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Belgium: Record fuel prices, new scandals, political debate — FrontPages.eu, September 21, 2026

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Belgium is grappling with a significant economic concern as diesel prices reach an all-time high, with the Energy Minister, Mathieu Bihet, assuring the public that fuel supply issues are not expected. This comes as several new domestic stories emerge, including a high-profile suspension of a dinosaur expert over fraud allegations and an investigation into alleged connections between Federal Police-linked foundations and a far-right movement. In the political sphere, Prime Minister Bart De Wever's renewed focus on state reform and Flemish autonomy is drawing scrutiny, with opponents questioning his underlying motives. Meanwhile, a leadership change is underway at the Kanal.Museum, with a deal reached for director Yves Goldstein's departure. On a positive note, Belgian cyclist Remco Evenepoel has achieved a remarkable victory, securing his fourth world championship title. Other domestic news includes a tragic personal story involving Nicolas Ullens, concerns over escaped pheasants and ducks in Clavier, and the designation of Ixelles' Gray neighborhood as a hotspot for drug-related violence. The national football team, the Red Devils, faces a demanding schedule under new coach Mark van Bommel, while public health discussions focus on heart disease as the leading cause of death for women.

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Diesel prices in Belgium have hit an unprecedented high, with some reports indicating they will reach €2.5 per litre. Despite the record prices, Energy Minister Mathieu Bihet stated that no issues are expected regarding oil and gas supplies in the country.

HLN: Diesel Reaches Record Price - Minister Expects No Fuel Supply Issues

Diesel prices have hit a record high in Belgium, but the Energy Minister expects no problems with oil and gas supplies.

La Libre: Diesel price at the pump to hit historic record of €2.5 per litre

The price of diesel fuel is set to reach an all-time high of €2.5 per litre on Tuesday, impacting consumers and the economy.

Renowned Belgian paleontologist Pascal Godefroit, a senior scientist at the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences, has been suspended following suspicions of fraud. The allegations are reportedly related to a dinosaur specimen known as 'Dino Dan' and potential conflicts of interest involving his wife's company.

De Morgen: Belgian Dinosaur Expert Suspended Amid Suspicions of Fraud Involving 'Dino Dan'

A Belgian dinosaur expert has been suspended following suspicions of fraud related to a dinosaur specimen known as 'Dino Dan'.

De Standaard: Dinosaur expert suspended: was there fraud when his wife assembled dino Dan?

Renowned Belgian paleontologist Pascal Godefroit has been suspended pending an investigation into alleged conflicts of interest after his wife's company secured a contract to assemble a new dinosaur.

An in-depth report has uncovered alleged connections between foundations associated with the Federal Police and a far-right movement linked to Marine Le Pen, exposed through issues with payment vouchers.

De Morgen: How Faulty Payment Vouchers Exposed the Ties of Foundations Around the Federal…

An in-depth report investigates how issues with payment vouchers revealed connections between foundations associated with the Federal Police and a far-right movement linked to Marine Le Pen.

Prime Minister Bart De Wever's renewed push for Flemish autonomy and state reform has surprised many, leading political opponents to question his motives behind the timing and focus of these discussions.

De Standaard: Podcast DS Vandaag: How calculated is De Wever's sudden call for state reform…

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever's renewed focus on Flemish autonomy has surprised many, with political opponents questioning his motives.

A political agreement has been reached for Yves Goldstein, the current director of Kanal.Museum, to depart from his role after the museum's inauguration. This deal ensures he will not be involved in selecting his successor.

La Libre: Deal between Yves Goldstein and Boris Dilliès: Kanal boss to leave after…

A political agreement has been reached for Yves Goldstein, the head of Kanal.Museum, to depart after the inauguration and not select his successor.

A news story delves into the complex and ultimately tragic relationship between Nicolas Ullens and his father, culminating in a violent event.

La Libre: Nicolas Ullens, an emotionally scarred man in love with justice

This story delves into the life of Nicolas Ullens, exploring how his close relationship with his father tragically transformed into a violent event.

Pheasants and ducks, released for hunting in Clavier, Belgium, have reportedly escaped and are now wandering into residential gardens and dying in the streets, raising local concerns.

RTBF: Pheasants and Ducks Released for Hunting Wander in Gardens and Die in the Street

Escaped pheasants and ducks, released for hunting purposes in Clavier, Belgium, are now wandering into gardens and dying in the streets.

Former TV maker Sven Pichal, who was convicted for child abuse material, is now sharing his story in a new documentary series, a development prompted by significant societal outrage.

De Standaard: Sven Pichal testifies in documentary series about child sexual abuse

Former TV maker Sven Pichal, convicted for child abuse material, shares his story in a new documentary series, prompted by societal outrage.

The Gray neighborhood in Ixelles has been officially designated as a 'hotspot' due to a noticeable increase in drug-related violence.

RTBF: Drug-Related Violence: Gray Neighborhood in Ixelles Now a Hotspot

The Gray neighborhood in Ixelles has been designated a 'hotspot' due to increased drug-related violence.

An interview with Rik Vanhoof highlights heart disease as the primary cause of death for women, emphasizing that a significant proportion (nearly 80%) of these cases are preventable.

De Morgen: Heart Disease, the Number One Cause of Death in Women: 'Nearly 80 Percent of…

An interview with Rik Vanhoof discusses heart disease as the leading cause of death for women, emphasizing that a significant portion of cases could be prevented.

The Belgian national football team, the Red Devils, is facing a challenging start under new head coach Mark van Bommel, with four matches scheduled within an 11-day period.

RTBF: Charged Start for Mark van Bommel: Red Devils to Play 4 Matches in 11 Days

The Belgian national football team, the Red Devils, face a demanding schedule with four matches in 11 days, marking a busy start for coach Mark van Bommel.

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