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Future unclear for KU Leuven students at Harvard after US revokes international enrolment

Five KU Leuven students currently enrolled at Harvard University remain uncertain if they will be able to continue their studies following the US government’s decision to bar international students from enrolling. On

1 month ago

World

KBR Museum in Brussels reopens with a celebration of manuscripts and music

The Museum of the Royal Library (KBR) in central Brussels reopens to the public on Friday, inviting visitors to explore its renowned collection of illuminated manuscripts and cultural treasures from the era

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

Belgium backs EU proposal for 2 euro import fee on small parcels

Belgium supports a proposal by European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to charge 2 euros for every small parcel entering the EU, Economy minister David Clarinval said at the EU Competitiveness Council in

1 month ago

Business

Greenhouse gas emissions in Flanders fall to lowest level this century

On Thursday, Statistics Flanders reported that greenhouse gas emissions in the Flemish region fell to their lowest point of this century in 2023. These emissions were notably lower than in 2020, when

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

Putin not ready for peace, Trump tells EU leaders behind closed doors

According to The Wall Street Journal, US president Donald Trump admitted to European leaders that Russian president Vladimir Putin is not ready to end the war in Ukraine. Trump reportedly did so

1 month ago

Ukraine·World

Belgium’s big cities see wealth shift to suburbs

According to a new study by UCLouvain, wealth is transferring from Belgium’s major city centres to their suburbs. This bucks the trend seen in most other European cities and in the United

1 month ago

Society

EU Commissioner Lahbib condemns humanitarian violations in Gaza and West Bank

European Commissioner for humanitarian aid Hadja Lahbib has welcomed the arrival of the first aid trucks into Gaza but cautions that it remains “a drop in the ocean” compared to the needs

1 month ago

World

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season embraces complexity through sound and vision

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season falls under the banner “Embrace Complexity,” inviting audiences into a diverse and ambitious programme that blends classical masterpieces with cutting-edge contemporary creation. From major orchestral works to intimate

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

Belgian co-production Imago wins prize at Cannes Semaine de la Critique

The Belgian co-production Imago, an autobiographical documentary by Chechen filmmaker Déni Oumar Pitsaev, won the Prix French Touch at the Semaine de la critique, a parallel selection of the Cannes Film Festival

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

‘It’s a critical time’: European farmers struggle through driest spring in a century

Extreme weather costs the EU about €28.3bn in lost crops and livestock per year, more than half the losses stem from drought When drought descended on Hendrik Jan ten Cate’s farm in

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

Core cabinet approves programme law as polls show broad support for key reforms

The federal government’s core cabinet reached an agreement on Wednesday night on the second reading of the programme law, marking a key step toward implementing the De Wever government’s planned reforms. Among

1 month ago

Politics

Non-profit sector takes to the streets en masse for more investment in the sector

Employees from across Belgium’s non-profit sector will take to the streets of Brussels once again on Thursday to demand greater investment in healthcare and welfare. The demonstration calls on all levels of

1 month ago

Opinion

KU Leuven researchers develop method to permanently disable HIV virus

Researchers at KU Leuven have developed a method to render HIV viruses permanently harmless. The research was published on Thursday in the scientific journal Nature Communications. Currently, 600,000 people worldwide still die

1 month ago

Innovations·Society

Pressure mounts on Israel as troops fire shots near foreign diplomats

On Wednesday, the Israeli army fired warning shots at an international diplomatic delegation in the occupied West Bank. This included a Belgian diplomat, as confirmed by the country’s federal Foreign minister, Maxime

1 month ago

World

Aerial monitoring points to decline in pollution by ships in North Sea

Four cases of operational marine pollution from ships were documented last year in the North Sea by the Institute for Natural Sciences’ Coast Guard aerial monitoring programme, the institute announced on Wednesday. 

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

Kevin De Bruyne bids emotional farewell to Manchester City

Belgium’s Kevin De Bruyne received a standing ovation after his final home game for Manchester City on Tuesday. He will leave the club at the end of the season. After his team’s

1 month ago

Sport

Instagram remains most popular social media as TikTok continues to grow

The number of TikTok users in Belgium continues to grow, according to the sixth edition of the SMI Barometer, an annual survey of social media use by under-40s conducted by Artevelde University

1 month ago

Innovations

Belgium coach Garcia unveils World Cup qualifiers squad

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia announced his squad for the start of the World Cup qualifying campaign on Tuesday. New to the selection is Strasbourg left-back Diego Moreira, who came through the youth

1 month ago

Sport

European Editors Rally Against Hungary’s Crackdown on Foreign-Funded Groups

Hungary’s New Law Sparks Alarm Across Europe More than 80 leading European editors have signed a petition opposing Hungary’s controversial draft legislation that aims to limit the activities of foreign-funded media and civil society groups.

