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Coronavirus in Belgium: contaminations down 42%, 273 patients treated in intensive care

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The latest figures for the coronavirus in Belgium.

EBetween June 5 and 11, 801 new coronavirus contaminations were detected on average per day, down 42% from the previous week, according to the latest figures released Tuesday morning by the Sciensano Public Health Institute. Since the start of the pandemic in Belgium, 1,076,579 infections have been diagnosed.

Nearly 40,200 tests on average were also performed daily, for a positivity rate of 2.5%.

In addition, 717 people are currently hospitalized due to Covid-19, including 273 patients treated in intensive care.

The average number of hospital admissions per day due to coronavirus between June 8 and 14, meanwhile, fell to 49.0, a decrease of 29% compared to the previous reference period.

Between June 5 and 11, 8.4 people died per day on average from the virus, bringing the toll to 25,093 deaths since the start of the pandemic in Belgium.

The incidence, which indicates the average number of new daily cases per 100,000 inhabitants, reached 132.9 over 14 days. The virus’s reproduction rate is still steadily declining and now stands at 0.79. When it is less than 1, this indicator means that the epidemic tends to slow down.


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England vs Croatia, Raheem Sterling, Gareth Southgate, Austria vs North Macedonia

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Raheem Sterling ignited England’s Euro 2020 campaign as the Manchester City forward’s clinical finish sealed a 1-0 win against Croatia in their Group D opener on Sunday.

Gareth Southgate’s side were struggling to break down Croatia until Sterling struck in the second half at sun-baked Wembley.

The 26-year-old’s first goal at a major tournament — in his 13th game — was the perfect riposte to critics who questioned Southgate’s decision to select him instead of Jack Grealish.

Southgate was also heavily criticised for the inclusion of midfielder Kalvin Phillips but he too played a starring role while starting Kieran Trippier out of position was another bold call.

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“I was shocked by the inclusion of Trippier at left-back like most people but not in a doubting way because I don’t doubt the manager,” Gary Neville said on ITV.

“I think we’ve got an outstanding international manager who’s got unbelievable experience.

“I thought he managed that game unbelievably today. You talk about who the best player was, it might be Kalvin Phillips or Raheem Sterling but our biggest asset is our manager.

“He’s willing to make the unpopular decisions, ones that some of us ultimately, at times, don’t think he should make because he knows that group better than anyone.”

Sterling has endured a chequered relationship with England fans after being hounded following his tame performances at Euro 2016.

He also struggled to hold down a place with Premier League champions City this term, culminating in his lacklustre display in their Champions League final defeat against Chelsea.

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But, days after he was given an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for his anti-racism campaigning, Sterling enjoyed a perfectly-timed moment of redemption.

“I always said if I played at Wembley at a major tournament I had to score. It’s great to finally do that,” said Sterling, who grew up close to the national stadium.

“There’s a lot of different reasons why I haven’t scored for my club and it’s totally irrelevant now. I’m here with England and I’m enjoying my football.

“Have I justified my selection? I’m trying. I’ve focused on myself and tried to come into the tournament with a clear head.”

In a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semi-final won by Croatia, England were hampered by a lack of cutting edge until Sterling came to the rescue.

Sterling’s winner eased the tension at Wembley and got fans bellowing ‘Football’s coming home’ in the hope England can emulate their run to the semi-finals when they hosted Euro 96, and maybe even win a major tournament for the first time since the 1966 World Cup.

“I’m so pleased for Raheem. He was dangerous all game. His goalscoring record suggests we should have faith in him and I think he was motivated to show that,” Southgate said.

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In truth, this was a far from convincing performance, but Southgate will take heart from the way his team kept their nerve on a pressure-packed occasion.

“It’s lovely to have given our fans and our country a really enjoyable afternoon. The players dealt with the big occasion really well,” Southgate said.

Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic added: “We have lots of optimism. We are looking forward to our next games and we can still reach our objective of moving into the next round.”

37-YEAR OLD THE UNLIKELY HERO FOR AUSTRIA

Substitutes Michael Gregoritsch and Marko Arnautovic scored late goals as Austria sealed a 3-1 victory over major tournament debutants North Macedonia in their Group C opener at Euro 2020 on Sunday.

Stefan Lainer put the Austrians ahead early on in Bucharest, but 37-year-old captain Goran Pandev levelled before the half-hour mark to become the second-oldest scorer in Euro history and delight the vocal Macedonian fans.

But Gregoritsch diverted home the deciding goal 12 minutes from time and Arnautovic added a third to ensure Austria claimed their first-ever European Championship win and struck first blood in a group also containing the Netherlands and Ukraine, who meet in Amsterdam later in the day.

