Marianne Vos celebrates winning Omloop het Nieuwsblad 2024 Everything you need to know about Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2025 Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2025 marks the start of the cobbled classics being the first race of the opening weekend Often seen as the real start of the cycling season this year Omloop Het Nieuwsblad takes place on Saturday 1 March in Belgium Omloop Het Nieuwsblad forms part of a double-header across the weekend with Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne following on the Sunday Flanders Classics, the same group responsible for the organisation of the Tour of Flanders promotes both the men’s and women’s versions of the race The men’s route is longer: 197km in 2025 while the women's race - which has been running since 2006 - is 137.9km this year The race features several iconic cobbled climbs Key info: Route page | Where to watch | Start list (2025 detail to be confirmed) Both races will begin in ’t Kuipke in Ghent and finish in Ninove hilly parcours interspersed with cobbled sectors The men's route features many stalwarts of previous editions: Muur - Bosberg the cobblestone climb in Zwalm 42km from the finish and three passes over the cobbles at Haaghoek and Leberg the majority condensed into the final 70km The women's route features many of the same climbs and cobbled sections the latter 11km from the finish and the final ascent on the road to Ninove 2024: Jan Tratnik (SLO) Visma-Lease a Bike 2024: Marianne Vos (NED) Visma-Lease a Bike Thank you for reading 20 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access Enjoy your first month for just £1 / $1 / €1 *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription Try first month for just £1 / $1 / €1 Founded in 1891, Cycling Weekly and its team of expert journalists brings cyclists in-depth reviews, extensive coverage of both professional and domestic racing, as well as fitness advice and 'brew a cuppa and put your feet up' features. Cycling Weekly serves its audience across a range of platforms, from good old-fashioned print to online journalism, and video. Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. Text description provided by the architects. The De Warande master plan provides a dynamic and cohesive framework for a multiplicity of activities with suffi cient fl exibility to respond to future changes and developments. The plan focuses above all on experiencing the area as a park. A distinction has been made between two areas: a park with recreational functions along routes, and a strip with a high density of sports and relaxation functions. A large part of De Warande was behind fencing of all shapes and sizes. For much of the year a large part of De Warande is not accessible to the public. The superfl uous fences have been removed to turn De Warande back into a park. © Filip DujardinSustainability and energy are integral parts of the master plan Construction of the new sports hall and phase 1 of the park will lay the foundations for a smart grid A combined heat and power plant has been installed to meet the heating requirements of the indoor and outdoor swimming pools The plant will further provide some of the electricity needed for the swimming pool and other functions on the domain The sports hall has been equipped with an air/water heat pump for fl oor heating and a solar boiler to produce hot water for the sanitary facilities Toilets are being fl ushed with rainwater to make the most economical use possible of water The superfl uous rainwater of the buildings and the metalled surfaces around the sports hall will be used to keep the pond water at the right level The car park has been constructed with drainage bricks enabling rain to infi ltrate the site You'll now 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of energy transition it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region the ranking considers several distinct but essential factors these quiet areas will now be available on all main routes in the country The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students It is one of over a hundred ‘Smart City’ projects in Belgium is one of over a hundred Smart City projects in Belgium which aim to keep in place traditional services while making them more responsive and efficient Wetterens renewal began with an idea from Belgiums Belfius Bank It recognised that municipalities needed support to encourage and enable more energy efficiency So the Bank came up with its Smart Cities and Sustainable Development Programme The European 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Louda Use of this constitutes acceptance of our privacy policy The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Rodman Media Peter Morrens brings his multifaceted oeuvre to M in which knowing and not-knowing are inextricably intertwined With disruptive humour and often searing images the artist questions the things around him It questions a wealth of conventions and prejudices which lends it a provocative and contemplative character 1965) lives and works in Antwerp and teaches at the LUCA School of Arts in Ghent He is represented by Kristof De Clercq Gallery in Ghent Peter Morrens was co-founder and artistic leader (together with Rik De Boek) of artists’ initiative Voorkamer in Lier between 1996 and 2016 His work is held in numerous private and public collections the Flemish Community