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The front page of De Standaard features a mix of domestic Belgian news, including political tensions, societal issues concerning teenagers, and a sports report on the Belgian national football team. International news covers US politics under Trump and China's relationship with the US. A story on…
This story explores the psychology behind bullying, examining the role of the perpetrator's personality and the group dynamics that enable such behavior, questioning whether the effects of bullying can be overcome after decades.
The article discusses rising mistrust among Belgian government parties, questioning whether the current administration can successfully implement its final austerity measures, especially after Prime Minister De Wever's comments on the country's limited capacity for further financial consolidation.
Parents from the 'Kids Unplugged' collective are trying to delay giving their teenagers smartphones, but face challenges as their children fear missing out on social interactions via apps like WhatsApp.
This opinion piece argues that modern politics, particularly concerning Belgian and federal budgets, revolves around deciding who suffers more, suggesting that this approach is leading to the downfall of the political center.
Mark van Bommel's debut as Belgium's national football coach was successful with a 0-2 victory against Italy in Rome, with Mika Godts delivering a standout performance, setting expectations high for their next match against France.
This live blog covers updates on US President Donald Trump's second term, including the decision to ban CNN from Air Force One following the lifting of his previous media ban.
The article explains Chinese President Xi Jinping's repeated warnings to Donald Trump about the 'Thucydides Trap,' emphasizing the importance of communication between Washington and Beijing to avoid conflict between a rising and a ruling power.
This article analyzes Frank Vandenbroucke's political position and influence at age seventy, exploring his potential goals and the concerns of French-speaking socialists regarding his impact on the social security system.
A profile of Karel Op 't Eynde, a 26-year-old curator of the art organization Jester in Genk, who also practices cohousing in Brussels, highlighting his daily inspiration from his living environment.
