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Ghent University Study Discovers Religious Disadvantage in Belgian Recruitment
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 14, 2026 – Job applicants in Belgium who disclose religious involvement on their CVs face measurable disadvantages during the hiring process, according to a comprehensive…
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ArcelorMittal’s €11 billion investment plan in Ghent faces union and government concerns
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): ArcelorMittal aims to cut CO2 emissions by 35% by 2030, needing €11 billion. Concerns arise over…
Oostakker’s container village: 391 Ukrainian refugees upported by Ghent’s Mayor
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Oostakker, 391 Ukrainian refugees find shelter in a container village established through a partnership between…
New shared cyclist lane opens in Ghent: Activist Gregory Mortier advocates for safety
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A new shared lane for cyclists opened on Ottergemsesteenweg in Ghent, allowing cars and bikes. Activist…
800 protest in Ghent supporting Palestine, Lebanon; Call for peace, justice
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): About 800 people participated in a peaceful march in Ghent on Saturday, organized by 20 local…
34-year-old Wuustwezel man found dead after Ghent six days cycling event
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 34-year-old man from Wuustwezel went missing after the Ghent Six Days cycling event on November…
Guillaume advocates for suitable housing as Ghent faces 600+ homeless children crisis
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ghent has 5 mobile housing units for the homeless, but no family accommodations for over 600…
Eye on Palestine Festival: 40 organizations unite in Ghent for culture and solidarity
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Eye on Palestine Festival in Ghent, supported by 40 organizations, runs from November 21 to…
Optima Bank’s Jeroen Piqueur faces court in Ghent over €115 million bankruptcy scandal
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Optima Bank, declared bankrupt in June 2016 with debts of €115 million, faces legal proceedings against…