Dumont emphasized the festival's significance, stating, "PhotoBrussels Festival perfectly reflects the multifaceted identity of Brussels: cosmopolitan, vibrant, creative, a European capital, and profoundly human"
More than 95% of newly naturalized Belgian citizens in Brussels opted for a French-language ID card over a Dutch-language one last year, underscoring a linguistic divide that has long fueled political tensions in the country’s capital
At approximately 9:50 a.m., full marathon runners began their 42.195-kilometre journey through Brussels, showcasing a revamped course. This year’s route culminated in a grand “royal finish” at the Royal Palace, enhancing the achievement for all participants
The infrastructure manager, Infrabel, will be undertaking critical maintenance and renewal work on various railway components during the interruption. This includes extensive repairs on the switches at Gembloux station, level crossings, and train detection devices along the tracks
The festivities, steeped in tradition and history, will officially begin on Saturday, November 2, with the announcement of the 72nd carnival prince in the eastern town of Kelmis, also known by its French name, Calamine