1 month ago

World

Kanal-Centre Pompidou museum to open in November 2026

The Kanal-Centre Pompidou museum in Brussels will officially open ​ in November 2026, director Yves Goldstein announced on Tuesday during a press visit to the construction site. Spanning 40,000 square metres, the

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment·Society

Rise in euthanasia due to ageing population, study shows

A recent study shows that the increase in euthanasia cases in Belgium is mainly due to the country’s ageing population, De Standaard reported on Tuesday. The growing numbers are not the result

1 month ago

Opinion

Survival Mode, Hungarian-Style: How Viktor Orbán Is Copying Vladimir Putin

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is haunted by the fear of losing power — and is grasping at every possible straw to keep it. Against a backdrop of recession, a devalued forint,

1 month ago

Politics·World

Bee mortality rises for third consecutive year

Bee mortality in Belgium rose for the third year in a row. 31.2 per cent of colonies failed to survive from autumn 2023 to summer 2024, according to the Federal Agency for

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

Forced psychiatric admissions in Flanders surpassed 5,000 in 2024

More than 5,000 people were forcibly admitted to psychiatric institutions in Flanders in 2024. That is a sharp 6 per cent increase compared to the previous year, according to new figures from

1 month ago

Society

Company cars still on the rise in Belgium, NSSO reports

Despite attempts to curb the trend, the number of company cars on Belgian roads continues to rise, according to a monitoring report by the National Social Security Office (NSSO), cited by De

1 month ago

Society

Belgium backs Gaza sanctions debate ahead of EU foreign ministers’ summit

Belgium’s core cabinet has reached a consensus on its position regarding the crisis in Gaza. It has agreed to endorse humanitarian actions and support the prospect of EU-level sanctions ahead of Tuesday’s

1 month ago

World

Flemish campaign warns of rise of vaping among young people

NGO Kom op tegen Kanker (Stand up to Cancer) is extending its anti-smoking campaign to vaping, as the use of the e-cigarette is on the rise. On Monday afternoon, Kom op tegen

1 month ago

Society

Port of Antwerp-Bruges launches Europe’s first electric tugboat

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has on Monday launched the Volta 1, Europe’s first fully electric tugboat. The Volta 1 had arrived in the Antwerp port area from Vietnam late last year, but

1 month ago

Earth & Climate

Belgians avoid products from the US, Russia and China, survey shows

Belgians are avoiding buying products from the United States, Russia and China, according to a survey by Kantar released on Monday. The results highlight the impact of the economic and political context

1 month ago

Business

The Transcarpathian Deal with Putin: The Price of Orbán’s Political Survival

We’ve long grown accustomed to the fact that Viktor Orbán — not to be confused with Hungary itself — has become a sort of Trojan horse within the European Union and NATO.

1 month ago

Politics·World

A Japanese manga claims a natural disaster is imminent. Now, some tourists are canceling their trips

A Japanese comic book warns of a “real catastrophe.” A psychic predicts mass destruction. A feng shui master urges people to stay away. This might sound like the plot of a disaster

1 month ago

World

Trump and Putin set for key telephonic talks on Ukraine war

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On Monday, President Trump and Russian President Vladimir V. Putin are expected to discuss the war in Ukraine during a much-anticipated telephone call, which occurs amidst a

1 month ago

Politics·World

European Commission predicts Belgium’s budget deficit will rise to 5.5% by 2026

On Monday, the European Commission warned that Belgium’s budget deficit could rise to 5.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) this year and 5.5 per cent in 2026. That rise is

1 month ago

Politics·World

Bruges to celebrate 800 years of history with Belfry light show

To celebrate this year’s Flemish Community Day, Bruges is hosting light shows on the Belfry. Spectators will be guided through the rich history of Bruges and Flanders through a combination of light,

