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
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Belgium delays biometric registration for non-EU travellers under the European Entry/Exit System (EES)
Belgium has postponed the registration of biometric data – including fingerprints and facial scans – for … Belgium delays biometric registration for non-EU travellers under the European Entry/Exit System (EES)Read more
REVIEW | ‘The Antwerp Six’ exhibition at the Antwerp fashion museum MoMu
Forty years after their breakthrough in London in 1986, an exuberant exhibition dedicated to the Antwerp … REVIEW | ‘The Antwerp Six’ exhibition at the Antwerp fashion museum MoMuRead more
Pink Screens turns 25: Brussels’ queer film festival celebrates with screenings and parties
Brussels’ long-running queer film platform Genres d’à côté is marking the 25th anniversary of its Pink … Pink Screens turns 25: Brussels’ queer film festival celebrates with screenings and partiesRead more
“I am dehumanised”: new single ‘Mermaid’ exposes the pain of trans existence
On 31 March, Transgender Day of Visibility (#TDOV), Belgian artist Fallenium releases the new single ‘Mermaid‘. … “I am dehumanised”: new single ‘Mermaid’ exposes the pain of trans existenceRead more
European Sleeper sets out vision for 40-route night train network across Europe, including London
European night train operator European Sleeper is aiming to build a vast network of overnight rail … European Sleeper sets out vision for 40-route night train network across Europe, including LondonRead more
Antwerp holds on to ‘Diamond City’ image
Even as Antwerp’s diamond trade suffers one of the most severe downturns in its modern history, … Antwerp holds on to ‘Diamond City’ imageRead more
BELGIUM | Overtourism was already an issue… in 1926
Complaints about overcrowding, disruptive visitors and pressure on cities may feel like a distinctly modern problem, … BELGIUM | Overtourism was already an issue… in 1926Read more
Brussels to host five-day Various Voices 2026 queer choral festival, from 24 to 28 June
Brussels will host the international LGBTQIA+ choral festival Various Voices from 24 to 28 June 2026, … Brussels to host five-day Various Voices 2026 queer choral festival, from 24 to 28 JuneRead more
BELGIUM | Steam Train Festival returns to Maldegem on 2 & 3 May 2026 with anniversary celebrations and restored railway link
The annual Steam Train Festival in Maldegem in East Flanders by Stoomtrein Maldegem-Eeklo is fast approaching, … BELGIUM | Steam Train Festival returns to Maldegem on 2 & 3 May 2026 with anniversary celebrations and restored railway linkRead more