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Brussels
Marc Coucke Buys Amadeus: majority stake in rib restaurant…
Marc Coucke, through his investment company Alychlo, has acquired a majority stake in the well-known rib restaurant chain Amadeus, further expanding his…
Economy
Krëfel CEO change: Vincent Nolf replaced by Alain Hellebaut
Electronics chain Krëfel replaces CEO Vincent Nolf after less than a year with Alain Hellebaut, marking a significant leadership change for the struggling…
Sport
Tom Boon (Red Lions) Nears Historic Top Scorer Record with 346 Goals
Belgian hockey icon Tom Boon, star player for the Red Lions, has scored 346 goals in 394 international matches and is on the verge of equalling or breaking the all-time international top scorer record. His upcoming game against Australia is pivotal.
Economy
Marc Coucke acquires rib restaurant chain Amadeus
Marc Coucke, through his holding company Alychlo, acquires the popular Amadeus rib restaurant chain, known for its all-you-can-eat ribs, aiming for further…
Flanders
Truck overturns Antwerp port: driver freed
A truck overturned at the North Sea Terminal in the Port of Antwerp, requiring the fire department to free the driver from the cabin after the accident.
Flanders
Antwerp: What to do this weekend in and around the city?
This weekend, August 22nd and 23rd, Antwerp offers a variety of activities. Discover the best tips for things to do in and around Antwerp.
Flanders
Junique Fashion under scrutiny: 7,000 parcels undelivered
Junique Fashion, a popular fashion store, is under fire for 7,000 undelivered parcels, leading to a debt of 340,000 euros. The Minister for Consumer…
Economy
Defense adapts barracks for new armored vehicles
Belgian Defense is adapting its barracks to accommodate new armored vehicles. Following Bourg-Léopold, work has begun in Marche-en-Famenne and will continue…
Sport
Jasper Philipsen sprints to Renewi Tour stage win Ardooie
Cyclist Jasper Philipsen convincingly won the second stage of the Renewi Tour in Ardooie, while unlucky Jonathan Milan was lapped after a fall.
Sport
Verstappen in Zandvoort: F1 home race full of memories
Max Verstappen is looking forward to his F1 home race in Zandvoort, a place where he has already built many fond memories and hopes for a victory on home…
Wallonia
US National Debt Exceeds 40 Trillion Dollars
The US national debt has surpassed a historic threshold, exceeding 40 trillion dollars. Washington's focus remains on managing interest rate hikes rather…
Flanders
Antwerp: 42 Properties Now for Sale via Immoweb
In Antwerp, 42 new properties have recently entered the real estate market, ranging in price from 169,000 to 2,495,000 euros, all available via Immoweb.
Flanders
Restaurant Briquet Antwerp: New location at the Oever
Restaurant Briquet in Antwerp has moved to a new location on the Oever, after four years at Vinçotteplein. The popular eatery Briquet will maintain its…
Economy
Liège: LeTec builds electric bus fleet in Tilleur
In Liège, LeTec is building the future of sustainable public transport by fully electrifying its bus fleet and centralizing it in a new depot in Tilleur.
Economy
E5 reopens stores in Wallonia after six-year absence
The Belgian fashion chain e5 is returning to Wallonia after a six-year absence, with the first store opening soon in Waterloo and five e5 reopenings planned…
Sport
Top Sprinters Choose Renewi Tour over Vuelta
The Renewi Tour, commencing today, is drawing top sprinters due to its numerous opportunities for mass sprints. This strategic advantage over the Vuelta highlights the race's significance for riders like Merlier and Philipsen in their preparation for upcoming championships.
Economy
Brussels subsidies frozen, criticism for Minister Hublet
Brussels Economy Minister Hublet freezes several subsidy lines for Brussels companies, drawing criticism from his own majority, in a move to control the…
Economy
'Les Dérangeurs' Dance Collective Enlivens Brussels Bourse Square
Brussels' Bourse Square came alive thanks to the 'Les Dérangeurs' dance collective, which, led by Anthony Jaba'a, delivered an energetic performance on the iconic square, transforming the public space. This event highlights the vitality of Brussels' urban culture and the potential of public squares as creative stages.
Brussels
Miniature Trains: Train World displays Belgian stations
In Brussels, Train World, the national railway museum, showcases an impressive exhibition of miniature trains featuring detailed Belgian stations built to…
Flanders
Plug Power cancels €400M hydrogen plant in Antwerp
Plug Power cancels its planned 400 million euro green hydrogen factory in the Port of Antwerp, citing uncertain profitability as the key reason for the…
Flanders
Antwerp River Cruises: Tourist numbers double, sparking…
Antwerp is experiencing a doubling of river cruise tourists due to low Rhine water levels, prompting a debate on the impact of this increase on the city.
Economy
New brasserie Le Guépard opens in Ixelles, Brussels
A new brasserie named Le Guépard opens in Ixelles, near Kasteleinsplein, marking the fifth venture for young hospitality entrepreneurs in Brussels.
Flanders
Iran offers $30,000 for US soldier, VRT NWS reports
Iran has offered a $30,000 reward for killing or capturing a US soldier, as reported by VRT NWS, further escalating regional tensions. This $30,000 bounty…
Economy
Victor Muller: Saab rescuer launches 1.6M Spyker supercar
Dutch businessman Victor Muller, known for his attempt to rescue car brand Saab, is now launching a new Spyker supercar priced at a staggering 1.6 million…
Brussels
Brussels Flower Carpet attracts 20,800 paid visitors
The Brussels Flower Carpet attracted over 20,800 paid visitors to the City Hall this year, proving the event to be a significant success for the city of…
Economy
Ferrari Luce: First electric Ferrari auctioned for $40…
The very first electric Ferrari, the Ferrari Luce, has fetched a record-breaking $40 million at an auction in California, highlighting the market trend for…
Economy
Ferrari Luce: Electric model breaks auction record at $40M
The electric Ferrari Luce has set a new auction record, with its first model selling for $40 million in California, shaking up the luxury electric car…
Flanders
Antwerp: Most expensive properties in province listed
This week, the ten most expensive properties in the Antwerp province were put up for sale, with prices reaching millions of euros, Immoweb confirms.
Flanders
Peatland Fire Flanders: 2,700 hectares incinerated, 600…
A large peatland fire in Flanders continues to expand, with 2,700 hectares of peatland now incinerated and 600 people evacuated from their homes near the…
Economy
Berkshire Hathaway Ups Alphabet Stake by 83%
Investment holding Berkshire Hathaway significantly increased its stake in tech giant Alphabet by a substantial 83 percent in the second quarter…