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How a Brussels mayor wants to cancel a right-wing conference: The authorities in the Belgian capital tried three times to break up a high-profile meeting of ...
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Quick Glance: Brussels Mayor's Battle Against Right-Wing Conference
- Authorities in Brussels attempted multiple times to dissolve a conference of right-wing politicians, inadvertently benefiting the organizers.
- Despite resistance and the mayor's intervention, the National Conservatism Conference took place in a different hotel.
- Prominent politicians like Viktor Orban and Nigel Farage discussed topics such as the nation-state and the future of Europe.
- After intense reactions and criticism, the police ordinance was lifted, and the second day of the conference proceeded without incidents.
Rue Belliard redesigned: Cars still prioritised over pedestrians and cyclists: Rue Belliard is one of Brussels' busiest streets, but plans to redesign part of ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1006495/rue-belliard-redesigned-cars-still-prioritised-over-pedestrians-and-cyclists
Orbán and Farage’s right-wing fiesta goes ahead in Brussels after big court win: The controversial gathering will continue as planned.
politico.eu/article/viktor-orban-nigel-farage-right-wing-fiesta-go-ahead-brussels-big-court-win/
Quick Glance: Brussels Police Shut Down Right-Wing Conference with Farage and Braverman
- Brussels police stormed a right-wing conference attended by Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman after orders for the event to be shut down.
- The controversial National Conservatism Conference was closed to ensure public safety.
- Despite police arriving and giving attendees 15 minutes to leave, speeches continued.
- The conference, hosted by Viktor Orban and the Edmund Burke Foundation, aimed to strengthen national conservatism principles in Western countries.
Orbán to Brussels: Time to shake up ‘bad’ EU leadership: “If the leadership proves to be bad, it must be replaced. It’s that simple,” Hungarian leader says.
politico.eu/article/hungarian-prime-minister-viktor-orban-calls-for-eu-leadership-change-at-the-upcoming-elections/
Russia's war: EU holds out prospect of further aid for Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was connected to the EU summit in Brussels via video ...
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Schaerbeek hostel converted into asylum reception centre: The site, closed at the end of March, has been repurposed to provide accommodation for around 100 ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1012825/schaerbeek-hostel-converted-into-asylum-reception-centre
Boulevard Adolphe Max pedestrian improvements inaugurated: The pedestrian area on Boulevard Adolphe Max in Brussels is finally clear of construction vehicles and ...
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Belgium among countries with best work-life balance worldwide: In Belgium, full-time workers devote 65% of their day on average (15.5 hours) to personal care and ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/989256/belgium-among-countries-with-best-work-life-balance-across-the-world
Recognize Palestine, Irish prime minister to tell EU leaders | DPA: Ireland's new prime minister said on Wednesday he will use his first EU summit in ...
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EU summit after attack on Israel: extension of Iran sanctions decided: Iran must be isolated internationally after the major attack on Israel ...
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Highway code may change for cargo bikes: Cargo bikes, some of which can transport up to four children as well as pets and shopping, are on the rise in Brussels - ...
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Should we take the microphone away from the right?: The example of a conference in Brussels shows: No, this only strengthens them.
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Chevy Teases 2025 Corvette ZR1, the Turbocharged American Supercar: If you thought the 670-hp C8 Z06 was badass, just wait for the 900-hp+ twin-turbo ZR1.
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Brussels parks to open first 'guinguette' summer bars this weekend: The Fabiola 'guinguette' in Parc Roi Baudouin (Jette) and André in Parc de Laeken will be the ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1009947/brussels-parks-to-open-first-guinguette-summer-bars-this-weekend
China war sales to Moscow surge as UK and US ban Russian metals: The UK and US have banned certain Russian-made metals, while China's sales of war parts to ...
