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Illustration picture shows a 24 hour speed control action of BIVV-IBSR (Belgian institute for road safety) and federal and local police. (BELGA PHOTO VIRGINIE LEFOUR)

Belgian drivers rate poorly in new European study on road behaviour

More than eight out of 10 Belgian drivers admit to intentionally breaking traffic rules, making Belgium the worst of the 11 European countries in a new study released by the Vinci Highways Foundation, the Vias Institute revealed on Wednesday. One-sixth of the drivers surveyed also said they "are no...

EFI Brussels: A school focused on bilingualism and academic excellence

The French International School of Brussels (EFI Brussels) offers a 21st-century education combining excellence, international openness, and self-fulfilment. We are taking enrolments for the 2021-22 academic year and welcome all interested parents for an individual talk on Open Door Day on 29 May.

Brussels approves major development plan for South Station area

The Brussels regional government has approved the PAD Midi renewal development project, which will transform the area around South Station. Plans include a pedestrian zone that runs from the Esplanade de l’Europe at the north end of the station all the way to Rue des Deux Gares in Anderlecht. The...

What’s on this week: 14-20 May

Religious iconography became hip a couple of decades ago – think kitschy prayer candles and cheap picture frames with halo-topped saints. The exhibition Icons at Villa Empain has plenty to offer for fans of the genre while exploring how iconography has inspired both believers and artists for...
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: Illustration shows the logo of Uber on a smart phone (BELGA PHOTO NICOLAS MAETERLINCK)

New chapter in Brussels taxi war looms as government blamed for inaction

A new episode in the war between taxis and the Uber and Heetch platforms has begun after the Brussels taxi federation claimed the judgments that make these platforms illegal have not been enforced. The federation has therefore decided to send a formal notice to the Brussels government. In 2018, the...
The memorial wall at the Maelbeek Metro station in Brussels, one of the scenes of the March 2016 terror attacks (BELGA PHOTO)

Victims of 2016 terror attacks take Belgian state to court

The case against the Belgian state brought by nine victims of the terror attack on Brussels Airport in March 2016 will go to trial on 8 September, the French-speaking Court of First Instance declared this week. The nine victims, represented by lawyer, Nic Reynaert – himself a victim of the 22 March...

Belgium sets out 'summer plan' to ease coronavirus measures from 9 June

Belgium has announced plans for a major easing of its coronavirus restrictions, starting on Wednesday 9 June with the reopening of cinemas, theatres, gyms and indoor cafes and restaurants. The coronavirus consultative committee met on Tuesday to agree on a broad plan for the summer months,...

Second trial of doctor in euthanasia case begins

Physician Joris Van Hove of East Flanders begins his second trial today in the Tine Nys euthanasia case. The civil proceedings follow last year’s trial of three doctors, including Van Hove ( pictured, centre ), all of whom were acquitted of murder in a case that dominated headlines in Belgium and...

Aurélie Dorzée & Tom Theuns

Submitted by muziekpublique on Tue, 05/11/2021 - 12:54

Aurélie Dorzée and Tom Theuns have written some of the finest pages in the history of Belgian folk music thanks to their participation in Panta Rhei, Trio Trad and Ambrozijn, to name but three. Their duo ‘Aurelia’ also gave a fine breath of wind to their career, which has always been marked by creativity and surprises.

After cancelled edition, Flower Carpet to return this summer

Brussels Flower Carpet will return to the Grand Place this August after being cancelled last year due to the coronavirus crisis. Details have yet to be released on the artist or the design for this year. The Flower Carpet is a biennial event that sees the surface of the Grand Place covered with a...

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