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Jan 12, 2025 · Brussels South Charleroi Airport (BSCA) warned of potential delays for both departures and arrivals on Monday in a message posted on Facebook on Saturday. Travellers with flights scheduled on Monday are advised to arrive two hours before their departure times. Meanwhile, unions representing shipping pilots say the impact on ferries will be "limited".

Jan 9, 2025 · 2024 was marked by uncertainty and upheaval, with tensions rising around Europe and new challenges emerging within the Union. At the heart of this, Belgium has been rocked by elections that left the country without a government to act on policy decisions.

Oct 13, 2024 · Yet on the night, PS managed to limit the damage and keep hold of its inner city strongholds in Brussels. The party continues to be punished at the ballot box, yet, overall, the socialists held their ground – especially in key places like the City of Brussels, where Mayor Philippe Close (PS) is likely to remain in his position.

Jan 5, 2025 · 2024 was marked by uncertainty and upheaval, with tensions rising around Europe and new challenges emerging within the Union. At the heart of this, Belgium has been rocked by elections that left the country without a government to act on policy decisions.

Dec 27, 2024 · In late November, a police office opened for a trial period at Brussels-Midi train station, as a way to cope with the high levels of crime in the area. Moreover, in the same month, a police check carried out as part of the wider crackdown on crime found heavy firearms in a taxi in Molenbeek.. However, despite the increased efforts, tackling crime …

Jan 13, 2025 · A nationwide strike is being organised on Monday 13 January. Workers from all sectors are taking part. Public transport in Brussels and Wallonia, trains across the country, flights, postal services, and schools will be impacted.

Nov 12, 2024 · As the COP29 climate change conference takes place this week in Azerbaijan, a European Investment Bank (EIB) survey has revealed that just half of Belgians believe climate adaptation should be prioritised.

Oct 17, 2023 · At a press conference later on Tuesday morning, Verlinden refused to confirm that Lassoued had acted alone. "The Federal Prosecutor's Office is doing everything possible to investigate all possible scenarios," she said.