Collection and M Leuven Morrens was a guest at the Playground performance festival in Leuven His work is currently on view in M’s collection exhibition Morrens’ multifaceted practice takes shape in a variety of media doubt and unexpected links to shape his oeeeeeeuuuuvvre Sowing the seeds of doubt is part of a deliberate strategy he plays with our expectations and need for recognizability He encourages us to look and appeals to our imagination This exhibition presents a comprehensive survey of Morrens’ oeuvre from the past 35 years encounters and collaborations with other artists also have a place within an adapted architecture in which Morrens seeks links with works from the collection of M He presents his personal view of the collection on a monumental display case which runs throughout the galleries like a connecting thread [The following petition has been circulating on various academic listserves. Click here to sign the petition.] the Catholic University of Leuven sacked researcher Barbara Van Dyck because of her public support for the actions of Field Liberation Movement (FLM) in the context of an action against a genetically modified potato field in Wetteren Whether one agrees with the aim and tactic of this action or not the sanction is disproportionate and a breach of academic freedom and freedom of speech We appeal to academics worldwide to resist this dismissal and to sign this open letter The Petition:No dismissal for reseacher Barbara Van Dyck On Friday June 3th we learned that Barbara Van Dyck was sacked because of her solidarity with the activists of the Field Liberation Movement in the context of an action against a test field with Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) because it is disproportionate and a breach of labour law and the principle of academic freedom and freedom of speech Barbara Van Dyck participated in the action in Wetteren during her private time (on a Sunday) and not during service Moreover she is not discharged for committed actions or trespassing but because of her solidarity with the activists and her public support for their actions We question the reasons of the University to dismiss her the University breaches one of the core values that are central in her own mission statements: academic freedom We like to remind the authorities that academic freedom does not only imply the possibility to do independent research but also the individual freedom of the academic to ‘take a critical stance towards certain tendencies or parts of society This individual freedom is the corner stone of our academic identity’ (rector speech opening academic year 2003[i]) A similar reasoning we find in the UNESCO recommendations 26: ‘all higher-education teaching personnel should enjoy freedom of thought conscience (…) They should not be hindered or impeded in exercising their civil rights as citizens including the right to contribute to social change through freely expressing their opinion (…) They should not suffer any penalties simply because of the exercise of such rights.’[ii] Moreover the university breaches the democratic basic right that is foundational to our society: freedom of speech By discharging a researcher for her sympathies with this action the K.U/Leuven inscribes itself in a new climate of criminalisation of activism and even the criminalisation of sympathy for activism She is sanctioned for her open sympathies and solidarity with the Field Liberation front One has not to agree with the target and tactics of the action to recognize its broader social relevance: what is socially just and ecologically sustainable agriculture Which role gmo’s play in this and how do we spread research finances in a equitable way over different options The narrowing down of this action as a deed of violence shifts the attention from a most necessary social debate The presence of scientists in both camps proves that also within the scientific community there is no consensus on the necessity and value of gmo’s We call on the university authorities to keep its trust in critical reflection and the social commitment of its researchers We call upon the personnel of the KULeuven and the international academic community tot protest against this discharge This case has ramifications that surpass the individual case of Barbara Van Dijck as it is about the future of science (and its link with industry) the principles of academic freedom and freedom of speech [i] Rector Oosterlinck Opening speech 2003-2004[ii] Recommendation concerning the Status of Higher-Education Teaching Personnel Belgian authorities on Saturday evacuated nearly 300 people from their homes after several cars of a train carrying chemicals derailed causing a major fire near the city of Gent Nobody was hurt in the accident which happened around 2:00 am (0000 GMT) between the towns of Schellebelle and Wetteren the entity responsible for the Belgian railway network The blaze led to a series of explosions in the railway cars prompting authorities to evacuate residents living near the site of the accident The train came from the Netherlands and was bound for Gent-Zeehaven Train services between Schellebelle and Wetteren were disrupted 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services ("Aji Bio-Pharma") a leading provider of biopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing services is pleased to announce a major expansion of small molecule manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a new production facility in Visakhapatnam Construction of the 8,500 square meter facility began at the end of July 2020 and is expected to be completed mid-2022 To meet the current and future needs of customers the new small molecule manufacturing facility doubles the production capacity at the site to 310 m3 for active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) and intermediates and has dedicated equipment to manage OEB 4 high potency ingredients the site has completed renovations on existing laboratory space to support additional R&D activities It is estimated that the expansion will create at least 60 new jobs at the site The US FDA approved Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services India manufacturing site constructed and is managed based on the Aji Bio-Pharma Belgian sites' GMP operating standards and quality systems has successfully supported a number of the world's leading biopharmaceutical companies since its formation in 2011 and continues to win awards for sustainability and quality standards "We are very excited to be investing in this additional production capacity to continue delivering high quality cost-effective small molecule manufacturing services for our customers," said K.V.V "This expansion exemplifies our commitment to our vision statement of being a leading innovative partner to our clients and our people." "The increased manufacturing capacity at Aji Bio-Pharma India offers a significant advantage for our small molecule customers who now have a variety of options to meet their manufacturing needs," said Peter Stuyck Vice President and Head of European Operations "This expansion optimizes capacity across all locations and further enhances Aji Bio-Pharma's commitment in being a leading global and quality-driven CDMO with comprehensive service offerings." Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/751177/Aji_BioPharma_Logo.jpg http://www.AjiBio-Pharma.com Do not sell or share my personal information: Located on the Rue des Martyrs in Steinfort Apdikt has received its first Michelin star the “pirate of gastronomy” accepted a Michelin star for his restaurant in Steinfort nine establishments won Michelin stars for the first time this year this was the fulfilment of a lifelong dream represents culinary excellence and creativity Van Wetteren is known as the “pirate of gastronomy.” When asked why he suggests that it’s because “I do things for me Apdikt is housed in what was once a pharmacy--hence the name--and celebrates Luxembourg’s terroir combining tradition and modernity in both food and setting Van Wetteren draws inspiration from local and seasonal produce and his approach is to perpetually explore new techniques and flavour combinations “His creativity aims more for simplicity and purity rather than fussy frills,” says the Michelin Guide “The menu rolls out a patchwork of big-boned not a single Luxembourg restaurant failed to keep its star--or in the case of Ma Langue Sourit (in Contern) Apdikt thus joins the ranks of La Distillerie (which also kept its green star Two Belgian establishments were awarded a second star: Sir Kwinten (in Sint-Kwintens-Lennik; three hours’ drive from Luxembourg City) and Hof van Cleve (in Kruishoutem; three and a half) The Michelin Guide also hands out “bib gourmand” awards to the best “value-for-money” restaurants Bazaar and Bonifas all held onto their awards It has been translated and edited for Delano Plasteurope.com is a business information platform for the European plastics industry It is part of KI Kunststoff Information and PIE Plastics Information Europe one of the leading content providers for the European plastics industry We offer daily updated business news and reports polymer prices and other services for the international plastics industry News | Polymer Prices | Suppliers Guide | Jobs | Register | Advertising is pleased to announce that it has completed the acquisition of Granules OmniChem Private Limited purchasing the remaining 50 percent ownership interest from its joint venture partner strengthens Aji Bio-Pharma's commitment to providing its clients accessibility to a reliable and simplified CDMO supply chain across all sites globally Now doing business as Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services India ("Aji Bio-Pharma India") the organization is fully integrated into Aji Bio-Pharma's global operations has successfully supported a number of the world's leading biopharmaceutical companies since its formation in 2011 "The addition of Aji Bio-Pharma India is an integral extension of Aji Bio-Pharma's dedication to its customers to be a leading global and quality-driven CDMO with comprehensive service offerings," said David Enloe "We are excited to officially welcome the Aji Bio-Pharma India team to our global family and we look forward to providing a further streamlined experience for our clients as they continue to deepen their partnerships with us on essential programs in their product pipeline." "We are very pleased to be a part of a worldwide network committed to simplifying our clients' supply chain," said K.V.V "As a fully integrated member of Aji Bio-Pharma we are committed to advancing Aji Bio-Pharma's Vision Statement of being a leading Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/751177/Aji_BioPharma_Logo.jpg Lotto Soudal Ladies duo Kopecky second and Beckers third