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Van Doesburg secures legal right to ban pro-Palestine protests on Grote Markt
Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – January 19, 2026 – Antwerp Mayor Bart Van Doesburg has received court approval to ban demonstrations by pro-Palestine protesters on the Grote Markt. The ruling…
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Antwerp’s Waaslandtunnel: New local traffic rules starting September 23
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Waaslandtunnel, built in 1933, now allows only local traffic to reduce congestion. Starting September…
Antwerp police record 5,385 violations; 81% speeding in safety zones
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): From September 9 to 15, police in Antwerp found 5,385 violations in a traffic operation.…
Hans Van Themsche, 36, leaves Antwerp prison for evaluation after 18 years
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Hans Van Themsche, 36, has been in prison for 18 years for a racist shooting…
Antwerp’s waste crisis: Isvag’s incinerator permit revoked
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): In August, the Council for Permit Disputes took away Isvag's permit in Wilrijk. Indaver will…
Antwerp increases adapted transport budget to €600K, expands services
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Deputy Kathleen Helsen reported a 43% rise in demand for Antwerp's adapted transport services. The…
Antwerp swimming days attract 5,000 swimmers to Bonapartedok
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Belgium will compete at the Paris 2024 Olympics from July 26 to August 11, featuring…
Police crackdown at Antwerp central: 13 arrested, 4 businesses closed
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Police conducted a large-scale operation near Antwerp Central Station to address ongoing issues with drug…
Antwerp’s KMSKA vase returns: Duke of Alva, Spanish Citadel legacy
Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The ornamental vase, symbolizing Antwerp's Spanish rule, has returned to the Royal Museum of Fine…