Author: Rik Tuinstra

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Emmanuel Macron, the president of France, announced that condoms will be available for free in pharmacies for anyone under the age of 25. 'A great measure that should be implemented in Belgium too', says Boris Cruyssaert from Sensoa.

Morocco has had a fantastic World Cup so far and has been one of the biggest surprises in the tournament. In the round of 16 they will play Spain. 'I believe we have a bigger chance of winning than Spain does,' says Moroccan sports journalist Bakkioui.

Today at 16:00, Belgium will play a must-win game against group leaders Croatia in the World Cup. Belgium currently sits in third place and if they lose, they can pack their bags. If Croatia wins or draws they seal their place in the knock-out stages.

Moldova is one of the poorest countries in Europe and the people are struggling to afford to live. Moldovan president Maia Sandu pledged more support as Russia continues to slash the gas and electricity supplies to destabilize the small country.

This Wednesday Japan surprised the world and won 1-2 against Germany in their World Cup match. ‘Tons of people are urging the Japanese government to make the 23rd of November a national holiday to celebrate this historical achievement’

The new boss of Twitter, Elon Musk, removed the former US President Donald Trump's ban after a public vote on the social media platform. However, Trump has not been the only one whose ban has been lifted by the business magnate.

Multiple World Cup fan zones in Belgium have been cancelled due to a lack of interest. What do young people think of the World Cup being organised in Qatar and about the fan zones being cancelled? Do they feel the excitement a World Cup usually brings?

One of the all-time greatest boxers Floyd Mayweather beat YouTuber Deji in a boxing match in Dubai in the sixth round. It was the latest boxing influencer fight that gathered much interest.

Football is changing and I don’t know how to feel about it. I’m scared that we will never have another superstar in football. Not a single player for a future generation to idolise.

Italian football club Como 1907 has the richest owners in Italian football. This summer the club shocked the world with the signing of Spanish footballer Cesc Fàbregas. However, Como 1907 is not like any other football club.

The tenth album of American indie-rock band Death Cab For Cutie is an album any indie-rock lover should be aware of. A record that is able to make you feel like you're travelling the world and being taken away from the everyday stresses in life.

Is Brussels really as bad as we've heard? Is the negative image justified, or is it a city underappreciated and misunderstood? 21bis-reporters Rik and Kiia spoke to three people who love the Belgian capital for the series Reporting the city.

Four teams are still fighting for promotion to England's highest football division: The Premier League. The club that promotes will receive a minimum sum close to €235 million. Who can handle the pressure best?

De Vlaamse dj Voltrack werd tweede bij de wedstrijd MNM Start To DJ, draait op festivals en clubs over heel Vlaanderen en speelde al in de Verenigde Staten. Maar dit is pas het begin: 'Ik voel dat er veel meer in mij zit dan er tot nu toe uitkwam.'

Tijdens de wedstrijd van Charlotte FC-La Galaxy zaten er bijna 75.000 op de tribune. Een recordaantal voor de Major League Soccer en de tweede grootste opkomst voor een sportevenement dit jaar. Worden Amerikanen nu dan toch voetbalgek?

If you know anyone developing, struggling with or recovering from an eating disorder, you may know how challenging this is. Here are 6 things you should never tell them. You may be caught using these sentences on a daily basis without thinking about it.