1 month ago

Society

Boeing XF8B: The Ultimate Multirole Fighter that Never Took FlightBoeing XF8B

Boeing developed the XF8B as a single-seat, carrier-based aircraft for World War II. It could serve multiple functions, such as air superiority or bombings, but also escort and superiority. Despite this, only

1 month ago

Opinion

Despite long waiting list, over 8,000 social homes stand empty

The waiting list for social housing in Flanders has never been longer. Still, more than 8,000 properties stood empty in 2023, reports Het Nieuwsblad on Monday. This is almost four times the

1 month ago

Opinion

Zelensky and Vance meet in Rome ahead of crucial Trump-Putin call

US vice president JD Vance met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in Rome on Sunday, ahead of a planned call between US president Donald Trump and Russian president Vladimir Putin on Monday.

1 month ago

Politics·World

National strike to disrupt public transport on Tuesday

Train services across Belgium will be reduced on Monday evening and Tuesday due to a national strike by public sector workers. Other public transport services are also expected to be severely disrupted,

1 month ago

Opinion

Pianist Valère Burnon Qualifies for Queen Elisabeth Competition Final

Belgian pianist Valère Burnon has qualified for the final of the Queen Elisabeth Competition, the organisation announced on Facebook on Saturday following the semi-final. On Saturday evening, twelve people were selected from

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

Pakistan-India War: 7 Explosive Takeaways from China’s Secret Role in the India-Pakistan Jet War

When Pakistan’s military commanders briefed Chinese diplomats last week about the stunning performance of Chinese-made J-10C fighter jets and PL-15E air-to-air missiles in shooting down several Indian warplanes — including French-made aircraft

1 month ago

World

Cultural Compass: Free outdoor festival, creative delirium and Brussels’ roaring past

Every Sunday, Belga English picks its favourite events from the cultural agenda. This week: A chance to be outdoors to enjoy music and dance in Bruges, Miet Warlop’s latest stroke of chaotic

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment·Opinion

Belgian PM to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever will attend the inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV in Rome on Sunday, his office announced on Saturday.  Belgium’s King Philippe and Queen Mathilde earlier announced that they

1 month ago

World

Court of Audit fears payback effects in Belgian budget are highly overestimated

There is a high risk that the payback effects the Belgian government is counting on to reduce its budget deficit have been greatly overestimated, according to the Court of Audit. Opposition parties

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Politics

Criminal network of international arms dealers rounded up in Limburg

The Federal Judicial Police (FJP) of Limburg province has rounded up a criminal network of international arms dealers. Seven suspects, including two Austrians, are in pre-trial detention following their arrest on 9

1 month ago

Opinion

Two-thirds of military aid to Ukraine to be provided through Belgian companies

The federal council of ministers has on Friday approved the Belgian military aid package to Ukraine for 2025, worth one billion euros in total. About two-thirds of the military aid, 645 million

1 month ago

Ukraine·World

New campaign raises awareness about noise pollution in the North Sea

The federal government has launched a campaign to make people aware of the growing underwater noise pollution in the North Sea. Certain human activities, such as shipping and wind farm construction, make

1 month ago

Business·Earth & Climate

Art Deco exhibition explores free time in Brussels between the wars

To mark the 100th anniversary of the Art Deco movement, the Maison Autrique in Schaerbeek, designed by Victor Horta, has opened an exhibition looking at the world of leisure in Brussels during

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

Ukrainian and Russian officials begin first direct peace talks in three years

The first direct peace talks between Kyiv and Moscow since 2022 are taking place in Istanbul.  Ukrainian Defence minister Rustem Umerov, Foreign minister Andrii Sybiha and Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of cabinet Andriy

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Politics·World

Thousands more people set to lose unemployment benefits under new cap

More than 113,000 people will lose their entitlement to unemployment benefits next year under the new two-year cap, many more than the 100,000 people initially estimated, De Morgen reports. The federal government

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Opinion

Record profits for Brussels Airport Company

Brussels Airport Company, the operator of Zaventem airport, achieved record turnover and operating profit last year, but will pay no dividends for the sixth consecutive year. The company’s annual results, released on

1 month ago

Business

Suspects arrested in Belgium and Spain in NATO corruption probe

Three suspects have been arrested in Belgium and Spain as part of an investigation into corruption relating to the procurement of military equipment for NATO, according to the Belgian federal public prosecutor’s