The page you are looking for does not exist or has been moved In the East-Flemish municipality of Wetteren a freight train derailment caused a number of wagons carrying chemical products to explode This caused an inferno and the release of toxic substances in the air but in the afternoon the governor of East Flanders told a press conference that 2 people had died but several dozen were brought to hospital after inhaling toxic fumes The news of the victims came somewhat as a surprise more than 12 hours after the disaster Mr Briers could not confirm the exact cause of death at the press conference but the victim probably died after inhaling toxic fumes He lived close to the area where the disaster happened and close to a place where different sewage systems come together Mr Briers said that air samples taken in the area this morning did not reveal alarming levels and people were advised to stay indoors and keep their windows and doors closed the toxic substances were taken to the sewage system by the water used to fight the blaze toxic fumes could have entered people's houses despite the windows and doors being closed 3 were in a life-threatening condition on Saturday afternoon The accident was followed by a number of explosions with some wagons immediately catching fire The train was carrying chemical substances from the Netherlands to the port of Ghent. The chemicals are dangerous and can pose a threat to people's health, explained Christian Vandevoorde of the local fire services: "It's acrylonitrile It can cause breathing problems." Other problems include headache but measurements showed that there was no immediate danger for local residents a safety perimeter of 300 and later 500 metres was installed and as a prevention Rail services between Gent-Sint-Pieters and Aalst and between Gent-Sint-Pieters and Dendermonde were disrupted An investigation has been started into the cause of the accident Thierry Sarasyn has set a world record after the Belgian motorcycle journalist visited 15 countries in 22 hours A prominent motorcycle journalist has broken a world record for visiting the most amount of countries while riding a motorcycle in one 24-hour period Thierry Sarasyn started his ride in southern Poland strategically chosen because of its close proximity to a significant number of countries before heading north and ending his trip in the Netherlands Thierry racked up an impressive 1,367 miles and completed the feat in just 22 hours Making this final point all the more impressive is the fact that prior to the trip Thierry had set himself the goal of completing the journey yet breaking no speed limits and no local road traffic laws That meant he had to basically ride 1,300 miles through different countries all with varying traffic laws all while he had an imaginary IAM instructor breathing down his neck The bike Theirry chose for the ride was a safe bet for any looking to clock some big miles, quickly and in comfort; the Kawasaki Versys 1000 The bike was prepped by Bridgestone prior to the run with new tyres and Motul supplied the oil and Theirry packed some extra fuel just in case he was caught short RideApart reports that a mixture of Immodium Isotonic drinks and astronaut food got him through his 22-hour marathon The record Theirry has broken is actually one he already held after he visited 13 countries in 2022 while riding an MV Agusta Super Veloce Also, If you recognise Thierry’s name it might be because he’s done some launches for Visordown.com when the UK was in full lockdown, you can check out his review of the Triumph Tiger Sport 660 right here Pics courtesy of Wetteren Actueel exclusives and promotions direct to your inbox For more information, read our Privacy Policy and a member of the motorcyclist family since birth Growing up around British-built single and twins it was inevitable that a life on two wheels was on the cards © Crash Media Group Ltd 2025.The total or partial reproduction of text photographs or illustrations is not permitted in any form The page you are looking for cannot be found You may have followed a broken or outdated link The Apdikt restaurant in Steinfort, in the west of the country, run by Mathieu Van Wetteren, is the Grand Duchy’s latest addition to the guide for 2024. It is one of nine restaurants in Luxembourg to have been awarded one Michelin star, the other eight of which also featured in last year’s guide. They include three restaurants in the capital and five dotted around the rest of the country - La Distillerie (Bourglinster) Fani (Roeser) and Guillou Campagne (Schouweiler) Just one restaurant in the country was awarded two stars A visibly moved Van Wetteren said he wanted to “continue excellence” as he gave a short speech during the award ceremony for the Belgium and Luxembourg guide on Monday It’s my partner’s birthday today too!,” he said (Additional reporting from Virgule) Food safetyPremiumEU food safety chief warns on bird flu threat to pigsBernhard Url says Europe’s swine herds could become a ‘dangerous virus laboratory’ Table Talk‘Buddik BanLieue’: where street food meets haute cuisine in TrierAnyone feeling peckish on their next shopping trip through Trier should make a detour to this not-so-secret insider tip Food wasteLeftlovers, the made in Luxembourg app that fights food wasteLaunched by five high school students, the platform enables users to combat food waste while enjoying discounted prices at