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WEBToday's announcement follows a previous rate cut in June, as the ECB says inflation will continue to fall between now and 2026. Current Issue: Summer 2024. The Brussels Times - News and analysis on politics, Brussels, EU Affairs, …
Saint-Gilles prison is nearly closed for good - The Brussels Times
WEBApr 1, 2021 · The closure of the historic Saint-Gilles Prison is nearly completed, following the Brussels government’s sign off of the latest reclassification for the old castle-like structure on Thursday. The newest classification is part of the future conversion of the whole site, said the Secretary of State in charge of Heritage, Pascal Smet.
National strike in Brussels: Public transport disruptions
WEBSep 20, 2022 · Credit: Belga/Dirk Waem. For the third time this year, trade unions in Belgium are organising a national strike in protest over the government's insufficient measures to protect purchasing power. The actions on Wednesday 21 September will strongly disrupt public transport. Last week, trade unions issued a notice to members emphasising that many ...
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Brussels terror attack: What do we know so far?
WEBOct 17, 2023 · At a press conference later on Tuesday morning, Verlinden refused to confirm that Lassoued had acted alone. "The Federal Prosecutor's Office is doing everything possible to investigate all possible scenarios," she said.
Manneken-Pis: The real story behind the iconic statue - The …
WEB4 days ago · At its origins, however, the famous Manneken-Pis is practical in purpose, with a little bit of whimsy thrown in for good measure. The statue of the “pissing boy,” as he is commonly called, has led a long and not always easy life, surviving the bombardment of Brussels in 1695 and various wear and tear over the centuries.
The eight most stunning Art Nouveau buildings in Brussels
WEBAug 27, 2016 · Horta designed everything from the door handles to the astonishing skylight at the top of the house. One of the most beautiful buildings in Brussels, it was used as a location in the 2016 film The Danish Girl. You might have to queue to get inside, but it is worth the wait. Rue Américaine 25, St Gilles. Tel 02 543 04 90, www.hortamuseum.be.
Three in four trains cancelled: All you need to know about today's …
WEBOct 5, 2022 · Three in four trains cancelled: All you need to know about today's rail strike. Wednesday, 5 October 2022. By Maïthé Chini. and Lauren Walker. Credit: Belga / Thierry Roge. Today, three-quarters of the trains in Belgium will not run due to a 24-hour strike announced by the joint rail union front, which will severely disrupt train traffic ...
360° views: One of Europe's largest rooftops opens at City Hall
WEBJun 24, 2023 · 360° views: One of Europe's largest rooftops opens at City Hall. The Brussels skyline as seen from the rooftop on the Brucity building. Credit: Belga/ James Arthur Gekiere. The City of Brussels on Friday opened up the rooftop of its new administrative centre, Brucity, to the public, offering elevated views across the region.
Facing the truths of Belgium’s colonial past: The unresolved case …
WEB3 days ago · Lumumba’s son Roland brought a court case in January 2001 in Kinshasa against Belgium “for hiding its role in the murder.”. In 2010, the sons of Lumumba appealed again and started a case in a Brussels court. According to them, the order for the murder was directly given “by Brussels.”.