1 month ago

World

Brussels Pride set to draw crowd of 200,000

Organisers expect around 200,000 people to attend Saturday’s Brussels Pride event, similar to last year’s attendance figures. Under the banner “Unite, time to protect our rights”, they are calling for renewed vigilance

1 month ago

Society

Europe is losing appeal to foreign investors, survey shows

Europe has become less appealing to foreign investors over the past year, according to a survey by the consultancy firm EY. Traditionally strong performers such as France and Germany experienced a sharp

1 month ago

Business

Port of Ostend launches first car train, boosts focus on sustainable transport

The Port of Ostend welcomed its first-ever car train on Thursday, marking a renewed focus on sustainable transport and reducing road traffic. It also revives block train operations in the port area

1 month ago

Society

Suicides in Flanders at lowest level in 25 years

The suicide rate in Flanders is at its lowest in 25 years, the Flemish Expertise Centre for Suicide Prevention (VLESP) reports. In 2023, 887 people died by suicide, of whom 652 were

1 month ago

Opinion

Belgium to oppose 5% spending target at NATO meeting in Antalya

Belgian Foreign minister Maxime Prévot will oppose raising the defence spending target to 5 per cent of GDP at a NATO meeting in Antalya, Turkey, on Thursday. This goal is “excessive” given

1 month ago

World

OECD questions effectiveness of smartphone and social media bans for young people

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has expressed doubts about the effectiveness of banning smartphones or restricting access to social media as a way to protect children. In a report

1 month ago

Innovations

Bruges urges tourists to stop stealing cobblestones

Cobblestones are increasingly being stolen from the historic centre of Bruges. Councillor Franky Demon suspects tourists have been taking the stones as souvenirs and has urged people to leave the stones where

1 month ago

Opinion

Belgian universities call for suspension of EU-Israel association agreement

Belgian universities have called on the European Union to suspend its association agreement with Israel. On Wednesday, the Flemish Interuniversity Council (VLIR) and the Rectors’ Council of French-speaking universities in Belgium (CREF)

1 month ago

World

Kortrijk to host 3,500 athletes for Special Olympics Belgium’s National Games

From 28 to 31 May, around 3,500 Belgian athletes with intellectual disabilities will gather in Kortrijk for the 41st edition of the National Games, organised by Special Olympics Belgium. After 1997 and

1 month ago

Sport

US reiterates call for NATO members to spend 5 per cent of GDP on defence

The US ambassador to NATO has called on alliance members to spend at least 5 per cent of their GDP on defence. Matthew Whitaker said the US was open to broader defence-related

1 month ago

World

Flanders wants EU to focus on security and competitiveness

Flemish minister-president Mathias Diependaele presented the government’s vision of the European Union on Wednesday. In the vision note, Flanders calls on the EU to focus on its core tasks of security and

1 month ago

Politics

Engie to introduce ‘happy hour’ energy contracts

Energy giant Engie is developing new energy contracts featuring a ‘happy hour’ scheme, where electricity will be cheaper at specific times of the day. This was confirmed by a spokesperson for the

1 month ago

Business

EU court annuls Commission’s decision to withhold texts between Von der Leyen and Pfizer

The European Union’s top court has overturned the European Commission’s decision to deny the New York Times access to text messages exchanged between Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer CEO

1 month ago

Innovations·World

Flanders’ labour migration crackdown at odds with OECD recommendations

The Flemish government is introducing stricter labour migration policies aimed at reducing the number of non-EU workers, particularly those with low qualifications. However, a recent OECD report warns that such restrictions could

1 month ago

Business

DEME reaffirms annual targets after strong start to 2025

Belgian maritime services provider DEME has reported a strong start to 2025. With a turnover of 993 million euros in the first quarter, the company saw a 10 per cent increase compared

1 month ago

Politics

Belgian government parties agree on joint Gaza resolution

After weeks of negotiations, the majority parties in the Belgian government finally agreed on a joint motion for a resolution on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on Tuesday evening. A sharply divided government finally agreed

1 month ago

World

NGO workers mobilise ahead of largest-ever demo in protest of Arizona Coalition cuts

As Belgium’s trade unions escalate their actions against sweeping austerity measures introduced in the Arizona Coalition Easter Accord, the European Federation of Public Service Unions (EPSU) is preparing to release an open

