Top interesting conversation topics with Belgians
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Top interesting conversation topics with Belgians

Belgians are known for their lively conversations, ranging from lighthearted anecdotes to in-depth discussions about current topics. Whether youโ€™re sitting at the coffee table with colleagues, attending a family gathering, or spending an evening with friends, a good conversation can work wonders in building connections and improving the atmosphere. But what should you talk about?…

Belgian coast: 60 km for recreation
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Belgian coast: 60 km for recreation

The Belgian coast offers a wide range of activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy. Beyond the cycling paths and walking trails, here are some other things you can experience: The Culinary Scene: Indulge in the delectable seafood that the coastal region is known for. Try fresh fish, mussels, shrimp, and other local specialties. Don’t…

Breaking barriers: Lennie Blockmans, the transgender candidate in the Miss Belgium

Breaking barriers: Lennie Blockmans, the transgender candidate in the Miss Belgium

The candidates who compete for the title of Miss Belgium this year have been announced. One of them is Lennie Blockmans. Lennie (25) is a student of Psychology and calls her transition ‘the toughest hurdle in her life’. She was born in a boy’s body, but decided in 2015 that she wanted to transition. Lennie…

Huisdieren houden in EU-landen

Huisdieren houden in EU-landen

Europese huisdierenbelasting In de EU moeten hondenbezitters een belasting betalen die per gemeente verschilt: in 2025 zou de EU-huisdierenbelasting kunnen oplopen tot โ‚ฌ 1.000 per hond per jaar, hoewel deze belasting lager zou kunnen zijn of zelfs helemaal niet zou bestaan. In sommige landen, zoals Duitsland, zijn hondenbezitters verplicht een belasting te betalen, die kan…

Perseids 2025 – Falling Stars and Other Celestial Events in August

Perseids 2025 – Falling Stars and Other Celestial Events in August

Soon, it will be the night of falling stars. In August, the Perseids will once again illuminate the night sky. When and where will they be most noticeable? What other astronomical phenomena can be observed in August, and what is the Sturgeon Full Moon? Welcome to our guide to falling stars, supermoons, and other fascinating…

Waarom is een oude iPhone beter dan een nieuwe Android

Waarom is een oude iPhone beter dan een nieuwe Android

Bij het vergelijken van de oude iPhone en het nieuwe Android zijn er verschillende belangrijke redenen waarom de oude iPhone wellicht de voorkeur verdient: 1. Prestaties en optimalisatie iOS-optimalisatie: Oudere iPhone-modellen zoals de iPhone 11 leveren vaak sterke prestaties dankzij optimalisaties van het iOS-besturingssysteem, waardoor ze zelfs met moderne apps sneller kunnen werken. Vergelijking met…

The current state of professional Ukraine crime and measures to combat it

The current state of professional Ukraine crime and measures to combat it

Current professional crime has a multifaceted nature. At the end of the 20th century, according to official data, there were more than 100 criminal specialties. This is twice as much as at the beginning of the century. Professional criminals include: criminals from the political elite; professional thieves, swindlers, counterfeiters, robbers, extortionists, hired killers. The greatest…

World Gun Control

World Gun Control

Firearms are not defined the same way in each country. Some terms are used in several countries in the context of gun laws. These include the following: shall-issue: granting of a required license or permit is subject only to the applicant’s meeting determinate criteria laid out in the law; the granting authority has no discretion…

How to rent appartament or house in Belgium (Flanders)

How to rent appartament or house in Belgium (Flanders)

Many people in this group may already be considering a longer-term rental of housing in Belgium. The process of finding accommodation can take weeks, and sometimes even months. We would like to share our experience and talk about the pitfalls and unexpected challenges that one might encounter in Flanders.   Useful terms to remember: Te…

Discrimination against cancer patients has ended in Italy

Discrimination against cancer patients has ended in Italy

On Friday, the Chamber of Deputies of Italy unanimously approved a law to combat discrimination against people who have overcome oncological diseases. The document grants these individuals the right not to disclose information about the presence of cancer; there are over a million such people in Italy. Now, the draft law must pass through the…

23-year-old girl was homeless and is now competing for the crown of Miss Belgium

23-year-old girl was homeless and is now competing for the crown of Miss Belgium

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…

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