Martin Banks
Previously, he had worked for many years in regional journalism in the UK and freelanced for national titles.
He has a keen interest in foreign affairs and has closely followed the workings of the European Parliament and MEPs in particular for some years.
Annual poppy appeal launched by the Royal British Legion
The annual launch of the UK’s Royal British Legion poppy appeal has been marked with a moving tribute…
Brussels: New home of top tennis event
The European tennis Open – being held in Brussels for the first time – reaches an exciting climax…
Portuguese city honoured with Wine City 2026 title
The southern Portuguese city of Baixo Alentejo has been recognised as the European Wine City for 2026. The…
Autoworld in Brussels hosts multiple events this autumn
As the leaves fall, Autoworld, the highly regarded car museum, bursts with activity: until 14 December the exhibition…
Greens call for free passage of aid flotilla
The European Green Party says it “strongly condemns” the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid…
EU approves latest geographical indicators
The European Commission has approved the addition of ‘Olive taggiasche liguri’ and ‘Carne Salada del Trentino’ from Italy…
ARTONOV Festival: Reinventing Memory Through Music, Dance, and Multidisciplinary Arts
The ARTONOV Festival, inspired by Japanese sensory and multidisciplinary art, fosters the convergence of music, dance, circus, visual…
Webinar on acquiring Belgian nationality
Ever wondered about acquiring Belgian nationality? If so, an upcoming event could be just for you. A webinar…
Molenbeek and Brussels continue after 2030 culture bid loss
The European jury has announced its decision for the European Capital of Culture 2030, and Molenbeek for Brussels…
MEPs unhappy with housing report
The European Parliament’s special committee on the housing crisis in the EU has discussed its first draft report.…
EU auditors voice concern over medicine shortages
Medicine shortages have been a recurring issue throughout the EU for years, but the EU still lacks a…
Make way for the ninth art!
In just over a week, Brussels will be hosting the BD Comic Strip Festival in Tour & Taxis’…
Study reveals health gender gaps
A new Women’s Brain Foundation study reveals substantial sex and gender differences across key stages of the Alzheimer’s…
Auditors voice concern over trade
The EU is unlikely to meet its goal of directing 25 % of Aid for Trade funding to…
Pressure Mounts on West to Sanction Russia’s Titanium Industry
As Ukraine war grinds on, critics say exemption weakens economic campaign against Moscow. Policymakers in Washington, Brussels and…