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Everything we know about the three-day strike hitting Belgium next week
Everything we know about the three-day strike hitting Belgium next week
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From cancelled flights to reduced train services, this is what we know so far about the impact of next week's three-day strike.
The theft comes amid recent controversy surrounding the nativity scene in the Grand Place.
Head of baby Jesus stolen from Grand Place nativity scene
Head of baby Jesus stolen from Grand Place nativity scene
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November 29, 2025 at 9:33 PM
The theft comes amid recent controversy surrounding the nativity scene in the Grand Place.
Nearly 26,000 volunteers collected a fifth of all municipal waste in Flanders over the past year, even though the total amount of litter grew.
Flemish volunteers cleared 1,100 tonnes of litter last year
Flemish volunteers cleared 1,100 tonnes of litter last year
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November 29, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Nearly 26,000 volunteers collected a fifth of all municipal waste in Flanders over the past year, even though the total amount of litter grew.
“Documents were redacted to protect personal data and the Ombudsman's decision-making process.”
How the European Ombudsman closed an inquiry on the protection of wolves
How the European Ombudsman closed an inquiry on the protection of wolves
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November 29, 2025 at 7:20 PM
“Documents were redacted to protect personal data and the Ombudsman's decision-making process.”
Liège is bidding to host the new European Customs Authority institution, touting its major cargo airport and academic expertise.
Liège applies to host the European Customs Authority
Liège applies to host the European Customs Authority
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November 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Liège is bidding to host the new European Customs Authority institution, touting its major cargo airport and academic expertise.
In total, 83,000 women and girls were intentionally killed worldwide in 2024, with 60% of them dying at the hands of an intimate partner or family member.
A woman was killed every 10 minutes in 2024 – UN warns femicide rates show no real progress
A woman was killed every 10 minutes in 2024 – UN warns femicide rates show no real progress
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November 29, 2025 at 5:27 PM
In total, 83,000 women and girls were intentionally killed worldwide in 2024, with 60% of them dying at the hands of an intimate partner or family member.
The doctor in question has been suspended from both RZ Tienen and UZ Antwerpen hospitals where he had been practising.
Dozens of women come forward accusing Leuven gynaecologist of sexual misconduct
Dozens of women come forward accusing Leuven gynaecologist of sexual misconduct
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November 29, 2025 at 4:25 PM
The doctor in question has been suspended from both RZ Tienen and UZ Antwerpen hospitals where he had been practising.
He rode the bike in 1972 when he broke the hour record in Mexico City, cycling 49.4 kilometres in one hour. For the next 12 years, no one beat the record set by the Cannibal.
Hidden Belgium: Eddy Merckx's bicycle
He rode the bike in 1972 when he broke the hour record in Mexico City, cycling 49.4 kilometres in one hour. For the next 12 years, no one beat the record set by the Cannibal.
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November 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
He rode the bike in 1972 when he broke the hour record in Mexico City, cycling 49.4 kilometres in one hour. For the next 12 years, no one beat the record set by the Cannibal.
Belgium held a memorial for a GP Patrik Roelandt murdered 10 years ago in Izegem, highlighting an ongoing wave of violence against paramedics and medical staff.
Belgium commemorates death of GP amid ‘wave of violence against care workers’
Belgium commemorates death of GP amid 'wave of violence against care workers'
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November 29, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Belgium held a memorial for a GP Patrik Roelandt murdered 10 years ago in Izegem, highlighting an ongoing wave of violence against paramedics and medical staff.
Greece declared a state of emergency for the greater Athens region and two islands due to severe, worsening water shortages.
Greece declares state of emergency around its capital and two islands
Greece declares state of emergency around its capital and two islands
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November 29, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Greece declared a state of emergency for the greater Athens region and two islands due to severe, worsening water shortages.
A 16-year-old was arrested after being caught red-handed stealing an Audi A3 from Koekelberg, which police later intercepted in Molenbeek.
Teen arrested red-handed after vehicle theft in Koekelberg
Teen arrested red-handed after vehicle theft in Koekelberg
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November 29, 2025 at 2:57 PM
A 16-year-old was arrested after being caught red-handed stealing an Audi A3 from Koekelberg, which police later intercepted in Molenbeek.
Rape (35%) and sexual assault (34%) were the most frequently recorded offences between 1 January 2024 and 20 June 2025.
Between 150 and 225 sexual offences are registered in Brussels every month
Between 150 and 225 sexual offences are registered in Brussels every month
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November 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Rape (35%) and sexual assault (34%) were the most frequently recorded offences between 1 January 2024 and 20 June 2025.
The first of its kind study of Walloon farmers revealed that up to 77% of Walloon farmers from 133 surveyed are experiencing psychological distress.
