A reconstruction by De Standaard reveals a controversial 'poker game' behind the bid for Brussels' largest casino, alleging close ties between Philippe Close, the Mayor of the City of Brussels, RSC Anderlecht, and businessman Marc Coucke. Napoleon Games was initially awarded the contract, but the city's decision was later overruled.

De Standaard: Millions for Brussels and Anderlecht: The poker game behind the dubious bid…

Several gambling companies are vying for the lucrative contract to operate the largest casino in Brussels. Napoleon Games was initially declared the winner, but the city was overruled. De Standaard's reconstruction reveals close ties between Mayor Close, RSC Anderlecht, Marc Coucke, and a gambling…

De Standaard: Commentary: Millions for casino casts a shadow over Brussels politics and…

Football, politics, and gambling companies are finding each other too easily. Clubs have a social role, so critical thought is needed on how public funds are used.

In the trial regarding the death of four-year-old Dean Verberckmoes, the jury has found Romy W. not guilty of kidnapping. However, Dave De Kock was convicted of both manslaughter and kidnapping in the case.

De Standaard: Romy W. goes free for toddler Dean's kidnapping, Dave De Kock guilty of…

According to the jury, Romy W. is not guilty of the kidnapping of Dean Verberckmoes. The four-year-old toddler died after being beaten by Dave De Kock. De Kock is guilty of manslaughter and kidnapping, according to the jury.

CD&V chairman Sammy Mahdi has urged his coalition partners to consider a proposal that could secure 10 billion euros for the federal budget without needing to increase the Value Added Tax.

HLN: 'There was a proposal on the table to find 10 billion without touching VAT'…

CD&V chairman Sammy Mahdi has appealed to his coalition partners, stating a proposal existed to secure 10 billion euros without increasing VAT.

An investigation is underway to determine the extent of involvement of minors, some as young as 12, in recent riots.

RTBF: 12-Year-Old Rioters: Investigation into Minors at the Heart of the Unrest

An investigation examines the involvement of minors, some as young as 12, in recent riots.

The Walloon budget is reportedly accelerating a liberal shift within the 'Les Engagés' party, making it challenging for them to promote their center-left achievements.

La Libre: Walloon Budget Amplifies Liberal Turn for 'Les Engagés': Center-Left Trophies…

The Walloon budget is intensifying a liberal shift within the 'Les Engagés' party, making their few center-left achievements difficult to market.

Bart De Wever, the Prime Minister of Belgium, discussed his political role, revealing a personal insecurity that contrasts with his public image as a strong leader.

De Morgen: In conversation with De Wever: 'He is much more insecure than his image as a…

Bart De Wever discusses his political role, revealing a level of insecurity not evident in his public persona as a strong leader.

Behind-the-scenes details suggest a leadership contest within the Brussels MR party, with one figure allegedly working to undermine Boris Dilliès, the Minister-President of the Brussels-Capital Region.

La Libre: "He's Undermining Boris Dilliès...": Inside a Power Struggle in Brussels MR

Behind-the-scenes details of a leadership contest within the Brussels MR party, as one figure appears to be undermining Boris Dilliès.

Student demonstrations and confrontations with police have occurred in Liège, with some observers drawing parallels to similar events in 1995.

RTBF: Student Protests and Clashes with Police in Liège: A Sense of Déjà Vu?

A look at student demonstrations and confrontations with police in Liège, drawing parallels between 1995 and 2026.

Four women have shared their personal experiences, reflecting on the enduring impact of the Dutroux affair, three decades after the initial events.

RTBF: 'A Children's Affair': 4 Women Recount the Impact of the Dutroux Case 30 Years…

Four women share their experiences and the lasting impact of the Dutroux affair, thirty years after the events.

A significant proportion of adults in the country are struggling financially to afford basic hygiene and personal care products, with some having delayed seeking help for years.

De Morgen: A quarter of adults cannot afford personal care products: 'It took years…

A significant portion of the adult population struggles to afford basic hygiene and personal care items, with some facing long delays in seeking assistance.

A 26-year-old partner has been arrested in connection with the murder of a mother of two children in the Sint-Gillis area of Brussels.

HLN: Partner (26) arrested after gruesome murder of mother of two in Sint-Gillis

A 26-year-old partner has been arrested in connection with the murder of a mother of two in the Sint-Gillis area of Brussels.