The tourism sector is defined by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev as one of the strategic sectors of the country’s national economy. In a short time, thanks to the open door policy in Uzbekistan, the number of visa-free countries has grown from 9 to 90 over the past three years, and…
Culture
Race Hots up in Competition for European City of Culture
The French city of Montpelier has thrown its hat into the ring in the race to become European City of Culture in 2025. It is among ten French cities competing to win the prestige award and a delegation from Montpelier and the city of Sete, which is supporting the initiative, were in Brussels this week…
Annual Christmas Concert
One event that is held in Brussels every year and invariably sells out is the traditional Brussels carol concert at the city’s Koninklijk Conservatorium. This year the ever popular event will take place at 5pm on 18 December. Tickets are €20 for adults and €15.00 for children. Mary Gow is again the musical director/pianist and Ian…
26 September is the European Day of Languages
To mark the occasion, the Commission organised a conference on language learning. The online event focussed on language awareness in schools and how multilingual classrooms can support inclusion and solidarity. In light of the large number of displaced pupils from Ukraine, participants will discuss the support currently provided to these children and their families to learn…
Calling all Ferrari Fans
An expo devoted to one of the world’s best-known sports brands is set to open in Brussels. There couldn’t be a better time to pay homage to this mythical sports car as this year Ferrari is celebrating its 75th anniversary. For just over two months (23 September-4 December) Autoworld in Brussels will showcase 15 exceptional Ferrari models. Each one…
Atomium Awards Winners
The winners of the Atomium Awards were revealed on Friday 9 September, the day of the BD Comic Strip Festival launch. The festival has honoured comic book professionals for the past six years. This edition is no exception, with €95,000 in prizes that will be distributed between the winners. Brussels is a hotbed of creativity…
Launch of Kraemer Gallery & Inauguration of the Powder Magazine, in Sélestat
On Saturday 17 September and Sunday 18 September from 10.00 am to 19.00 pm, you are invited to the launch of the Kraemer Gallery on the occasion of the opening and the inauguration of a new art space in Sélestat: la Poudrière, the new art space introduces the artist Didier Stein to Sélestat. Kraemer Gallery…
Freedom of Faith in Kazakhstan
Currently, representatives of 130 ethnic groups and 18 religious denominations live in Kazakhstan, including Muslims, Orthodox, Catholics, Protestants, Jews, and Buddhists. There are many mosques and temples operating and being built all over the country, which are actively visited by believers. Religious freedoms in Kazakhstan are guaranteed by article 14 of the country’s Constitution, which…
Ever fancied a “Do-It-Yourself” approach to eating out?
At most restaurants, the diner is presented with a set menu from which to choose. But there’s one restaurant in Brussels that’s come up with a rather innovative “new way” to dining. At Ricotta & Parmesan, just a stone’s throw from the city’s famous Grand Place, you really can adopt a DIY method of eating. This is…
Former Britain’s Got Talent winner set for Belgian concert
A former Britain’s Got Talent winner is set to woo Belgium with a much-awaited appearance at Antwerp later this year. Fans of Jonathan Antoine will be excited to hear that he is due to appear on November 19 at the city’s Queen Elisabeth Hall. Antoine is one of the ex-winners of Britain’s Got Talent and…