Austria next visit the Dutch on Thursday, while North Macedonia stay in the Romanian capital to face Ukraine.

After a bright start by Igor Angelovski’s Macedonians on Sunday, Austria struck against the run of play in the 18th minute as right-back Lainer met Marcel Sabitzer’s cross at the back post to volley past goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski.

Lainer celebrated by holding up a shirt with the words “Eriksen stay strong” after Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest in their game against Finland on Saturday.

Lukaku pays tribute to clubmate Eriksen | 00:51

It was the first time Austria had taken the lead in a European Championship game.

They quickly threatened a second goal as Sasa Kalajdzic turned Sabitzer’s pass too close to Dimitrievski.

But North Macedonia continued to press and levelled in the 28th minute as Austria goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann lost the ball as he slid out to collect it after some comical defending, and Pandev gleefully accepted the gift to slot into an empty net.

It was a record-extending 38th goal for the former Inter Milan forward for his country, making him the second-oldest player to net in the tournament after Austrian Ivica Vastic at the age of 38 against Poland in 2008.

Austria coach Franco Foda sent on Arnautovic and Gregoritsch as his side dominated the early stages of the second half, but North Macedonia remained a danger on the break and Boban Nikolov was denied on the hour mark by an onrushing Bachmann.

Minutes later it was Austria who almost forged ahead, but Gregoritsch’s header was excellently palmed away by Dimitrievski.

Neither side sat back to protect their point, but it was the underdogs who continued to look threatening and Ezgjan Alioski and Eljif Elmas both had efforts well blocked.

Austria’s quality shone through in the closing stages, though, as Gregoritsch nipped ahead of Dimitrievski to stab home David Alaba’s low cross.

In the 89th minute, Shanghai Port forward Arnautovic ran clear, rounded the goalkeeper and tapped in to give the scoreline a slightly flattering complexion.

Danish star collapses on pitch | 00:32

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Christian Eriksen | Romelu Lukaku: “When I found out about Eriksen I cried a lot, this triumph I dedicate to him”

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This Saturday world football was shocked after Christian Eriksen collapses in the middle of the game between Denmark and Finland, which worried his colleagues since he did not react despite the attempts of the medical corps.

For its part, Romelu Lukaku, Belgium striker and his Inter Milan teammate, spoke with the press after his 3-0 win against Russia and revealed how it was the moment when he found out about the medical emergency that the Danish midfielder had.

“I am very happy for the victory, it was difficult to play for me since my mind was with my teammate Christian, I hope he is in good health and I dedicate this to him,” Lukaku said with the press.

On his reaction to finding out, he added: “I cried a lot because he was very scared, obviously. We have lived many strong moments, I spend more time with him than with my family. My thoughts are with him, with his wife, with his two children and his entire family. ”

As recalled, Romelu Lukaku was the author of a double in the 3-0 victory against Russia and, in the first, he decided to run to the camera and dedicate it saying: “Chris, I love you.” So far, Eriksen has been undergoing examinations in a Danish hospital and is stable.

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Belgium beat Russia 3-0 in a Euro 2020 Group B match

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Belgium beat Russia 3-0 in the late Euro 2020 Group B match. The Red Devils solidified their reputation as favorites, leaving no chance for Sbornaya, despite the fact that they “hosted” this rival in St. Petersburg.

Roberto Martinez’s team decided everything in their favor even before the break, when Lukaku and Munier took advantage of gross mistakes of the Russians. The striker dedicated his goal to the victim Christian Eriksen earlier today.

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Belgium – Russia 3: 0 (Development of the match by minutes)

This is how the match at Gazprom Arena went

After the break, the leader in the FIFA world rankings kept his strength and without any serious dangers in front of Courtois, formalized his starting three points in the continental race. Moreover, 180 seconds before the last referee signal, Romelu Lukaku embittered the Russians in the evening with his second goal of the match.

Thus, the Belgians temporarily led Group B after the end of the first round. Immediately after them is the team of Finland, which earlier today shocked Denmark with 1: 0 in a match that will be remembered by the serious incident that happened to Christian Eriksen.

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In view of the strange rules of conduct, although guests in their own country, Sbornaya could be said to have managed to exert quality domestic pressure. The attention of the defense was most often engaged by the powerful Artyom Dzyuba. There were several crossings in the field of Thibaut Courtois, which, however, did not force him to intervene.

