Wealthy families in Flanders rapidly transferred 25 billion Euros tax-free before a loophole was closed, sparking debate. Concurrently, the Vooruit party proposed using tax loopholes and subsidies to close the Flemish budget deficit, while Wallonia considers a new 'autonomy insurance' contribution for its residents. Bart De Wever, Prime Minister of Belgium, faces scrutiny over his political stance regarding the federal budget.

De Standaard: Rich Families Quickly Gave Away 25 Billion Euros Tax-Free Before a Loophole…

In anticipation of stricter tax regulations in Flanders, wealthy families rapidly transferred billions in family businesses to their children tax-free, highlighting that the wealthiest benefited most from the previous rule.

RTBF: Wallonia considers autonomy insurance contribution for citizens.

The Belgian government is contemplating the introduction of a new contribution for Walloon residents to fund an "autonomy insurance."

De Morgen: Live: Flemish budget proposals not yet balanced

The Vooruit party states that the Flemish budget proposals are not yet balanced and emphasizes the need for everyone to contribute.

HLN: Vooruit proposes tax loopholes and subsidies to close Flemish budget gap

The Belgian political party Vooruit is looking into tax loopholes for inheritance and gift taxes, as well as subsidies, as potential solutions to close the budget deficit in Flanders.

La Libre: Yvan Verougstraete: "If Bart De Wever doesn't rise above the fray, he'll push…

Belgian politician Yvan Verougstraete, President of Les Engagés, expresses concern about Bart De Wever's political stance, warning of negative consequences if De Wever does not act with broader consideration.

The Ullens trial continues to be a focal point, with reports on 'Mimi' Ullens' personality and live updates from the courtroom. In a separate and disturbing development, the family of a murdered two-year-old girl expressed shock after the alleged killer, Megan D'Haen, was granted release from prison. Additionally, Chris Vanhavebeke appeared in court for the alleged murder of his two young daughters.

La Libre: "Mimi" Ullens, the instinctive one who savored glory

This is the main headline of the Ullens trial coverage, focusing on the personality of "Mimi" Ullens, suggesting a life that embraced fame and glory.

HLN: Family of murdered Chelsea (2) in shock as Megan D'Haen is allowed to leave…

The family of a murdered two-year-old girl is in shock after the alleged killer, Megan D'Haen, is granted release from prison, with the family stating they lost everything while she can rebuild her life.

La Libre: Live - Ullens Trial: Myriam Lechien's daughter and her husband leave the room

This story provides live updates from the Ullens trial, reporting on the departure of Myriam Lechien's daughter and her husband from the courtroom.

HLN: Chris Vanhavebeke appears in court in a blue shirt for the alleged murder of…

Chris Vanhavebeke is on trial for the alleged murder of his two young daughters, Maud (8) and Ona (5), and appeared in court wearing a blue shirt.

A significant security vulnerability has been uncovered at sensitive Belgian army bases, specifically those related to F-35 aircraft. Separately, Minister Annick De Ridder, Flemish Minister for Mobility, Public Works, Ports and Sport, is facing criticism as self-driving Teslas are reportedly malfunctioning in bike lanes and 30 kph zones.

De Morgen: Security lapse at sensitive army bases linked to F-35s

An investigation by De Morgen reveals a significant security vulnerability at sensitive army bases related to F-35 aircraft.

De Morgen: Self-driving Teslas blunder in bike lanes and 30 kph zones

Minister De Ridder, Flemish Minister for Mobility, Public Works, Ports and Sport, is criticized for backing self-driving Teslas that are reportedly malfunctioning in cycle lanes and low-speed zones.

Professors in Belgium have expressed deep concern regarding a perceived decline in the academic standards of students, particularly noting issues in written examinations.

De Morgen: Professors concerned about declining student academic levels

Professors express deep concern over the perceived decline in student academic standards, particularly in written exams.