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Aalst Carnaval

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Written by Laura Van de Vliet
Tuesday, 16 February 2010 13:23

carnaval_smallChristmas holidays are once more over, exams are finally done, so time for another holiday. That is very convenient, as holiday in February means time for carnival. The most famous carnival party in Belgium is held in Aalst.

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 16 February 2010 18:25 )

Chinese New Year: Family, Food and Fireworks

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Written by Elke Spiessens
Tuesday, 16 February 2010 13:22

On the 14th of February 2010, the whole world will be covered in red. The West because of Valentine’s Day, the East because of the Chinese Spring Festival or Chunjie. The Spring Festival is the most important Chinese holiday, and they won’t let it pass unnoticed.

Erasmus of Rotterdam

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Written by Franziska Breitfeld
Tuesday, 16 February 2010 13:20

It is a widespread myth that Erasmus of Rotterdam is the inspiration of the “Erasmus” program initiated by the European Union in 1987. However, that is only half of the story. Actually, ERASMUS is an acronym for European Region Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students.

The Legends of Valentine’s Day

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Written by Laura Van de Vliet
Tuesday, 16 February 2010 13:19

February 14th, better known as Valentine’s Day, is getting really close. For some a long awaited highlight of romance, for others a day to stress out about what on earth they should buy for their loved one, this short after Christmas… But is this romantic holiday a real holiday or is it made up by big companies to sell their sugar coated cards and roses?

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