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Bpost announces end of paper 'delivery not possible' notes

From September 2024, Belgium’s postal operator Bpost will no longer leave strips of paper in a letterbox to say they could not deliver a parcel or registered letter. The news followed a successful pilot scheme where instead of just dropping a note in the box, if a postal worker could not fulfil a...

Brussels proposes new developments for Rue Belliard to help cyclists

Brussels is aiming to improve conditions for cycling on the quasi-motorway that is Rue Belliard in the heart of the city's EU district. For now, the bike paths are still separated from the road by temporary concrete blocks, but the region wants to replace these with more permanent infrastructure...

The British Junior Academy of Brussels invites prospective families to its Open Day on 20 March

The British Junior Academy of Brussels (BJAB) welcomes parents and students to explore the Etterbeek school at its Open Day on Wednesday, 20th March. 

“This is an excellent opportunity to discover what we have to offer from Early Years to Year 10,” says BJAB, which is located in the Montgomery area. The event will provide insights into the curriculum and extracurricular activities, as well as the school's ethos.

More than 15% of trains delayed or cancelled in last six months

Belgian train punctuality in February was higher this year than last year, but the six-month trend shows that more than 15% of trains were at least six minutes late or cancelled, according to rail infrastructure manager Infrabel. Punctuality stood at 88.2% compared with 86.2% in February 2023, but...

Second phase of work on Leonard tunnel starts

The second phase of the renovation of the Leonard tunnel in Tervuren is set to begin on 18 March, with its reopening projected for early 2025. Construction will begin with renovations of the side walls of the entrances and the steel supports of the E411 tunnel and the two Brussels ring road runnels...

Renovation planned for Brussels' Porte de Hal

Brussels' Porte de Hal is next in line for a renovation, with the city's building authority hoping to see a new roof and a full restoration of the woodwork on the exterior. The aim is to address stability issues, prevent water seepage, and ensure safety, especially considering the poor condition of...
Koekelberg Basilica

Pope Francis to visit Brussels’ Koekelberg Basilica in September “if health allows”

Pope Francis is expected to visit Koekelberg Basilica in Brussels at the end of September “if his health allows", according to the national church, reports RTBF/Belga. While the precise date of the visit has yet to be set, the basilica’s general director Martine Motteux-Abeloos said it will...
Dalva film - award winner at Magritte film awards 2024

Magritte Awards: Debut feature ‘Dalva’ triumphs at Belgian cinema ceremony

Winning a total of seven awards, Dalva by Belgian filmmaker Emmanuelle Nicot swept the prize ceremony of the Magritte Awards 2024 for francophone films. Picking up best film, first film, director, promising female actor, female supporting role, scenario and sound, it was a triumphant evening for...
International Ocean Film Tour 2024 Belgium

International Ocean Film Tour comes to Brussels on 27 March

Enjoy an evening of adventure, action, ocean life as the International Ocean Film Tour rolls into Belgium from 25 to 27 March. On the programme for the 10th edition are the latest and best feature and short movies inspired by a deep love and respect for the sea. The five films being screened are...

Alexander Bennett & Andrea Hubert

Submitted by xaros on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 15:44

Alexander Bennett has been taking the UK circuit by storm in the past couple of years. He will perform in Brussels for the first time, together with Andrea Hubert.

Alexander Bennett’s comedy has been variously described as dark, silly, filthy and thoughtful. He has filmed several stand up specials, created the cult hit comedy game show Hell To Play and recently started his new high-concept podcast Born Yesterday with comedian Andy Barr, which has already had guests including Jordan Gray, Phil Wang and Eshaan Akbar.

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