EU imposes stricter rules on online retailer Shein: The fast fashion giant will need to adhere to unique transparency rules and demonstrate consumer protection ...
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1023461/eu-imposes-stricter-rules-on-online-retailer-shein
How Bastogne changed the Second World War: “What is merry about this, you ask? I will tell you, we stopped the entire German offensive, coming from the north ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011638/how-bastogne-changed-the-second-world-war
Uber Eats riders in Brussels to go on strike for better pay and conditions: Riders are expressing outrage at the "laxity of the authorities" and ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1023638/uber-eats-riders-to-go-on-strike-in-brussels-for-better-pay-and-conditions
Cinema Federation calls for modernisation of 'obsolete' legislative framework: The current legislative framework has remained the same since 1963 ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1023327/cinema-federation-calls-for-modernisation-of-obsolete-legislative-framework
Prisons in Europe increasingly overcrowded, says new Council of Europe report: “It is a signal of the strength of a democratic country to treat persons deprived ...
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1023449/prisons-in-europe-still-overcrowded-says-new-council-of-europe-report
Suspects arrested for attempted manslaughter in Brussels on New Year's Eve: The perpetrators ignited an explosive when a police officer came to the door to see ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1023350/suspects-arrested-for-attempted-manslaughter-in-brussels-on-new-years-eve-tbtb
WHO condemns unnecessary antibiotic treatment during Covid-19 pandemic: Just 8% of hospitalised Covid patients suffered from bacterial co-infections requiring ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1023306/who-condemns-unnecessary-antibiotic-treatment-during-covid-19-pandemic
'No time to lose': New proposal for outdoor swimming pool in Brussels canal: A company that has already built open-air swimming pools in several European cities ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1023277/no-time-to-lose-new-proposal-for-outdoor-swimming-pool-in-brussels-canal-tbtb
Nutri-Score on packaging contributes to healthier food choices, survey shows: People's purchase intentions for healthier foods with Nutri-Score A and B were ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1022881/nutri-score-on-packaging-contributes-to-healthier-food-choices-survey-shows
European Parliament at odds with the Commission on denouncing Hungary’s illiberal democracy
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1023082/european-parliament-at-odds-with-the-commission-on-denouncing-hungary-s-illiberal-democracy
Proximus sees revenues rise by 4.5% in first quarter: The Belgian group said that its success was due to continued customer growth, as well as price increases ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022922/proximus-sees-revenues-rise-by-4-5-in-first-quarter
Energy certificates reform for Brussels buildings approved at first reading: "The revised PEB method should make it easier to identify 'energy sieves' in ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1022857/brussels-reform-on-energy-certificates-for-buildings-approved
Belgium's female pensioners receive 25% less than men: Belgium ranks fourth in the EU in terms of how likely it is that women over 65 will not have their own ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022018/belgiums-female-pensioners-receive-25-less-than-men
What to do in Brussels this weekend: 26 - 28 April: From Belgium's biggest Balkan celebration to Brussels' first open-air party and a circus across the city ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021475/what-to-do-in-brussels-this-weekend-26-28-april
N-VA wants to build prison in Kosovo for undocumented migrants: Francken sees it as a way of relieving the burden on prisons, and the proposal is included in the ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1022284/n-va-wants-to-build-prison-in-kosovo-for-undocumented-migrants
More Belgians in work and with higher education qualifications, according to census
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018244/more-belgians-in-work-and-with-higher-education-qualifications
Filing taxes online possible from 24 April: What to know: What are the deadlines to fill out your taxes, either online or on paper? And what changes could impact ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019609/filing-taxes-online-possible-from-today-what-to-know-tbtb
Full steam ahead? Laying the tracks for night trains in Europe: Can we achieve the winning combo of efficient and comfortable travel that doesn’t cost the Earth? ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1008274/night-train-fever-what-lies-ahead-for-night-trains-in-europe
Over 1,700 e-scooter drop zones in Brussels, but still missing in some communes: "A good geographical distribution of the drop zones is crucial to guarantee ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021364/over-1700-e-scooter-drop-zones-in-brussels-but-still-missing-in-some-communes
Priority from the wrong: "The question I’m confronting thanks to my newly-acquired legal obligation to vote in Belgian elections is the following: who ...
