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How to survive Ikea being closed

With the Ikea near Arlon still closed, many Luxembourg residents have been forced to delay their furnishing and redecorating projects, causing them to suffer from sadness and anxiety.  “Most of us aren’t equipped to handle a long wait for ready-to-assemble furniture and stylish, cheap accessories,” said Dr. M. Alphonse, a psychiatrist in Luxembourg City. “We […]

Expat relieved government not interested in her opinion about Covid measures anyway

A woman who moved to Luxembourg six years ago is expressing relief that the government hasn’t taken into account her stance on dealing with Covid, because she doesn’t know what to think anyway. “It would be nice to feel like I’ve got some kind of voice here, whether through voting, which I can’t do because […]

Luxembourg to offer ‘drive-thru’ citizenship service

Following months of successful drive-through Covid testing, starting next year, the Grand Duchy will offer a pilot drive-through citizenship program. Centers will be set up near Luxembourg City, where most people seeking citizenship live, although one center will be one located in Wiltz because, according to rumors, there is at least one non-Luxembourger living in […]

Schengen to be broken into 26 little Schengens

BRUSSELS — Admitting that it’s no longer accurate to describe the 26-country area as a free-movement zone, European leaders have decided to carefully divide the Schengen area into 26 individual Schengen areas. European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says that following a Zoom chat with national leaders, everyone agreed that it’s silly to go […]

Luxembourg described as ‘fun’ for first time

Surprising even its staunchest defenders, for the first time Luxembourg is being described as the most exciting travel destination in Europe. “People keep asking about this Luxembourg place they’re hearing about,” said London-based tour guide Polly Letusin. “Overnight, the country has turned fun.” Among the Grand Duchy’s offerings, says Letusin, are activities you can’t do […]