An installation on display at ULB’s Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management, where an exhibition marks 160 years of diplomatic relations between Belgium and Japan. Photo by Magda Ehlers Brussels Celebrates Belgium–Japan Ties A Brussels exhibition marks 160 years of Belgium–Japan diplomatic relations, showcasing two installations at ULB and celebrating a shared history of…
A European Union flag flies outside a modern building in Brussels, where EU and UK leaders are scheduled to meet on 20 November 2026. Illustrative photograph. A New Chapter For EU–UK Relations An upcoming Brussels summit will review EU–UK relations, with calls for deeper cooperation on trade, defence and youth mobility, alongside a clear timetable…
Kali, the newest Rothschild’s giraffe at Pairi Daiza, begins exploring her new home after arriving from Denmark. Kali Begins A New Chapter Kali, a young Rothschild’s giraffe, has arrived at Pairi Daiza from Denmark as part of a coordinated European breeding programme designed to protect genetic diversity across zoo populations over time. A leading Belgian…
Saving Belgium’s Lapwings A pioneering conservation project at ZOO Planckendael rescues vulnerable Northern Lapwing eggs from farmland, incubates them safely and releases young birds while helping restore habitats essential to their long-term survival. A Belgian zoo is doing its bit to help save a bird species threatened with extinction. Once a familiar sight in Belgian…
Majority Think EU Is A “Place Of Stability In A Troubled World” The interview highlights growing European confidence in the EU as a source of stability, peace and security, while economic concerns, rising living costs and expectations for stronger leadership continue increasing. While economic concerns grow, Europeans value the peaceful, protective and cooperative nature of…
Ireland Unveils Cultúr 2026 Ireland has launched Cultúr 2026, a cultural programme featuring more than 25 events in Belgium and over 400 projects across Europe, celebrating Irish arts, music, literature, and creativity during its EU Presidency. A programme of more than 25 Irish focused cultural events throughout Belgium will mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council…
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…
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…
Representatives of European technology companies, NGOs and Greens/EFA lawmakers present a joint call for stronger EU digital sovereignty and support for Europe’s technology sector. Europe Pushes For Tech Sovereignty Thirteen European technology companies, six NGOs and Greens/EFA lawmakers urged the European Commission to strengthen digital sovereignty through investment, fair competition, open standards, resilient infrastructure and…
Photo: Supporters of the Rejoin the EU campaign pose in Calais with their EU-themed banner during a 350km walk from London to Brussels, standing before the statues of Winston Churchill and Charles de Gaulle. The walkers are carrying a petition calling for the United Kingdom to rejoin the European Union. Photo Credit: Rejoin the EU…
