Chris Vanhaverbeke, found guilty of murdering his daughters Maud (8) and Ona (5) and attempting to murder his ex-partner Astrid, is scheduled to receive his sentence today.

HLN: Double Child Murderer Chris Vanhaverbeke to Learn Sentence Today

Chris Vanhaverbeke has been found guilty of murdering his daughters Maud (8) and Ona (5), and the attempted murder of his ex-partner Astrid. The sentencing is expected today.

The Flemish government, led by Minister-President Matthias Diependaele (N-VA), is facing strong criticism from cities and municipalities over significant budget cuts, which are forcing them to revise long-term plans. Diependaele defends the austerity measures, citing €3.2 billion in savings, and indicates that the possibility of dismissing statutory civil servants will be examined. A generational conflict is also highlighted, questioning the financial burden placed on younger generations.

De Morgen: Generational Clash Behind Budget: Will Gen Z and Millennials Pay for Rich…

A background piece explores the generational conflict within the Flemish budget, questioning whether younger generations will bear the financial burden for older, wealthier ones.

De Standaard: Flemish Minister-President Matthias Diependaele: 'Maybe we'll have money to…

Flemish Minister-President Matthias Diependaele defends his government's austerity measures, stating they have secured €3.2 billion in savings and questioning if this is a lack of leadership.

HLN: Minister-President Diependaele on 3 Billion Savings: "Cannot Fire Civil…

Belgian Minister-President Diependaele states that firing a statutory civil servant is not possible currently but will be investigated following 3 billion euros in savings.

De Standaard: Cities and municipalities furious: 'The Flemish government is an unreliable…

Antwerp, Ghent, Leuven, and other Flemish municipalities are facing significant budget cuts from the Flemish government, forcing them to revise their long-term plans and find additional savings.

De Morgen: 'You Always Say I Have No Story?': Minister-President Matthias Diependaele…

An interview with Minister-President Matthias Diependaele (N-VA) following a challenging week, where he discusses his public narrative.

On the first day of the trial against former Flemish MP Sihame El Kaouakibi, accusations emerged that invoices were altered to obtain subsidies from the city of Antwerp and the Flemish government.

De Morgen: 'To Secure the Subsidies, the Invoices Were Adjusted': First Day of Trial…

The first day of the trial against Sihame El Kaouakibi reveals accusations that invoices were altered to obtain subsidies from the city of Antwerp and the Flemish government.

Education Minister Valérie Glatigny (MR) is involved in a dispute with trade unions regarding 'Committee A' in the education sector. This disagreement has coincided with new demonstrations in Liège concerning education reforms.

La Libre: Behind the Scenes of Education Minister Glatigny's Dispute

An analysis delves into the complexities and potential miscommunications surrounding a disagreement between Education Minister Valérie Glatigny and trade unions over the 'Committee A' in the education sector.

La Libre: Education Protests Escalate in Liège

New demonstrations have taken place in Liège concerning education reforms, with photos capturing the events.

Nexans is investing 90 million euros in its Charleroi facility to enhance the capacity of European electrical grids, a move aimed at strengthening infrastructure.

RTBF: Nexans Invests €90 Million in Charleroi to Strengthen European Grids

Nexans is investing 90 million euros in its Charleroi facility to enhance the capacity of European electrical grids.

Federal Minister for Mobility, Climate, and Environmental Transition Jean-Luc Crucke's plan to address aircraft noise over Brussels has met with widespread opposition at federal, Flemish, and Brussels levels, with many believing it will have little impact.

De Standaard: Crucke's plan against Brussels aircraft noise angers everyone

Jean-Luc Crucke's proposed measures to address aircraft noise over Brussels have met with strong opposition at federal, Flemish, and Brussels levels and may have little impact.

The Belgian Red Devils are set to play a critical match against Turkey, needing a positive result despite facing previous struggles and focusing on offensive opportunities.

RTBF: Belgium vs. Turkey: A Crucial Match for the Red Devils

Belgium faces Turkey in a critical match where they need to secure a positive result, despite previous struggles and a focus on offensive opportunities.

A news report indicates that Russia's nuclear threats are now extending directly to Belgium, not just NATO, raising concerns.

De Morgen: Not Just NATO: Russia Also Threatens Belgium Itself With Nuclear Weapons

This news report states that Russia's nuclear threats extend beyond NATO to include Belgium directly.

In Belgium, baptisms are adapting their practices and approaches to remain relevant and appealing in contemporary society.

La Libre: Baptisms Adapt to Stay Fashionable

In Belgium, baptisms are evolving to maintain their relevance and appeal in contemporary society.