🇧🇪 La Libre Belgique
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About La Libre Belgique
La Libre Belgique is owned by IPM Group, a privately funded Belgian media organization. IPM Group was founded by the le Hodey family and is currently directed by François le Hodey, CEO. The publication is funded through subscriptions, newsstand sales, and advertising.
La Libre Belgique, founded in 1884, historically maintained a center-right Christian Democratic political stance and gained renown as an underground newspaper during both World Wars. While it has become more liberal since 1999, it is still considered to the right of Le Soir. Media Bias/Fact Check rates La Libre as 'Least Biased' with 'High factual reporting' due to balanced story selection, proper sourcing, and a clean fact-check record. The outlet adheres to a code of ethics emphasizing journalistic independence, fair representation of reality, and a commitment to diverse voices and corrections. Press freedom in Belgium is generally considered free, though Reporters Without Borders has noted concerns regarding abuses against journalists and the impact of declining advertising revenue on media.
Belgium hospital reform to include exemptions for Walloon facilities, no forced closures
- Belgian health ministers have agreed on the main principles of a hospital reform, including eased requirements for Walloon facilities. - The reform aims to reorganize the hospital landscape to bette…
Walloon politicians must grasp Brussels is their economic engine, says MR leader Bouchez
- MR party leader Georges-Louis Bouchez advocates for a
Belgium's heatwave peak shifts to weekend, potentially reaching 39C
- Belgium is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius this weekend. - Meteorologists attribute the prolonged and intensifying heat to a persistent high-pressure …
Our schools were not designed to withstand extreme heat
- Many school buildings in Belgium are not designed to withstand high temperatures, leading to classrooms becoming excessively hot during heatwaves. - Older buildings often lack solar protection and a…
With the heatwave, schools turn into saunas
- Belgian teachers report unbearable heat in classrooms, with temperatures reaching up to 36°C. - Schools lack adequate protection against the sun, forcing educators to adapt lessons and activities. -…
Brussels Public Sector Unions Call for Strike, Citing Unacceptable Conditions
- A public sector strike is planned for Tuesday in Brussels, involving various service workers. - Unions cite structural understaffing, workload increases, and declining job attractiveness as key issu…
Breast Cancer Clinics' Uncertain Future: 'Fighting a Decision Against Common Sense'
- Belgium faces a critical decision regarding 22 breast cancer clinics, with 11 in Wallonia, that may cease operations by January 2027. - Dr. Ysabel Struye warns of the potential consequences, calling…
Teachers' unions slam Belgian minister's heatwave circular
- Belgian teachers' unions criticize a circular on exceptional circumstances, arguing it forces classes to continue in inhumane heat. - The circular outlines school organization for heatwaves based on…
Bishop serves drinks at Namur music festival, opening church doors
- A Belgian bishop celebrated the Fêtes de la Musique by hosting a festival in the grounds of his residence, opening the church to the community. - Bishop Fabien Lejeusne organized a mass and invited …
Man faces court for torching aunt's car; woman allegedly brandished machete at police
- A man is on trial for setting his aunt's car on fire following a dispute over his grandmother's care. - The prosecution recommended a probationary sentence with strict conditions due to the defendan…
Belgium Coalition to Propose Global Ethical Texts by December 1
- Belgium's majority coalition plans to present a comprehensive package of ethical texts to the government by December 1st. - The proposed texts cover sensitive issues including abortion, discreet chi…
Japan's Emperor Naruhito Visits Belgium to Strengthen Friendship Ties
- Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako are visiting Belgium for a state visit. - This is their first state visit since Naruhito ascended the throne in 2019. - The visit commemorates 160 years o…
Sophie Rohonyi: DéFI is an alternative to the right's violence and the left's simplistic solutions
- Sophie Rohonyi, president of the DéFI party, positions it as an alternative to both right-wing "violence" and simplistic left-wing solutions. - She criticizes the MR party and Les Engagés, particula…
Missing housing lists at Foyer anderlechtois amid clientelism probe
- The Foyer anderlechtois, a social housing organization in Brussels, reported the disappearance of chronological work lists for tenant candidates and transfer applicants for 2023 and part of 2024. - …
Belgian resort town enforces zero tolerance as heatwave sparks visitor surge
- Belgian coastal towns are increasing police presence and waste management to prepare for an influx of visitors during a heatwave. - Knokke-Heist, a popular resort town, aims to prevent past disturba…
