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Roeselare residents step up for Flanders’ first emergency response corps. With 75 volunteers already, could this reshape how communities handle crises?

Roeselare launches volunteer corps

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A driver under the influence, a wrong-way chase, and shots fired: police face scrutiny as details remain unclear.

Police fire shots during Brussels pursuit

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A €4 billion push for tax reform could raise wages and cut costs — but will Belgium's federal budget talks accommodate such a bold move?

MR wants to move tax reform to 2026

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 2h

Authorities struggle to shut down an illegal rave drawing 2,000 attendees, with cars forcing roadblocks and arrests for armed resistance. Cross-border tensions rise.

Nearly 2,000 ravers conquer Virton

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Over 100 ships remain stranded as Flemish pilots strike over pension disputes, citing broken agreements and unequal treatment.

Over 100 ships remain stranded in Belgian ports

Over 100 ships remain stranded at Belgian ports

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 3h

A €6 billion haul marks Belgium’s US trade mission, but missing university voices spark criticism. How much unity can Belgium achieve abroad?

Belgium makes successful US trade forays

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 4h

Excessive lighting disrupts wildlife, plants, and human sleep, say organisers of Belgium's "Night of Darkness." Events highlight the urgency of preserving natural darkness.

Belgium turns off the lights for Night of Darkness

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The future of the iconic Zinneke Parade, a biennial cultural and social event in Brussels, is under threat due to the absence of a regional government.

Future of Brussels’ folkloric Zinneke parade under threat

Future of Brussels' folkloric Zinneke parade under threat

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 6h

A former Google employee has opened Brussels’ first technology-driven darts venue, tapping into Belgium’s surprising love of the game.

New in town: Darts bar brings competitive spirit to Brussels’ European quarter

New in town: Darts bar brings competitive spirit to Brussels' European quarter

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 6h

In Belgium, the new rules will impact travellers entering and exiting the Schengen area via Brussels Airport, Charleroi Airport and the Eurostar terminal.

Everything you need to know about the EU’s biometric border checks starting this weekend

Everything you need to know about the EU's biometric border checks starting this weekend

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 7h

The world's first all-electric motorsport was officially launched over a decade ago but it has yet to spark the interest of Belgians.

The racing sport struggling to pick up speed in Belgium

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 8h

Every year, the Best Chefs Awards guide unveils its ranking of the world's best chefs - and one Belgian chef stood out in particular.

Belgian chef named among best in the world

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 8h

Saint-Gilles has been shaken by a surge of violent incidents that are threatening its reputation - and leaving many residents deeply concerned.

‘Saint-Gilles isn’t what it used to be’: Disquiet among residents after series of shootings

'Saint-Gilles isn’t what it used to be': Disquiet among residents after series of shootings

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 12h

The Nobel Prize in Medicine 2025 has been awarded to two American and one Japanese scientists for their groundbreaking discoveries in immunology.

Nobel Prize in Medicine for groundbreaking immune system discoveries

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 14h

Brussels Airport registered 2.3 million passengers in September, a 1% increase year on year, despite disruptions caused by a cyberattack.

Brussels Airport registers passenger growth despite cyber attack

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 14h

French President Emmanuel Macron reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister just four days after his resignation.

Macron reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 14h

Francophone teachers’ unions come out against cost-cutting measures in education

Francophone teachers' unions come out against cost-cutting measures in education

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 14h

Worker hospitalised after attack by Asian hornets is now out of danger, police say.

Worker hospitalised after being attacked by Asian hornets in Waterloo

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 15h

Six Belgians who took part in the ‘Thousand Madleens to Gaza’ humanitarian flotilla are on their way back to Belgium; the others are to return soon.

Six of the eight Belgians on Gaza humanitarian flotilla on their way to Belgium

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 15h

Philippe Close defends his handling of pro-Palestinian rallies in Brussels

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Brussels Mayor defends his handling of pro-Palestinian rallies

Philippe Close defends his handling of pro-Palestinian rallies in Brussels

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 17h

The date marks a return to Antwerp for Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, who last performed there in 2022.

Nick Cave to perform and curate line-up at Antwerp festival

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 18h

NATO's annual nuclear exercise kicks off on Monday in the Netherlands with the participation of 2,000 personnel, 71 aircraft, and 14 countries, including Belgium.

NATO launches its annual nuclear exercise on Monday, including in Belgium

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 19h

Delhaize supermarket chain is recalling its white Venus clams due to toxin scare.

Delhaize recalls white Venus clams

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The Brussels Times @brusselstimes.com · 20h

Forest Mayor, Charles Spapens (PS), has issued a police order banning the upcoming concert by American metal band Disturbed, citing a significant risk of public disorder.

Forest mayor bans metal concert over public safety concerns

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