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Brussels wants to recruit 8,000 construction workers

Brussels construction sector organisation Construcity is aiming to create 8,000 additional construction jobs in the Belgian capital. The organisation, which promotes durable renovation work, said that this is essential to meet city residents’ increasing demand to renovate their properties in the...

Liège to ban sales of animals in markets

From 1 January 2024, it will no longer be possible to buy birds, rabbits or even guinea pigs from Liège street markets. Previously, the ban only applied to dogs and cats, and rows of people selling chickens was a common sight. Wallonia’s largest city has followed the example of other municipalities...

Shape headquarters near Mons to get major facelift

Shape – the military headquarters of the Nato's Allied Command Operations (ACO), which manages all NATO’s operations worldwide – is soon to get a brand new headquarters, following a public inquiry that ended on 31 August. The project will construct new infrastructure such as car parks to...
Brussels' Bourse reopens to public

Brussels’ Bourse reopens in style with new temple to beer and rooftop bar among its attractions

The Bourse is back. Not only does the former stock exchange remain ‘the’ place for people to meet up, it now reveals all its inner glories. A grand public opening on 9 and 10 September is an opportunity to explore the iconic building with guided tours available. Built between 1868 and 1873 by...

Europe in Brussels: New platform seeks better cooperation between EU and Belgian authorities

A new “cooperation platform” has been set up to beef up collaboration between the EU and various Belgian state authorities. The "Europe in Brussels" platform seeks to ensure that the federal government and the Brussels-Capital Region “are on the same page” in their communications with both the EU...

Legalise cannabis, says Belgian deputy prime minister

Belgium’s deputy prime minister Pierre-Yves Dermagne (MR) is calling on the country to consider legalising cannabis. “It makes no sense to continue prosecuting, arresting and imprisoning people for matters relating to the use or sale of cannabis,” Dermagne said in an interview with L'Avenir. “We...

Stib places Toots Thielemans tribute at Lemonnier tram station

A gigantic work of art that pays tribute to jazz legend Toots Thielemans will make its home at the entrance to Lemonnier station in Brussels. Born in the Belgian capital, Thielemans was famous for playing the chromatic harmonica. The work of art pays homage to the elevation historians say he gave...
Brussels Beer Project Gueuze

Brussels Beer Project uncorks its first gueuze for 10th anniversary celebration

Known as the champagne of Brussels, the gueuze is an emblematic brew for the Belgian capital. Now Brussels Beer Project (BBP) is launching its first highly-distinctive lambic beer. While the Belgian capital boasted a wide variety of local gueuzes in the early 20th century, family-run Cantillon has...

What’s on this week: 8-14 September

The free BD Comic Strip Festival is a cheerful, colourful delight for fans of the ninth art. Giant balloons dot Gare Maritime, bobbing above exhibitions, signing sessions, markets, author talks, workshops and characters straight from your favourite local and international comics. While much...

Belgium Durga Puja 2023

Submitted by Sammelanibangla on Wed, 09/06/2023 - 16:31

Belgium Durga Puja is organized by Sammelani Bangla. Come and join us in celebrating Durga Puja also in the form of Navaratri and Dashera. Enjoy free vegetarian prasad everyday.

Durga Puja : The auspicious festival of Durga Puja is an annual five-day celebration which pays homage to the goddess Maa Durga. It celebrates the victory of good over evil as goddess Durga killed demon king Mahishasur. According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that the goddess visits her earthly abode during this time to bless her devotees.

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