The University of Antwerp launched the clinic in May 2023, aiming to address the rising issue of alcohol poisoning among young people. The clinic was designed as a pilot project, focused on providing support to those who find themselves in emergency care due to alcohol poisoning
This latest crackdown follows a December 2024 conviction of three Afghan nationals in Belgium for their role in a major people-smuggling ring. Those convicted were arrested in the UK by the National Crime Agency and the Metropolitan Police
The footage, shared by the Belgian wildlife organisation Welkom Wolf, clearly shows the animal moving through the area. However, the exact location of the sighting has been withheld to ensure the safety of the wolf
The Rivierenland fire brigade reported the incident on Friday, stating that the fire started in a machine, which had to be dismantled to fully extinguish the flames. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and the fire was brought under control before it could spread further
According to a police statement, the birds were being transported in poor conditions, with cramped cages and inadequate ventilation. This prompted officers to intervene and confiscate the animals