1 month ago

Politics·Society

Over 1,600 art studios open their doors for Atelier in Beeld Weekend

This weekend, art lovers across Flanders and Brussels will have a rare opportunity to step directly into the creative spaces of more than 2,500 artists. The fourth edition of Atelier in Beeld,

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment·Brussels

Evonik pushes green energy in port of Antwerp despite “devastating” Chinese competition

The German speciality chemicals company Evonik outlined its green energy plans for its site in the port of Antwerp during a port visit by Flemish Energy minister Melissa Depraetere on Tuesday. CEO

1 month ago

Business·Earth & Climate

Howest Brugge and defence launch first Cyber Defence Factory in Flanders

On Tuesday, Howest University College in Bruges inaugurated the first Cyber Defence Factory in Flanders, marking a new collaboration between the institution and the Belgian Defence’s Cyber Command. The partnership will focus

1 month ago

Innovations

Former New Zealand PM Ardern brings vision of kind leadership to Brussels

Jacinda Ardern will be a guest speaker at Bozar in Brussels on 19 June as part of its Talks & Debates series. Drawing on her experience in political leadership, she will explore

1 month ago

Politics

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde to attend inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

Belga News Agency delivers dependable, rapid and high-quality information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from Belgium and abroad to all Belgian media. The information covers all sectors, from politics,

1 month ago

Politics

Serbian students arrive in Brussels after 2,000km ultramarathon for democracy

A group of Serbian students arrived in Brussels on Monday after completing a nearly 2,000-kilometre ultramarathon from Novi Sad, Serbia, part of a growing wave of youth-led activism demanding democratic reform and

1 month ago

Society·World

Belgian winegrowers launch BelBul quality label for sparkling wine

Belgian winegrowers have introduced a new quality label for sparkling wines produced entirely on Belgian soil. BelBul guarantees that each bottle is 100 per cent Belgian and crafted using the traditional method

1 month ago

Society

AB InBev to invest $300 million in the United States

Anheuser-Busch, the American subsidiary of the Belgian-Brazilian brewing giant, has announced plans to invest $300 million in the United States this year. The funding will go towards expanding the company’s training centres

1 month ago

Business·World

Drug arrests in Antwerp Port surge, with juvenile involvement doubling

Just four months into 2025, the number of drug-related arrests at the Port of Antwerp has already surpassed last year’s total. The Port Police have detained 131 people, mostly ‘extractors’ who remove

1 month ago

Business·Opinion

Jazz in ’t Park has played its final concert as Ghent ends structural support

After 31 editions, the beloved free festival Jazz in ’t Park will no longer take place in its current form. The city of Ghent has announced it will end structural support for

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment·Society

Interior minister criticises airport queues, calling them “damaging to Brussels and Belgium’s image”

After a site visit, Belgian Interior minister Bernard Quintin (MR) condemned the long passport control queues at Brussels Airport, calling the situation unacceptable. He urged the federal police to take swift action.

1 month ago

Society

Delhaize doubles e-commerce capacity with new distribution centre near Brussels

Delhaize has opened a new e-commerce distribution centre in Forest, on the outskirts of Brussels, doubling its capacity to 50,000 online grocery orders per week. The €53 million investment, made in partnership

1 month ago

Business

De Wever confirms delayed wage indexing for teachers and broader public sector

Prime minister Bart De Wever has confirmed that wage indexation for public sector workers, including teachers, will be delayed by three months instead of the current two. The move is part of

1 month ago

Business·Politics

Hamas to release last living Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander

The Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of the Palestinian extremist organisation Hamas, announced on the messaging service Telegram that they will release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander on Monday. Israel is already making

1 month ago

World

Doctor files complaint over poor prison healthcare

A general practitioner has filed a formal complaint with the Order of Physicians, denouncing serious deficiencies in medical care at Haren prison. Le Soir reported the news on Monday; both VRT and

1 month ago

Opinion

Belgium edges closer to recognising Palestine

Belgium signals a shift towards recognising Palestine. Interior minister Bernard Quintin has backed Macron’s two-state solution, aligning MR with coalition partners amid ongoing Gaza conflict. Belgian interior minister Bernard Quintin has expressed