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Russian enthusiasm was quickly broken by a big mistake in the ninth minute. The Belgians created an attack that ended with an air pass in the opponent’s penalty area. Romelu Lukaku was in an ambush, but before that the ball unhappily passed between the legs of Andrei Semyonov, who tried to cross the pass. All this allowed the star with №9 to play the situation according to the rules and with a measured shot did not leave a chance to Shunin.

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Stanislav Cherchesov’s team tries to return to the match after only a few minutes. Then Mario Fernandez proved to be the most resourceful in the execution of a corner, but with his head directed straight into the reach of Courtois.

The dynamic match in St. Petersburg continued and in the 17th minute Belgium was very close to doubling its lead. Semyonov made a new “gift” to Lukaku, who took advantage of his big step and came dangerously close to Shunin’s net. This time, however, Georgi Dzhikia “saved” his team with a decisive split. But even that did not end the “devil’s” offensive. A moment later, the ball went to the penalty spot for Dendonker, but his shot went high over the top post.

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Roberto Martinez’s team didn’t need to think about attack ideas, as the opponent’s mistakes gave them enough options for a goal shot. After an inaccuracy from Jikiya, Torgan Azar had a chance to shoot to the far corner. However, Anton Shunin correctly “read” the course of events and made a good rescue.

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Both Belgium and Russia had to make a forced substitution in the 26th minute. Then, with a controversial ball in the center of the field, Delyar Kuzyaev hit Timothy Castan’s head very hard. The players in question collected enough damage from the heavy martial arts and so their participation in the second match of rough B ended. The first shift was created by the symbolic hosts, who rotated Castan with Thomas Munier.

Romelu Lukaku dedicated his goal against Russia to Christian Eriksen

Romelu Lukaku dedicated his goal against Russia to Christian Eriksen

“I love you, Chris!”

The Red Devils have consolidated their full control over the match with a second goal in St. Petersburg. Shortly after appearing in the game, for forced reason, Thomas Munier was already receiving congratulations from his colleagues. The man in question was in the right place after Anton Shunin boxed an unfocused sharp cross from the flank of Torgan Azar. All this gave him the easy opportunity to make 2: 0 in the 34th.

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In the 40th minute, the referee Mateu Laos had to decide “the potential danger of a penalty”. In the situation in question, Munie cunningly knocked on the support leg of the veteran Zhirkov to fall into the penalty area. After consulting with his colleagues, the Spanish judge still decided not to award a penalty kick.

Shortly before the break signal, the classics could be a fact. Yannick Ferreira-Carasco walked through the weak Russian defense, but his subsequent strike this time did not find the desired goal.

At halftime, Russia made a new change in its ranks, as Igor Diveev replaced the disappointed Dmitry Barinov.

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Russia showed signs of life with the onset of the second half. Most often the dangers came from Alexander Golovin, who, however, never managed to make a significant enough blow.

The wing of the Russians Denis Cherishev had to survive a serious shame. After being forced into the first half, in the 63rd minute Cherchesov decided to take him out of the field at the expense of Alexei Miranchuk. Naturally, the former Real (Madrid) player was not at all happy with this fact.

Wales drew from Switzerland in Baku

Wales drew from Switzerland in Baku

Both teams finished 1: 1

In the remaining moments, 26,264 people at Gazprom Arena saw nothing memorable. Belgium skillfully kept their strength for the next matches in the tournament, while Russia simply had no idea how to hinder, even minimally, Thibaut Courtois.

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And when both teams were waiting for the final referee signal, Belgium decided to spoil the evening even more for all Russians. In the 87th minute Toma Munie surprisingly came in from the flank and released a wonderful pass for Romelu Lukaku. The emblematic striker of Inter had no problem to outrun Igor Diveev and alone against Shunin he did not make a mistake for the classic 3: 0!

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On June 17, Belgium will visit the Danes, who are hesitant after today. Russia will try to return to the winning path in the classic rivalry against Finland on June 16.

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European Cup-Lukaku 2 goals Munier passes Belgium to beat Russia 3-0_Sports_News_Yunnan.com

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Original title: European Cup-Lukaku 2 goals Munier pass Belgium 3-0 victory over Russia

CCTV News: At 03:00 on June 13th, Beijing time (22:00 on the 12th, local time in Russia), the first round of the 2020 European Cup Group B will compete at the St. Petersburg stadium. Belgium beat Russia 3-0, Lukaku A brace was scored twice, and Munier passed a shot.

Lukaku 2 goals Munier pass Belgium 3-0 victory over Russia

This is the 13th time the two teams have played against each other, after Belgium had 6 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses. In 7 official clashes, Belgium scored 5 wins and 2 losses.

