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Antwerp diamond trade rebounds amid reforms and geopolitical shifts
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Antwerp diamond trade rebounds amid reforms and geopolitical shifts

Antwerp’s diamond sector has recorded a notable recovery in early 2026, with trading volumes rising by … Antwerp diamond trade rebounds amid reforms and geopolitical shiftsRead more

by Timothy•26 April 202624 April 2026•14
Belgium to scrap mandatory shop closing day and extend opening hours
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Belgium to scrap mandatory shop closing day and extend opening hours

Belgium is set to significantly relax its retail trading rules, with shops soon allowed to stay … Belgium to scrap mandatory shop closing day and extend opening hoursRead more

by Timothy•25 April 202625 April 2026•3
Leuven wins silver at European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards 2026
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Leuven wins silver at European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards 2026

The city of Leuven (Louvain) in Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium received a silver award at the … Leuven wins silver at European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards 2026Read more

by Timothy•24 April 202623 April 2026•19
Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chains
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Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chains

The world’s largest condom manufacturer, Malaysia’s Karex Bhd, has announced plans to increase prices by 20% … Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chainsRead more

by Timothy•23 April 202623 April 2026•24
Belgium launches campaign to boost emergency preparedness
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Belgium launches campaign to boost emergency preparedness

The Belgian Government has launched a nationwide campaign urging citizens to be better prepared for emergencies, … Belgium launches campaign to boost emergency preparednessRead more

by Timothy•21 April 202621 April 2026•9
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•105
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•2
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•38
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 202622 April 2026•8
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•6

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