euronews.com/2024/04/13/ukraine-war-uk-and-us-metal-ban-china-sells-military-parts-to-moscow-russian-influence-net
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Belgium in bloom: Spring snaps from across the country: We asked our readers to send us their best spring photos whilst out and about over the past weeks ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1007065/belgium-in-bloom-spring-snaps-from-across-the-country
Brussels police shut down far-right 'NatCons' fundraiser: Brussels police are in the process of shutting down the controversial National Conservative Conference ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1008189/brussels-police-shut-down-far-right-natcons-fundraiser-tbtb
Statue on Brussels Place Rouppe finally gets new hand, but in wrong position: The statue's hand disappeared in mysterious circumstances in 2017 ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/997917/statue-on-brussels-place-rouppe-finally-gets-new-hand-but-in-wrong-position
Can Brussels turn the Toison d’Or into a Champs-Élysées?: The short shopping stretch from the Porte de Namur to Place Louise, known as the Toison d’Or ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/991372/can-brussels-turn-the-toison-dor-into-a-champs-elysees
Where do your taxes go in Belgium?: We all know that taxes are high in Belgium, but where does the money end up? From pensions to defence ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/973648/where-do-your-taxes-go-in-belgium
Brussels restaurant offers free cocktail to everyone sharing its name: A trendy Italian restaurant in Ixelles is beginning the spring season in the best possible ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1013538/brussels-restaurant-offers-free-cocktail-to-everyone-sharing-its-name
Exclusive: Poland focusing on EU recovery grants, law change to ramp up investments
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Quick Glance: Poland's Strategy for EU Recovery Grants and Law Change to Boost Investments
- With a little over two years left to spend European Union recovery money, Poland is firmly focusing on maximizing the smaller grants portion of the program, while viewing cheap loans as a secondary component.
- Poland is expected to receive 6 billion euros from recovery funds on Monday, and Prime Minister Donald Tusk's government is revising the national reconstruction plan to list projects and reforms aimed for approval by Brussels this month.
- To expedite investments, the Polish government is also working on amending existing laws to avoid converting all incoming euro-denominated funds into Polish zlotys, with a decision expected either this month or next.
- However, some economists caution that investor optimism regarding the inflow of funds may be excessive, especially with the upcoming Polish presidential elections next year potentially impacting the implementation of necessary reforms to ensure the continuous flow of funds.
Three Belgian cities ranked among best in Europe: "Understated Brussels" was included in the top 20 for its breathtaking architecture ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/997602/three-belgian-cities-ranked-in-europes-top-100-brussels-among-20-best
Life-threatening knife attack in Brussels city centre
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Majority of EU states object to capital markets reform push: France led calls to revive financial integration project to help fund Europe’s rearmament and green ...
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Cancel culture comes to Brussels: Those trying to cancel the National Conservatism conference believe public life must be subjected to the policing of speech ...
politico.eu/article/cancel-culture-comes-to-brussels/
Brussels and Oslo to cooperate on CO2 capture and storage: Belgium plans to construct a CO2 pipeline offshore between Zeebrugge, Belgium, and Norwegian CO2 ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1007834/co2-capture-and-storage-brussels-and-oslo-to-cooperate
Belgium in Brief: What future for night trains in Europe?: Can night trains make the leap from a more niche transport mode to an airline-beating everyman’s ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1009878/belgium-in-brief-what-future-for-night-trains-in-europe-tbtb
Eurostar terminal in Brussels gets much-needed renovation: Seating, which is currently lacking in the Brussels terminal, will double, while facilities to buy ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1001282/eurostar-terminal-in-brussels-gets-much-needed-renovation-tbtb
Frustrated farmers are rebelling against EU rules. The far right is stoking the flames
apnews.com/article/europe-democracy-farmers-protest-green-deal-elections-a0278919b2fe47c7476c0c56ccf4850b
EU expected to sue Germany over gas tariff, sources say: The European Commission is expected to sue Germany for charging its neighbours an extra fee for buying ...
reuters.com/business/energy/eu-expected-sue-germany-over-gas-tariff-sources-say-2024-04-17/
Electric cars now form majority of new car registrations in Belgium: There are differences between the regions: the increase is particularly marked in Brussels ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1003026/electric-cars-account-for-majority-of-new-car-registrations-for-first-time-in-belgium
G-7’s $10 Trillion Defense Spending Task to Reshape EU Budgets: Welcome to the Brussels Edition, Bloomberg’s daily briefing on what matters most in the heart of ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-09/g-7-s-10-trillion-defense-spending-task-to-reshape-eu-budgets
EU leaders to hear shake-up needed to match global rivals: European Union leaders will hear on Thursday how the bloc could act to catch up to the United States ...
reuters.com/technology/eu-leaders-hear-shake-up-needed-match-global-rivals-2024-04-18/
Hidden Belgium: A lost museum in Brussels: Built in 1881, this ornate glass-roofed gallery originally had 30 shops, several theatres and a museum.
