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ANTE Festival 2025: Brussels launches new festival celebrating 19th century architecture

The roaring success of Art Nouveau and Art Deco festival BANAD has inspired the city of Brussels to launch a new event exploring more than 100 years of architectural revolution predating the pioneering movements. ANTE Festival will celebrate neoclassical, eclectic and other styles of architecture...

Samusocial forced to turn away homeless families and domestic violence victims

Brussels aid organisation Samusocial has said that it has had to turn away hundreds of families seeking shelter since the federal government enacted "the strictest asylum policy ever". The association has seen an increase in the number of requests for emergency accommodation for families since the...

Environmental permits sought for Brussels Airport expansion

Brussels Airport has applied for an environmental permit for its largest construction project in 30 years - an expansion worth €500 million. The airport presented the project in April under the name Hub 3.0. It includes an extension of the departure and arrival hall, the construction of a new...
Fondation A - photo Mireille Roobaert

What’s on this week: 12 to 18 September

Nine young South African photographers explore the complexities of their country’s main metropolis in What’s the Word? Johannesburg! The exhibition at Fondation A Stichting invites viewers to immerse themselves in the life of the multifaceted city. From the majorettes ( pictured ) in Alice Mann’s...

Large-scale police operation tackles corruption at Haren prison

A major operation aimed at tackling corruption at Haren prison has resulted in 12 arrests, including of prison guards. Justice minister Annelies Verlinden said that she wanted to step up the fight against drug networks in prisons with additional resources and a special security regime. Resources...

Speed cameras in Brussels capture increase in offences

The number of speeding offences recorded in Brussels rose to 540,000 in 2024, a 15% over the year before, new figures have revealed. The increase in Brussels is slightly lower than in Wallonia (18%), but higher than in Flanders (8.2%), Bruzz reports. The number of fines doubled in Molenbeek-Saint-...

L’Îlot Vert: A new home for expats in Brussels’ green Woluwe district

Looking for a place to call home in Brussels? For expats who want both comfort and convenience, L’Îlot Vert in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert offers a unique opportunity. This future-proof residential project combines energy efficiency, modern design and an international-friendly location, all in a calm and leafy neighbourhood.

Perfectly located for international professionals

Brussels is a hub for global talent, and location matters. L’Îlot Vert is ideally situated with quick connections to key expat destinations:

Gaza march draws more than 70,000 participants to Brussels

A march to draw attention to the situation in Gaza saw more than 70,000 participants in Brussels over the weekend, with protestors condemning "the complicity of institutions, states and companies in the crimes of the Israeli regime". The march started at Brussels North, where several speeches were...

Belgium gets first frites vending machine with 100% Belgian ingredients

Belgium's first frites vending machine is making its debut following its creation by a pair of entrepreneurs from Liège. While there are already such vending machines in Germany and Italy, this new one features 100% Belgian ingredients, from the cooking oil to the potatoes. The vending machine...

Heritage days in Belgium: Free open-door events and activities across the country

A highlight of the cultural season every autumn is the heritage days programme in each of Belgium’s three regions. This year, Wallonia, Flanders and Brussels serve up a feast of activities for the free Europe-wide initiative. Wallonia: Journées du Patrimoine - 13 & 14 September The Walloon...

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