brusselstimes.com/news/magazine/1018631/priority-from-the-wrong
Belgium remains part of EU group prepared to recognise Palestine, clarifies De Croo
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022044/belgium-remains-part-of-eu-group-prepared-to-recognise-palestine-clarifies-de-croo
Brussels delays decision on classification of iconic Palais du Midi: The Brussels Government was supposed to formally decide on the classification of the ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021972/brussels-delays-decision-on-classification-of-iconic-palais-du-midi
Anyone can be a philanthropist: How to give back, in Belgium and abroad: "Modestly wealthy people without children is a classic profile ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-unlocked/1019663/anyone-can-be-a-philanthropist-how-to-give-back-in-belgium-and-abroad
Austrian general explains himself to EU’s foreign policy chief about Holocaust denial
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1022304/austrian-general-explains-himself-to-eus-foreign-policy-chief-about-holocaust-denial
Brussels Mayor joins EU-wide call for the right to set safer speed limits: "This is not about restricting the freedom of cars, but about making roads safer ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021272/brussels-mayor-joins-eu-wide-call-for-the-right-to-set-safer-speed-limits
Blades of iconic Moulin Rouge windmill collapse in Paris: No injuries were reported, the Paris fire brigade said, adding that there was no longer any risk of ...
brusselstimes.com/world-all-news/1021126/blades-of-paris-landmark-moulin-rouge-windmill-collapse-tbtb
Quick Glance: Unexpected Collapse of Moulin Rouge Windmill Blades in Paris
- The red windmill blades of the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret collapsed unexpectedly onto the street.
- The cabaret's technicians conduct routine checks on the windmill mechanism, so far without any issues.
- The fire department verified that the collapse resulted in no injuries.
- The Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris is renowned for its iconic red windmill blades and is a popular landmark.
In the same prison in Iran, treated differently by Sweden?: "Both Djalali and Florerus were falsely accused of espionage."
brusselstimes.com/politics/1021896/in-the-same-prison-in-iran-treated-differently-by-sweden
EU raises air quality standards but exceptions to the rules will apply: Environmental groups say the new law is "one of the most ambitious air quality ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019941/eu-raises-air-quality-standards-but-exceptions-to-the-rules-will-apply
Quick Glance: 130 million Americans face unhealthy air quality challenges
- Wildfire smoke from Canada caused dangerously unhealthy air quality in the U.S. in 2023.
- Over one-third of Americans, about 130 million people, breathe in unhealthy air annually.
- Air quality has improved in the East but worsened in the Western U.S., highlighting disparities.
- Unequal air quality exposure, challenges, and progress in air cleaning efforts are discussed.
The project is part of wider plans to revamp a network of streets in the Brussels municipality of Schaerbeek. Show more
Belgian bank merger puts 150 senior jobs at risk: It is estimated that the Crelan-Axa Bank merger will incur 150 job losses, representing a 12% reduction in the ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021492/bank-merger-puts-150-senior-jobs-at-risk
Dutch-language schools in Brussels: Almost 50% of children who apply do not get in
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1009702/dutch-language-schools-in-brussels-almost-50-of-children-who-apply-do-not-get-in
Just five employers sign up to four-day working week pilot: More than half of the companies pulled out after realising the model's impact ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1020106/just-five-employers-sign-up-to-four-day-working-week-pilot
'Short-sighted': Brussels appeals new permanent permit for Brussels Airport: "In the 21st century, it is no longer conceivable to have an airport close to ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021812/short-sighted-brussels-will-appeal-permanent-environmental-permit-for-brussels-airport-tbtb
'Everything is ready': Working asylum seekers must now pay for reception costs: The controversial bill has been contested since 2011 but was approved by a ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021199/everything-is-ready-working-asylum-seekers-must-now-pay-for-reception-costs
Return of the e-scooter: Limit on operators in Brussels overturned: All rejected e-scooter companies will now be allowed again to operate in the capital – ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021893/return-of-removed-e-scooters-limit-on-operators-in-brussels-overturned-tbtb
Le Chou: 5 Possible Von Der Leyen Alternatives: Le Chou Exclusively Reveals The Frontrunners To Unseat Ursula Von Der Leyen As European Commission President
brusselstimes.com/column/1021237/5-possible-von-der-leyen-alternatives
Dangerous 'zombie' drugs on the rise in Brussels: "This is simply inherent to the type of activities that involve a great deal of crime money ...
