Belgium yesterday saw a mix of security concerns and public health news, from a shooting threat at a secondary school in Ghent to the first locally acquired West Nile virus infections in Flanders. International tensions, a train derailment in France and developments in Belgian football also made headlines.
Saudi authorities announced Friday the temporary closure of the East-West oil pipeline, a day after attacks targeting the kingdom. The decision follows several strikes this week by Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The measure affects oil infrastructure and comes amid regional tensions following the attacks on the kingdom.
Donald Trump was filmed struggling to stay awake during an official ceremony at the Pentagon. The US president was attending a commemoration of the September 11, 2001 attacks. The new footage shows the head of state visibly tired during an official tribute to the terrorist attacks.
Richtpunt Campus school, located on Henleykaai Street in Ghent, was evacuated Friday morning following a shooting threat. Police said they were taking the warning very seriously. Officers arrived at the scene in large numbers and are continuing their investigation. The evacuation is directly linked to the threat.
A regional train derailed in France, injuring around 20 people. The accident involved a TER passenger service on the French rail network.
A train derailed in northern France at around 7:30 p.m. this evening. It was carrying 180 passengers at the time. Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said around 20 people were injured so far, describing this as a preliminary tally.
Marten Winkler will make his first start for Anderlecht. In the lineup, the club has again opted for Bentayeb over Cvetkovic. Anderlecht have collected seven points from their first 15, while KV Mechelen began the season even worse, with two points. The two teams face each other; the winner can gain confidence.
Footballer Mika Godts has become a father for the first time. The news follows a transfer described as a dream move, meaning he is celebrating both a major professional step and a significant event in his private life. Godts is among the sports figures who regularly attract attention for events off the field.
For the first time, locally acquired West Nile virus infections have been detected in Flanders. The Department of Health reports five probable cases; one infected person has been hospitalized. The cases are from regions including Antwerp and Flemish Brabant, where infected horses and birds have also been reported. The department says the risk remains low.
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