![Belgian acquitted of drunk driving because his body creates alcohol Belgian acquitted of drunk driving because his body creates alcohol](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711866103_gaveltukulmahkam.jpg)
Belgian acquitted of drunk driving because his body creates alcohol
The man suffers from auto-brewery syndrome (ABS), a rare condition whereby the body produces alcohol, his lawyer said.
Tue Apr 23 2024
![Ostrich hugs on offer at Belgian animal rescue farm Ostrich hugs on offer at Belgian animal rescue farm](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710493777_TBOSTRICHPINO.jpg)
Ostrich hugs on offer at Belgian animal rescue farm
This is the only place in the world where ostriches will really cuddle with people, said Wendy Adriaens.
Sat Mar 23 2024
![Pope expels disgraced former bishop, says Belgian church Pope expels disgraced former bishop, says Belgian church](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41711081297_TBPopeFrancisjp.jpg)
Pope expels disgraced former bishop, says Belgian church
Roger Vangheluwe who resigned as Bishop of Bruges, admitted more than a decade ago to sexually abusing two nephews, the Belgian church said.
Fri Mar 22 2024
![Motor racing: Verstappen wins at Spa in crushing eighth in a row Motor racing: Verstappen wins at Spa in crushing eighth in a row](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/81690768088_MaxVerstappen.jpg)
Motor racing: Verstappen wins at Spa in crushing eighth in a row
Red Bull's 13th consecutive victory made the team the first in the sport's 73-year history to win the opening 12 races of a season.
Mon Jul 31 2023
![Indian police retain carrier pigeons as backstop against disasters Indian police retain carrier pigeons as backstop against disasters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/41687251122_TBPigeonmessenger.jpg)
Indian police retain carrier pigeons as backstop against disasters
The pigeons usually carry messages written on lightweight onion paper, inserted into a capsule and then tied to a leg.
Sun Jun 25 2023
![Thousands protest in Brussels demanding release of Belgian aid worker in Iran Thousands protest in Brussels demanding release of Belgian aid worker in Iran](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81674440943_OlivierVandecasteel.jpg)
Thousands protest in Brussels demanding release of Belgian aid worker in Iran
Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele was sentenced to 40 years in prison on charges including spying.
Mon Jan 23 2023
![Demi pingat Piala Dunia, Emiliano Martinez belanja lebih RM100,000 beli anjing pengawal Demi pingat Piala Dunia, Emiliano Martinez belanja lebih RM100,000 beli anjing pengawal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/41671412773_EmilianoMartinez.jpg)
Demi pingat Piala Dunia, Emiliano Martinez belanja lebih RM100,000 beli anjing pengawal
Martinez membeli anjing pengawal Belgian Malinois, yang digunakan oleh Perkhidmatan Udara Khas Britain dan Tentera Laut Amerika Syarikat.
Mon Jan 02 2023
![RM: From K-pop star to patron of the arts RM: From K-pop star to patron of the arts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71663217929_BTS.jpg)
RM: From K-pop star to patron of the arts
The South Korean rapper reportedly acquired it from the Belgian gallery owner Xavier Hufkens for $1.2 million.
Sat Sep 17 2022
![Motor racing - Verstappen speeding towards title with Belgian win Motor racing - Verstappen speeding towards title with Belgian win](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/71661746667_MaxVerstappen.jpg)
Motor racing - Verstappen speeding towards title with Belgian win
Verstappen delivered a masterclass as he beat Mexican team mate Sergio Perez by 17.8 seconds and set the fastest lap.
Mon Aug 29 2022
![British-Belgian teen becomes youngest person to fly solo around the world British-Belgian teen becomes youngest person to fly solo around the world](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/81661410927_MackRutherford.jpg)
British-Belgian teen becomes youngest person to fly solo around the world
Mack Rutherford landed at an airfield near the Bulgarian capital Sofia after flying 54,124 km and visiting more than 30 countries.
Thu Aug 25 2022
![Shakin' bacon? Belgian researchers study pigs' response to music Shakin' bacon? Belgian researchers study pigs' response to music](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/61658804841_BELGIUM.jpg)
Shakin' bacon? Belgian researchers study pigs' response to music
The findings could have practical impacts for the industry as meat quality is affected by stress in animals, Paesmans said.
Tue Jul 26 2022
![Belgian vice-PM steps down temporarily to take care of husband Belgian vice-PM steps down temporarily to take care of husband](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/41650535241_SophieWilmes.jpg)
Belgian vice-PM steps down temporarily to take care of husband
Wilmes said she will temporarily step down from the government to take care of her husband, who has been diagnosed with brain cancer.
Thu Apr 21 2022
![Aaron-Wooi Yik crash out in French Open semis, Tze Yong wins Belgium title Aaron-Wooi Yik crash out in French Open semis, Tze Yong wins Belgium title](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/41627127939_AaronChiaSohWooi.jpg)
Aaron-Wooi Yik crash out in French Open semis, Tze Yong wins Belgium title
The future looks promising for Malaysia as men's singles player Ng Tze Yong clinched the Belgian International title in Leuven.
Sun Oct 31 2021
![Beyond mussels and fries: 5 Belgian specialties Beyond mussels and fries: 5 Belgian specialties](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/71633576460_BELGIUM.jpg)
Beyond mussels and fries: 5 Belgian specialties
If you think the food of Belgium comes down to mussels and fries, read on to learn about some of its other specialities.
Thu Oct 07 2021
![Motor racing: Belgian GP fans should get their money back, says Hamilton Motor racing: Belgian GP fans should get their money back, says Hamilton](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/71630312540_BELGIUM.jpg)
Motor racing: Belgian GP fans should get their money back, says Hamilton
Hamilton said Belgian GP fans should get their money back after they waited hours in the cold and wet without seeing a competitive lap.
Mon Aug 30 2021