Tax-on-web Video

Another attempt by the Belgian govt to educate its public.

Unfortunately this video is only available in french, dutch and german. But worth a watch for those who know nothing about filing tax returns online. A bit funny if you ask me. Give is a shot:

* Video in German
* Video in French
* Video in Dutch

Link: Tax-on-web

Websites of the Day

Kris Hoet's blog: Cross the Breeze

Formula 1 @ SPA Francorchamps

For the News and EU policy buffs: EurActive

Enjoy!

Robots on Patrol in Brussels ???

Any of you ever seen one of these contraptions on the strees of Brussels? I certainly haven't. So where in gods name does Reuters gets its news from:

"According to Reuters, robots are on patrol 24 hours a day on the streets of Brussels. The robots travel on treads and sport a 360 degree camera and gas sensor. They have a speaker and microphone so that the officer back at the station can talk to perps on the street. The machines are the OFRO model from Robowatch Technologies." Link

Even though the news is from October 2005... it still seems strange why we haven't seen any of this technology in action yet. apparently Group 4 Securicor security services company will uses the robots which have cameras and movement and gas detectors to assist their security guards.

Source: REUTERS

Apéritif de saison

Just hot off the press... my DJ friend just told me that there's going to be a happening event on 5th September. A social evening including drinks, musical performances and live artistic acts (big surprise!).

Oh, and did i forget to mention: FREE Entrance!!! ;-)

Performers:
- Robin Gwendoline (pyrotechnique)
- Davin Bénédicte (vocals)
- Surprise artistic acts

When: 05 Sept @ 19:00
Where: 22a rue Royale Ste-Marie, 1030 Brussels.
Link: www.halles.be

Free sandwiches & beer in the park

Free food!!! Free Beer!!!!

Boterhammen In Het Park (meaning: Sandwiches in the park) is a festival with Flemish music, in the magnificent Warande Park, in the heart of Brussels, just above Central Station, in the charming bandstand between the Royal Palace and the Parliment.

Each day 1000 FREE sandwiches and fresh FREE Stella Artois beers are going to be distributed to everyone. So invite your colleagues and friends for a free lunch and concert in the park!

PROGRAMME:
Monday 28/8: Noppes + the Lau
Tuesday 29/8: Ardei + Ramses
Wednesday 30/8: Tom Pintens + Johan Verminnen
Thursday 31/8: Lenny & de Wespen + Willem Vermandere
Friday 1/9: Fixkes + Raymond van het Groenewoud

Link: www.boterhammeninhetpark.be

Sunday afternoons at Belga

Come rain, thunderstorm, sunshine, snow... a relaxing sunday afternoon at cafe Belga is always a refreashing experience. Known for its educated and young crowd (due to its close proximity to the university area) it has a vibrant atmosphere where you find students working on their term papers, professional discussing business plans, loners enjoying coffee with thier dogs, girls chattering away endlessly, and coffee lovers savouring every sip of the delicous blends served in classy Italian cups, everybody can find their place. You almost lose yourself in another world.

What to eat:
Omelette froide aux légumes et fines herbes, rillettes, parmentier de poulet, tartines et pains suisses.

What to drink:
Fresh rasberry juice, Coffee (their cappucino & latte are especially famous), mojito for the brave ones.

Sunday afternoon, you'll probably find me typing away on one of the tables in the corner.

Address:
Flageyplein, 18
1050 Brussels
Tel.: 02 640 35 08
Open 7/7 from 10 to 2 - week-end: 10 to 3

Link: http://www.cafebelga.be

Tippler Does Brussels

I came across another active Brusselite blogger who recently started his own magazine: www.upfront-live.com

If you want the latest gossip, here it is:
Tippler Does Brussels

Brussels Airport: Security measures

Travellers beware... new security regulations have been issued for all US-bound passengers.

For passengers flying to all other destinations nothing has changed. The EU regulations still apply.

Link: www.brusselsairport.be

Aperos Urbains

End your work week with an al fresco aperitif by attending one of these neighborhood parties. Held in public places around Brussels, they are a casual way to catch up with friends.

When: Every Friday night, from 17:00 to 22:30, until September 8

Link: www.aperosurbains.be

Tango Nights

It takes two to Tango!

Not this summer... Even if you don't have a partner you can come and find loads of Tango enthusiasts. Running until September at the bandstand in the Parc de Bruxelles.

When: 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 17:30 to 23:00
Cost: €2
www.brucity.be