De Lijn has launched Belgium’s first self-driving minibus pilot in Leuven. The autonomous shuttles will carry passengers from November, running a fixed route between Leuven station and Heverlee, with stewards on board for safety until January 2026
Customs at the Port of Antwerp intercepted 606 kilograms of cocaine hidden among canned fish from Ecuador at quay 1742. Authorities confirmed the drugs will be destroyed while investigators trace the smuggling network behind the attempt
Over half of Brussels households do not own a car, according to Statbel. This contrasts sharply with Flanders and Wallonia, where car ownership remains above 75 percent
The Institute of Tropical Medicine confirms tiger mosquito presence in eight Belgian municipalities, raising concerns about invasive species and potential virus transmission, though no dengue, chikungunya, or Zika cases have yet been reported in the country
The Belgian Jury for Ethical Practices reports record alcohol ad modifications in 2025, following tougher rules targeting social media and influencer promotions, with companies increasingly proactive in seeking advice and complying with stricter ethical advertising codes
