In a new documentary, a filmmaker turns his lens on his grandparents during a pivotal moment in the history of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Category: Belgium
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Belgium Was Out of Hurdlers. So Shot-Putter Jolien Boumkwo Agreed to Run.
Jolien Boumkwo’s 100-meter hurdles debut was not a joke or a stunt. Her team needed the points in a European meet.
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First Came the Sports Betting Boom. Now Comes the Backlash.
In many U.S. states and across the world, regulators are cracking down on the sports gambling industry, citing harm to the public and, in some cases, to athletes.
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‘Close’ Director Lukas Dhont: Film’s Master Storyteller of Youth
The New York Times – Movies:At 31, Lukas Dhont already has two art-house hits to his name. The Belgian director’s latest film, “Close,” shows his skill at eliciting intense performances from young actors.
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Brussels Court Orders 3 Linked to Qatar Bribery Case to Stay in Prison
The New York Times – Sports:Belgian officials said they suspected a Gulf country of trying “to influence the economic and political decisions of the European Parliament.”
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Belgium’s Golden Generation Reaches the End as Croatia and Morocco Move On
The New York Times – Sports:Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku failed to covert several close-range chances in the second half in a 0-0 draw with Croatia, which advanced to the round of 16. Morocco won the group.
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In Belgium, a Home That Celebrates the Elegance of Utility
The New York Times – T Magazine:A designer and an artist have dedicated their lives to producing spaces, objects and furnishings that say only what they need to — and nothing more.
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After Belgium’s Loss to Morocco, Violence Breaks Out in Brussels
The New York Times – Sports:The violence erupted after Morocco upset Belgium, 2-0, at the World Cup.
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Who Has Qualified for the 2022 World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:The coaches have picked their players, the squads have arrived in Qatar and the schedule is set. But who has put together the winning team?