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THE RECAP Your daily catch up - great with a morning coffee. Sign up  here. 1. Buying property in Belgium only expected to become more unaffordable "People who waited to buy in the hopes that prices would eventually start falling probably made the wrong choice."  Read More .   2. Oil and gas ‘surplus’ before 2030 could drive down prices for consumers, says IEA The IEA warned that while oil and gas may be temporarily cheaper it should not be a reason to slow the transition to cleaner energy.  Read More . 3. Over 500 people request debaptism following ‘disappointing’ Papal visit to Belgium The open letter denounces Pope Francis' "unacceptable" comments on women and abortion during his visit to Belgium last month.  Read More .   4. New international train linking Brussels and Amsterdam from 15 December The Eurocity Direct will cut travel time by 45 minutes between the two cities.  Read More . 5. Silence speaks volumes: Belgium’s Oscars submission tackling abuse in sport The timing could not have been better for the new Belgian film 'Julie Keeps Quiet', about a teenage tennis player trying to stay focused as her coach is suspended for abusive behaviour.  Read More . 6. Less than half of eligible voters went to the polls in two Brussels communes In two communes, not even half of all eligible people voted in the local elections, meaning the elected council represents a small share of the electorate.  Read More . 7. Man behind revenge porn website sentenced by Liège court The man allowed and encouraged the dissemination of sexually graphic images, often accompanied by personal information about the victims.  Read More . 8. Federal Government formation: De Wever pushes for swift progress as financial pressure rises Coalition partners are keen to reach an agreement so that tax measures can take effect from 1 January 2025. “It would be ideal to have a government by the first week of December."  Read More . HIDDEN SECRET OF THE DAY 9. Hidden Belgium: MOMU Cafe You can join the fashion fans at the self-service counter to pick up a healthy sandwich or a bowl of soup. It’s also a smart spot to meet friends for a coffee or a glass of wine.  Read More .