Yesterday in Belgium, football took centre stage as STVV and Union prepared for European fixtures while Anderlecht took the lead. Elsewhere, a young chocolate entrepreneur’s story, criticism of Antwerp’s Spanish Fury event and concerns over security and banking drew attention.
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.
STVV began their Conference League campaign with six points from six and are aiming for a third straight European win against Norway’s Brann. Shinkawa starts. Coach Frédéric De Meyer was dismissed after disappointing results in the Belgian league. The Canaries want to continue their strong European start.
Six years ago, Luka Bresseel (28) used a €15,000 gift from his grandmother not to buy a car, but as seed capital for a chocolate company. Inspired by his father's keto diet, he founded Okono. The Belgian brand now sells in more than 20 countries and earned him a place on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list.
Union will play Celta de Vigo in its 50th European match since the Brussels club’s promotion. The team’s remarkable development is clear: what was seen as a temporary success a few years ago has grown into a regular European presence. Even an opponent from one of Europe’s top five leagues is now considered within reach.
Defender Ludwig Augustinsson opened the scoring for Anderlecht with a shot into the top corner against RB Salzburg in Brussels. The Austrian club has Yorbe Vertessen in its squad. Anderlecht, 22nd with three points, wants to build on its 4-1 win over Westerlo and 3-0 victory in Bialystok. Vitor Bruno had reshuffled the team in the Campine.
Parliament votes this afternoon on a controversial bill concerning entry into homes. Under certain conditions, it would allow police officers to enter a private residence to arrest people without valid papers. The measure applies to people who pose a danger. Critics warn that the conditions are insufficiently clear; the vote will decide on further implementation.
The hacking of Crédit Mutuel Arkéa and diversion of more than €100 million mark an unprecedented threshold for France’s banking sector. The case has renewed questions about the security of banks and their external providers. The banking sector is nevertheless seeking to reassure consumers that the money in their accounts is protected.
The large-scale show marking 450 years since the Spanish Fury on Antwerp’s Grote Markt was difficult for many visitors to follow. Because of the unexpectedly large turnout, spectators could not see or hear parts of the performance properly. The district mayor and the theater company involved acknowledge that not all elements came across as intended. Some attendees had expected more.
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