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/219297/hidden-belgium-a-lost-museum-in-brussels
EU asylum reform: Parliament approves new rules in Brussels: After years of discussions, MPs in Brussels on Wednesday cleared the way for a reform of asylum law ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/migration-eu-parlament-beschliesst-umstrittene-asylreform-li.2204674
Belgium declares war on MEPs who took Russian 'cash': Belgian spies have evidence MEPs took Russian money, Belgium's prime minister has said ...
euobserver.com/world/158351
Belgium pushes to expel controversial Palestinian activist ‘hate preacher’: Mohammed Khatib leads Palestinian group already banned in Germany for its actions ...
timesofisrael.com/belgium-pushes-to-expel-controversial-palestinian-activist-hate-preacher/
Foreign Secretary heads to Brussels for post-Brexit Gibraltar talks: Following Brexit, the British overseas territory has been operating under temporary rules.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68790429
Palais 1 in Brussels opens Gaza donation centre from Friday: The centre, whose opening hours are 11:00 to 20:00, has an indefinite operation period and will be ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011858/palais-1-at-heysel-will-host-a-donation-centre-for-gaza-from-friday
Cancel culture in Brussels: The British government is "concerned" about the EU ban on the Conservative conference - Die Weltwoche
weltwoche.de/daily/cancel-culture-in-bruessel-die-britische-regierung-ist-beunruhigt-ueber-das-eu-verbot-von-konservativer-konferenz/
'From grey highway to lively boulevard': Brussels inaugurates redesigned Boulevard Adolphe Max
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1004503/from-grey-highway-to-lively-boulevard-brussels-inaugurates-redesigned-boulevard-adolphe-max
Brussels venue withdraws from Orbán conference: Concert Noble will no longer host NatCon conference next week.
politico.eu/article/brussels-concert-noble-viktor-orban-conference-mcc-natcon/
Police ordered to end far-right 'Nat-Con' Brussels conference: The controversial far-right "National Conservatism" conference taking place in Brussels was ...
euobserver.com/eu-elections/158362
LIVE: NATO foreign ministers arrive for a meeting in Brussels: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quick Glance: NATO Exposes Russian Spies in Brussels
- In recent years, NATO has expelled suspected Russian spies from its headquarters in Brussels.
- Secretary General Stoltenberg confirms the expulsions without providing specific numbers.
- German politicians like Strack-Zimmermann and von Notz call for better security measures against espionage.
- Kiesewetter describes the Russian intelligence system as offensive-aggressive and praises NATO's response.
Life-threatening knife attack in Brussels city centre: A little later in the evening, a second person was slightly injured in a brawl that broke out in the ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1000965/life-threatening-knife-attack-in-brussels-tbtb
Eurostar terminal at Brussels-Midi to be expanded and improved: The Eurostar terminal in Brussels-Midi station will undergo major renovation ...
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Political storm erupts after police ordered to shut down hard-right NatCon conference in Brussels
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Belgium probing Russian influence network suspected of paying MEPS: The Belgian federal prosecutor has opened an investigation into EU lawmakers accused of ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/12/belgium-investigating-russian-influence-network-suspected-of-paying-eu-lawmakers
‘Ridiculous own goal’: Brussels mayor gives Europe’s hard-right a free hit before EU election
politico.eu/article/ridiculous-own-goal-brussels-mayors-give-europe-hard-right-nationalists-free-hit-before-eu-election/
Belgian chocolate makers call for greater sustainability in the sector: "Belgian chocolate is recognised as some of the world's finest; we have a leadership ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1010329/belgian-chocolate-makers-call-for-greater-sustainability-in-the-sector
'Harder to escape': Ban e-scooters across Brussels at night, mayor proposes: After a shooting in the Marolles area in February, the perpetrators fled on ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1005779/harder-to-escape-ban-e-scooters-across-brussels-at-night-mayor-proposes
Belgium probing alleged Russian interference in EU election campaign: Belgian prosecutors are looking into possible Russian interference in the upcoming European ...
reuters.com/world/europe/belgium-probing-alleged-russian-interference-eu-election-campaign-2024-04-12/
2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Marks Return of Fabled Nameplate Last Seen in 2019: We're only months away from seeing the new Corvette ZR1 in all its glory ...
caranddriver.com/news/a60455693/2025-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-teased/
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
Singapore Airlines returns to Belgian capital with launch of new direct Brussels route
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Flemish drinking water highly polluted with PFAS, but purifying costs millions: PFAS concentrations in drinking water in the Brussels periphery far exceeded ...
brusselstimes.com/health/1009591/flemish-drinking-water-highly-polluted-with-pfas-but-purifying-costs-millions
Giant ducks take up residence in Saint-Catherine: Several giant ducks made from mineral fibre were unveiled by the City of Brussels on Monday.
brusselstimes.com/brussels/989258/giant-ducks-take-up-residence-in-saint-catherine
Europe's Trumpists warm up for EU elections with series of rallies: Leading Eurosceptics are ready to shake up June’s EU election campaign with a set of rallies ...
euractiv.com/section/elections/news/europes-trumpists-warm-up-for-eu-elections-with-series-of-rallies/
Mayor of Uccle wants to re-open Bois de la Cambre to traffic: This measure could take a variety of forms, such as only opening the route to traffic on weekdays ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1011989/mayor-of-uccle-wants-to-re-open-bois-de-la-cambre-to-traffic
19-year-old shot on Avenue Louise in Brussels: The victim was transferred to hospital and at present, the young man's life is still in danger.
