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PHOTOS | NMBS / SNCB Historic Train now at Antwerp-Central Railway Station
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PHOTOS | NMBS / SNCB Historic Train now at Antwerp-Central Railway Station

Today and tomorrow, 10 and 11 October 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00 you can go take … PHOTOS | NMBS / SNCB Historic Train now at Antwerp-Central Railway StationRead more

by Timothy•10 October 202610 October 2026•6
TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellers
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TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellers

The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellersRead more

by Timothy•10 October 202610 October 2026•8
CURAÇAO | Sustained tourism growth as international demand diversifies
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CURAÇAO | Sustained tourism growth as international demand diversifies

Tourism in Curaçao has entered a period of sustained growth, with rising visitor numbers, a broadening … CURAÇAO | Sustained tourism growth as international demand diversifiesRead more

by Timothy•10 October 20269 October 2026•10
NMBS / SNCB rejects access gates at major stations despite rising staff assaults
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NMBS / SNCB rejects access gates at major stations despite rising staff assaults

Belgian rail operator NMBS / SNCB says costs, station layouts and uncertain safety benefits of access … NMBS / SNCB rejects access gates at major stations despite rising staff assaultsRead more

by Timothy•9 October 20269 October 2026•2
Belgium warns of growing digital sexual violence as deepnudes become easier to create
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Belgium warns of growing digital sexual violence as deepnudes become easier to create

Belgium has launched a new campaign against digital sexual violence, highlighting the growing problem of intimate … Belgium warns of growing digital sexual violence as deepnudes become easier to createRead more

by Timothy•9 October 20269 October 2026•1
NETHERLANDS | The Hague pushes for direct Brussels train from 2029 with formal manifesto
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NETHERLANDS | The Hague pushes for direct Brussels train from 2029 with formal manifesto

The Municipality of The Hague in South Holland is stepping up its campaign for a direct … NETHERLANDS | The Hague pushes for direct Brussels train from 2029 with formal manifestoRead more

by Timothy•8 October 20268 October 2026•15
ANTWERP | M HKA contemporary art museum one year on: audience remains as museum sets new course
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ANTWERP | M HKA contemporary art museum one year on: audience remains as museum sets new course

One year after the decision to scrap plans for a new building, Antwerp’s contemporary art museum … ANTWERP | M HKA contemporary art museum one year on: audience remains as museum sets new courseRead more

by Timothy•7 October 20266 October 2026•3
TURNHOUT | First Love Out Loud festival leaves organisers with €10,000 loss
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TURNHOUT | First Love Out Loud festival leaves organisers with €10,000 loss

The first Pride festival in the Kempen (Campine) region has left its organisers facing a financial … TURNHOUT | First Love Out Loud festival leaves organisers with €10,000 lossRead more

by Timothy•6 October 20263 October 2026•5
SAINT-GHISLAIN | Former railway ticket office gets new life as Chemins du Rail base
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SAINT-GHISLAIN | Former railway ticket office gets new life as Chemins du Rail base

A former railway ticket office at Saint-Ghislain Railway Station has found a new purpose as the … SAINT-GHISLAIN | Former railway ticket office gets new life as Chemins du Rail baseRead more

by Timothy•5 October 20263 October 2026•0
BELGIUM | Population tripled since 1830 independence as migration becomes the main driver of growth
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BELGIUM | Population tripled since 1830 independence as migration becomes the main driver of growth

On 4 October 1830, Belgium declared its independence. The Netherlands recognized the situation on 19 April … BELGIUM | Population tripled since 1830 independence as migration becomes the main driver of growthRead more

by Timothy•4 October 20263 October 2026•0

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