuse ring Ghislaine Maxwell faces new charges, including sex trafficking of a minor Maxwell is facing two new charges Ghislaine Maxwell faces new charges, including sex trafficking of a minor Including sex trafficking a minor Ghislaine Maxwell faces new charges, including sex trafficking of a minor Maxwell accused of new lover A New accuser referred to as minor victim 4 has come forward Expanding the timeframe of Maxwell’s alleged contributions 8 Ghislaine Maxwell faces new charges, Expanding the…
Covid: Outdoor meetings and sports to resume in EnglandBBC News says two households or groups of up to six people are now able to meet outside in England again as the stay-at-home Covid restrictions order comes to an end.Outdoor sport facilities including tennis courts and golf courses are also reopening, and organised outdoor sports can resume in the latest easing. And weddings will also be on again, attended by up to six people.The prime minister said: “Despite today’s easements, everyone must continue to stick to the rules, remember hands, face, space, and come forward for a vaccine when called.”https://wtxnews.com/uk/england-eases-lockdown-coronavirus-boris-johnson/ Covid: Outdoor meetings and sports…
Latest Bristol policing protest culminates in 14 arrests The Guardian says police have moved in to disperse demonstrators in Bristol, two days after another protest that descended into rioting in the city. The demonstration overnight ended with 14 people arrested. Around 130 people gathered at College Green in the evening – it was the latest ‘Kill the Bill’ protest in the city, against the government’s policing bill which gives cops new powers to tackle demonstrations. https://twitter.com/WtxNews/status/1374065469716586501?s=20 https://twitter.com/WtxNews/status/1374747563379810307?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made with Love by 💓 the WTX News Team!
Dubai announces Ramadan COVID-19 precautionary measures Visual Slideshow Previous Next Arab News says Dubai has urged people not to hold large gatherings during Ramadan, as part of its measures to curb the spread of COVID-19. Dubai also called on the public to avoid exposing the elderly and people with chronic diseases to coronavirus risks. Ramadan and donation tents are also prohibited in the city, the committee said, adding that Tarawih prayers can be performed in mosques on the condition that precautionary measures are applied. https://wtxnews.com/world/pm-jabbed-myanmar-exodus-kuwtk-final-series/ https://twitter.com/DXBMediaOffice/status/1365302196867395587?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made with Love by 💓 the WTX News Team!
Top US diplomat makes overseas debut with Japan, Korea visits Visual Slideshow Previous Next Top US diplomat makes overseas debut with Japan, Korea visits TRT World says Antony Blinken has called for deeper economic ties with Japan, as he and Lloyd Austin seek to use their first trip abroad to solidify Asian alliances as a bulwark against China’s assertiveness. Their visit to Tokyo and later Seoul is the first overseas outing by top cabinet members of Joe Biden’s team and follows a virtual summit last week of the leaders of the US, Japan, Australia and India – the ‘Quad’ alliance. “The economic…
Sarah Everard case: Met police faces watchdog investigation Visual Slideshow Play Previous Next Scotland Yard is to be investigated over its handling of an allegation of indecent exposure against the officer suspected of murdering Sarah Everard.The police watchdog will consider if Metropolitan Police officers “responded appropriately” to the alleged incident.Ms Everard, 33, was last seen in Clapham, south London, on 3 March.The Met officer arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of her kidnap and murder is back in a police station after being treated in hospital for a head injury.https://wtxnews.com/uk/met-investigation-arrested-in-myanmar-floyd-3/https://twitter.com/WtxNews/status/1370350280550793216?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made with Love by 💓 the WTX News Team!
Zayn Malik lashes out at Grammy Awards voters Visual Slideshow Previous Next Zayn Malik has delivered an angry message to the Grammy Awards, five days before this year’s music ceremony is due to take place. “Unless you shake hands and send gifts, there’s no nomination considerations. Next year I’ll send you a basket of confectionery,” the star tweeted. Malik has never been nominated, either as a solo act or with One Direction. https://wtxnews.com/uk/human-remains-found-covid-19-travel-news/ https://wtxnews.com/uk/human-remains-found-covid-19-travel-news/ https://twitter.com/FdezzGarciiia/status/1369633052511633412?s=20 Finding something interesting ? Made with Love by 💓 the WTX News Team!
Buckingham Palace breaks silence on Meghan and Harry Oprah claims Visual Slideshow Previous Next The Guardian says the Queen has sought to draw a line under damaging racism claims made by Harry and Meghan saying that issues will be dealt with “privately” by the royal family. “The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan. The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately. Harry, Meghan and Archie will always…
