A new online platform from Ghent University (UGent) allows people to explore the origins and meanings … New Namenloket lets Flemings trace the origins of their surnamesRead more
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Antwerp launches gender equality action plan for youth workers
The City of Antwerp is launching a free support programme to help youth workers address questions … Antwerp launches gender equality action plan for youth workersRead more
Flanders tightens rules for Airbnb as government targets illegal rentals and criminal abuse
The Flemish Government has approved a sweeping overhaul of the rules governing short-term holiday rentals, introducing … Flanders tightens rules for Airbnb as government targets illegal rentals and criminal abuseRead more
Antwerp November Book Month returns with more than 100 activities
Antwerp’s November Book Month returns with more than 100 activities celebrating books, storytelling and reading across … Antwerp November Book Month returns with more than 100 activitiesRead more
Antwerp Ring vision approved as Oosterweel project reaches new milestone
Antwerp’s long-term plans for the southern section of the Ring (Ring Road) have been approved, marking … Antwerp Ring vision approved as Oosterweel project reaches new milestoneRead more
Flanders launches accessible selfie spots for blind and partially sighted visitors
Flanders is introducing 50 specially designed selfie spots at 24 tourist locations, allowing blind and partially … Flanders launches accessible selfie spots for blind and partially sighted visitorsRead more
13-29 NOVEMBER 2026 | WOEKER brings trans and gender-diverse art and activism to Antwerp, Ghent, Leuven, Hasselt, and Bruges
A new arts and activism platform will put trans and gender-diverse artists in the spotlight across … 13-29 NOVEMBER 2026 | WOEKER brings trans and gender-diverse art and activism to Antwerp, Ghent, Leuven, Hasselt, and BrugesRead more
FLANDERS | Heterosexual swinging clubs are disappearing, and the gay cruising scene is changing too
Rising costs, changing nightlife habits, private parties and dating apps are reshaping the world of sexual … FLANDERS | Heterosexual swinging clubs are disappearing, and the gay cruising scene is changing tooRead more
Tesla’s self-driving cars crash less in Belgium, but fail the test on bike streets and 30 km/h zones
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system has been involved in remarkably few reported crashes during its first months … Tesla’s self-driving cars crash less in Belgium, but fail the test on bike streets and 30 km/h zonesRead more
BELGIUM | Çavaria to join trial over alleged plot to attack Leuven Pride
Belgian LGBTQIA+ umbrella organisation çavaria will join the criminal proceedings as a civil party in the … BELGIUM | Çavaria to join trial over alleged plot to attack Leuven PrideRead more