1 month ago

Politics

Cultural Compass: An in-depth look at Opera Ballet Vlaanderen’s new season

Every Sunday, Belga English picks its favourite events from the cultural agenda. This week: Which operas and ballets stand out in Opera Ballet Vlaanderen’s daring new season? Opera Ballet Vlaanderen (OBV) may

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine on 15 May

Russian president Vladimir Putin has dismissed calls for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, instead proposing direct peace talks with Kyiv on 15 May, potentially in Istanbul, without preconditions. In a surprising turn,

1 month ago

Politics·Ukraine·World

SKEPP honours scientific rigor and condemns pseudoscience in annual awards

‘Zesde Vijs’ (Sixth Bolt) award for scientific rigour, ‘Skeptische Put’ (Skeptical Pit) award for pseudoscience: clinical dietitian Michaël Sels is honoured for evidence-based nutrition, while author Griet Op de Beeck is criticised

1 month ago

Society

Belgian minister launches campaign in Moldova to deter asylum seekers

Belgium’s asylum and migration minister Anneleen Van Bossuyt is set to travel to Moldova on Sunday as part of a campaign to discourage asylum applications, which have surged since 2020, primarily from

1 month ago

Politics·World

VRT backs call for debate on Israel’s Eurovision participation

Flemish public broadcaster VRT supports the request by Spanish, Irish, and Icelandic public broadcasters to discuss Israel’s involvement in the Eurovision Song Contest, as reported by VRT. The move comes amid growing

1 month ago

Arts & Entertainment

Hungary’s Covert Games in Zakarpattia: A NATO Member’s Dangerous Ambitions

For the first time in Ukraine’s modern history, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has uncovered an active Hungarian military intelligence network operating in Zakarpattia. This revelation not only exposes Budapest’s secretive geopolitical manoeuvres, but also raises serious

1 month ago

Ukraine·World

Belgian architecture project ‘Periscope House’ showcased at Venice Architecture Biennale

The innovative Periscope House by Belgium’s Metamorphic Art Studio, based in West Flanders, will be captivating audiences at the Venice Architecture Biennale with sustainability and technical ingenuity. The Belgian Metamorphic Art Studio

1 month ago

Innovations

Education minister unveils new knowledge-rich curriculum for Flemish primary education

Flemish education minister Zuhal Demir has introduced new knowledge-rich minimum goals for primary and nursery education. The new curriculum aims to raise standards by adopting a more content-focused approach, inspired by the

1 month ago

Opinion

US funding cut threatens HIV research at Ghent University Hospital

HIV research at the University Hospital Ghent (UZ Gent) is at risk after the abrupt suspension of 1.5 million dollars (1.3 million euros) in US funding. The funding cut, part of a

1 month ago

Innovations

European leaders support Trump’s call of 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine

Several European leaders on Friday expressed support for US president Donald Trump’s call for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump phoned several European leaders on Thursday evening. Following a phone call with

1 month ago

Politics

Wout Van Aert makes Giro d’Italia debut with pink jersey ambitions

The cycling sport enters the second half of the season on Friday with the 108th edition of the Giro d’Italia. Belgian hopes are pinned on Wout Van Aert, who is making his

1 month ago

Sport

International collaboration in the spotlight of the Royal Flemish Theatre’s new season

The Royal Flemish Theatre (KVS), the Flemish municipal theatre of Brussels, unveiled its 2025-2026 season on Thursday evening. This year, the KVS is putting the spotlight on international collaboration – with a

1 month ago

Politics

Habemus papam: Robert Francis Prevost elected new Pope

The American Robert Francis Prevost has been elected Pope. At 19:24 local time, he stepped onto the balcony of St Peter’s to greet the faithful for the first time as Leo XIV.

1 month ago

Opinion·World

Habemus papam: the new Pope has been elected

The 133 cardinals, gathered in conclave since last night, have elected a new Pope. White smoke has just billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, signalling the decision.

1 month ago

World

EU Parliament votes to weaken wolf protection

The European Parliament has voted to downgrade the legal protection status of the wolf, paving the way for more liberalised population control measures by national governments. The decision moves the species from

2 months ago

Opinion

US embassy asks Flemish universities about diversity policy

The US embassy has sent a survey to several Flemish universities asking about their diversity policies, Flemish Education minister Zuhal Demir told the Education Committee on Thursday. The survey also asks about

2 months ago

Opinion·World