Consumption of non-alcoholic beer rose by more than 30% in Belgium in 2025, according to the annual report by the Belgian Brewers’ Association (BBA), which some experts believe reflects a gradual "societal shift" in alcohol consumption. The rise in consumption of non-alcoholic beers comes amid what...

A large proportion of Belgian homes are not prepared for the periods of extreme heat that are now becoming commonplace, according to new research by the Belgian Green Building Council (BGBC). One in five homes could face overheating problems by 2039, defined by indoor temperatures exceeding 25°C...

The imminent arrival of pop idols BTS in Brussels has sparked an outpouring of activities for the first edition of Brussels x Seoul: Korean Culture & Stories . More than 30 locations in the capital adopt a Korean theme to promote the culture of the Asian country from 26 June to 2 July...

The Horta Museum pursues an original approach in showing how the two popular art movements were more of a continuity than a confrontation in its new exhibition Art Nouveau versus Art Deco? 1850–1950: A Century in 31 Seats . By focusing on the chair - an everyday object as well as an iconic piece of...

“I killed for pleasure, not for need…” was the “reason” given by Ukrainian serial killer Andrei Chikatilo for sexually assaulting, murdering and mutilating at least 52 women and children between 1978 and 1990. The ‘Rostov Ripper’ and 19 other killers’ stories feature in a first-of-its-kind...

Ireland takes over the presidency of the EU Council on 1 July, marking the occasion with a major cultural programme of Irish-focused arts activities across Belgium. Cultúr 2026: Sharing Ireland’s Culture offers more than 25 events that showcase the best of the country’s traditional and contemporary...

Belgium's capital boasts a new culinary hotspot thanks to the makeover of the city-centre heritage building, Les Halles Saint-Géry. Minutes from the Bourse, the site has long been known as a place in which to wander, see exhibitions, visit associations and have a drink inside or outside on its...

For its 35th edition, Couleur Café reiterates its message about “caring for both each other and the environment” as it stages three days of alternative music, from reggae, soul and hip hop to Latino, electronic and world music. Despite the searing temperatures, this is a festival with a chill...

RSC Anderlecht will no longer be allowed to bring away fans to matches at Union Saint Gilloise’s stadium next season, due to the damage caused by the club’s supporters at the King Baudouin Stadium following their defeat in the cup final on 14 May. Before, during and after the cup final, Anderlecht...

Belgium’s federal government is looking for investors for the 20% stake in Belfius bank that the state wishes to sell. The Federal Holding and Investment Company (SFPIM) issued the official call for investors after the decision was taken during the restricted ministerial committee meeting which...