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RTL Today • 26 September 2026

Live subtitles are coming to Luxembourg's Parliament, translation could follow

Luxembourg's parliament is preparing live Luxembourgish subtitles for its debates, a first step toward AI translations that could help more residents follow the decisions that affect them.

RTL Today • 12 September 2026

Luxembourg voters: Who gets a say?

There are three possible ways to vote politically in Luxembourg: legislative elections, European parliamentary elections, and municipal elections. With a diversifying electorate and a large pool of new residents and citizens, how is Luxembourg voting?

RTL Today • 8 August 2026

Luxembourg's foreigners: Who are the 48%?

From lifelong residents without Luxembourgish passports to newly naturalised citizens, the Grand Duchy's population challenges any simple definition of 'foreign'.

RTL Today • 22 June 2026

An inside story: a year of unemployment in Luxembourg

After almost a year of unemployment in Luxembourg, one third-country national reflects on the obstacles she faced and what ultimately helped her find stable work.

RTL Today • 8 May 2026

Structural and linguistic barriers: Unemployment in Luxembourg: Who's hit the hardest?

Despite legal rights to work, third-country nationals in Luxembourg face structural and linguistic barriers, impacting their ability to secure jobs, as highlighted by Mary's ongoing job search struggles.

RTL Today • 17 April 2026

Does Luxembourg need a hard reset on recruitment?

As more jobseekers enter the market in Luxembourg, recruiters say the issue is not a lack of talent but a disconnect between employer expectations and available profiles.

RTL Today • 18 March 2026

Talent shortage or record unemployment: Which is the real crisis in Luxembourg?

“You’ve got very capable people. They don’t tick every box on paper, but they could perform well with some realistic expectations, with some light upskilling,” one recruiter said.

“I’ve been in the industry for 30 years, so I think I can speak with some authority that there isn’t a talent shortage.”

RTL Today • 10 March 2026

Beyond Women's Day: What's next for gender equality in Luxembourg? MPs weigh in

On Sunday, 8 March, several thousand in Luxembourg took to the streets in celebration of women, and in protest against issues such as healthcare and inequality. Days prior to that, Luxembourg joined France with constitutionalising abortion.

Silicon Luxembourg • 3 February 2026

Fall Training For Active Ageing In Luxembourg

The team at not-for-profit GERO has one overarching goal: to ensure that as life expectancy increases, quality of life soars right along with it. Formed in 1989, the ASBL aims to raise awareness, inform, and empower individuals about active ageing and healthy living later in life.

RTL Today • 3 February 2026

Luxembourg selects LGBTQIA+ role models for European awards in Prague

Three representatives of Luxembourg’s LGBTQIA+ scene will present the country at the second European Pride Business Network Role Models awards held in Prague later this year.

RTL • 11 December 2025

Where do Luxembourg's parties stand on the language(s) they use?

With more people naturalising in Luxembourg and broadening the voting pool, how people connect with different parties is key for determining who represents the country in parliament, and in the government.

RTL • 15 November 2025

'Isolated cases of discomfort': University of Luxembourg responds to recent flood of criticism and allegations

The University of Luxembourg held a press briefing Thursday to address moral harassment and housing concerns, expressing regret and pledging to work on solutions.

Forbes Luxembourg • 2 November 2025

Why Chinese Banks Keep Choosing Luxembourg As Their EU Gateway | Forbes Luxembourg

It was against this backdrop that the Bank of China opened in Luxembourg in 1979, marking the first overseas branch of any Chinese bank. This would mark the start of a continuing partnership between the two countries.

RTL • 20 October 2025

Luxembourg research team advances Parkinson’s prevention, diagnosis, and treatment

The initiative celebrates 10 years of research into the disease, personalised care for patients, and collaboration for early detection and diagnosis. RTL Today sits down with neurologist Prof. Rejko Krüger for a deep dive into Parkinson's research in Luxembourg.

RTL • 30 September 2025

Flooding and faecal matter: Belval student and staff accommodation in disarray

Amid flooding and sewage problems in university housing, a group of students has spoken out to highlight their ordeal.

RTL • 25 September 2025

10 years later: Political parties and associations debate voting rights for foreigners

10 years after the 2015 referendum in which Luxembourgers rejected giving foreign nationals the right to vote in parliamentary elections, a growing and changing country discusses this very right once more.

RTL • 20 September 2025

Constitutional crossroads: Abortion debate: Did France walk so Luxembourg could run?

Parliamentary debates have kicked off and Luxembourg is on track to enshrine abortion into the constitution – but will it come down to a freedom or a right?

RTL • 15 September 2025

In France's footsteps: Luxembourg's journey to constitutionalising abortion begins

On Monday, 15 September, a gathering of around 70 people took off outside the Chamber of Deputies. Through unrelenting rain, attendees included party members from the Left, the Greens, and LSAP as well as representatives of organisations including OGBL and Amnesty International.

RTL • 8 September 2025

Moien, wéi geet et?: Luxembourg's language: the cornerstone of a multilingual country

Luxembourg's rich mix of languages reflects both its multicultural roots and its modern challenges, with French opening doors, Luxembourgish anchoring identity, and growing demand reshaping how newcomers integrate.

RTL • 2 September 2025

Deep dive (part 1): From left to right, where do Luxembourg's parties stand on pension reform?

With unions warning of burdens on youth and workers, and parties defending divergent fixes, the debate over Luxembourg's pensions is set to intensify this autumn.

RTL • 2 September 2025

Deep dive (part 2): From left to right, where do Luxembourg's parties stand on the pension gender gap?

Pension reform has been one of the dominating topics of 2025. Ahead of the next discussion scheduled for 3 September, some key issues have dominated headlines, conversations, and union rebuttals.

RTL • 10 June 2025

Trains of Luxembourg: A journey from the nostalgic 90s to the high-speed accessibility of future trains

As Z2 trains roll out to Romania, CFL accelerates fleet modernisation with a focus on accessibility. From nostalgic farewells to future-ready upgrades, the country’s transport network is evolving.

RTL • 12 March 2025

A seat at the table: Luxembourg presents 5-year plan to elevate women in matters of peace and security

On Friday, Luxembourg released its Second National Action Plan, tackling global threats, female representation, and the realities of conflict and gender-based violence – shaping both policy and conversation for the years ahead.

RTL • 11 February 2025

Legal reforms: Luxembourg takes steps for women's rights, campaigners call for further progress

Recent legislative changes in Luxembourg offer key victories for women's rights, but advocates stress the need for further reforms, including extending the abortion term limit and securing constitutional protections.