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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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A double explosion has rocked Antwerp today, with police classifying the incidents as a double attack. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. This security concern emerges as the government also initiates an exclusive investigation into non-profit organizations accused of generating billions in profits while paying minimal taxes.
In the political arena, former party chairman Egbert Lachaert has announced his decision to sit as an independent in parliament, marking a notable shift. Concurrently, Prime Minister Bart De Wever's proposed 14-billion-euro budget has reportedly caused significant unease, particularly within the Francophone community, adding to ongoing discussions around taxation and state reform. Further domestic news includes a forecast for record high temperatures across the country before a drastic weather change, and a new analysis from Ghent University on the potential revenue from various wealth tax proposals. A report also highlights the increasing academic and social pressure faced by young…
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Antwerp experienced two explosions in quick succession, which local police have classified as a double attack. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incidents.
De Morgen:
Two explosions in quick succession in Antwerp: police speak of a double…
Antwerp experienced two explosions within a short period, which the police have classified as a double attack, though fortunately, no injuries were reported.
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An exclusive investigation has revealed that many non-profit organizations are generating billions in profits while paying minimal taxes, prompting the government to launch scrutiny into their operations.
HLN:
Non-profits in the spotlight: government targets those making billions but…
An exclusive investigation reveals that many non-profit organizations in Belgium are generating billions in profits while paying minimal taxes, prompting the government to scrutinize their operations.
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Economist Arthur Apostel from Ghent University has analyzed various wealth tax proposals by Green/Ecolo, PS, and PVDA, estimating their potential revenue to be between 2 and 12 billion euros.
De Standaard:
What Would a Wealth Tax Actually Yield? UGent Analyzes Proposals
Economist Arthur Apostel from Ghent University has calculated the potential revenue from wealth tax proposals by Green/Ecolo, PS, and PVDA, estimating the yield to be between 2 and 12 billion.
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The country is anticipating record high temperatures today, preceding a significant shift in weather patterns, with a serious risk originating from the Mediterranean region.
La Libre:
Heat records expected before drastic weather change: 'A risk from the…
Belgium is anticipating record high temperatures ahead of a significant weather shift, with a serious risk emanating from the Mediterranean region.
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Students are reportedly facing immense pressure due to exams, homework, hobbies, social media, and family expectations, with many feeling overwhelmed and needing to study for hours for a single class.
De Standaard:
Is School Pressure Rising for Youth? 'I See Almost All My Students Living at…
Exams, homework, hobbies, social media, and family expectations contribute to immense pressure on students, who describe feeling overwhelmed and needing to study for hours for a single class.
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