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A prominent Belgian children's and emergency doctor, Gerlant Van Berlaer, has been arrested on suspicion of voyeurism after his ex-partner discovered hidden cameras. This development comes as students continue their fourth day of protests across Brussels and Wallonia.

In economic news, a potential VAT reform is anticipated to significantly impact supermarket shoppers. Meanwhile, over 170 million euros in fraudulent invoices linked to solar panel scams have been uncovered.

The national football team suffered a 4-1 defeat against France, leading to widespread media criticism of coach Mark Van Bommel's tactical choices. Politically, Theo Francken, a Member of the Chamber of Representatives for N-VA and Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade, has suggested reintroducing conscription, while the PTB and Écolo parties have criticized a policy declaration by Boris Dillies, the Minister-President of the Brussels-Capital Region.

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Doctor Arrested on Voyeurism Charges

Gerlant Van Berlaer, a well-known Belgian children's and emergency doctor, has been arrested on suspicion of voyeurism. The arrest follows the discovery of hidden cameras by his ex-partner.

HLN Famous children's and emergency doctor Gerlant Van Berlaer (58) arrested for… ↗

Student Protests Continue Across Regions

Student protests have entered their fourth consecutive day, with mobilizations taking place in both Brussels and Wallonia.

RTBF Live: Student protest enters fourth day in Brussels and Wallonia ↗

VAT Reform Expected to Impact Supermarket Shoppers

A potential VAT reform in Belgium is anticipated to have a notable effect on consumers, particularly those shopping at supermarkets.

De Morgen VAT Reform to Primarily Affect Supermarket Shoppers ↗

Coronavirus Circulating Widely Again

The concentration of coronavirus in wastewater has been increasing for twelve weeks, though the strain on healthcare remains low as infections typically present as severe colds or flu. The reason for this early summer surge is currently unknown.

De Standaard Coronavirus circulating widely again: "It heals itself, but ignore your FOMO… ↗

Solar Panel Scams Involve Millions in Fraudulent Invoices

More than 170 million euros in fraudulent invoices have been identified in Belgium, linked to scams involving solar panels.

La Libre Belgium: Over 170 million euros in fraudulent invoices linked to solar panel… ↗

Red Devils Suffer Loss to France, Coach Criticized

The Belgian national football team, the Red Devils, lost 4-1 to France, prompting strong criticism from the press regarding coach Mark Van Bommel's tactical decisions. Despite the defeat, player Lavia's potential is being compared to top Belgian footballers like Eden Hazard and Kevin De Bruyne.

Political Figures Debate Conscription and Policy

Theo Francken, Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade, has put forward the idea of reintroducing mandatory military service. Separately, the PTB and Écolo parties have sharply criticized a general policy declaration by Boris Dillies, the Minister-President of the Brussels-Capital Region, labeling it as "smoke and mirrors and recycling."

Rise in Cross-Border Misconduct Reports in Flanders

Flanders has experienced a significant increase in reported incidents of cross-border misconduct, primarily involving sexual harassment and psychological abuse.

De Morgen Increase in Reports of Cross-Border Misconduct in Flanders ↗