Stories from Belgium · Belgium

A man was apprehended for smuggling mobile phones into a prison, which were then used for drug transactions.

A motorcyclist was transported to the hospital in critical condition following a severe crash on Friday evening in Strombeek-Bever. The incident involved a loss of control on the motorcycle.

A couple from Geluwe lost all their possessions in a severe flat fire on Friday evening.

The CEO of the Topman fashion chain has resigned following a reduction in the number of stores under his leadership. The report originates from RTL Nieuws.

Online gambling in Belgium has nearly doubled, reaching 14.8% of the market since 2018. This growth occurred despite the European Union's strict advertising ban on gambling.

The Google Pixel 9a smartphone is currently available at a more accessible price on Carrefour in Belgium. This offer is highlighted as a good deal for shoppers.

Belgium plans to deliver its complete fleet of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. The delivery is anticipated to occur in 2026. This move signifies a commitment of military aid to Ukraine. Belgium has committed 53 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, a number exceeding those pledged by all other countries combined. However, none of these aircraft have arrived in Ukraine yet.

The new Lenovo Legion gaming phone has been released without the flagship chip used by its competitors. This decision impacts its performance capabilities compared to other high-end gaming devices.

Belgian flight school A-VIATOR has standardized its fleet by ordering the Tecnam P2008JC NG. This follows their addition of a P2010 in 2026. New instrument training programs will launch with this expansion.

Firefighters received support from Belgium, Germany, and France due to being overwhelmed.