News of Belgium: politics, sports, tourism, entertainment.
In 2025, Namur in Belgium was the center of attention for European travelers. It took 5th place in the European Best Destinations ranking – a list of the best tourist destinations in Europe, compiled based on the results of voting by more than 1.2 million people from 158 countries. This unexpected breakthrough can be explained […]
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In April 2025, in the Belgian city of Antwerp, employees of the Kringwinkel consignment shop discovered a ceramic plate created by Pablo Picasso. This work of art was accidentally found among ordinary household items brought to the store. After an examination, it was confirmed that it was an authentic work by the great artist. The
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As of January 1, 2025, Belgium officially became the first country in the European Union to completely ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes (so-called “puffs”). This decision caused a wide public outcry and was perceived as a serious step in the fight against both smoking among young people and environmental pollution. The ban applies
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Belgian authorities have officially expressed concern about a dangerous new TikTok trend under the hashtag #SkinnyTok. The trend, which is rapidly gaining popularity among teenagers and young adults, promotes excessive thinness and can provoke the development of anorexia and other eating disorders. Mental health experts and child psychologists warn that such content creates a distorted
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As Belgium faces economic difficulties and domestic problems, the government has decided to allocate €1 billion in military aid to Ukraine in 2025. Prime Minister Bart De Wever announced the decision despite growing problems at home, such as rising taxes and reduced social benefits. It seems important for Belgium to support Ukraine, but not everyone
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