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Klimaat
Klimaat file: prices, volumes, EU rules and the Belgian impact, with a source on every sentence.
Wallonia
Student Anger FWB: L'Echo's Analysis
Persistent student unrest in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation demands solutions. L'Echo analyzes paths out of this crisis, highlighting the government's slow response to the demands of students and faculty members.
Brussels
N-VA Criticizes Brussels Budget Agreement
Following the presentation of the Brussels budget agreement for 2027, an intense debate ensued in the Brussels Parliament. The N-VA sharply criticized the Brussels government's plans, alleging a distortion of the region's financial reality. This highlights fundamental disagreements concerning the transparency and feasibility of the public finances within the Brussels-Capital Region.
Economy
Family Businesses: Backbone of Belgian Economy
Family businesses form the indispensable backbone of the Belgian economy. The government must continue to cherish and protect these enterprises to ensure sustainable growth, employment, and societal embedding for future generations, according to De Tijd.
Wallonia
Company Cars Self-Employed: 28% fewer…
The number of company cars purchased by self-employed individuals in Belgium has dropped by nearly 28% since 2020, indicating a significant shift in…
Flanders
Flemish budget talks prolong during government…
The Flemish budget talks are dragging on longer than anticipated, with a short break extending into a prolonged deadlock, delaying government formation.
Wallonia
US: Rare storm hits Northeast, at least one…
A rare storm has hit the northeastern United States, resulting in at least one death; this rare storm is expected to intensify further throughout today.
Wallonia
Renovation Grants Wallonia: Transitional…
The Walloon government reopens the transitional period for renovation grants, allowing households that previously did not pay an advance to benefit from the…
Economy
TUI Belgium: Growth in 2027 Despite Tax…
TUI Belgium plans a clear growth strategy for summer 2027, despite ongoing criticism of the Belgian tax framework, affirming TUI Belgium's commitment to the…
Wallonia
F-35 parts intercepted by China in Hong Kong…
The interception of sensitive F-35 parts by China in Hong Kong, during transit between Australia and the United States, has caused significant concern in…
Wallonia
Trade War US-China: Trade truce extended until…
The trade truce between the United States and China has been extended until January 10, 2027, a crucial development in the ongoing trade war with global…
Brussels
D'Ieteren: Unions Dissatisfied with…
Unions at D'Ieteren express dissatisfaction with management's answers during initial talks about the announced redundancies, raising concerns for affected employees and the company's social climate, amidst a transforming automotive market.
Economy
Wallonia Fast Chargers: 160% Growth
Wallonia's fast charger network has seen significant expansion, growing by 160% in just two years. This dynamic accelerates the transition to electric vehicles in Belgium and strengthens the charging infrastructure, crucial for more sustainable mobility.
Wallonia
Trump promises $5,000 to voters for midterm…
US President Donald Trump has promised American voters 5,000 dollars each if Republicans win the upcoming midterm elections, urging them to vote as if his…
Economy
Noshaq Completes Historic Investment Cycle
Noshaq, the Liège-based investment firm, has concluded a record-breaking investment cycle, deploying nearly 600 million euros across 647 companies from 2021 to 2026. This significantly boosts the regional economy and employment, with plans to increase assets under management to one billion euros in the future.
Wallonia
US-Canada Trade War: Belgium's Impact
The escalating trade war between the United States and Canada, marked by new import tariffs and bans, could have significant repercussions for Belgium's open economy and global trade flows. Major Belgian players like Umicore and Solvay are closely monitoring the situation.
Wallonia
National Union Action CSC and FGTB on October…
Belgian trade unions CSC and FGTB are organizing a national union action in Brussels on October 9, voicing their discontent on various issues. This national…
Flanders
96 New Homes Listed for Sale in Antwerp
Antwerp's real estate market is dynamic with 96 new properties recently listed on Immoweb. Prices range from €109,000 to €1,725,000, presenting fresh opportunities for buyers and investors in the Scheldt city and impacting the broader Belgian property landscape.
Wallonia
AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt state elections in…
The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured a historic victory in the state elections in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, garnering 43.8% of the votes.
Brussels
Climate Protest Brussels: Activists Demand…
In Brussels, climate activists recently protested to demand more social and environmental rights, both at the Belgian and European levels, under the motto…
Brussels
Euro 5 LEZ Brussels: 1,890 fines for diesel…
Since July 1st, 1,890 fines have been issued to owners of Euro 5 diesel cars in the Brussels Low Emission Zone (LEZ), where Euro 5 diesels have been…
Brussels
Brussels Cycling: Record Summer since Brussels…
This past summer, Brussels experienced record-high cycling usage, the highest number of cyclists since Brussels Mobility began tracking these figures…
Sport
US Open: Sabalenka Reaches Round of 16
Aryna Sabalenka has smoothly qualified for the US Open tennis round of 16. The tournament in New York, featuring stars like Carlos Alcaraz, continues to captivate Belgian fans, who are also following their compatriots' performances.
Wallonia
Nepal: Third survivor rescued from tunnel…
In Nepal, a third survivor, a Chinese national, has been rescued alive from a hydropower plant tunnel, offering a glimmer of hope after the devastating…
Economy
Climate extremist sought in Germany for power…
German police are hunting a 48-year-old climate extremist, suspected of sabotage acts against the German power grid. This climate extremist is reportedly…
Brussels
Midwife Toad: Brussels Mystery Solved
Fifty years after its disappearance from a Brussels park, a new study has finally uncovered the cause of the midwife toad's absence. This research highlights the profound ecological impact of seemingly minor human interventions on vulnerable species in urban environments.
Brussels
Jette: 100 parking spots removed for cycle…
More than a hundred parking spots have been removed in Jette due to the construction of a new cycle highway, raising concerns among local residents and the…
Brussels
Brussels Court of Appeal Case Backlog Rises
The judicial backlog at the Brussels Court of Appeal is steadily growing, severely impacting legal certainty and the efficiency of justice in the capital. Citizens and businesses face longer waits for rulings, raising concerns about access to justice and Brussels' international reputation as a legal hub. The Federal Government is actively seeking structural solutions to address this persistent issue.
Economy
Conveo raises $50M for AI-powered consumer…
Belgian-American startup Conveo raises $50 million to conduct large-scale consumer interviews using AI, helping major brands better understand consumer…
Wallonia
Climate Change: UN warns of +1.8°C warming…
The United Nations warns that even in the most optimistic scenario, global warming will reach +1.8°C, thereby exceeding the previously set +1.5°C target.
Brussels
Drug Violence Saint-Gilles: 'Politicians, do…
Drug violence in Saint-Gilles is escalating, and Prosecutor Julien Moinil's press conference emphasizes the federal government must act against this growing…
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