A glass of wine or a beer after work, after training, during meal preparation… for many, alcohol is part of the routine, sometimes daily. But this regular, sometimes excessive consumption is not devoid of impacts: In Belgium, alcohol consumption is more than 9 liters of pure alcohol/year/inhabitant. The harmful use of alcohol causes 10.5% of…
23-year-old Axelle Rimanque from Leuven proves that not all dreams are lies. She lived on the street for three years, but now she is fully building her future and is even competing for the crown of Miss Belgium. Axelle Rimanque (23) from Leuven tells the Sudpresse newspaper that until recently her life was anything but…
The pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, also known as the Camino de Santiago or the Way of St. James, is a spiritual journey with deep historical and religious significance. It is one of the most popular and renowned pilgrimages in the world. The pilgrimage’s focal point is the city of Santiago de Compostela, located in…
EU countries issued more than 94,000 new residence permits to Russian citizens in 2022, exceeding the figures for any period since 2008, according to Eurostat data. The European Migration Network (EMN) has published several reports for 2022 for different countries. Most residence permits for Russians were issued by EU states like Germany – 16,066, and…
Almost 500 electric cars are on board the ship, which has been burning off the coast of the Netherlands since Wednesday, the ANP agency reported on Friday after receiving information from the ship’s operator. Most of them are Mercedes-Benz. A ship can burn for several weeks, and as a result of extinguishing the fire, it…
The history of the origin of the Relic of the Holy Blood before it arrived in Bruges is shrouded in mystery and legends, as there are no authentic historical sources. However, ancient tales describe how the blood of Christ was collected and preserved in a certain vessel, reflecting the zeal and devotion of the first…
Delicate and exquisite Flemish lace is an essential attribute of royalty. Flanders has always been renowned for its lace, rivaling Italy in its craftsmanship. The secret of creating these intricate laceworks goes beyond the nimble fingers of lacemakers—Flemish artisans cultivated flax suitable for lace production and possessed the technology to produce ultra-thin linen thread. During…
The European Union has designated July 15 as an annual day of remembrance for the victims of the global climate crisis. The EU Commission, based in Brussels, announced this significant step to commemorate the victims of climate disasters in Europe and worldwide. The purpose of this day is not only to honor the lives lost…
Squatters occupied a building in the southern part of the capital of the Netherlands, which until recently housed the commercial office of the Russian Federation. And this is not just any building, because for years it was supposed to be a cover for Russian spies. “Inside the building, everything breathes espionage,” wrote the Algemeen Dagblad daily. The…
For several months, the capital of the Netherlands has been running the “Stay Away” campaign in Great Britain, aimed at discouraging young Britons from coming to Amsterdam. The campaign, sponsored by the city council, launched in March and targets Britons aged 18 to 35 who have been described as “potentially disruptive tourists”. At the same…
Belgium has many high-quality educational institutions offering various programs of study in English, French, Dutch, or German. Application Fee for University Admission Let’s consider the following rule with the example of admission to the University of Brussels. Students who want to apply with a non-Belgian diploma will receive (within a few days) a request for…
The following 4 items are mandatory in your car when driving on public roads in the Kingdom of Belgium: Emergency stop sign Fire extinguisher Reflective vest First aid kit Every car driver must always carry the following documents: Driver’s license and identification card Green or white card issued by your insurance company Registration certificate issued…
British film crew in Ostende in the year 1955: original images of, among others, away flower clock, Petit Paris, away strand and… Vera Lynn. Vera Lynn, was a British singer, who achieved great fame during World War II and was nicknamed Forces’ Sweetheart. The song We’ll Meet Again, written by Ross Parker and Hughie Charles,…
After the devastating fire in 2019, parts of the exposed construction show how the craftsmen managed to build a church that stood for centuries. Foto:Â Pixabay The whole world held its breath in 2019 when Notre-Dame in Paris was ablaze, which destroyed most of the roof of the world-famous Gothic cathedral in 15 hours. However, there…
Did you know that the houses number 12 and 14, located on rue Barre Saint-Brice in Tournai, are considered to be the oldest in Belgium? The houses were built back in 1172 and 1200. During the Second World War, these buildings were significantly damaged during the bombing and were partially restored. In Ghent, on the…
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