partner retailers World ExpoPremiumHow hotel school students are serving up Luxembourg flavours in Osaka The students of the hotel management school are responsible for the catering and the shop in the Luxembourg pavilion EU breakfast guidelinesHow EU rules are changing your breakfastNew origin labelling for honey, less sugar in fruit juice and more fruit in jam WellbeingFrom food fads to dangerous diets: the risks of social media trendsSeeking advice online can have a negative long-term impact, dietician warns, as untrained food gurus can spread misinformation unchecked Light bites Taste Spanish tapas on these terraces in LuxembourgFrom Cantabrian anchovies and Galician octopus to Iberian ham and Rubia Gallegan beef – share some tapas at these Spanish eateries Famous recipeThe Luxembourger who invented McDonald's chicken nuggetsAs the fast-food chain prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary in the Grand Duchy, a look at the famous recipe developed by René Arend from Wiltz Advertiser contentTreat yourself to a stress-free holidayDreaming of a worry-free trip What if the secret to a smooth getaway was simply good preparation and the right protection Advertiser contentReal estate: Why should you take advantage of the start of 2025 to begin your real estate project?The main things we remember about the housing sector over the past 12 months are the rise in interest rates and the fall in property prices Advertiser contentProperty: I've decided to invest!The various forms of government support for investment Advertiser contentThe Luxembourg Times BusinessRun is happening again on 18th September!On Thursday 18th September with the starting gun of the 11th Luxembourg Times BusinessRun fired at the Coque at 7 pm Share this with instagramSections Federal police have arrested three men on a bus travelling from Lille (France) to Brussels following a call from a fellow passenger who overheard them discussing carrying out an attack passengers and luggage have been inspected Three Flixbus passengers were arrested on Thursday after a fellow passenger overheard them discussing a possible terrorist attack and called the police which was travelling from Lille in France to Brussels is being inspected by the army bomb disposal unit DOVO Passengers were taken off the bus one by one and examined Their luggage was also removed and inspected About 40 people were travelling on the bus The presence of DOVO is standard practice and does not necessarily mean an explosive device has been found “The report was taken very seriously immediately,” police spokesperson An Berger told VRT The bus was pulled off the road near Wetteren (East Flanders) Ms Berger: “We will now investigate further The driver of the bus checked all passengers’ identity documents before they boarded and noted nothing suspicious Smoked food is a major gastronomic trend of the moment and it is a natural choice for the kitchens of our local talents.. These four prominent young chefs have a thing for smoky food and share their knowledge chef of the year 2022 at the head of the newly Michelin-starred restaurant Ryôdô “If the leaves of the tree are the make-up The smoky taste gives access to its flavour recently awarded the Michelin star for his restaurant Ryôdô (Photo: Maison Moderne/Archives) “We buy the wagyu fresh and matured for three weeks I want an element that will enhance and sublimate the taste of this exceptional meat And this is where the smoked garlic in the soy sauce comes in.” is the talented young chef of the Kay restaurant in Casino Luxembourg Atalava enjoys surprising his customers as much as he does himself The chef likes to use smoked food to stimulate his creative cooking “in an even more imaginative and sensory way.” Gerson Atalaya (left) and Jersson Olivares (right) are the two young talents responsible for the Kay menu at Casino Luxembourg (Photo: Matic Zorman/Maison Moderne/Archives) This is “a typical smoking technique from the Peruvian jungle first of all noble fish--sea bass or turbot for example--but also vegetables such as beetroot are smoked.” Sometimes they are smoked for icecreams too is a traveller and culinary experimenter who uses smoked food as well as influences in his unique menus and his restaurant Apdikt in Steinfort “A certain subtlety and an extra dimension to a dish without a doubt!” And it works: the young chef won two prestigious awards at the first Paperjam Foodzilla Awards ceremony on 30 April Mathieu Van Wetteren and his restaurant Apdikt won two Paperjam Foodzilla Awards in the categories "Celebration" and "On the Road Again" (Photo: Guy Wolff/Maison Moderne/Archives) “I love to work with the Luxembourg white asparagus head in season from Hoffmann’s Then it is grilled and served with a superb morel mushroom stuffed with a fine trout stuffing The last to be listed in Luxembourg in this smoky quartet is Jean-Baptiste Durand Durand is now well established in his Restaurant Osé when we used it to preserve our food.” But also and above all a way of sublimating a product Chef Jean-Baptiste Durand is always making a name for himself in his Restaurant Osé which will celebrate its first anniversary in Ellange in July which I then flame briefly and accompany with a beetroot For more culinary news from Luxembourg check out the latest edition of Paperjam Foodzilla Not yet subscribed to the weekly Paperjam Foodzilla newsletter This story was first published in French