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Illustration picture shows a protest action of the Critical Mass movement, urging for better bicycle infrastructure, Friday 28 May 2021 in the city centre of Brussels. (BELGA PHOTO NICOLAS MAETERLINCK)

Cyclist assaulted during Critical Mass rally in Brussels

A cyclist was assaulted during the latest Critical Mass cycling rally on Friday, according to a report in La Dernière Heure newspaper which was later confirmed by Brussels-Ixelles police. The cyclist was attacked by three people who got out of a car. He received several blows to the head. Another...
Illustration shows the 'European Manifestation for Freedom' who decided to go from the Bois de La Cambre - Ter Kamerenbos, to Schuman and European neighbourhood in Brussels, Saturday 29 May 2021. (BELGA PHOTO HATIM KAGHAT)

Hundreds gather for unauthorised protests in Bois de la Cambre

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered without official permission at the Bois de la Cambre before marching towards the European quarter on Saturday. Nine demonstrations had been announced for this weekend in Brussels but only one had received authorisation, namely the gathering in the city centre of...

The picnic that changed Brussels: How a Bulletin campaign 50 years ago helped pedestrianise the Grand Place

The Grand Place, that beautiful square that we all know in the centre of Brussels, has served many functions throughout the years. Its buildings date from the 17th century. It was bombarded in 1695, set on fire, and rebuilt, and its town hall was used as a hospital in the first world war. After all...

Vardan Hovanissian & Emre Gültekin | Baul Meets Saz (Armenie/India/Turkey)

Submitted by muziekpublique on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 18:49

Vardan Hovanissian and Emre Gültekin symbolize reconciliation between peoples through the melancholy but hopeful sounds of Armenian duduk and saz, Turkey’s iconic instrument. From their friendship that crosses borders, they build bridges between traditions and instruments, styles of play and languages that differ, and show how rewarding it can be to live together even when everything separates us. They draw on a rich repertoire of traditional songs as well as new compositions that do not hesitate to address contemporary themes such as the plight of refugees.

Chiharu Shiota, Living Inside

Submitted by Galerie Daniel ... on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 16:26

Like many artists confronted to the global lockdown, Chiharu Shiota has found her thoughts turning to domestic spaces and the family cocoon. Living Inside features a group of new works, both intimate and delicate, exploring the notion of home and the fragmentation of our daily reality.

 

Nothing but sun: Spring comes to Belgium as temps rise above 20°C

Pull out those shades, the sun is coming out. With summer around the corner, Belgium has decided to offer up a little spring, with temperatures creeping above the 20°C mark on Sunday. It will also – miracle of miracles – not rain. In fact it isn’t going to rain for the next two weeks, with...

Balcony bash: Brussels Jazz Weekend finds clever way to play

Jazz bands will take to some of Brussels’ most beautiful balconies this weekend for the fourth edition of Brussels Jazz Weekend. Every municipality will host a free balcony concert over the two days, and bike routes lead visitors to every one of them. The event usually sees 300,000 people...

Relay For Life Walk against Cancer

Submitted by mcwalravens on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 09:42

Join us for our Relay For Life Walk against Cancer on June 19th in and around Waterloo. We bring together the international community who'd love to walk while supporting the fight against cancer. You will have the choice of three distances: 4 km (accessible), 7 km and 9 km in the Waterloo area.

What’s on this week: 28 May to 3 June

One of Europe’s biggest art markets, Art Brussels, has postponed its normal April run to June and spread itself across the country – and the world – for Art Brussels Week . The galleries that would normally descend on Tour & Taxis for the massive event are staying put, opening their doors to...

Pudgy pets welcome at first weight-loss clinic for animals in Belgium

Does your chihuahua look more like a bulldog? Is your Persian made of much, much more than fur? Well, if you are concerned about the weight of your four-footed friend, we have good news for you. The first weight-loss clinic in Belgium specifically for animals has opened in Ghent. It is a new...

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