"Sexist and sexual violence is a health issue, it is a safety issue. It is not a fun branding thing that you can do."
In the wake of the latest wave of civil unrest, an exceptional police presence will be in place to prevent any outbreak of protest during the festivities.
"Although the European Parliament adopted the law today, it has been ransacked by the vested interests of many of our lawmakers."
A government ordinance meant to ease restrictions on providing accommodation is still under discussion.
European Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans has said that the future of all EU climate legislation hangs in the balance with this vote.
As the public housing sector is under pressure from multiple sides, the issues could be a major point in the 2024 elections.
The biggest of the two fundraising efforts was started by the spokesperson of far-right politician Éric Zemmour.
After 140 years of activity, the Anderlecht slaughterhouse will cease to operate.
"This is a historic turning point in the fight against gender violence in Belgium."
"I am hurting for my France," said French footballer Kylian Mbappé.
While Brussels, Wallonia and the Federal Government fall in line with the EU reduction targets, Flanders aims lower and refuses to budge.
"It was a very clear manipulation of the vote," said the French MEP and committee chair Pascal Canfin.
Between 15 May and 15 June, the agency collected 1,097 tonnes of waste from orange bags.
300,000 m² of office space in Brussels' European quarter will be transformed into a green neighbourhood with shops, offices and homes.
The Brussels and Walloon Environment ministers supported the proposal, but it was opposed by the Flemish side.
Seven countries – including Belgium – did not back the deal.
For several countries, including Belgium, 2022 was the hottest year ever recorded.
Belgium must spend €350 billion by 2050 to bring its buildings in line with its climate objectives. By 2025, 500,000 buildings must be renovated in Brussels.
The reform aims to create a less commercial economic model for early childhood care but nine daycares have already announced they will close.
Over half of all GPs in Belgium are 55 years or older, found the 2021 census of healthcare staff.
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