Lufthansa pilots hold two-day strike Lufthansa pilots hold two-day strike

Months of failed labour talks prompt new Lufthansa strikes, starting Monday. The action follows cabin crew walkouts that recently disrupted thousands of passengers.

Wildlife experts unsure about impacts of Antwerp oil spill Wildlife experts unsure about impacts of Antwerp oil spill

Dead geese found near Antwerp oil spill raise alarms over ecological fallout. Experts warn recovery for soil and wildlife could take years amid ongoing cleanup.

Over a million workers get higher meal vouchers Over a million workers get higher meal vouchers

Meal voucher values in Belgium rise for the first time since 2016, as labour laws push employers to enhance non-salary perks.

Street art festival opens in coast town Street art festival opens in coast town

Silent disco jogs, skating routes, and murals celebrating resilience: Ostend's street art festival marks a decade of creative brilliance.

Younger Europeans thrive while over-65s face health struggles in new report Younger Europeans thrive while over-65s face health struggles in new report

Nearly 69% of EU citizens rated their health as “good” or “very good” in 2024. But among over-65s, stark differences emerge — Ireland leads at 62%, Lithuania lags at just 12.5%.

Union sues over ‘illegal’ rent charges in Brussels Union sues over 'illegal' rent charges in Brussels

Protesters decry landlords’ alleged exploitation of housing market loopholes, demanding an end to “illegal charges” and tenant mistreatment.

French diver dies in Belgian quarry French diver dies in Belgian quarry

A diver’s tragic death in a Belgian quarry exposes the dangers of underwater training, prompting renewed questions about safety measures and oversight.

Flanders house fire leaves elderly resident in critical condition Flanders house fire leaves elderly resident in critical condition

An apartment fire critically injured a 72-year-old man. Investigators found no foul play. Fast firefighting prevented further spread, but the resident remains in hospital.

Ukraine and Russia agree on brief Easter ceasefire Ukraine and Russia agree on brief Easter ceasefire

A 32-hour truce for Orthodox Easter begins, but pre-ceasefire assaults highlight ongoing volatility between Ukraine and Russia.

Cleanup continues after Antwerp dock oil spill Cleanup continues after Antwerp dock oil spill

37 ships stranded and docks contaminated: Antwerp port races to recover after oil spill forces closures and raises environmental alarms.

Limburg fire departments strengthen cross-border affiliation link Limburg fire departments strengthen cross-border affiliation link

Belgium and the Netherlands formalise cross-border fire crew cooperation, aiming for seamless emergency aid in the Limburg area. Change takes effect 1 May.

Two residents hospitalised in lethal Flanders fire Two residents hospitalised in lethal Flanders fire

Early morning fire devastates Tessenderlo-Ham home, claiming five pets despite residents’ narrow escape. Social services plan long-term support for displaced victims.

Traffic stop reveals suspected heroin dealer in Wallonia Traffic stop reveals suspected heroin dealer in Wallonia

A routine traffic stop for a seatbelt violation in Verviers led to the arrest of a suspected heroin dealer, raising questions about efficient police methods.

Government spends record sum on pension savings’ benefits Government spends record sum on pension savings' benefits

With pension savings tax breaks soaring, the government eyes reform to close gaps and boost transparency.

Popular fantasy fair FACTS kicks off in Ghent Popular fantasy fair FACTS kicks off in Ghent

Ghent's FACTS convention marks 43 years with international stars and unstoppable fan enthusiasm. Actor Eric Winter joins the lineup at Flanders Expo.

Collection of criminal fines now faster and more accurate Collection of criminal fines now faster and more accurate

€200m in uncollected fines highlights a long-standing issue in Belgium's justice system. Despite improvements, confiscation recovery rates remain strikingly low.

No more free meals in differentiated schools No more free meals in differentiated schools

€32-million funding for free school meals slashed to €19 million — schools warn they can't keep offering meals to low-income students.

Police seeks witnesses after jewellery robbery Police seeks witnesses after jewellery robbery

Liège police seek leads after armed robbers targeted a jewellery shop, escaping with valuables. The two suspects threatened staff at gunpoint before fleeing on a motorcycle.

Slow Art Day tells visitors to look at art consciously Slow Art Day tells visitors to look at art consciously

With studies showing 30 seconds per artwork, Slow Art Day pushes the pause button at museums, galleries, and cultural spaces across continents.

NGO points out online foreign influence at elections NGO points out online foreign influence at elections

Hungary's elections face controversy as fake profiles resurface, pushing narratives favouring Viktor Orbán amid claims of Russian meddling.

Storms to travel through Belgium throughout Saturday Storms to travel through Belgium throughout Saturday

Rising temperatures give way to turbulent skies: storms, high winds, and rain poised to hit nationwide by Saturday afternoon.

Astronauts back on Earth after ten-day mission Astronauts back on Earth after ten-day mission

Four astronauts of Artemis II have returned to Earth after travelling a record 406,777km from home. NASA calls the landing "perfect," marking humanity’s first crewed lunar flight since 1972.

Landmines devastate lives long after wars end, EU highlights urgent crisis Landmines devastate lives long after wars end, EU highlights urgent crisis

A quarter of Ukraine’s land is contaminated with mines, the EU warns. With €360 million pledged since 2022, it remains the largest donor for clearing deadly explosives.

Lost in Flanders: The afterlife of Lieutenant William Bastard Lost in Flanders: The afterlife of Lieutenant William Bastard

A name on a village memorial in Devon marks the short life of Lieutenant William Bastard, whose final resting place in Flanders Fields is still unfound.

Wallonia’s real estate market has calm start to 2026 Wallonia's real estate market has calm start to 2026

Following a surge in 2025, the Belgian region experienced a calmer market in the first quarter of 2026.

Long history of persecution: Roma people in Belgium still face deep-rooted racism Long history of persecution: Roma people in Belgium still face deep-rooted racism

Roma people are victims of persistent prejudice, stigmatising and hateful statements in the media and online, and often during interactions with the police.

Stunning castle just outside Brussels opens its grounds for spectacular floral display Stunning castle just outside Brussels opens its grounds for spectacular floral display

Inspired by Dutch and Belgian horticultural traditions, the festival showcases around 400 tulip varieties, alongside hyacinths and daffodils.

‘Magisterial’ Flemish artist is the star of a major new London exhibition 'Magisterial' Flemish artist is the star of a major new London exhibition

Michaelina Wautier, whose work was forgotten for centuries, is finally getting the recognition she deserves as one of the finest artists of the Flemish Baroque.

European Culture Street to open in Hangzhou showcasing traditions and tastes European Culture Street to open in Hangzhou showcasing traditions and tastes

European Culture Street brings 27 EU nations to Hangzhou with food, crafts, and live performances. Doors open 17 April with interactive exhibitions celebrating traditions and origins.

European Heritage Label sites aim to bridge cultures in Beijing exhibition European Heritage Label sites aim to bridge cultures in Beijing exhibition

From Schengen to Strasbourg, a travelling EU exhibition explores how heritage sites reveal Europe's integration story — now on display in Beijing.