Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 26, 2026 – Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium has marked her 25th birthday by releasing a personal video message expressing gratitude to the public for their well-wishes. The Belgian Royal Palace accompanied the … Read more

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 26, 2026 – The European Commission has formally accepted a comprehensive compliance action plan submitted by Chinese e-commerce retailer Temu to resolve safety violations under the Digital Services Act. The regulatory acceptance follows … Read more

A European Parliament delegation observed Serbia’s parliamentary elections this weekend (Sunday, 25 October) as part of the international election observation mission coordinated by the OSCE.

Led by S&D MEP Andreas Schieder, the delegation assessed the electoral process against international democratic … Read more

Emmanuel Macron came home from the Gulf last week with diesel cargoes and a single word for Donald Trump. Standing in Doha on Wednesday, the French president called the foreign commentary on his country’s riots “stupid.” Asked whether he meant … Read more

Brussels, Belgium, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels police detentions totalled nine following confrontations between officers and demonstrators on Saturday, 24 October, as approximately 400 people gathered in the Belgian capital to protest against government reforms, education … Read more

Brussels, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels police are closely monitoring anonymous social media accounts promoting demonstrations across the Belgian capital, amid concerns about misleading information, unidentified organisers and potential public safety risks. The Brussels TikTok protests … Read more

Brussels, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The City of Brussels has announced a major Brussels square redesign following a tree collapse during Storm Austen that injured three people near the historic Grand-Place. The redevelopment will introduce … Read more

Brussels, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels school dropouts are at the centre of a €1.54 million education funding initiative announced by the Flemish Community Commission (VGC) and the Brussels-Capital Region. The investment will support 33 … Read more

Brussels, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Storm Boelo has caused serious public transport disruption in Brussels after powerful winds brought down a tree and damaged overhead electrical cables, forcing the suspension of tram Line 44. Brussels public … Read more

Brussels, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A major Brussels data centre development in Neder-Over-Heembeek has prompted growing concerns over electricity consumption, water demand and pressure on the Belgian capital’s energy infrastructure. Figures disclosed in a regional parliamentary … Read more

Brussels, Belgium, 26 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels police seizures of protective equipment during anti-government demonstrations have triggered a dispute over policing powers and the right to peaceful protest. Officers confiscated swimming goggles, saline solution and medical … Read more

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 26, 2026 – A press officer for The Left group in the European Parliament, Manus Carlisle, was deported by Israeli authorities after being detained for approximately eight hours at Ben Gurion International Airport. … Read more

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 26, 2026 – The European Commission has initiated a four-week call for evidence and a targeted stakeholder consultation to gather feedback and information aimed at shaping the evolution of the European Union’s hydrogen … Read more