brusselstimes.com/1019703/it-is-all-connected-designer-drugs-on-the-rise-in-brussels
EU marks 20th anniversary of its 'big bang' enlargement: The European Parliament marked the 20th anniversary of the European Union's enlargement – with an eye on ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019955/eu-marks-20th-anniversary-of-its-big-bang-enlargement
Brussels' RainbowHouse cancels election debate after criticism over N-VA participation
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020559/brussels-rainbowhouse-cancels-election-debate-after-criticism-over-n-va-participation
Domestic abuse victims to receive 'starter pack' when they leave abusive partners
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1020306/domestic-abuse-victims-to-receive-starter-pack-when-they-leave-abusive-partners
Another Belgian MP falls victim to Chinese cyberattack: "I don't intend to give in and will continue to express my opinion on Taiwan and on the situation of ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021142/another-belgian-mp-falls-victim-to-chinese-cyberattack
Portugal celebrates 50th anniversary of revolution that defeated fascism: With virtually no bloodshed, the uprising of non-commissioned officers ...
brusselstimes.com/world-all-news/1021164/portugal-celebrates-50th-anniversary-of-revolution-that-defeated-fascism
Schaerbeek Mayor verbally attacked by citizen during council meeting: A resident called the Mayor a "dirty whore" in the middle of the Schaerbeek ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021123/schaerbeek-mayor-verbally-attacked-by-citizen-during-council-meeting-tbtb
Brussels house prices further dropped though flats grow more expensive: With the European Central Bank (ECB) not expected to lower interest rates until June ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1009977/brussels-house-prices-further-dropped-though-flats-grow-more-expensive
Extra tickets released for Royal Greenhouses in Laeken after event sold out: Even with the expanded capacity, tickets sold out in just three days. However ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1021097/royal-greenhouses-in-laeken-releases-500-tickets-after-event-is-sold-out
More green spaces in Brussels, but too small and unevenly distributed: Green spaces represent about 19% of the Region's area, but only 9% without the Sonian ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1019978/more-green-spaces-in-brussels-but-too-small-and-unevenly-distributed
Hangar Festival to welcome 10,000 festival goers this weekend along Brussels canal
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020279/hangar-festival-to-welcome-10000-festival-goers-this-weekend-along-brussels-canal
None of the above? Blanco party aims to be an alternative for disillusioned voters
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018903/none-of-the-above-blanco-party-aims-to-be-an-alternative-for-disillusioned-voters
Balkan Trafik: A taste of Southeast Europe in Brussels: Balkan Trafik returns to Brussels this weekend, with Manu Chao and Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra ...
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1018137/balkan-trafik-a-taste-of-southeast-europe-in-brussels
Filing taxes online possible from 24 April: What to know: What are the deadlines to fill out your taxes, either online or on paper? And what changes could impact ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019609/filing-taxes-online-possible-from-today-what-to-know-tbtb
Future in the EU at heart of presidential elections in North Macedonia: The political life of this Balkan state, home to 1.8 million inhabitants ...
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1019451/future-in-the-eu-at-heart-of-presidential-elections-in-north-macedonia
‘There could have been more value for money in EU’s aid for refugees in Turkey’, say EU auditors
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1019610/there-could-have-been-more-value-for-money-in-eus-aid-for-refugees-in-turkey-say-eu-auditors
From hiking across Belgium's beautiful countryside to ultimate frisbee in Brussels' Parc de Woluwe, there is a sports group for everyone in the Belgian capital.
