Europe has lost control of its digital backbone, according to Belgium’s cybersecurity chief, who says dependence on US tech giants and restrictive regulation is holding back innovation
The Belgian government has unveiled plans to reorganise federal administrations, targeting €300 million in savings through mergers, new agencies, and streamlined services, while preserving institutional autonomy and expanding spending reviews to curb costs and improve efficiency
Belgium’s drug commissioner warns that illegal vapes popular with teenagers are being laced with synthetic opioids, creating serious health risks and exposing how criminal organisations exploit flavoured products, vulnerable youth, and weak points in Europe’s chemical and logistics supply chains
After maintaining a relatively low profile on the subject during his recent inauguration, Trump’s comments on Tuesday marked a sharp shift in his approach toward US-EU relations
In Belgium, the Royal Meteorological Institute (IRM) forecasted heavy rainfall accompanied by wind gusts of 60 to 80 km/h, with localized peaks up to 90 km/h. These conditions prompted the closure of parks and natural areas in Brussels until at least Sunday morning
