Antwerp apartment fire leaves multiple dead
#AntwerpFire #BelgiumSeveral people killed and many injured in Antwerp apartment block fire on eighth floor. Over 200 residents evacuated; firefighters battle intense blaze with smoke warnings issued. read more
Belgium warns against eating Christmas trees due to pesticide concerns
#Belgium #ChristmasTreesBelgium's food agency advises against consuming Christmas trees after Ghent council suggests recycling them into recipes, citing safety concerns due to pesticide treatments. Agency warns edible trees are rare, while council revises campaign to clarify not all trees are suitable for consumption. read more
Belgian Mother Caught Holding Collapsing Ceiling, Escapes Unharmed
#CeilingCollapse #BelgiumFootage from a home in Belgium captures the moment a poorly-made ceiling collapses on a mother trying to hold it up, with dramatic images showing her futile attempts. Luckily, she escapes unharmed as the panels give way. read more
#Belgium #AutoBrewerySyndrome
A Belgian man with auto-brewery syndrome, a rare metabolic condition that produces alcohol in his body, was acquitted of drink-driving charges. Despite showing signs of alcohol intoxication, he was not legally intoxicated. Doctors confirmed his condition, emphasizing the lack of intoxication symptoms. read more