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Emergency services have confirmed multiple fatalities and dozens evacuated as a fire at a high-rise construction site in Brussels spread through lift shafts. Investigators are probing the blaze’s cause while authorities vow to tighten safety standards across construction sites.
UK parents Maisie and Josh traveled with their unborn son Theo to Texas for a groundbreaking in-womb procedure to repair complex gastroschisis. The trial, led by foetal and paediatric surgeons, aims to shift treatment before birth. Theo was delivered healthy in Texas and is doing remarkably well; if successful, the UK could offer the procedure to more patients.
Leuven will not permit a Europa League match against Israel’s champion to be played in its city venue, citing public safety. Union Brussels must find an alternative host venue as the game on Oct. 22 approaches. UEFA says the host club is responsible for securing a suitable venue.