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Rainy Days Ahead: Brace Yourself for a Wet Week in Belgium!
Expect heavy rain next week in Belgium. A month’s rain may fall in just days, especially on Tuesday and Thursday.
Revitalizing Brussels: Iconic Proximus Towers Set for Makeover
Brussels grants permit to convert 2 Proximus towers in North district. One tower for offices, another for residential use to enhance urban
FedEx Announces 385 Job Cuts in Belgium: Impact on Brucargo
FedEx to cut 385 jobs in Belgium, impacting 28% of the workforce. 2,000 employees across Europe to face redundancies.
UberTaxi Launches in Charleroi
UberTaxi has launched in Charleroi, allowing local taxi drivers to offer services through the Uber app in partnership with Taxi Europe.
Choosing the Right Energy (Electricity & Gas) Provider
The energy market in Brussels offers several suppliers, each with unique pricing structures and service offerings. While Total Energies has replaced Lampiris, it is noted that the prices remain higher … Read more
How to watch ICC T20 WorldCup ?
ICC.tv is the official streaming platform of the International Cricket Council (ICC). It provides cricket fans with access to live matches, highlights, and other cricket-related content.
Surprise Border Controls for Euro 2024 Football Championship
Days before the 2024 European Football Championship, German police will conduct surprise border checks on travelers from Belgium and Luxembourg to prevent any issues.
Leaving Belgium for Good
Leaving Belgium as an expat can be both an exciting and challenging endeavor. Proper planning and organization are crucial to ensure a smooth transition. Here are the detailed steps to consider before leaving Belgium for good
Disposing/Donating Old Clothes
Disposing of used clothes responsibly is an important aspect of sustainable living. In Belgium, there are several methods to ensure that unwanted garments are reused, recycled, or disposed of in an eco-friendly manner.
Getting Married in Belgium
If you are a person of Indian origin planning to get married in Belgium, read on this guide will save you many trips to commune & Indian embassy. Before we … Read more
IT salaries in Belgium Survey
When looking for a IT job or negotiating an offer, we always are confused about the correct market value of the position and experience. Sometime ago in December 2023 an … Read more
Rising Trend: More Workers Opt for Mobility Budget to Cover Housing Costs
A significant majority, 77% of Belgian employees benefiting from the mobility budget, are choosing to allocate it towards housing expenses, specifically mortgage payments or rent.
Undocumented Migrants Take to the Streets of Brussels in 20 km Race
In a bold move to challenge stereotypes and advocate for their rights, a group of undocumented migrants is set to join the prestigious 20 km of Brussels race this Sunday.
Ekaterina : Capture Timeless Elegance in Brussels
Ready to elevate your online presence or create lasting memories? Join Ekaterina, a skilled photographer in Brussels, for a photoshoot experience that’s both fun and stress-free!
European Consumer Groups File Complaint Against TEMU
A collective grievance has been lodged against the online retailer Temu for breaching recent EU regulations on digital services
European March for Gaza Ceasefire in Brussels
The Belgium-Palestine Association is organizing a European march for a Gaza ceasefire in Brussels on Sunday, 19 May.
ALERT : Expected demonstrations near Gare du Nord
SAFETY ALERT : demonstration is anticipated to draw tens of thousands, converging from diverse areas near Brussels Gare du Nord to Place Jeanray.
Fight Bike Theft: Register MyBike’s QR Code
MyBike is a free, government-backed program launched in 2023 to combat the high bicycle theft rates in Belgium. It started as a regional initiative in Belgium
Business Listings
Services and businesses nearby in Belgium to help you. Home made food, Tuition & Dance Classes, Indian Grocery, Photographers, Pandits and many more.
When is GPT-4o expected to rollout in Belgium?
Belgian users on the free tier is that access to GPT-4o’s text features is on the horizon. The rollout is expected to happen within the next few weeks.