By Martin Banks

A British By-Election Like No Other

Photo: Manager of butcher shop Peter Cain. Photo by Else Kvist Is the ‘King of the North’ on course to topple the Prime Minister of the UK? Andy Burnham contests a tightly fought British by-election in northern England, challenging Reform UK amid voter frustration, Labour struggles, and speculation about national leadership implications and future government…

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Emirates Introduces Travel Insurance Covering Conflict Disruptions Amid Rising Global Travel Risks

Photo: An Emirates aircraft prepares for departure as the airline unveils a pioneering travel insurance package featuring conflict-related protection and enhanced disruption support. Photo courtesy of Emirates. Emirates Adds Conflict Travel Cover Emirates has introduced an industry-first travel insurance package covering conflict-related disruptions, medical expenses, flight rebooking, hotel accommodation, and extended support, offering passengers greater…

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Act of Remembrance Honours War Dead Buried In Belgium

Photo: Veterans, military personnel, diplomats, and community members gather at Evere Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery in Brussels during the Royal British Legion’s annual Act of Remembrance honoring Allied war heroes. Photo credics:.George  Thompson : Imperial War Museums, Robert Melot, Dennis Abbott. Brussels Town Cemetery (CWGC) Brussels Remembers Allied Heroes The Royal British Legion’s annual Act…

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Belgian Wine Industry Reaches Record Heights as Production and Global Recognition Surge

Marc Declerck speaks at the launch of the Gault & Millau Belgian Wine Guide 2026 in Brussels, celebrating Belgium’s record-breaking wine industry growth. Photo: Gault & Millau Going down a treat … that’s wine from Belgium Belgium’s wine industry achieved a record 4.3 million litres in 2025. Gault & Millau’s new wine guide highlights growing…

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In Belgium’s Ardennes, Le Hameau De La Semois Reimagines Tourism With Sustainability And Accessibility

Photo: Wooden eco-lodges at Le Hameau De La Semois overlook the scenic Semois River in Belgium’s Ardennes, promoting sustainable and accessible tourism. Flying the flag for sustainability…. and social tourism Le Hameau De La Semois, a new eco-village in Belgium’s Ardennes, combines sustainable tourism, affordable holidays, local partnerships, and outdoor experiences, creating an environmentally conscious…

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Europe Unveils First-Ever Strategy For Islands And Coastal Regions, Promising Growth And Resilience

PHOTO: Marie-Antoinette Maupertuis welcomes the European Union’s first-ever Islands Strategy, describing it as a historic milestone for island and coastal communities. Photo credit: European Commission EU Unveils “Historic” New Islands Strategy The European Union introduced its first dedicated strategies for islands and coastal communities, aiming to boost connectivity, sustainability, economic growth, climate resilience, and long-term…

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Belgium Military Wives Choir : A “Lifeline” For Women

Photo: Members of the Belgium Military Wives Choir perform during a remembrance ceremony, using music to foster community, support military families, and honour fallen service personnel. For Military Families Far From Home, A Choir Becomes A Place To Belong Belgium Military Wives Choir supports women connected to military life through music, friendship, and community, helping…

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Emirates Seeks New Crew Members in Belgium as Global Travel Demand Soars

Ready For Takeoff: Candidates arrive with CVs at the Emirates open recruitment day, seeking to join the airline’s elite, multinational cabin crew team based in Dubai. Giving your career a real lift off Emirates is holding cabin crew recruitment events in Brussels and Antwerp, offering candidates training in Dubai, tax-free salaries, travel benefits, accommodation, and…

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The Beatles….. Still Winning Awards

Phtoto: Representatives from The Beatles Story celebrate after winning the Gold International Tourism Award at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026 in Bristol. Photo by Pexels The Beatles Story Strikes Gold The Beatles Story won gold in the International Tourism Award category at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026, recognizing its outstanding visitor experience and…

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Despite Economic Pressures, Europeans Continue To Back Nature Protection, Survey Finds

Photo: Citizens across Europe continue to show strong support for biodiversity conservation, protected areas, and nature restoration initiatives, according to a new EU survey. Photo by Son Tung Tran Europe Backs Biodiversity A new EU Green Week survey shows overwhelming European support for biodiversity protection, protected areas, and Natura 2000, with citizens urging stronger implementation…

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