After twenty years of legal battles, construction has begun on the Uplace project, now rebranded as Broeklin, which is set to become Belgium's largest shopping center by 2028. This comes amidst a dispute in Oostende where companies and developers have gained leeway on the protected Oosteroever, prompting activist groups to challenge the partial lifting of landscape protection.

De Standaard: Construction Starts on Uplace Project (Now Called Broeklin) After Two Decades

After twenty years of legal battles and environmental setbacks, construction has begun on what was formerly known as Uplace in Machelen, set to become Belgium's largest shopping center by 2028, though it's being rebranded as 'Broeklin'.

De Standaard: Oostende Coastal Development Dispute: "Not a Time for Further Hardening"

Companies and developers have gained leeway on the protected Oosteroever in Oostende, leading activist groups to challenge the partial lifting of landscape protection. The debate centers on whether the area around Fort Napoleon should be restored or developed.

A 17-year-old contract killer mistakenly targeted and executed 25-year-old Jasin with 18 bullets in Ghent, according to a detailed reconstruction of the tragic incident.

HLN: Student Fatally Shot 18 Times; Assassin Mistook Target in Ghent

A detailed reconstruction reveals how a 17-year-old contract killer mistakenly targeted and executed 25-year-old Jasin with 18 bullets in Ghent.

Judicial reports are highlighting growing concerns about the risk of forest fires in certain areas, with officials acknowledging the potential for widespread blazes across the country.

La Libre: 'A fire is looming... We know it will flare up sooner or later in certain…

Judicial reporting highlights concerns about the risk of forest fires in certain areas, with officials acknowledging the potential for widespread blazes.

Patients are expressing significant criticism regarding the Belgian government's new pilot project on preventative sick leave, which was introduced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Social Affairs Frank Vandenbroucke.

De Morgen: Preventive Sick Leave: Patients Critical of Vandenbroucke's Pilot Project

Patients express criticism regarding the Belgian government's pilot project on preventative sick leave, introduced by Minister Vandenbroucke.

Schools located in the Flemish periphery are raising alarms over a noticeable decline in Dutch language proficiency among students, a trend that is now impacting their performance in other academic subjects like mathematics.

De Morgen: Schools in Flemish Periphery Raise Alarm Over Lacking Dutch Language Skills…

Schools in the Flemish periphery are reporting concerns about declining Dutch language proficiency among students, impacting other subjects like mathematics.

A person dubbed the 'Robin Hood' of Liege's hills has reportedly helped three homeless individuals find shelter in a vacant building, showcasing a community-driven initiative to address housing needs.

La Libre: The Robin Hood of the Liege hills: 'We were asked by people who just wanted us…

A person described as the 'Robin Hood' of Liege's hills has reportedly helped three homeless individuals find shelter in a vacant building, highlighting a community-driven approach to housing.

The death of 28-year-old Michiel Vandeweert, who suffered from progeria, has led to widespread mourning among Belgian celebrities and the wider community.

HLN: Belgian Celebrity Community Mourns Young Progeria Patient

The death of 28-year-old Michiel Vandeweert, who suffered from progeria, has led to widespread mourning among Belgian celebrities, with many sharing their condolences.