Analysis: Where now for Belgium?

" But what about the broader question - is Belgium heading for a split? A recent poll of Flemish voters found more than 49% backed a separate Flemish state. But there are several big factors that I think...

Belgian PM offers his resignation

After failing to bring the promised devolved powers for regional governments Belgian Prime Minister Yves Leterme has resigned just ahead of  a state reform deal in the parliament on Tuesday. "Belgian Prime...

To speak Flemish or French in Belgium?

" As a short introduction to my post I will tell you the followign story. I was born in Antwerp, in the Flemish speaking region of Belgium. In 1940 my parents and I go to Brussels to stay there. Quickly...

New Miss Belgium doesn't speak Dutch good

Belgium's in a tizzy over the lack of Dutch language skills demonstrated by their country's most beautiful woman.  I guess the Canadian equivalent would be if our Miss Canada couldn't discuss back bacon...

Someone Tries to Sell Belgium on EBay

"Someone Tries to Sell Belgium on EBay By PAUL AMES – 1 day ago BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) — Hidden among the porcelain fox hounds and Burberry tablecloths on sale at eBay.be this week was an unusual item: "For Sale: Belgium, a Kingdom in three parts ... free premium: the...

Picture one of top 25 in the country

"A PAINTING on display in Althorp House has been judged one of the 25 most important pieces of artwork kept by private owners in Britain. George, Lord Digby, and William, Lord Russell, a portrait by 17th century...

Next on menu for Starbucks? It's hot food

According to New York Daily News, Starbucks is making changes to its menu. The coffee giant got 12 percent of its $4 billion in sales through food last year, mostly with cold items like cookies, muffins and...

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