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Ostend Adrien de Gerlache Belgica 1897 anchor returns
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In 1897, Adrien de Gerlache led Belgica to Antarctica. The crew, including Amundsen and Cook, survived a harsh winter. The ship later sank in Norway.…
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The Post-Ukraine world of Trump’s realpolitik
We are heading to a new military conflict, but not in Europe. It is inevitable…
Does Burger King Support Israel? You Won’t Believe What We Found
Burger King, the globally recognised fast-food chain, has found itself under scrutiny regarding its stance…
Ghent port: Code rood blocks Cargill, protests agro-industry
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Code Rood climate protesters have established a blockade in front…
Schaerbeek Police shoot fleeing thief from supermarket
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Schaerbeek police force used their weapons to shoot an…
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Ostende police officer resigns amid harassment claims, Lawyer seeks investigation
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A female officer from the Oostende police resigned due to colleague harassment, with no action…
Crematorium Polderbos in Ostend expands with €1M electric oven
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Crematorium Polderbos in Ostend, opened in 2021, plans to invest €1 million for expansion, adding…
Nurses’ Week in Ostend: Celebrating 50 years with 4,000 attendees
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Nurses' Week, started in 1975 by NVKVV, attracts around 4,000 attendees annually. Historian Luc De…
Ostend’s Blauwe Kruis Calls for Shock Collar Ban to Protect Animal Welfare
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Animal shelter Blauwe Kruis is advocating for a ban on shock collars due to their…
Ostend celebrates James Ensor: 75 Years of Art and Legacy
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): In 2024, Ostend celebrates James Ensor's 75th anniversary with over 100 events and exhibitions, attracting…
Natuurpunt challenges Ostend Surf Club plans: height and size issues
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Natuurpunt is against the new surf club in Ostend because it's too tall and big.…
Ostend’s Thermae palace: Council pauses renovation amid conflicts
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Ostend city council has paused decisions on the Thermae Palace renovation due to legal…
Electrical fire in Ostend: Quick action saves neighbors’ home
Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A fire started in the basement of a house due to an electrical problem. Thick…
