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Fire in the High Fens: Perimeter of blaze now under control, King Baudouin Foundation launches solidarity fund

The entire perimeter of the wildfire raging in the High Fens nature reserve since Friday is now under control by firefighters, reports RTBF. The blaze that destroyed around 3,000 hectares of vegetation could now be attacked from all sides, explained Didier Berghmans of the Vesdre, Hoëgne and...

Take 9: Brussels International Film Festival set for September

Traditionally held in June, the Brussels International Film Festival (BRIFF) is now set to kick off the autumn film festival season with nine days of cinema, competitions and classes from 4 to 12 September. The film extravaganza features previews, Belgian and international films, retrospectives,...

Guided interior visit: MIX

Submitted by Korei on Wed, 08/19/2026 - 16:13

Transition of young heritage

Guided interior visit: Maison Roosenboom

Submitted by Korei on Wed, 08/19/2026 - 16:09

Reborn Floral Art Nouveau Jewel

On Faider Street in Brussels–Ixelles stands a remarkable building from a time when art and architecture merged into enchanting creations: Maison Roosenboom. Designed in 1900 by painter-architect Albert Roosenboom, this house represents a highlight of Brussels Art Nouveau, alongside icons such as the Horta Museum and Maison Hannon.

Guided interior visit: Flagey

Submitted by Korei on Wed, 08/19/2026 - 16:06

Architecture and acoustics in harmony

The iconic radio building on the always bustling Flagey Square was constructed between 1935 and 1938 as a progressive "sound factory" for the National Institute for Radio Broadcasting. Architect Joseph Diongre gave the complex its characteristic shape of a stately packet boat, a concept that made an international impression with its innovative architecture, exceptional functionality, and groundbreaking acoustics.

Slow down and reconnect: Forest bathing in the Tervuren Arboretum

We are living through uncertain times. I’ve often found that in the midst of the overwhelm - the haste - the simple act of being in nature brings me back to myself and makes me feel alive again. It turns out, there’s a simple biological explanation for that. Spending time in and connecting with...

Virgin Trains closer to launching European service

Virgin Trains is making headway with its plans to run 20 trains a day between London and Brussels, Paris and Amsterdam, bringing the railway company closer to its goal of launching European services by 2030. The UK rail regulator (ORR) has granted Virgin Trains permission to use the high-speed line...

Brussels remains on drought alert

Brussels remains on drought alert despite forecast showers, as the rain was "not sufficient to normalise the situation", according to the Regional Drought Task Force. Various stakeholders met on Monday, including those involved in water management (Vivaqua, the Port of Brussels and Brussels...

Cinema Trottoir back on big screen in Molenbeek

Brussels is big on seasonal open air screenings and now Molenbeek is taking centre stage with Cinema Trottoir . This annual film festival located almost next door to Recyclart is organised by Cinemaximiliaan, a platform uniting newcomers and Brussels residents around film. Screenings – all made by...

Brussels Airlines expands its network to arctic region in Norway and Finland this winter

Brussels Airlines has announced new flights to Evenes (Norway) and Kemi and Kittilä (Finland) as part of its winter timetable. Flights to Kittilä will be offered three times per week between 10 December and 27 March, while flights to Kemi are available twice a week between 25 December and 10 March...

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