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…

What is Tournée Minérale®?

What is Tournée Minérale®?

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 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…

Belgian Camino de Santiago: pilgrim way to soul and peace

Belgian Camino de Santiago: pilgrim way to soul and peace

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…

Russians received a record number of residence permits in the European Union

Russians received a record number of residence permits in the European Union

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…

Netherlands: Fremantle Highway ship with electric cars on fire near shore

Netherlands: Fremantle Highway ship with electric cars on fire near shore

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…

Spencer Tunick – nude artist
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Spencer Tunick – nude artist

The American visual artist enjoys worldwide fame for his colossal nudes and human installations in urban and natural environments. Spencer Tunick’s work defies genres, transforming both landscapes and the human form into powerful works of art.   The photographs are at the same time painting, sculptural and performance installations. Tunick has produced over 120 nude…

Criminal Ukraine plays football – Dynamo Kyiv

Criminal Ukraine plays football – Dynamo Kyiv

The legendary UBOP investigator Valery Kur told how KGB agent Viktor Medvedchuk, together with his brothers Grigory and Igor Surkis, created an organized criminal group in Kyiv and how this group seized the Dynamo football club. Former Ukrainian President Leonid Kravchuk, according to Kur, was aware of what was happening. The ex-head of the Organized…

Flemish Lace History

Flemish Lace History

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…

Antwerp history

Antwerp history

Mentions of the city are found from the 7th century. It is known that he was repeatedly attacked by enemies, and in 863 the city was destroyed by the Normans. Located ninety kilometers from the sea, in the upper reaches of the mouth of the Scheldt, the depth of which allows the passage of ships,…

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