Belgium’s day mixed political gridlock and a difficult search for €10 billion in savings with big moments in cycling and football. Attention also turned to the approaching race start and the prospect of Kimi Antonelli making history.
Apple may be working on a cheaper iPhone 18e that, according to a Chinese source, could launch early next year. The device is said to feature a new, yet-to-be-announced processor and an improved front camera. Apple may nevertheless stick with a 60Hz display, lower than those on more expensive models.
Thibau Nys arrived at the Koppenbergcross in a striking, colorful outfit. The cyclocross race is scheduled for today and is the 23-year-old rider’s first race of the new season. His entrance immediately drew attention before the cross began, marking his cyclocross season debut.
Kimi Antonelli gets a second chance to secure the Formula 1 world title at the Mexican Grand Prix. The young driver will become world champion if he finishes ninth or higher. The race is scheduled to start at 9pm, after which he could become the youngest world champion in Formula 1 history.
The inner cabinet broke up without reaching an agreement. Left-wing parties remain critical of the political debate. No joint decision has therefore been made, and the dossier remains unresolved. The talks end for now without a compromise among the parties involved, requiring further political discussions to reach a joint decision.
The bilateral talks on the federal budget have ended. A restricted meeting of the federal government, known as a “kern”, is now expected to continue discussions. The budget negotiations are still being followed live, as this next stage could bring together the coalition’s main partners to make the political trade-offs ahead.
After recovering, Thibaut Courtois returns to goal for Real Madrid and also wears the captain's armband. The Belgian goalkeeper and his team travel to Santander after beating Barcelona in the Clásico. There, Real Madrid are aiming for another win and all three points. The match can be followed live from Santander.
Bart De Wever is continuing the budget negotiations today. The federal government is still seeking €10 billion to finalize the budget. That figure remains central to the talks. Federal government negotiators will continue discussing the budget and the financial effort required.
AA Gent travel to Lommel with confidence, where the proud league leaders play another match. Coach Rik De Mil starts Volckaert in place of the injured Burgess. Dean is also in the starting lineup. The Ghent side hope to continue their strong run and return from the away trip unscathed.
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