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Belgium records 36% single-person households on 1 January 2025
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Belgium records 36% single-person households on 1 January 2025

In March 2026 the Centre for Population, Family and Health at the University of Antwerp presented … Belgium records 36% single-person households on 1 January 2025Read more

by Timothy•17 April 202616 April 2026•1
ANTWERP | Boekenberg swimming pond to extend weekend opening hours for better distribution on busy days
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ANTWERP | Boekenberg swimming pond to extend weekend opening hours for better distribution on busy days

The swimming pond in Boekenberg Park in the Antwerp district of Deurne will have extended opening … ANTWERP | Boekenberg swimming pond to extend weekend opening hours for better distribution on busy daysRead more

by Timothy•16 April 202615 April 2026•0
Single-person households on the rise across the EU
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Single-person households on the rise across the EU

In March 2026 the Centre for Population, Family and Health at the University of Antwerp presented … Single-person households on the rise across the EURead more

by Timothy•15 April 202614 April 2026•5
City of Brussels named European Capital of Democracy 2027
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City of Brussels named European Capital of Democracy 2027

The City of Brussels in Belgium has been selected as the European Capital of Democracy for … City of Brussels named European Capital of Democracy 2027Read more

by Timothy•8 April 20268 April 2026•1
Cautious recovery for Antwerp’s diamond trade amid structural challenges
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Cautious recovery for Antwerp’s diamond trade amid structural challenges

The diamond sector in Antwerp is showing the first signs of recovery after several difficult years. … Cautious recovery for Antwerp’s diamond trade amid structural challengesRead more

by Timothy•7 April 20266 April 2026•0
SUNDAY 26 APRIL | Heritage Day 2026 (Erfgoeddag) brings a touch of humour to Antwerp
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SUNDAY 26 APRIL | Heritage Day 2026 (Erfgoeddag) brings a touch of humour to Antwerp

On Sunday 26 April, more than 80 organisations, museums and heritage institutions across Antwerp will join … SUNDAY 26 APRIL | Heritage Day 2026 (Erfgoeddag) brings a touch of humour to AntwerpRead more

by Timothy•3 April 20262 April 2026•3
Over 90% of Airbnb listings in Brussels operate illegally as pressure mounts on city and sector
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Over 90% of Airbnb listings in Brussels operate illegally as pressure mounts on city and sector

More than 90% of properties rented via Airbnb in the Brussels-Capital Region are not properly registered, … Over 90% of Airbnb listings in Brussels operate illegally as pressure mounts on city and sectorRead more

by Timothy•1 April 20261 April 2026•4
Brussels Pride escapes cancellation by Visit.brussels, BD Comic Strip Festival and I Love Science cut
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Brussels Pride escapes cancellation by Visit.brussels, BD Comic Strip Festival and I Love Science cut

The 2026 edition of the BD Comic Strip Festival in Brussels has been cancelled following significant … Brussels Pride escapes cancellation by Visit.brussels, BD Comic Strip Festival and I Love Science cutRead more

by Timothy•31 March 202631 March 2026•4
2026 Tour of Flanders (Ronde van Vlaanderen) starts in Antwerp, on Easter Sunday 5 April
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2026 Tour of Flanders (Ronde van Vlaanderen) starts in Antwerp, on Easter Sunday 5 April

The 110th edition of the Tour of Flanders or Ronde van Vlaanderen starts in Antwerp, after … 2026 Tour of Flanders (Ronde van Vlaanderen) starts in Antwerp, on Easter Sunday 5 AprilRead more

by Timothy•31 March 202630 March 2026•10
Belgium plans stricter rules for e-scooters and e-bikes after surge in accidents
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Belgium plans stricter rules for e-scooters and e-bikes after surge in accidents

The federal government is preparing a new set of measures to improve the safety of electric … Belgium plans stricter rules for e-scooters and e-bikes after surge in accidentsRead more

by Timothy•31 March 202630 March 2026•2

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  7. Timothy on European Sleeper adds Aulnoye-Aymeries, Mons, and Liège-Guillemins to Paris-Brussels-Berlin night train service20 April 2026

    Two recent analyses, one by independent rail commentator Jon Worth, the other by Nico Callens on the website Duurzaam Mobiel…

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    Two recent analyses, one by independent rail commentator Jon Worth, the other by Nico Callens on the website Duurzaam Mobiel…

  9. Timothy on RAIL BALTICA | Elron, Vivi, and LTG Link launch joint tender for regional trains20 April 2026

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  10. Timothy on European Sleeper sets out vision for 40-route night train network across Europe, including London20 April 2026

    Two recent analyses, one by independent rail commentator Jon Worth, the other by Nico Callens on the website Duurzaam Mobiel…

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