on Here are six chefs who own their own restaurant that are well worth a visit Is owning your own restaurant the holy grail We shine the spotlight on six chefs and six restaurants that deserve special attention Louis Linster was voted Best Chef of the Year 2024 Although he follows in his mother's footsteps chef Louis Linster was quick to assert his individuality and make his own mark Chef of the Léa Linster restaurant ever since he recently earned a 17/20 in the Gault & Millau 2024 winning the title of Best Chef of the Year in the process Louis's creations rightly shake up the great classics of French cuisine with inventiveness and generosity The terrace at Le Bistrot Gourmand is one of the best places to enjoy the summer Its terrace is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places to sit down to a meal in summer But it's just as much a place to savour the generous cuisine of French chef and owner Nicolas Donati who has been delighting diners with his perfectly executed dishes for almost a decade It’s a place that will appeal to traditionalists with that little je-ne-sais-quoi that makes it all so special one of the iconic figures of Luxembourg gastronomy Katell Guillou has been one of the iconic figures of Luxembourg gastronomy even though she was born in Belgium to Breton parents she is passionate about traditional and generous cuisine like a promise of an unrivalled gastronomic escapade chef Mathieu Van Wetteren surprises his loyal clientele with a carefully crafted menu chef Mathieu Van Wetteren has been winning over his public with his high-flying cuisine To keep surprising his (loyal) clientele with a unique menu renewed every month according to his inspiration and the season It's an art form that earned him his first star in the latest Michelin Guide Julien Lucas in the kitchen and Camille Tardif in the dining room: a winning duo Having worked in some very fine establishments Camille Tardif and Julien Lucas were dreaming of a restaurant of their own an establishment that immediately won the hearts of the public and piqued the curiosity of the guidebooks Julien's cuisine is sublime in all its simplicity while Camille masters the art of welcoming guests Nicolas Szele has taken over the reins at Le Fin Gourmand the passion for gastronomy is passed down from generation to generation Founded by Gérard Szele - the father - in 1988 Le Fin Gourmand has continued to write its history as a family business with Nicolas - the son - taking over the helm in 2021 While he has retained his father's traditional bistro influences which have made the restaurant a success for three generations Nicolas has not hesitated to add his own signature touch to the menu This article was written for the issue of Paperjam magazine Click here to subscribe to the print edition Its absence from the list of Michelin-starred restaurants in Luxembourg was almost an anomaly for some run by Belgian-Luxembourg chef Mathieu Van Wetteren The result was announced on Monday morning in Antwerp where the Belux 2024 Michelin Guide ceremony took place the only of nine restaurants to earn their first star this year the list of one-starred restaurants in Luxembourg remains unchanged: Eden Rose in KaylFani in RoeserGuillou Compagne in SchouweilerLa Distillerie in BourglinsterLa Villa de Camille et Julien in Luxembourg CityLéa Linster in FrisangeMosconi in Luxembourg CityRyodo in Luxembourg City Ma Langue Sourit in Oetrange remains the only restaurant in Luxembourg to hold two Michelin stars two-time winner of the 'Best vegetable restaurant in the world' award was present at the ceremony on Monday to hand out the award While two restaurants in Belgium received their second star Michelin did not award any new third stars this year only two three-starred restaurants remain in Belgium after this year's awards which is awarded to restaurants offering quality food at moderate prices four restaurants in Luxembourg lost their status: Brasserie des Jardins 2023 Michelin awards: Kayl restaurant Eden Rose awarded first Michelin star In the investigation into the activities a Romanian-Moldavian gang specialised in the theft of expensive racing cycles and mountain bikes the Halle-Vilvoorde Judicial Authorities have had a large number of bikes that were recovered earlier this year returned to Belgium They were found in a cycle shop in the Romanian town of Piatra Neamt in early April The bikes that have been returned to Belgium were stolen in Waremme (Liège Province) Eghezée (Namur Province) Haacht (Flemish Brabant) and Kaprijke and Wetteren (both East Flanders) The cycles will now be returned to their rightful owners The investigation into the bicycle thefts was started in the summer of last year After a first theft from a bicycle shop in Kampenhout (Flemish Brabant) there were further thefts from cycle retailers in Beernem (West Flanders) Geraardsbergen (both East Flanders) and Florennes (Namur Province) On 22 December a number of bikes were recovered that had been stolen from Florennes The thieves had packed the bikes up and had loaded them into the luggage trailer of a coach that brought them to Romania Belgian detectives went to Romania in April and worked with their Romanian colleagues to find the person that was buying the stolen bikes They were able to arrest a bicycle store owner from Piatra Neamt in the north of the country Police found bicycles in his shop that had been stolen in Belgium