Brussels – In a move signaling a growing emphasis on data sovereignty within the European Union, the Belgian Federal Public Service (SPF) Mobility and Transport is implementing a new cloud security model designed to ensure greater federal control over sensitive mobility data. The initiative, launched in partnership with Inetum and Microsoft, centers around the use … Read more
New Brain Scan Offers Hope for Objective Fibromyalgia Diagnosis For millions worldwide, fibromyalgia remains a frustratingly elusive diagnosis. Characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties, the condition often faces skepticism due to the lack of objective diagnostic tools. However, a recent study conducted by researchers in Belgium suggests a … Read more
Lisbon, Portugal – Negotiations are underway between the Iranian Football Federation and FIFA to potentially relocate Iran’s group stage matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup from the United States to Mexico, a move prompted by escalating geopolitical tensions and concerns over player safety. The discussions come amid heightened anxieties following recent conflicts in the … Read more
Brussels, Belgium – A poignant demonstration unfolded at Brussels Central Station on Sunday, March 15, 2026, as approximately fifty individuals living with long Covid and other post-infectious illnesses staged a “lie-in” protest. The action, organized by the patient advocacy group Not Recovered Belgium, aimed to highlight what participants describe as a critical lack of recognition … Read more
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Belgium: Protests Disrupt Government Offices – Updates
Belgian Protests Escalate as ‘Commune Colère’ Targets Government Buildings Brussels, Belgium – Demonstrations organized by the activist group ‘Commune Colère’ (Angry Commune) unfolded across Brussels on Thursday, March 5, 2026, targeting several federal public services in protest against what the group describes as policies that disproportionately harm vulnerable populations. The actions, which included attempts to … Read more
The Complex Path Back to Work for Individuals with Long-Term Disabilities The desire to remain connected to the workforce is strong among individuals facing long-term health challenges. Yet, translating that desire into a sustainable return to employment is a multifaceted issue, fraught with obstacles that extend beyond individual motivation. While initiatives aimed at facilitating a … Read more
The forecast for Tuesday across much of Europe points to a continuation of unsettled weather patterns, with drier conditions expected in the west but lingering cloud cover and potential visibility issues in the Ardennes region. While a complete shift to clear skies isn’t anticipated, the easing of rainfall in some areas offers a slight respite … Read more
Brussels, Belgium – A latest approach to childbirth is gaining traction at the University Hospital of Brussels (H.U.B.), offering expectant mothers greater freedom and control during labor. The hospital has pioneered the implementation of ambulatory epidural anesthesia for vaginal delivery, a first for French-speaking Belgium. This innovation allows women to remain mobile throughout the birthing … Read more
Ukrainian Refugee Children in Belgian Schools: Enrollment Trends and Ongoing Integration The influx of Ukrainian children into the Belgian school system, especially within the French Community of Belgium (FWB), continues as a direct result of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. While a significant wave of students arrived in 2022, the initial year of the war, … Read more
Flanders Sees Decline in Service voucher Usage Amidst Cost Increases Brussels, Belgium – the number of households in Flanders utilizing service vouchers for domestic help has decreased significantly, falling from 780,000 in 2024 to 757,000 in 2025.This decline, reported by opposition figures based on data obtained from Regional Minister of Employment Zuhal Demir (N-VA), coincides … Read more