Belgium Yesterday

4 August 2026

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.

  1. Belgian nationality requests down by half since fee increase to over €1,000

    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.

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  2. A 'invasion' of swimming snakes causes panic in Ibiza

    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.

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  3. War in Ukraine: Explosions heard in Kiev during air alert

    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.

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  4. Jonathan Milan repeats at the Tour of Poland

    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.

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  5. "Harmful consequences": this doctor warns against the summer's trendy shoes

    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.

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  6. Eddy Merckx Returns to Cycling

    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.

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  7. 4.3 Magnitude Earthquake in the Pisa Region, Tower Stands Firm

    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.

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  8. A Belgian arrested at Legoland for... theft of Lego

    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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