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/992463/19-year-old-found-shot-on-avenue-louise-in-brussels-tbtb
Belgium in Brief: Could Brussels be grand like Paris?: Despite the gilded name, Toison d'Or is long past its golden age. But are plans for a Belgian ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/992712/belgium-in-brief-could-brussels-be-grand-like-paris
Can Brussels turn the Toison d’Or into a Champs-Élysées?: The short shopping stretch from the Porte de Namur to Place Louise, known as the Toison d’Or ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels/991372/can-brussels-turn-the-toison-dor-into-a-champs-elysees
By order of the mayor: police block entrance to right-wing populist conference in Brussels
spiegel.de/ausland/polizei-blockiert-eingang-zu-rechtspopulisten-konferenz-in-bruessel-a-2195b314-52b2-42b1-9826-acbb43155f18
Second train stabbing in a week: 69-year-old victim in critical condition: A 69-year-old woman was stabbed while sitting on a train from Antwerp Central Station ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/992880/another-stabbing-on-belgian-train-69-year-old-victim-in-critical-condition-tbtb
European far right condemns move to ban Brussels conference: Politicians say chaotic attempt to shut down gathering undermines free speech ahead of EU elections
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EU employee imprisoned in Iran: supporters demand release: Johan Floderus was arrested at Tehran airport in 2022. Since then he has been in custody and doesn't ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/17/33-jahriger-schwede-und-eu-mitarbeiter-seit-zwei-jahren-im-iran-in-haft
US needs Europe for its security too, NATO chief says: NATO not only strengthens Europe's security, but also makes North America stronger ...
reuters.com/world/us-needs-europe-its-security-too-nato-chief-says-2024-04-04/
Brussels venue ditches far-right conference after public pressure: The Concert Noble venue pulled out of the conference featuring far-right figureheads like Eric ...
euobserver.com/eu-political/158355
Greedy Belgian taxman should keep hands off Russian assets, West tells Brussels: Ukraine’s allies slam Belgium’s plan to take €1.7 billion in tax ...
politico.eu/article/russian-assets-belgian-tax-authorities-ukraine-aid-eu-g7-euroclear/
Belgium in Brief: Could Brussels be grand like Paris?: Despite the gilded name, Toison d'Or is long past its golden age. But are plans for a Belgian ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/992712/belgium-in-brief-could-brussels-be-grand-like-paris
Von der Leyen staffing turbulence plays into EU elections: A human resource crisis at the Commission comes ahead of a sensitive changing of the guard in Brussels ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/16/von-der-leyen-staffing-turbulence-plays-into-eu-elections
Blinken grounded by aircraft mechanical issue in Paris, drives to Brussels for NATO meeting
reuters.com/world/europe/blinken-grounded-by-aircraft-mechanical-issue-paris-drives-brussels-nato-meeting-2024-04-03/
Auderghem up in arms over works on Léonard crossroads: Brussels mobility minister Elke Van den Brandt has called a meeting with her Flemish colleague Lydia ...
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Seventy new chefs at Brussels' third Streat Fest: Festival-goers not only get to explore the different food stands, but also have access to 150 culinary and ...
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1012130/seventy-new-chefs-at-brussels-third-streat-fest
Freedom of speech? Belgian antifascists respond to attacks after far-right 'NatCons' fundraiser
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011516/freedom-of-speech-belgian-antifascists-respond-to-attacks-after-far-right-natcons-fundraiser
European Parliament passes stricter EU migration and asylum rules | DPA: The European Parliament passed stricter migration and asylum rules in the European Union ...
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Belgium’s three most dangerous stations are in Brussels: The top three most dangerous railway stations in Belgium are all located in Brussels ...
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'Child of divorce': If Belgium splits, what happens to Brussels?: Flemish nationalist parties are on track to (again) become the biggest winners of the election ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1002349/child-of-divorce-if-belgium-splits-what-would-happen-to-brussels
European elections: Belgium's judiciary investigates Russian attempt to exert influence
spiegel.de/ausland/europawahl-belgien-ermittelt-zu-russischem-einflussversuch-a-72298da0-7b26-46d4-94d8-c6e1c6b05ec9
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