A scooter user is in critical condition after colliding with a De Lijn bus on Place Charles Rogier in central Brussels. The accident took place at about 12.20 on Tuesday, according to the Brussels-North police zone. “Our teams were called to a traffic accident at Place Charles Rogier involving a...

A newcomer to the Brussels dining scene has claimed this year’s award for best shrimp croquette, dethroning previous favourites such as Fernand Obb Delicatessen and marking a surprise victory in one of the capital’s most beloved culinary competitions. Journal, located on Avenue Orban in Woluwe-...

Telecoms operator Proximus is planning to slash 1,200 full-time jobs between now and 2030, according to the company’s new strategic plans. There is no redundancy plan yet in place, but Proximus plans to only partially replace people who leave their jobs or retire. The company, which is majority-...

Vogelbescherming Vlaanderen (Bird Protection Flanders) is concerned about a large-scale event scheduled to take place in Bois de la Cambre on 24 May, which is in the middle of the breeding season. The organisation is worried that the event will have a negative impact on fauna and biodiversity,...

A Brussels-based techno DJ has been named as part of wider claims of alleged sexual misconduct involving several high-profile DJs in the electronic music scene. DJ Odymel has responded to the allegations, stating that he was sleepwalking at the time of the alleged incident. The accusations, which...

The emergence of new sectarian and cult trends in Belgium includes virtual, social media and health-related platforms, according to the latest report by the Centre of study and advice on harmful sectarian organisations (CIAOSN). The findings have been published in its latest activity report, 2024-...

Brussels' historic nightclub Fuse has introduced a no-phone policy on the dancefloor, joining other venues in Brussels seeking to limit smartphone use during club nights. The initiative, which follows similar measures at clubs such as C12 and UMI, aims to encourage visitors to disconnect from their...

After more than 25 years in business, the Aspria group is changing ownership via an acquisition by David Lloyd Clubs, headquartered in London. “The combination of these two companies creates a tremendous opportunity to generate significant synergies, build a strong long-term platform and leverage...

A public tender has been launched for a contract for the redevelopment of Cinquantenaire park, including the renovation of the sports grounds and footpaths. Though less funding will be allocated to the renovation works than initially planned, the aim remains to ensure that the park is ready to...

The latest five-star hotel to land in Belgium is a stylish contemporary retreat on the outskirts of the capital that oozes Scandinavian sophistication. While billed as a golfside hotel due to its neighbouring prime 18-hole course, The Radisson Collection The National Hotel Brussels in Sterrebeek...