In the 10th minute, Mertens made a cross from the right, Semenov made a mistake and Lukaku shot into the net from 12 yards. Russian players complained that Lukaku was offside, and the referee determined that the goal was valid.

In the 34th minute, Hazard made a pass from the left and was barely saved by Shu Ning. The undefended Munier made a 10 yard shot into the net, 2-0.

Belgium controlled the game in the second half. Hazard also came off the bench. In the 88th minute, Munier made a straight pass, and Lukaku made a low shot into the net from 15 yards on the right side of the penalty area, 3-0. Lukaku scored 62 goals in 94 national team appearances, and scored 20 goals in nearly 15 national team appearances.

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To the health of De Bruyne and Lukaku !. Free beer will be poured in the fan zone of Lviv for goals against Russia

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The organizers of the Lviv fan zone have come up with an interesting marketing move to lure fans to the match Euro 2020 Russia – Belgium.

Thus, the organizers promise to distribute 100 glasses of beer for each goal of the Belgian national team against Russia for free.

“100 glasses of beer for every goal scored by Belgium against Russia!

Come to us at the Lviv Fan Festival – let’s drink to the health of De Bruyne and Lukaku, “the message says.

Let’s remind that the Russia – Belgium match will take place on Saturday, June 12, beginning at 22:00.

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Partial solar eclipse around 12.19 pm – Belgium

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An annular solar eclipse will take place high in the north today/Thursday. In Belgium, the celestial phenomenon will be partially visible.

If you want to admire the phenomenon, you should wear eclipse glasses to protect your eyes.

At 11:17 a.m. GMT, the moon and the sun will make contact for the first time. The sun is then at an altitude of 50 degrees in the east-southeast. As the sun moves higher in the sky in a more southeasterly direction, the eclipse also gradually increases. At 12.19 pm, the maximum eclipse can finally be observed, which will cover about 26 percent of the solar diameter from Brussels. At that moment the sun is already at an altitude of 58 degrees. Then the moon gradually disappears from before the sun. At 1:25 p.m., the moon makes its last contact with the sun and the eclipse is over.

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The phenomenon can be seen from Europe, North America and Asia. The solar eclipse can be seen as annular in Canada, Greenland and Russia. The point of maximum eclipse is in Baffin Bay between Northern Canada and Greenland. That is where the sun’s coverage is greatest. Viewed from there, 97 percent of the solar diameter or 89 percent of its surface will be covered by the moon.

If you want to observe the solar eclipse, you must protect your eyes with a sun filter. Eclipse glasses are a simple and safe method.

If you want to admire the phenomenon, you should wear eclipse glasses to protect your eyes. At 11.17 am Belgian time, the moon and the sun will make contact for the first time. The sun is then at an altitude of 50 degrees in the east-southeast. As the sun moves higher in the sky in a more southeasterly direction, the eclipse also gradually increases. At 12.19 pm, the maximum eclipse can finally be observed, which will cover about 26 percent of the solar diameter from Brussels. At that moment the sun is already at an altitude of 58 degrees. Then the moon gradually disappears from before the sun. At 1:25 p.m., the moon makes its last contact with the sun and the eclipse is over. The phenomenon can be seen from Europe, North America and Asia. The solar eclipse can be seen as annular in Canada, Greenland and Russia. The point of maximum eclipse is in Baffin Bay between Northern Canada and Greenland. That is where the sun’s coverage is greatest. Viewed from there, 97 percent of the solar diameter or 89 percent of its surface will be covered by the moon. If you want to observe the solar eclipse, you must protect your eyes with a sun filter. Eclipse glasses are a simple and safe method.

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“The end of the compulsory mask in Belgium is for …”

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Frank Vandenbroucke, the Minister of Public Health, indicated on Sunday on the set of “It’s not every day on Sunday” (RTL-TVi), that the end of the compulsory mask in Belgium was not for today. But…

“It is not for today”, he replied to Christophe Deborsu. “The mask protects us in public spaces, in public transport, in shops. It is still necessary protection. If we have enough people who are twice vaccinated, therefore totally protected, then it can end. . There is hope for September or October ”.

He also clarified: “When there is a meeting between friends and all the people have been vaccinated twice, then you can say that the mask is no longer necessary. But not in public spaces.”

An intervention to review in video:

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Commissioner for Gender Equality wears the veil. The center-right premier defends it: “Look at his CV”

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Can a woman wearing an Islamic veil lead a public institution created to guarantee gender equality? The question has monopolized the political debate in Belgium since the secretary of state for equality and diversity, the ecologist Sarah Schlitz, he appointed Ihsane Haouach to take up the post of government commissioner at the Institute for Equality between Women and Men. When the photo of the new commissioner began to circulate on TV and in the newspapers, a characteristic emerged that took over all her merits and her preparation: Haouach wears the hijab, the Islamic veil that covers hair and ears leaving the face uncovered.

