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Revitalizing Brussels: Iconic Proximus Towers Set for Makeover
Brussels grants permit to convert 2 Proximus towers in North district. One tower for offices, another for residential use to enhance urban
FedEx Announces 385 Job Cuts in Belgium: Impact on Brucargo
FedEx to cut 385 jobs in Belgium, impacting 28% of the workforce. 2,000 employees across Europe to face redundancies.
UberTaxi Launches in Charleroi
UberTaxi has launched in Charleroi, allowing local taxi drivers to offer services through the Uber app in partnership with Taxi Europe.
How to watch ICC T20 WorldCup ?
ICC.tv is the official streaming platform of the International Cricket Council (ICC). It provides cricket fans with access to live matches, highlights, and other cricket-related content.
Surprise Border Controls for Euro 2024 Football Championship
Days before the 2024 European Football Championship, German police will conduct surprise border checks on travelers from Belgium and Luxembourg to prevent any issues.
Rising Trend: More Workers Opt for Mobility Budget to Cover Housing Costs
A significant majority, 77% of Belgian employees benefiting from the mobility budget, are choosing to allocate it towards housing expenses, specifically mortgage payments or rent.
Undocumented Migrants Take to the Streets of Brussels in 20 km Race
In a bold move to challenge stereotypes and advocate for their rights, a group of undocumented migrants is set to join the prestigious 20 km of Brussels race this Sunday.
European Consumer Groups File Complaint Against TEMU
A collective grievance has been lodged against the online retailer Temu for breaching recent EU regulations on digital services
European March for Gaza Ceasefire in Brussels
The Belgium-Palestine Association is organizing a European march for a Gaza ceasefire in Brussels on Sunday, 19 May.
ALERT : Expected demonstrations near Gare du Nord
SAFETY ALERT : demonstration is anticipated to draw tens of thousands, converging from diverse areas near Brussels Gare du Nord to Place Jeanray.
Fight Bike Theft: Register MyBike’s QR Code
MyBike is a free, government-backed program launched in 2023 to combat the high bicycle theft rates in Belgium. It started as a regional initiative in Belgium
When is GPT-4o expected to rollout in Belgium?
Belgian users on the free tier is that access to GPT-4o’s text features is on the horizon. The rollout is expected to happen within the next few weeks.
English Fluency Soaring in Brussels
Brussels’ international character is evident in its evolving linguistic landscape. Recent data reveals a growing number of English speakers
Belgium Braces for Stormy Thursday: Code Yellow Warning Issued
Get ready for a wet Thursday in Belgium as a rain zone is expected to bring heavy showers and thunderstorms
Brussels – Roadworks Cause Chaos and Delays
Heavy traffic plagued Brussels on Monday as roadworks caused delays. The chaos continued into Tuesday, albeit less severe.
On Monday morning, Brussels was a sea of bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Recent roadworks at the Leonard Tunnel have led to major delays for commuters. Monday morning as holiday-makers returned to Brussels, causing chaos.
Unlocking Democracy at Work: Social Elections in Belgium
Today marks the beginning of “social elections” in Belgium, providing nearly two million employees the opportunity to elect trade union representatives at work.
Antwerp Tinder Rape Case: Man Cleared in Shocking Court Verdict
In Antwerp’s criminal court, a man was cleared on Monday of raping a woman he met on Tinder. The incident occurred on the evening of November 9, 2018.
2024 Loksabha Elections : How to Vote as a NRI
How NRIs Can Vote in the 2024 Indian Elections The 2024 Lok Sabha elections are approaching, and with over 97 crore registered voters, including NRIs, it’s crucial for every eligible … Read more
“Brussels Pride 2024: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion!”
Brussels will be immersed in Brussels Pride festivities, celebrating the LGBTQ community with colorful decorations and the iconic Pride March on Saturday