Mental health study of Walloon farmers brings disturbing results
Mental health study of Walloon farmers brings disturbing results
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November 29, 2025 at 1:22 PM
The first of its kind study of Walloon farmers revealed that up to 77% of Walloon farmers from 133 surveyed are experiencing psychological distress.
The Federal Prosecutor has opened an investigation after a Belgian soldier was critically injured during a mortar exercise.
Federal prosecutor opens investigation after Belgian soldier is critically injured in accident
Federal prosecutor opens investigation after Belgian soldier is critically injured in accident
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November 29, 2025 at 12:22 PM
The Federal Prosecutor has opened an investigation after a Belgian soldier was critically injured during a mortar exercise.
The Leuven public prosecutor has launched an investigation into a gynaecologist suspended from two hospitals following allegations of sexual misconduct.
Leuven public prosecutor launches investigation into discredited gynaecologist
Leuven public prosecutor launches investigation into discredited gynaecologist
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November 29, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The Leuven public prosecutor has launched an investigation into a gynaecologist suspended from two hospitals following allegations of sexual misconduct.
Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul's iconic Blue Mosque, making his first visit to a Muslim place of worship since his election.
In Turkey, Pope Leo visits Blue Mosque in Istanbul
In Turkey, Pope Leo visits Blue Mosque in Istanbul
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November 29, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul's iconic Blue Mosque, making his first visit to a Muslim place of worship since his election.
Despite struggling to turn a profit in Belgium, Lidl is opening a new supermarket in Brussels.
Lidl opens new store in Brussels
Lidl opens new store in Brussels
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November 29, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Despite struggling to turn a profit in Belgium, Lidl is opening a new supermarket in Brussels.
Wizz Air has completed urgent software updates on its Airbus A320 aircraft, which were recalled due to a solar radiation vulnerability.
Wizz Air return back to normal operation after software update for faulty Airbus
Wizz Air return back to normal operation after software update for faulty Airbus
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November 29, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Wizz Air has completed urgent software updates on its Airbus A320 aircraft, which were recalled due to a solar radiation vulnerability.
Cyclists in Brussels face daily battles against bike theft. With thieves turning to professional tools and opportunistic strategies, heavy locks and careful parking offer the best defence.
Preventing bike theft in Brussels: what works and what doesn’t
Preventing bike theft in Brussels: what works and what doesn't
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November 29, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Cyclists in Brussels face daily battles against bike theft. With thieves turning to professional tools and opportunistic strategies, heavy locks and careful parking offer the best defence.
A victim was shot and injured last Friday night at Place du Triangle in Molenbeek, Brussels.
Medics intervene with shooting victim in Molenbeek
Medics intervene with shooting victim in Molenbeek
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November 29, 2025 at 9:12 AM
A victim was shot and injured last Friday night at Place du Triangle in Molenbeek, Brussels.
Despite sitting at the political centre of the EU, Brussels struggles to project the cultural confidence and dynamism associated with Europe’s major capitals.
Culture as strategy: What Europe’s Compass means for Brussels
Culture as strategy: What Europe’s Compass means for Brussels
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November 29, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Despite sitting at the political centre of the EU, Brussels struggles to project the cultural confidence and dynamism associated with Europe’s major capitals.
The Brussels Times Magazine selects the best current and upcoming events and exhibitions this winter.
Arts and events in Brussels and beyond
Arts and events in Brussels and beyond
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November 29, 2025 at 6:22 AM
The Brussels Times Magazine selects the best current and upcoming events and exhibitions this winter.
One survey has found that 98% of women in Belgium have faced sexist behaviour, while another found that deeply-rooted gender norms trivialise violence against women.
Sexism remains widespread in Belgium – study
Sexism remains widespread in Belgium - study
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November 29, 2025 at 1:12 AM
One survey has found that 98% of women in Belgium have faced sexist behaviour, while another found that deeply-rooted gender norms trivialise violence against women.
The temporary disruption is due to ongoing works to expand the Brussels-Ottignies RER line to four tracks.
Buses to replace trains between Brussels-Luxembourg and Ottignies
Buses to replace trains between Brussels-Luxembourg and Ottignies
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November 29, 2025 at 12:41 AM
The temporary disruption is due to ongoing works to expand the Brussels-Ottignies RER line to four tracks.
Dozens of migrants seeking to leave Chile were stranded at the border with Peru on Friday, Chilean authorities reported.
Dozens of migrants trying to leave Chile blocked at the border with Peru
Dozens of migrants trying to leave Chile blocked at the border with Peru
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November 29, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Dozens of migrants seeking to leave Chile were stranded at the border with Peru on Friday, Chilean authorities reported.
