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All six prisoners who escaped from a prison in Saint-Hubert, Belgium, are back in custody after being apprehended by the authorities.

Belgian YouTuber Acid faces police search after disclosing the name of a convicted medical student, sparking controversy and legal actions.

Seven detainees break out of Saint-Hubert prison, triggering a massive manhunt by police. This is the second major escape from the facility, with three recaptured and four still on the run.

Belgian authorities seek a 10-year prison term for Jos Leijdekkers, accused of smuggling 3400 kg of drugs hidden in charcoal. Leijdekkers, alias 'Bolle Jos,' is on the run in Sierra Leone.

A Belgian woman who disappeared 14 years ago after scamming her neighbors reemerges in France, admitting to a past mistake and explaining her whereabouts.

A bomb alert was reported at Charleroi Airport in Belgium on a plane arriving from Porto, causing evacuation and police presence.

A Belgian woman from Incourt was drugged and raped by her husband for over a decade, similar to the infamous case of Dominique Pelicot in France. The husband, now 85, avoided jail due to health issues.

Two Belgian teenagers, David and Seppe, are back home after a month in a Kenyan prison for ant smuggling. They were fined €6,800 for possessing 5,000 ant queens.

A thief in Belgium was swiftly apprehended after stealing a Bpost delivery van due to the vehicle's track-and-trace system, ensuring no impact on mail delivery.

Freddy Horion (77), a convicted murderer, requests euthanasia citing unbearable psychological pain after being imprisoned for over 45 years in Belgium.

High temperatures lead to traffic congestion at the Belgian coast, with three individuals falling ill in a stationary train amidst the May Day celebrations.

Two individuals have died in a stabbing incident in Turnhout, Belgium, followed by police intervention resulting in the suspect being shot by officers.

Elderly suspects, dubbed 'rover grandpas', face trial for robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris, stealing a 9 million euro haul. Kardashian to testify in court.

The Court of Appeal in Mons, Belgium, has ordered a new investigation in the Bende van Nijvel case, focusing on a lead involving two French brothers potentially linked to the notorious gang's activities in 1985.

Irma van Aeken (65) was severely injured by a wild boar while walking her dog in Meerhout, Belgium. The incident left her with a broken sternum, deep cuts, and bruises.

Several NATO countries, including Spain and Italy, are falling short of the 2% GDP defense spending target, facing pressure from the US for higher investments in defense.

Two Belgian teenagers face trial in Nairobi for smuggling 5,000 African harvester ant queens in reagent tubes, sparking concerns over illegal wildlife trade.

Jules Vangeel, 22, stops marathon in crocs after 30km due to body signals. Training, heart rate, and performance analysis.

Belgium increases defense budget to reach 2% GDP NATO target, utilizing dividends and frozen Russian assets without austerity. Future 3.5% GDP target discussed.

Oost-Vlaanderen man wins €52 million EuroMillions jackpot, plans to buy new shirts and invest wisely. Check the winning numbers and reactions.

Spanish High Court rejects amnesty for Carles Puigdemont due to misuse of public funds. Updates on Catalonian separatist leader's legal case.

Spain's women's team creates history by fielding Barcelona-connected XI in UEFA Nations League win over Portugal. Details on players and match.

Spontaneous opening of cell doors in new Belgian prison raises safety concerns. Guards resort to wooden poles. Find out more.

Public transportation severely impacted in Vlaanderen and Wallonië due to nationwide strike in Belgium. Read more for details.

Erevoorzitter Rudy (76) tragically dies after choking on pizza during title celebration at FC Bondgalm in Belgium.

Discover how countries stack up in talent for the 2026 World Cup. Spain and France lead the rankings. Who will win?

Finland remains the happiest country worldwide. Netherlands rises to 5th, while the US drops to 24th. Check the top 10 happiest countries.

Ukrainian footballer turns soldier to defend country amid Russian invasion. Belgium vs Ukraine match in Genk. Thibaut Courtois returns. Mykola Zhydkov's heroic sacrifice.

Huawei representatives banned from EU Parliament premises as corruption investigation unfolds in Belgium and Portugal.

European Parliament shocked by Huawei bribery scandal involving snoopy trips and bribes. Dutch MEPs react. Investigation underway in Belgium and France.