Belgium Yesterday

2 August 2026

As Belgium basked in warm weather, Lotte Kopecky prepared for a crucial cycling event, while local infrastructure projects in Opwijk began addressing long-term urban needs. Meanwhile, discussions around tourism and social issues continued to stir conversations across the nation.

  1. LIVE. Lotte Kopecky seeks shade during warm-up: can she help Lorena Wiebes achieve a second stage win in as many days?

    In the second stage of the Tour de France Femmes, Lorena Wiebes hopes to secure her second consecutive victory after winning in Lausanne on Saturday. Her teammate Lotte Kopecky may support her during the ride to Geneva.

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  2. Opwijk tackles 4 streets thoroughly: work will last until early 2028

    In Opwijk, large-scale sewer and road works will begin tomorrow in Kalkestraat, Groenstraat, Korruit, and Diepenbroek. These works, carried out by Aquafin, Riopact, and the local government, will last until early 2028 and will cause significant inconvenience for residents.

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  3. "It's gradually becoming an amusement park": this region of France wants to curb overtourism

    In the Vosges, the increase in tourism raises concerns among environmental NGOs, who fear for the tranquility of protected wildlife. While the influx of visitors benefits the local economy, it is gradually transforming the region into an amusement park.

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  4. Madonna performs at World Pride Music Festival in Amsterdam (and brings an unexpected guest)

    Madonna took the stage during the World Pride Music Festival at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on the night from Saturday to Sunday. The singer appeared nearly an hour later than scheduled and performed about seven songs in a half-hour set.

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  5. LOOK. With artichoke and green beans in hand: rave in the Colruyt cold storage

    This weekend, an unusual rave took place in the cold storage of Colruyt in Leuven, surrounded by vegetables and fruit. This striking promotional stunt aimed to attract a younger audience to the supermarket chain. The event drew dozens of partygoers.

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  6. "All brown men to the back": a racist banner shocks Ghent

    A racist banner displaying the message "All brown men to the back!" was hung at a construction site near the E40 in Drongen, on the outskirts of Ghent. It was removed by the police after causing outrage in the community.

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  7. Trump: military attack on Iran temporarily postponed 'at request from the Middle East'

    Former President Donald Trump announced that a military attack on Iran has been postponed for now, following a request from the Middle East. This decision comes amid rising tensions in the region.

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  8. Two helicopters involved in firefighting collide in Greece

    Two helicopters engaged in combating a fire in Greece collided. This incident raises concerns about the safety of aerial operations during emergency interventions.

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