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…

Brussels Marathon 2022

Brussels Marathon 2022

The 17th edition of the Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 2 October.  Runners from all over the world will put on their running shoes for the entirely new course. Will you?  We are giving you 5 good reasons why you should not miss this wonderful running event. 1. Start…

Top international artist gears up for much-awaited Brussels concert

Alvaro Soler

Back by public demand…..that’s German/Spanish singer-songwriter Alvaro Soler. After a three year ‘hiatus’, the hugely popular artist has confirmed what is sure to be a sell-out appearance in Brussels later this month. In an exclusive interview with this website, he revealed the reason why he decided to release a new song, why he wanted to…

Europride in Serbia

Following the announcement of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić that the Serbian government wants to ban this year’s international EuroPride event in Belgrade, allegedly because of various internal and external “pressures” on the country, MEPs Terry Reintke and Viola von Cramon met with Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić this week to discuss the situation. Terry Reintke…

The Rubens House in Antwerp

This autumn, work will commence on the new garden of the Rubens House.  A new museum gallery, albeit one without a ceiling, is set to be added to the master’s house.  It is an opportunity to enjoy colour 365 days a year, thanks to Dries Van Noten, who helped choose a colour scheme and plant…

Europe’s Video Games Sector

Top Ten Video Games

A comprehensive picture of Europe’s video games sector has been published. It was compiled with data provided by Ipsos, GSD and EGDF-ISFE members for the Video Games Industry Insights report.   Responding, ISFE Chair Olaf Coenen said: “Our revenue remains stable after the exceptional increase between 2019 and 2020, owing to video games’ role in helping millions of people…

Brussels “Eat Festival”

After its special “Dinners” edition in 2021, the Eat Festival returns from 29 September to 2 October, in the heart of the Gare Maritime in Tour & Taxis.  Over the 4 days of the festival, more than 60 gastronomic artisans offer the best of Brussels to the public.  It’s an invitation to discover the culinary…

Harlem Globetrotters Return to Belgium

Harlem Globetrotters

They’re back – the Harlem Globetrotters have been a regular home in Belgium for many years.  Each time they choose a different city to demonstrate their spectacular basketball tricks to the Belgian public. They return later this year with their new ‘Spread Game Tour’ to the Lotto Arena in Antwerp on October 6 and DÔME…