27th edition of Busworld Europe held at Brussels Expo in Belgium

Exhibitors introduce their solutions to visitors during Busworld Europe in Brussels, Belgium, on Oct. 4, 2025. The 27th edition of Busworld Europe is being held at Brussels Expo, Belgium, from Oct. 4 to 9, 2025. As the world's leading biennial...

Paris conference launches international united front against war

‘Peace is much more than the absence of war… there is no peace without liberation for all peoples’, argued a delegate from Spanish socialist party Podemos on the first day of the international conference against the war in Paris. Jerome Legavre,...

King Philippe, Queen Mathilde release Prince Emmanuel’s new portrait on his 20th birthday

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde are celebrating their youngest son Prince Emmanuel’s 20th birthday milestone. Taking to their Instagram account on Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Belgian Royal Family released a striking birthday portrait of the...

See photos of Queen Letizia, Meghan Markle and other royals in opal jewelry

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Opals have a curious history. The gemstone, which is softer and can chip more easily than other precious baubles, is suddenly back in the spotlight....

Belgian security officer arrested on suspicion of spying for China

A Belgian security service officer has been arrested on suspicion of espionage, officials confirmed on Friday. The man was detained in Brussels on Thursday and his home searched the same day. He was later released under strict conditions by an...

Shutdown Halts Events at Military-Base Schools

Students at Pentagon-operated schools on or near military bases are facing disruptions due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The Department of Defense Education Activity, known as DoDEA, manages prekindergarten through 12th grade...

Anna Hall’s Belgian Rival Voices Criticism at National Track Officials Amid World Championships Controversy

Picture this: you’re set to compete at the pinnacle of world athletics, but instead of support, your own federation allegedly pulls the rug from under you, revoking your training pass in what feels like payback. That’s the storm Belgian heptathlon...

Military drones ‘behind Munich airport closures’

Military reconnaissance drones were behind the closure of Munich airport for the second night in a row, reports in Germany have said. The airport, one of Germany’s largest, was forced to ground flights late on Thursday and Friday before reopening...

NATO ally warns of ‘hybrid war’ threat from Russia as drones plague European military bases and airports

Denmark, a founding member of NATO, has added to growing alarms about the threat of “hybrid war” from Russia as drone sightings spread to more European airports and even military installations. On Thursday, the airport in Munich, Germany, grounded...

Belgian trade mission heads to California amid Trump’s trade war

Despite a US government shutdown and renewed trade tensions under president Donald Trump’s second term, Belgium is pressing ahead with a major trade mission to California. The nine-day mission, led by Princess Astrid, brings together more than 500...

Belgian security service officer arrested over alleged espionage for China

A staff member of Belgium’s security service has been arrested and charged with espionage. According to Ukrinform, Politico reported this, citing two individuals familiar with the case. The man was detained on Thursday, and his home was searched...

USAID contraceptives in Belgium: 'This stock in perfect condition must be seized to meet urgent needs'

A stockpile of contraceptives funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), valued at nearly $10 million [about €8.51 million], has been stored for months in Geel, Belgium. These millions of pills, implants and IUDs,...

Shutdown cancels sports games and dances for students at military-base schools

Students who attend Pentagon-operated schools on or near military bases are among those feeling the effects of the government shutdown, which started just after midnight Wednesday and will leave some federal employees without paychecks and...

Two Belgians on hunger strike after Gaza flotilla detention

Two Belgian nationals detained in Israel after joining the Global Sumud Flotilla have begun a hunger strike, according to Flotilla Belgium. The participants are human rights lawyer Alexis Deswaef and Brussels-based activist Latifa Gharbaoui. The...

Week Ahead: U.S. Government Remains Closed, China Is On Extended Holiday, And Markets Hardly Notice

Image Source: Unsplash The US federal government was forced to close by the inability of Congress to pass a single appropriations bill for the new fiscal year that began October 1. Despite the disruption for government workers and their families,...

'Get serious' — Russia is already at war with Europe, Ukraine’s deputy foreign minister says

Russia is already at war with Europe, Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergiy Kyslytsia has said in an interview with the Guardian published on Oct. 4. Kyslytsia warned that Europe needs to "get serious" about the existential threat posed by...

Belgium wants guarantees for the decision to use Russian assets

Yesterday’s discussions on Russia and Ukraine focused mainly on the use of frozen Russian assets to finance loans to Ukraine. Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever remains skeptical about the move, concerned about the potential legal ramifications....

Belgium spots 15 drones over military base near German border

Belgium’s Defense Ministry is investigating an incident in which 15 drones were observed Thursday night over the Elsenborn military base near the German border. The ministry said that on Friday it was still probing the incident. It's currently not...

Bangladesh interim govt faces international criticisms over human ...

Human rights activists and experts from South Asia and Europe recently expressed concern over the widespread violations of human rights in Bangladesh under the tenure of interim chief Muhammad Yunus. The activists remarked during an event hosted...

Vincent Kompany wants nothing to do with Bayern Munich’s club politics

The higher-ups at Bayern Munich are known for their brash statements, most of which are completely unnecessary. Not only is it incredibly distracting but it is also a bad look for the club. Some of the club’s past coaches have fallen victim to all...