New platform to help Brussels residents have their say in local projects : Participatory democracy is a way for non-Belgian nationals, who cannot vote in ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1019931/new-platform-launched-to-help-brussels-residents-have-their-say-in-local-projects
The Belgian perk of choice? Meal vouchers widespread in Brussels and Wallonia: Belgians prefer meal vouchers over better compensation and additional holidays ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019696/the-belgian-perk-of-choice-meal-vouchers-widespread-in-brussels-and-wallonia
No adoption of Animal Welfare Code in Brussels before end of parliamentary term: Brussels' parliamentary Environment Committee members have begun discussing the ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020007/no-adoption-of-animal-welfare-code-in-brussels-before-end-of-parliamentary-term
Botanique's two-week spring festival Les Nuits starts tonight: In the coming two weeks, music fans can head to Botanique in the north of Brussels to enjoy ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020230/botaniques-two-week-spring-festival-les-nuits-starts-tonight-tbtb
Belgium in Brief: All the political rivals in one place: The political cards are about to be tossed into the air and parties are vying for votes ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-in-brief/1019783/belgium-in-brief-all-the-political-rivals-in-one-place
Air traffic control strike in France: Brussels Airlines cancels eight flights on Thursday
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019668/air-traffic-control-strike-in-france-brussels-airlines-cancels-eight-flights-on-thursday
'Getting production off the ground': EU will collaborate better to tackle drug shortages
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1019564/getting-production-off-the-ground-eu-will-collaborate-better-to-tackle-drug-shortages
Five times more skin cancer detected in Belgium over last 20 years: One in six people in Belgium develops a skin tumour in their lifetime, making skin cancer the ...
brusselstimes.com/health/1019427/five-times-more-skin-cancer-detected-in-belgium-over-last-20-years
Record number of complaints against Federal Government in 2023: Complaints in particular have been on the rise: in five years, the total number of such cases ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019416/record-number-of-complaints-against-federal-government-in-2023
Six Walloon communes pledge to support regional dialects: The project highlights regional dialects such as Walloon, Picard, Gaumais, Champenois ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018217/six-walloon-communes-pledge-to-support-regional-dialects
Brussels to create new walking and cycling path to Tour & Taxi Park: "Today, people still have to make a long diversion to enter the park even though they ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1017960/brussels-to-on-create-new-walking-and-cycling-path-to-tour-taxi-park
The Brussels Times selects some of the best exhibitions currently on show in museums and galleries. Show more
UK passes controversial bill to deport migrants to Rwanda: UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk stated that the UK's heavily criticised bill goes ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018362/uk-passes-controversial-bill-to-deport-migrants-to-rwanda-tbtb
Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
"Instead of slowing down, the global electric revolution seems set for another growth stage". The IEA forecasts another record year with a 20% rise ... Show more
Belgium opens new forensic drug expertise centre in fight against drug mafias: The Belgian authorities cannot afford to lag behind if criminal organisations ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1018693/belgium-opens-new-forensic-drug-expertise-centre-in-fight-against-drug-mafias
Mothers and low-income families hit hardest by crèche shortages, school costs and divorce fees
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1006988/mothers-and-low-income-families-hit-hardest-by-creche-shortages-school-costs-and-divorce-fees
No more 'Good Living'? The ambitious policy to transform Brussels in political danger
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1016713/ambitious-good-living-policy-aiming-to-transform-brussels-now-in-danger
Belgium welcomes UNRWA report saying Israel 'yet to provide evidence' for claims: "Belgium has maintained its funding and calls on other governments to ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1017992/belgium-welcomes-unrwa-report-saying-israel-yet-to-provide-evidence-for-claims
Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Far-right German MEP assistant arrested on suspicion of spying for China: The suspect is an assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the AfD’s leading candidate in the ...
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1017996/far-right-german-mep-assistant-arrested-on-suspicion-of-spying-for-china
Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
Brussels inaugurates new centre for domestic abuse victims: "The courts, police, social services or medical centres can reach out to us for coordination ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1017909/pooling-resources-brussels-inaugurates-novel-domestic-abuse-centre
Involuntary manslaughter case against police officers dismissed by courts: The family says the dismissal "once again proves the impunity enjoyed by police ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018813/involuntary-manslaughter-case-against-police-officers-dismissed-by-courts
'True rebirth': Iconic Hotel Métropole one step closer to renovation: The city landmark which hosted prominent figures such as Albert Einstein, Marie Curie ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1017791/true-rebirth-iconic-hotel-metropole-one-step-closer-to-renovation
Femicides: Belgium still failing to collect data despite pioneering law: Belgium last year became one of Europe's legislative pioneers in the fight against ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1016450/femicides-belgium-still-failing-to-collect-data-despite-pioneering-law
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