News of Belgium: politics, sports, tourism, entertainment.
On September 22, 2025, a tragedy occurred in Brussels during the annual “Car-Free Sunday” event. A child died in a bicycle accident in Bois de la Cambre, a popular family park. This was the first fatal incident in the history of the event, held every third Sunday of September. “Car-Free Sunday” closes central Brussels to […]
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Belgium has grappled with a series of corruption scandals within its law enforcement in recent years. A significant case involves officers from Charleroi, where three members of the anti-drug unit were charged with embezzlement, document falsification, and abuse of trust. This incident not only undermined public confidence in the police but also revealed systemic issues
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The European Union is set to implement significant changes to border control in 2025–2026, aimed at enhancing security, automating processes, and combating illegal migration. Two key systems—Entry/Exit System (EES) and European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS)—will impact millions of travelers from third countries, including citizens of the UK, USA, Canada, and other visa-exempt nations.
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Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the de facto capital of the European Union, is widely known for its political vibrancy, chocolate, and architecture. However, data for 2023–2024 and projections for 2025 reveal a concerning trend: the region remains second in the EU for homicides per capita, surpassed only by Riga, Latvia. The rate of
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In August 2025, Belgium took a bold step by reshaping its asylum policy. As of August 4, individuals already granted protection status in other European Union countries are no longer eligible for places in Belgian shelters. This decision, part of “crisis measures,” aims to curb “asylum shopping”—the practice of applying for asylum in multiple countries.
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