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Brussels region wants EU institutions to help pay for Schuman redesign

Brussels' caretaker government has requested funding from the European Commission - and other European institutions - for the redevelopment of Schuman roundabout in a letter addressed to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, among others. The major renovation project, which is being...

Anti-SUV protestors deflate tyres in Watermael-Boitsfort

Climate activists protesting against large cars in the city are deflating the tyres of SUVs in Watermael-Boitsfort. Several owners of larger cars found notes on their cars in recent days explaining that their tyres were deflated as a statement against the harm these types of vehicles cause. “SUVs...

800 police officers involved in major operation in Peterbos district

About 800 police officers participated in an operation against drug trafficking in the Peterbos neighbourhood in Anderlecht on Thursday, resulting in several arrests. The operation was led by the Brussels public prosecutor's office, Bruzz reports, using federal police, federal judicial police and...

Officer who fatally struck boy with police car arrested

The police officer behind the wheel of the patrol car that struck and killed an 11-year-old boy in the Brussels neighbourhood of Ganshoren has been placed under house arrest for charges involving malicious obstruction of traffic resulting in death. Committee P, the police oversight body, has been...

Brussels’ Art & History Museum unveils Art Nouveau and Art Deco splendours

New galleries finally open to the public as a showcase of Belgium’s decorative arts heritage. The Cinquantenaire museum boasts two lofty airy spaces, one dedicated to 19th century movements, the other to Art Nouveau and Art Deco. A treasure trove of exceptional artworks awaits visitors at the...

Bach Concert - Minimes Cantat

Submitted by AndreaWL on Thu, 06/12/2025 - 12:41

For the Visitation of Mary, we visit her in four highly contrasting works:  an early German motet, a rare piece for women’s voices by Verdi, a short cantata by a close friend of Bach, and a splendid cantata by the Cantor himself.  Join us for this closing concert of our season!

What’s on this week: 13 to 19 June

What does together mean?/’Ensemble c’est quoi’ is the theme of this year’s enchanting Park Poétik . Myriad family friendly events, from poetry, spectacles, music and local radio, to guided walks, street theatre and workshops are staged in parks, streets and gardens all around Saint-Gilles and...

Eurostar plans direct train from Brussels to Geneva

Eurostar has announced plans for three new direct routes starting in 2030, including one from Brussels to Geneva. The other two routes planned are London to Frankfurt and from London to Geneva. The direct connection between London, Rotterdam and Amsterdam will also be strengthened as early as this...

Proximus successfully sues Digi over fibre optic rollout

A Brussels court has convicted new telecoms operator Digi for failing to comply with certain safety regulations and urban planning permits in the rollout of its fibre optic network in Brussels. The lawsuit against the new company, brought by competitor Proximus, originated from signage for...

City of Brussels launches first edition of outdoor summer event on the canal from 3 to 13 July

Quai des Peniches in Brussels’ Kanal District hosts the first edition of a new open-air event from 3 to 13 July. It is aimed at offering city dwellers a summer staycation with an urban oasis vibe.

The programme for Quai d’Été was unveiled by the City of Brussels this week. All of the quayside activities are free; focusing on "sports and relaxation to offer visitors plenty of opportunities to play, dance and relax”.

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