Health

The stark contrast in weather patterns raises questions about Belgium's immunity to Storm Boris’s extreme conditions and its preparedness for future storms. The storm has delivered unprecedented rainfall, with some regions seeing up to 500 mm in 48 hours—twice the previous September record

Of these, almost 10% were low or non-alcoholic, reflecting a growing trend towards mindful consumption. The Federation has been increasingly emphasizing moderation, and this year’s festival reinforced that message

Crevits described her father’s struggle with cancer and the profound sense of loss she is experiencing. “He fought like a lion, but exactly a week after my mother, my father also lost his fight against cancer,” Crevits wrote. “They couldn’t be without each other, even now… It’s love, but it hurts so much right now”

This statistic highlights an urgent need for improved sexual education and access to contraception, yet the path to achieving this remains fraught with controversy and resistance

Despite this decrease in duration, the average cost per person for a flying holiday has risen by 3%, reaching €1,431. In contrast, the cost for car holidays has remained relatively stable, with travelers spending around €531 each, similar to last year’s figures