Asylum laws still pass through House after short bill, but no one knows how it will proceed
Stricter asylum laws narrowly steered through House of Representatives after chaotic debate and uncertainty over legal consequences.
35 degrees in the classroom, how can we prevent it?
Many elementary school are struggling with extreme heat and are calling on parents to pick up their children earlier, but outdated buildings and lack of investment mean there is little they can do. Municipalities and the ministry are faced with impossible choices and, in the short term, mainly benefit from smart advice, while experts warn that climate change will only increase the heat in schools.
Wild Romance-gitarist Dany Lademacher (75) overleden
Belgian rock legend Dany Lademacher has passed away at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy of influential contributions to the country's music scene. With his signature hard rock sound, he helped propel the success of bands like Herman Brood and Wild Romance in the 1970s and 1980s.
Evacuations and casualties from forest fires in Turkey, Germany and Greece
Multiple wildfire outbreaks in Europe, including one resulting in a fatality in Turkey, have forced evacuations and caused significant damage to forests and homes, with difficult weather conditions making firefighting efforts more challenging. The extreme heat and drought have also contributed to a number of deaths in other European countries.
NSC and SGP: Aid to illegals should be allowed, chaos over asylum laws continues
Oppositiepartijen SGP and NSC are pushing for a delay in the voting on two new asylum laws, after a confusing statement from the demissionary asylum minister regarding the criminalization of helping undocumented immigrants. The opposition is calling for more time to consult with the Council of State, a key advisory body, before voting on the laws.
Advice from plastics industry: no government tax, but internal tax
Industry representatives and government officials from the plastic industry have presented a plan to replace a proposed plastic tax with a 'circular lever' that will fund recycling companies, but it is now up to the government to make a decision on how to address the issue of plastic waste.