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BOOK REVIEW | ‘Vanilla’ by Ype Driessen, daring to question the societal precedence of the romantic relationship
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BOOK REVIEW | ‘Vanilla’ by Ype Driessen, daring to question the societal precedence of the romantic relationship

In preparation for an interview for Antwerp Pride Magazine of Dutch author Ype Driessen (49), I … BOOK REVIEW | ‘Vanilla’ by Ype Driessen, daring to question the societal precedence of the romantic relationshipRead more

by Timothy•28 March 202628 March 2026•48
NETHERLANDS | Survey: it’s okay to be gay, less so to act gay
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NETHERLANDS | Survey: it’s okay to be gay, less so to act gay

A majority of young people in the Netherlands support equal rights for LGBTQ+ individuals, but a … NETHERLANDS | Survey: it’s okay to be gay, less so to act gayRead more

by Timothy•28 March 202626 March 2026•51
Brussels to host five-day Various Voices 2026 queer choral festival, from 24 to 28 June
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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

by Timothy•27 March 202627 March 2026•7
THE CRUISE 2027 | Barcelona – Villefranche-sur-Mer for Nice – Portofino – Naples – Malta – Palermo – Cagliari – Barcelona, from 15 to 24 July 2027
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THE CRUISE 2027 | Barcelona – Villefranche-sur-Mer for Nice – Portofino – Naples – Malta – Palermo – Cagliari – Barcelona, from 15 to 24 July 2027

The Cruise 2027, powered by gay circuit party La Démence from Brussels in Belgium, will return … THE CRUISE 2027 | Barcelona – Villefranche-sur-Mer for Nice – Portofino – Naples – Malta – Palermo – Cagliari – Barcelona, from 15 to 24 July 2027Read more

by Timothy•24 March 202624 March 2026•75
Single-positive novel ‘Tijd om te bloeien’ out now
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Single-positive novel ‘Tijd om te bloeien’ out now

“Today, Friday 20 March, I’m not only celebrating the start of spring, but also the release … Single-positive novel ‘Tijd om te bloeien’ out nowRead more

by Timothy•20 March 202620 March 2026•27
HOW TO | Solo in Tokyo, Japan
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HOW TO | Solo in Tokyo, Japan

Autumn 2025. We – Sam and Danny, Michel and Wille, and Timothy – are travelling to … HOW TO | Solo in Tokyo, JapanRead more

by Timothy•19 March 202619 March 2026•64
Nikita (25) from Halle publishes feminist and single-positive feelgood novel ‘Tijd om te bloeien’: “The story I wanted to read myself”
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Nikita (25) from Halle publishes feminist and single-positive feelgood novel ‘Tijd om te bloeien’: “The story I wanted to read myself”

With ‘Tijd om te bloeien‘ (‘Time to Bloom‘), Nikita aims to show that women’s lives are … Nikita (25) from Halle publishes feminist and single-positive feelgood novel ‘Tijd om te bloeien’: “The story I wanted to read myself”Read more

by Timothy•16 March 202628 March 2026•37
16 MAY 2026 | 30 years of Brussels Pride: “When times get darker, we shine brighter”
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16 MAY 2026 | 30 years of Brussels Pride: “When times get darker, we shine brighter”

Brussels Pride will return to Belgium‘s capital on Saturday 16 May 2026, celebrating its 30th anniversary … 16 MAY 2026 | 30 years of Brussels Pride: “When times get darker, we shine brighter”Read more

by Timothy•15 March 202614 March 2026•32
SPARTACUS GAY TRAVEL INDEX 2026 | Belgium among the world’s safest destinations
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SPARTACUS GAY TRAVEL INDEX 2026 | Belgium among the world’s safest destinations

Belgium has been ranked among the most LGBTQIA+-friendly destinations in the world in the Spartacus Gay … SPARTACUS GAY TRAVEL INDEX 2026 | Belgium among the world’s safest destinationsRead more

by Timothy•14 March 202613 March 2026•99
Senegal doubles prison sentences for gay sex amid rising homophobia
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Senegal doubles prison sentences for gay sex amid rising homophobia

Senegal’s parliament has unanimously approved a new law significantly strengthening penalties for same-sex relations, doubling prison … Senegal doubles prison sentences for gay sex amid rising homophobiaRead more

by Timothy•13 March 202613 March 2026•63

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  1. Timothy on ANTWERP | Circulation plan for Meirbrug with car-free Kammenstraat and Groenplaats approved4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  2. Timothy on ANTWERP | Alderman Ken Casier calls for more greenery on Operaplein: “though it will not be an easy task”4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  3. Timothy on ANTWERP | Renovation of Sint-Andries site begins: a new cultural and community hub for the neighbourhood4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  4. Timothy on ANTWERP | Construction begins on new Steenplein pontoon to meet rising water transport demand4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  5. Timothy on PHOTOS | Presenting Antwerp-Linkeroever Railway Station anno 20264 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  6. Timothy on Antwerp shopping streets revitalised: more variety and less vacancy4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  7. Timothy on ANTWERP | Sint-Jacobskerk (St James’ Church) fully reopens after seven years of restoration4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  8. Timothy on ANTWERP | New railway ‘Spoorpark’ park between Borgerhout and Zurenborg to be named Statiepark4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  9. Timothy on ANTWERP | Concept design for Koningin Astridplein  / Queen Astrid Square approved4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  10. Timothy on ANTWERP | Scheldt Quays between Sint-Michielstraat and Sint-Jansvliet to become event space4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

  11. Timothy on ANTWERP | Unveiling cenotaph for Congolese people who died during 1894 World’s Fair4 November 2026

    The City of Antwerp, together with the District of Antwerp and the District of Berchem, has approved a set of…

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