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Economy
Alken-Maes: €160 Million Impairment Due to Persistent Volume Decline
Belgian brewery Alken-Maes, a subsidiary of Heineken, anticipates an impairment of nearly 160 million euros. This financial adjustment follows a loss in 2025 and projections of persistent negative volume trends until at least 2028, indicating structural challenges in the competitive Belgian beer market.
Flanders
Klopjacht candidate faces 8 years for attempted murder
An Antwerp-based Klopjacht candidate faces eight years in prison for attempted murder of a drug criminal in Boom. The suspect, Yahya D., allegedly used his…
Flanders
Antwerp Weather: Mostly sunny, light clouds, 29 degrees
Antwerp's weather today features plenty of sunshine with occasional light clouds, with temperatures rising to around 29 degrees. A weak northern wind will…
Flanders
Ghent schedules extra city council on 9 July 2026
The City of Ghent announces an extraordinary municipal council meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Citizens can consult the agenda of this important session, focused on urgent urban issues, in advance via official channels. This additional meeting highlights the dynamic nature and responsibilities of local governance within the Belgian administrative structure.
Flanders
8-Year-Old on Electric Scooter: Traffic Safety in
An 8-year-old child was caught riding an electric scooter in Lanaken-Maasmechelen, disregarding the minimum age of 16 for this mode of transport. This…
Flanders
IVAREM Adjusts Services Due to Persistent Heatwaves in
Waste management company IVAREM, vital for the Mechelen and Lier regions, implements proactive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of both staff and…