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An example of the sticker used on graffiti in Santiago, Chile (Instagram)

Testicular cancer campaign hijacks graffiti to deliver health message

An original marketing campaign has hijacked the penis graffiti that is prevalent in streets all across the world to raise awareness of testicular cancer among men. Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men between the ages of 15 and 35, it kills a hundred people a year worldwide and, most...

Air quality study shows poorer neighbourhoods suffer the most

The experts have had their say on the CurieuzenAir study on air quality in the Brussels region, with most saying that the city is "on the right track, but we're not there yet." Now it is the turn of the politicians to suggest what action needs to be taken. The map of the CurieuzenAir study, which...
Memorial of site of carnival crash at Strépy, La Louvière

Investigation continues into two cousins arrested after deadly carnival crash

The two occupants of the car that ploughed into a large crowd of carnival revellers in Strépy-Bracquegnies on Sunday, killing six and injuring dozens, were both charged on Monday evening. The driver Paolo F was charged with manslaughter, while the passenger, his cousin Nino F, was charged with...

Jazz Cafè: Sax-piano duo, Thékal & Fiorini

Our great jazz night features a duo of explosive high performers tonight. Eclectic French saxofonist Vincent Thekal joins renowned pianist Fabian Fiorini, who not only performs and improvises the most difficult classical pieces but also writes the most layered jazz compositions.

On the menu tonight: a revisitation of American jazz pianist Thelonious Monk's oeuvre and his colossal musical legacy, with a pinch of humour and swing. 

Book Club: The School For Good Mothers

“It was so captivating, thought-provoking and beautifully written, everything I tried to pick up next paled in comparison...” - The TODAY Show

Our pick of the month of May, The School For Good Mothers, is an explosive, gripping and infuriatingly timely novel about love and the pressures of perfectionism, parenthood and privilege.

Ukraine Benefit Concert: Gliere, Prokofiev, Klouda

Discover the magic of Chamber Music in an inspiring setting, and support the fundraising appeal to help Ukrainian refugees. 

Tatiana Koichurenko and Alexandra Raikhlina, both amazing solo violinists with national orchestras, became friends as music students. Now their home countries are at war. This concert is testimony to friendship and musical accomplishment. Their passionate performance features pieces by composers Gliere, Prokofiev and Klouda. 

Why War Has Come

Is war the inevitable outcome? 
Putin’s war on Ukraine has brought armed conflict in the spotlight. Was this bound to happen? Could it have been avoided? A few years back, politologist Koert Debeuf, already argued that the present geopolitical landscape - with its continuing deterioration of democracy and globalisation on a wide scale - would inescapably lead to war.

Dynamic Sunday Yoga

Book your monthly dynamic yoga session with Full Circle in-house instructor, Emily. Inspired by BKS Iyengar's yoga tradition, she will guide you through an energising hour whether you are fit or less so, young or senior, a beginner or a pro.
Please bring your own mat. Other materials will be provided.

Session in English / français / svenska

Shortages and severe price hikes to hit Belgian supermarkets

Industry experts warn that empty shelves and 20% price increases could become the norm in Belgian supermarkets over the next few weeks. The shortages and price hikes are a consequence of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Le Soir reports, exacerbated by skyrocketing energy prices and the lasting...
Rosa Rademakers - photo UAntwerpen - Jasper Léonard

Antwerp scientist wins €1m Generet Prize

Antwerp geneticist Rosa Rademakers is the winner of the prestigious Generet Prize for Rare Diseases. At 43, she’s the youngest recipient of the €1 million award, managed by the philanthropic King Baudouin Foundation . After 14 years at the Mayo Clinic in the US – she was its youngest-ever professor...

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