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The De Standaard front page covers a range of international and domestic news. Top stories include an investigation into extremist echo chambers on Instagram, wildfires near Bordeaux, Donald Trump's speech at a journalists' dinner, and a suspected espionage case at NATO headquarters in Bergen…
An investigation by De Standaard used four fake profiles to test how Instagram's algorithm pushes users towards radical-right and radical-left content, with Europol also warning about such algorithmic content.
Wildfires are approaching Bordeaux, leading to the evacuation of nearby municipalities as Europe struggles with extreme temperatures.
Following the cancellation of the original White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, the 2026 edition took place, where President Donald Trump directed criticism at the press.
A Canadian woman of Chinese descent, who was interning at the NATO military headquarters in Bergen (SHAPE), has been arrested and is suspected of espionage and participating in a criminal organization.
The Charleroi Airport will temporarily close completely in the second half of 2028 for extensive renovations to its only runway, causing concern among staff and unions.
A day after the announcement of a US-Saudi Arabian nuclear deal, Trump introduced a new condition: the recognition of Israel, stating that negotiations in the Middle East only begin after a deal is signed.
A review of the brasserie Les Bains de Spa, suggesting that while the establishment is beautiful, the pre-packaged dishes do not meet expectations for a high-quality kitchen.
This blog covers the latest cycling news, including Richard Carapaz's win, Tadej Pogacar's performance, and an upcoming challenging Tour de France stage.
Despite a weakened team and a difficult Alpine stage in the Tour de France, Tadej Pogacar not only outpaced his rivals but also broke Marco Pantani's 31-year-old climbing record.
