The city’s last horse-drawn carriage operator says business is good since making the switch, placing the Belgian capital in the vanguard of a global change.
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Chicago Passes Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution in Israel-Hamas War
The passions ignited by the war in Gaza have reverberated through American politics, but the issue has been particularly contentious in Chicago and its suburbs.
Russia Sees a Western Hand Behind Serbian Street Protests
The accusations made by Russia’s ambassador to Serbia were the latest efforts by Moscow to thwart a diplomatic campaign to lure Serbia out of Russia’s orbit.
Lured by Federal Dollars, Canadian Cities Rethink Zoning
Major Canadian cities are opening up development zoning to include fourplexes in exchange for federal funds to build housing.
Town’s Revolt Reveals Larger German Concerns About Arming Ukraine
The resistance of tiny Grossenhain to a new arms plant shows how the government’s plan for a more assertive foreign policy is struggling to gain traction.
City in Mexico Bans Performances of Songs With Misogynistic Lyrics
The city of Chihuahua said it would impose hefty fines on bands that perform songs with lyrics that “promote violence against women.”
Kiel-Qingdao Sister City Plan Stalled Amid German Wariness of China
The German port of Kiel and the Chinese port of Qingdao have a lot of things in common. Unfortunately, submarines are among them.
France Drops Rape Investigation of Former Deputy Mayor of Paris
Prosecutors said the case was closed because the statute of limitations on the alleged offense had expired.
Copenhagen Mayor Resigns Amid #MeToo Wave in Denmark
Frank Jensen admitted to harassing numerous women over decades. His case is part of a gathering confrontation in the country over sexual misconduct.
Putin’s Political Party Suffers Losses in Moscow Election
Yet the United Russia party will still form the majority in Moscow, where protests have been held this summer over corruption and falling living standards.