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WEB2 days ago · Today's announcement follows a previous rate cut in June, as the ECB says inflation will continue to fall between now and 2026. Current Issue: Summer 2024. The Brussels Times - News and analysis on politics, Brussels, EU Affairs, business, world, national news, and more.
Brussels restaurant finally opens on largest rooftop in Europe
WEBMar 7, 2024 · By Lauren Walker. Credit: Belga/ Rooftop 58. The City of Brussels finally opened the long-awaited restaurant in Brucity on Thursday. It is located one floor under the largest rooftop in Europe, on which a bar opened last summer. The administrative staff of the central municipality moved from its former offices on Place de Brouckère to a new ...
Brussels Beer Project opens massive new beer garden by canal
WEBMay 20, 2022 · Popular bar and brewer Brussels Beer Project is set to open the doors of a huge new brewery with a massive beer garden this weekend along the canals of Anderlecht, southwest Brussels. The Brussels Beer Project has been serving up the best in craft Belgian beer out of its bars since 2013, with …
Here’s why Belgium has nine health ministers - The Brussels Times
WEBMar 5, 2020 · The smallest of the three regions, Brussels manages to have three ministers charged with some aspect of health policy. Alain Maron (Ecolo) and Elke Van den Brandt (Groen) are members of the same political grouping, and each is responsible for people with a disability, hospital policy, the elderly and psychiatric care.
Brussels’ iconic Hotel Métropole finds new buyer
WEBNov 22, 2022 · The hotel’s equally iconic café was fortunately saved by former employees of the hotel in June 2021, who reopened the premises and its impressive terrace. It is expected that as well as taking over the hotel the new owners will acquire the café and nine commercial units along Rue Neuve. The opulent reception of the Hotel Metropole in ...
Ommegang of Brussels returns to Grand Place on 29 June
WEBMay 26, 2022 · The Ommegang show is a UNESCO world heritage event, which takes place annually in Brussels. Now, after a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, the event is back on 29 June and 1 July at the Grand Place. A medieval parade, the Ommegang celebrates the arrival of Emperor Charles the V and his son Phillip the II to Brussels in 1549.
Manneken-Pis: The real story behind the iconic statue - The …
WEB5 days ago · At its origins, however, the famous Manneken-Pis is practical in purpose, with a little bit of whimsy thrown in for good measure. The statue of the “pissing boy,” as he is commonly called, has led a long and not always easy life, surviving the bombardment of Brussels in 1695 and various wear and tear over the centuries.
Belgium's image revived by architectural innovation - The Brussels …
WEBSep 13, 2024 · Belgium's transformation is a testament to the power of visionary leadership and collaborative processes. The Open Call system has nurtured a rich architectural culture, enabling architects to create pragmatic, thought-provoking and inclusive spaces. As Belgium continues to inspire the world with its architectural achievements, it is crucial ...
Strike week in Belgium: What disruptions to expect, and when
WEBJun 20, 2022 · Thursday 23 – Saturday 25 June. Brussels Airlines personnel last week announced plans to hold a three-day strike on 23, 24 and 25 June after the cabin crew issued an indefinite strike notice similar to that issued by the pilots the week before. They are urging management to reduce the high work pressure and to not index their “cafeteria ...
Traffic congestion drops in Belgium, but still remains a big issue
WEBJul 17, 2019 · The number of traffic jams on Belgian roads has fallen over the first half of the year in comparison to the same period in 2018, according to the latest barometer prepared by Touring Mobilis and Be-Mobile. It is the first time since 2015 that a decrease has been recorded. Touring cannot say this is a consistent trend yet, as the figure is too ...