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Belgium's domestic news is marked by a tragic discovery in Bruges, where a couple was found dead by their 14-year-old son, with an overdose suspected. This incident follows previous reports of tragic events in the region.

In sports, the national football team, the Red Devils, has officially welcomed Mark van Bommel as its new head coach, signaling a fresh start for the squad. Meanwhile, political discourse is heating up as Flemish Minister Annick De Ridder faces internal government and party criticism over her handling of regional airport communications.

The country also looks back at its history with a new focus on the Bois du Cazier mining disaster, with AI reconstructing the 1956 events and personal accounts emerging. On the weather front, a yellow heat code has been issued for the upcoming weekend, with temperatures expected to reach up to 31 degrees Celsius.

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New Coach for Belgian National Football Team

Mark van Bommel has been appointed as the new head coach for the Belgian national football team, the Diables Rouges. Vincent Mannaert highlighted human management and clear principles as key factors in this strategic decision to usher in a new cycle for the team.

RTBF Diables Rouges: New Coach Mark van Bommel ↗

Tragic Discovery in Bruges Home

A couple was found dead in their Bruges home by their 14-year-old son, with preliminary reports suggesting an overdose. The incident has prompted an investigation in the region.

HLN Couple Found Dead in Bruges Home; Son, 14, Discovers Them ↗

Minister De Ridder's Communication Under Fire

Flemish Minister for Mobility, Public Works, Ports and Sport Annick De Ridder has sparked anger within the government and her own party due to her 'clumsy' communication regarding regional airports, leading to increased discontent within the coalition.

De Standaard Minister De Ridder's 'clumsy' communication sparks anger within her own… ↗

Bois du Cazier Disaster Revisited with AI

The tragic Bois du Cazier mining disaster of August 8, 1956, is being revisited with the help of artificial intelligence to reconstruct the sequence of events. The event's history is also being explored through personal accounts.

Yellow Heat Code Issued for Weekend

A yellow heat code has been issued for the upcoming weekend, with temperatures expected to reach up to 31 degrees Celsius on Sunday, as the country continues to experience the impacts of global climate change.

De Standaard Yellow code for heat again starting Saturday, up to 31 degrees on Sunday ↗

Prince Laurent's Son Discusses New Life and Fears

Clément Vandenkerckhove, 25, son of Prince Laurent, has spoken publicly about his new life and anxieties, including a fear of everyday tasks like grocery shopping, and the impact of his royal origins being revealed.

HLN Prince Laurent's Son, Clément (25), Discusses New Life and Fears ↗

Walloon Village Experiences Annual 'Human Tide'

A small Walloon village annually experiences a unique two-day event where it is submerged by a 'human tide' of visitors, creating a distinct and almost isolated atmosphere.

La Libre A small Walloon village is submerged by a human tide for two days each summer… ↗

Brussels Institution Restaurant Seeks New Owner

A well-established restaurant in Brussels, considered a significant institution in the city's culinary scene, is currently seeking a new proprietor after a successful period of operation.