The controversy over the veil

“He has a concrete resume”, the Belgian Prime Minister said in Parliament, Alexander De Croo, in response to criticism from the right and the liberals, the same political family to which the premier belongs. Indeed, he was among the first to attack Haouach’s appointment Georges Louis Bouchez, president of the Mouvement réformateur, the French-speaking liberal party allied with the Open Vld, the formation of Flemish liberals to which De Croo belongs. The appointment of the woman who wears the veil “is totally contrary to the principle of neutrality of the state”, argued Bouchez, since “the freely worn veil does not pose any difficulty, but it should be remembered that in certain families or in certain countries it is one instrument of domination against women “.

The preparation

“The government’s point of view – replied De Croo hard-nosed – is that this person has the skills and experience to perform this function”. In fact, if no party – not even the right-wing opposition – has targeted the curriculum of the new government commissioner, there will be some reason. A graduate of Solvay Business School, Haouach began her career in the energy sector. In addition to French and English, he speaks the Darija language, which is Moroccan Arabic. In 2013, she was one of the co-founders of the non-profit organization Tyn, Talented Youth Network, created to develop young talents in their diversity, working on self-confidence and civic involvement. In 2015, she launched Bruxelloise & Voilée (Brussels and the Veil) a movement that will have great success on social media, with the aim of fighting stereotypes against women who wear hijabs. In 2016, he helped to create the L’Épicerie educational center, in the heart of Molenbeek, the neighborhood infamous in the news all over the world as the place of origin of several Islamic terrorists. The difficult challenge of bringing culture and education to one of the most disadvantaged areas of the Belgian capital will now be followed by the first government office, which promises to be tougher than the previous ones.

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enough to do good business for customers

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Through M.Parez

The initiative has already been tested in France in Auchan stores. Today, it is Cora Belgium which has decided to offer its customers a second-hand dressing room. To do good business but also to earn money by getting rid of clothes that you no longer wear.

Cora hypermarkets are increasingly attentive to ecological issues. After launching a partnership with Cash Converters to offer second-hand household appliances and computer items (at the Rocourt store only for the moment), the brand decided two months ago to launch into second-hand textiles.

It is true that it is more and more trendy, as evidenced by the success of applications like Vinted.

With this new service, Cora becomes the first player in Belgian mass distribution to offer a space specially dedicated to second-hand clothing within its stores.

However, the idea is not innovative since in France, Auchan has been surfing the same wave for several months. Cora has also joined forces with the same company as the French giant to carry out the operations. This is Patatam, a Basque brand, European leader in second-hand processing since 2013. Patatam is responsible for collecting and sorting the clothes collected from customers.

How it works ?

First scenario: you want to buy second-hand clothes at a better price. It’s very simple: the “My second-hand wardrobe (s)” area is well signposted and is located near the classic textile department. For the moment, the hypermarket only offers children’s and women’s clothing. The prices do not exceed 10 €. Some examples: a children’s t-shirt for € 2, a little dress for € 3; a women’s top for € 3, a women’s skirt or jeans for € 8. In fact, the price is unique depending on the type of items.

Second scenario: you want to get rid of clothes that you no longer wear. First thing to do: register on www.mondressingcora.com.

When you go to a Cora, you will find specific bags for collecting clothes (in the occasions department). You fill the bag at home, you scan the code written on the bag and you will then drop it off in a Mondial Relay (the addresses are given on the site of my dressing room). The clothes must of course be clean, without holes or stains, with all the buttons, not to be deformed or filled with pills. It is the Patatam company which is responsible for controlling the quality of the articles. Anything that does not comply is of course discarded and goes into another recovery cycle.

If your bag has been correctly filled, you will receive an email which will entitle you to € 5 on your Cora card. Otherwise, you will be notified, always by email, that there is a problem. So no 5 €. Except the first time, we explain at Cora. Please note that the clothes sent are not returned.

Fashionable

The second-hand clothes sold with us come from various collection points in Patatam, including foreigners.

Recycling clothes is very fashionable. Other brands in France have also decided to get started. Thus Pimkie (who unfortunately is bankrupt in Belgium) is experimenting in some of its French shops selling second-hand clothes by the kilo. It’s € 30 per kilo in summer, € 20 in winter.

Another example: C&A which decided to put online a second-hand clothing resale platform. Called oC & Az, this site connects individuals who wish to sell or buy C&A products. France is the first market where the chain is testing this device.

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