Justice On March 1, there were 12,316 detainees in Belgian prisons for 10,743 places. Despite extra capacity, there is 15 percent overcrowding. Places have been added in Belgian prisons over the past year. But there is still almost 15 percent overcrowding, according to figures from the Federal Public Service of Justice. A year ago the … Read more
Belgian army The investigation into a brawl in Åndalsnes, Norway, has yielded four additional suspects. The Norwegian police said this. Immediately after the battle, four Belgian soldiers were arrested and interrogated. On the night of Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 February, a group of up to twenty people brawled in the street in front of … Read more
There are major differences between schools and between regions in Flanders, according to the results of the language screening that was organized for the third time this school year in every third kindergarten class. Between Tuesday, October 10 and Thursday, November 30, 2023, the language screening, the Koala test, was organized in every third kindergarten … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to evaluate reports about the side effects of medications such as “Ozempic,” “Mounjaro,” and “Wegovy” on hair loss, and suicidal thoughts among people who take them. These drugs, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, to treat diabetes or weight loss, have been approved for use. They include semaglutide … Read more
Any business prefers long-term prosperity, wishing longevity to a profitable business. The highly lucrative US shale oil industry has transformed from a marathon race into a sprint race. This approach does not bode well for private business, the state, or the environment. As you know, American mining companies set historical records in old wells. Moreover, … Read more
Al-Marsad newspaper: A recent study revealed that following a healthy diet and sticking to it can add about 10 years to your life. food system The researchers found that people who eat regular food are unhealthy, in addition to those who ate a diet that the researchers called the “longevity diet.” They found that men … Read more
Bulgaria’s draft budget for 2024 included revenues from the energy contribution for the transit of Russian gas, which was introduced in October. The Bulgarian government expects to reduce Gazprom’s revenues and replenish its budget with an additional fee of $1.3 billion, Dnevnik.bg reports. At the same time, no one knows whether Gazprom will pay this … Read more
The Global Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) emphasizes the importance of a well-tested and accurate vaccine against African swine fever. If this is not the case, vaccination will lead to the maintenance and even further spread of the problematic pig disease. The WOAH realizes that years of lack of a vaccine or effective treatment have … Read more
Not all minerals and other resources belonging to other countries can be seized by the United States by force of arms. What is with momentary allies or real partners is not available for this method of taking possession. However, Washington does not stop trying to get even what is impossible through diplomatic pressure or blackmail. … Read more