Yesterday, Belgium saw a significant decline in nationality requests, attributed to a recent fee increase. Meanwhile, the country’s cycling legend Eddy Merckx made headlines as he returned to the sport, capturing the attention of fans nationwide.
Applications for Belgian nationality have decreased by 50% following a fee increase from €150 to €1,000 last year. The fee is now indexed and will rise to €1,030 in January 2026, as reported by the Ministry of Finance to Belga.
shortnews.be →Ibiza is facing an 'invasion' of snakes that have spread across almost the entire island. This situation raises concerns for tourist safety and could have repercussions for the local tourism industry.
7sur7 →Explosions were heard in Kiev shortly after midnight on Wednesday, following an alert from the Ukrainian air force regarding the approach of ballistic missiles. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions in the region due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
La Libre →Jonathan Milan won his second consecutive victory in the second stage of the Tour of Poland. The Italian champion dominated the final sprint, finishing ahead of Paul Magnier and solidifying his yellow leader's jersey.
7sur7 →Dr. Jean-Marc Sène warns about the potential dangers of flip-flops, popular every summer. During an appearance on TF1, he advises wearing them in moderation to avoid harmful health effects.
7sur7 →Eddy Merckx, cycling legend, has returned to the bike after several months of recovery and multiple surgeries related to hip issues. He now appears to be in better shape and ready to resume training.
7sur7 →A 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Pisa in Tuscany on Tuesday, causing brief panic among residents. Authorities confirmed that no injuries or damage were reported after the tremor, which prompted many people to take to the streets.
7sur7 →A Belgian man was arrested at Legoland in Günzburg, Germany, for theft. He was caught in the act, according to reports from Het Laatste Nieuws.
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