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The Exorcist-inspired bar that’s been serving up a fright in Brussels for almost 50 years Le Cercueil is known for its selection of beers served in skull cups, and its cocktails with vividly on-brand names, including ‘Satan’s spawn’ and ‘Corpse Juice’.

Just a minute away from the crowds of Brussels’ Grand Place is a bar with a wooden exterior and a window displaying well-accessorised skeletons lying inside a coffin.
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Big tech lobby spending hits new record in Brussels, claims report Big tech lobby spending hits new record in Brussels, claims report

Tech companies spend more on lobbying in Brussels, according to a new report. Spending increased to €151 million, compared to €113 million in 2023.

Eurostar’s new gender-neutral uniform includes a subtle nod to Belgian culture Eurostar's new gender-neutral uniform includes a subtle nod to Belgian culture

“Society is changing, and everybody should be able to feel like themselves," said Valéry Paquay, the Eurostar manager at Brussels-Midi station.

'It’s not just a lost face': How a Belgian city became dementia-friendly A movement that started over a decade ago has been shaping a city in the North-west of Belgium, all in the name of inclusivity.

“They want to live their life just like we do. It's not because they have a diagnosis that life stops.”

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The racing sport struggling to pick up speed in Belgium The racing sport struggling to pick up speed in Belgium

The world's first all-electric motorsport was officially launched over a decade ago but it has yet to spark the interest of Belgians.

A Brussels bookseller’s tips on the books you should be reading this autumn A Brussels bookseller's tips on the books you should be reading this autumn

Looking for your next read? The Brussels Times stopped by Waterstones in Brussels to get the inside scoop on this season's bestsellers.

‘It’s not just a lost face’: How a Belgian city became dementia-friendly 'It’s not just a lost face': How a Belgian city became dementia-friendly

A movement that started over a decade ago has been shaping a city in the North-west of Belgium, all in the name of inclusivity.

‘I was told it was the flu’: Late sepsis diagnosis put lives at risk ‘I was told it was the flu’: Late sepsis diagnosis put lives at risk

Do you know the symptoms of the life-threatening condition that affects over 40,000 people in Belgium every year?

European Commission investigates alleged child abuse network on X European Commission investigates alleged child abuse network on X

"The offenders are exploiting the vulnerabilities and the weaknesses of the platforms. So in that sense, they have an enormous responsibility.”

Passengers at risk as pilots blinded by Belgian solar panels near airport Passengers at risk as pilots blinded by Belgian solar panels near airport

If the issue is not resolved, several flights could be impacted this summer.

Brussels hospital first with 100 robot assisted bypass surgeries Brussels hospital first with 100 robot assisted bypass surgeries

The hospital in the Belgian capital is "writing surgical history" with the global milestone.

Why did Belgian comics take over the world? Why did Belgian comics take over the world?

Tintin, Smurfs, and Lucky Luke, to name a few, are examples of successful Belgian comics. But what is it about Belgium that helped cartoonists thrive?

Belgium's water 'roulette': Extreme weather complicates water resilience "Water has been taken for granted for very long in Europe."

Belgium's water 'roulette': Extreme weather complicates water resilience

Will the new UK-EU deal shorten queues? After passengers at Brussels Airport spent hours waiting at passport control, the UK-EU deal offers a glimmer of hope for those avoiding long queues.

Will the new UK-EU deal shorten queues?

‘Sculptura’ festival declared bankrupt – artists left unpaid

'Sculptura' festival declared bankrupt - artists left unpaid

‘They see Brussels as an oil stain’: Changing a neglected capital

'They see Brussels as an oil stain': Changing a neglected capital

Belgium in Brief: Transparency? What transparency?

Belgium in Brief: Transparency? What transparency?

Children as young as eight posting sexual content online in Belgium

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Smartphone ban embraced by European and international schools of Brussels

Smartphone ban embraced by European and international schools of Brussels

'Murdoch on speed': Why is Elon Musk meddling in European politics? From weighing in on Nigel Farage's ability to lead Reform UK to reports of communication service deals with Italy, Musk is making headlines with his takes on European politics.

'Murdoch on speed': Why is Elon Musk meddling in European politics?

Chaotic inspection system leaves families at risk of CO poisoning "People have to make difficult choices to set their priorities to live or survive, and not enough attention is paid to safety measures."

Chaotic inspection system leaves families at risk of CO poisoning

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'Sculptura' festival: National Lottery withholds funds amid complaints Several artists were left empty handed months after the event despite sponsorships from public Belgian and EU institutions.

Several artists were left empty handed months after the event despite sponsorships from public Belgian and EU institutions.