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The HLN front page features a mix of domestic Belgian news, international affairs, and entertainment. Top stories include concerns about declining education standards in Belgium, a live update on the war in Ukraine, and a new TV program by Kristel Verbeke. Political news discusses budget proposals…
Experienced teachers Els (52) and Greet (55) have observed a decline in student academic levels, attributing it to a too lax attitude in the education system, amidst PISA results.
A Ukrainian commander reports that Russian warships have been disabled in the Black Sea. Developments in the Ukraine war are being followed in a live blog.
TV critics are largely praising Kristel Verbeke's new program, which features honest stories about the problems faced by Flemish mothers. The HLN Showbits video features an interview with Verbeke.
Amidst discussions on state finances, figures like De Wever are looking for 10 billion euros, while Bouchez presents a plan involving 17 billion, including measures like closing stations and reducing civil servant numbers.
Thibaut Courtois discusses his situation with national coach Mark van Bommel regarding the Nations League, acknowledging that he may no longer be guaranteed a starting position.
A fire in an apartment building on Louizalaan in the center of Brussels has resulted in a death. The incident is marked as an update.
