Photo by Ahmad Sofi on Unsplash In a surprising development, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has announced his decision to step down and leave Syria, directing the government to transfer power peacefully. This unexpected move marks a dramatic shift in the political landscape of the Middle East. It raises questions about Syria’s future stability and the…
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Call to Back Europe’s Brewing Industry
Photo by Elevate on Unsplash Beer remains a motor for Europe’s economy but continues to face multiple challenges, ranging from the aftershocks of the Covid pandemic to supply chain turbulence, say The Brewers of Europe. The 2024 edition of the European Beer Trends Report, released on 3 December, provides a snapshot of country-by-country production, consumption…
Burlesque in Belgium
Belgium is often either sadly misrepresented or just ignored when it comes to international discourse. But there is one artist from these shores who is most certainly flying the flag for Belgium when it comes to artistic endeavour. The man in question is Felipe Garcia who has built up a well-earned name for himself for…
Christmas Concert 2024
A cherished Christmas tradition returns to Brussels this year. It is the annual Christmas concert in the city’s magnificent Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula. It takes place on Friday, December 27 at 5pm and is again organised by the association ARS in Cathedrali. The concert features the Choir of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation which…
Cancer on the Front Line
Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash Three courageous female health professionals who work in Ukraine have told this website of the “nightmarish” conditions they have to work under as a result of the war. They were in Brussels this week to attend a major cancer summit. It is estimated the war has so far…
Action to help cancer patients in conflict zones
Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash The Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine have had a significant impact on cancer patients, emphasising the need for global collaboration in response to these crises. Recognising the need for a voice to address such challenges, the European Cancer Organisation (ECO) has created a new Focused Topic…
Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom and Security
Photo by Silver Ringvee on Unsplash As we mark the sombre milestone of 1,000 days of all-out war, Ukraine continues to stand firm against Russia’s unprovoked invasion. What began on February 24, 2022, as an aggressive assault on Ukrainian sovereignty has now evolved into a broader battle for the survival of democracy and international law….
Speculation About Nuclear Weapons Unfounded
Photo by Stephen Cobb on Unsplash Recently, the British newspaper The Times suggested that Ukraine could develop a nuclear weapon if the United States were to reduce or cut military aid significantly. This statement has raised concerns and prompted a swift and definitive response from Ukrainian officials. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has categorically…
Chemical Weapons Today
Photo by Mick Henson on Unsplash. As we commemorate armistice day, and the end of hostilities in World War One, let us remember that Chemicals were first weaponised for warfare in 1914 and killed thousands of foot soldiers in an agonising death. Today, 110 years later the use of chemicals by mafia states to kill…