CEB starts Thursday, CE1D and CESS tomorrow: an unprecedented climate of uncertainty
- Students in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation are facing uncertainty as key exams begin amidst teacher protests over government austerity measures. - Teachers are being urged to boycott the exams and…
Walloon Parliament Favors Multinationals Over Collective Interest, Says Canopea
- Environmental group Canopea criticizes the Walloon Parliament's ratification of the CETA free trade agreement. - Canopea argues the agreement prioritizes multinational corporations over collective i…
WhatsApp Message Reveals Alleged Political Favoritism in Brussels Social Housing
- Lotfi Mostefa, president of the Foyer anderlechtois social housing board, has been temporarily suspended following management revelations. - A WhatsApp message from Brussels MP Isabelle Emmery (PS) …
Strépy-Bracquegnies tragedy: Paolo Falzone found guilty of seven murders, sentencing pending
- Paolo Falzone was found guilty of seven murders and 79 attempted murders for the Strépy-Bracquegnies tragedy. - Prosecutors requested 27 years in prison for Paolo Falzone, who drove the car into a c…
27 years in prison sought for Paolo Falzone in 'gilles' attack case
- Prosecutors are seeking a 27-year prison sentence for Paolo Falzone, who was found guilty of seven murders and attempted murder. - Falzone intentionally drove into a group of 'gilles' in Strépy-Brac…
Violent Assaults on Transit Agents Spark Calls for Better Equipment in Belgian Stations
- Two Securail agents were violently assaulted at Antwerp-Central station, with one incident caught on video. - The assaults follow similar incidents in other Belgian train stations, highlighting a ri…
Belgian Budget Minister favors 7 billion euro effort with long-term measures
- Belgian Budget Minister Vincent Van Peteghem favors a 7 billion euro budget effort. - He prefers structural, long-term measures over cosmetic, short-term fixes. - The minister communicated his prefe…
Belgian teachers' protest casts shadow over crucial certification exams
- Teachers in the Federation Wallonia-Brussels are protesting government austerity measures, threatening to disrupt certification exams. - The exams, scheduled from June 18-25, are crucial for student…
Belgium Braces for Second Major Heatwave of Year, Temperatures to Hit 33°C
- Belgium is bracing for its second significant heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to reach up to 33 degrees Celsius (91.4 Fahrenheit) on Friday. - The heatwave is forecast to be particu…
Undocumented Nigerian wins 500,000 euros in Italian lottery, finally obtains residency permit
- A 36-year-old Nigerian undocumented immigrant in Italy won 500,000 euros in a scratch-off lottery. - He faced difficulties claiming his prize due to his undocumented status and a past scam by an acq…
Belgium Criticized Again for Prison Overcrowding and Conditions
- Belgium faces renewed criticism from the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers over its catastrophic prison conditions and rising inmate population. - The committee expressed "deep concern" abo…
Weather: Cloudy Start to the Week Before a Sharp Rise in Temperatures
- The week will start with cloudy skies before temperatures rise significantly. - Monday will see partly to very cloudy skies inland due to developing cumulus clouds and high-level clouds from the wes…
How Belgium's Green Leaders Found New Roles After 2024 Elections
- Several prominent Ecolo and Groen politicians have transitioned to new roles following the 2024 elections, which saw their parties move into opposition. - These former high-profile figures are now e…
King Philippe encourages the Red Devils for the World Cup: 'The entire nation is behind you'
- King Philippe of Belgium spoke via video conference with the national football team's coach, captain, and top scorer. - He expressed his pleasure with the coach's singing of the national anthem and …
Bouchez targets 2029 elections, declares 'We will win'
- Georges-Louis Bouchez, president of Belgium's liberal MR party, expressed confidence in winning the 2029 elections. - He addressed recent unfavorable polls, emphasizing the party's courage in taking…
Parliament President Denounces Inadequate Protection After Brussels Protest Damages
- The president of the Wallonia-Brussels Parliament denounced inadequate protection during a June 4 protest. - Benoît Dispa stated that the parliament building sustained at least 60,000 euros in damag…
Belgium modernizes three coastal patrol ships for 34 million euros
- Belgium is modernizing its three coastal patrol vessels for 34 million euros, citing a changed security landscape. - Defense Minister Theo Francken stated the war in Ukraine and rising tensions nece…
Belgian priest's obituary mistakenly mentions wife and children, causing confusion
- A Belgian priest's obituary mistakenly stated he had a wife, children, and grandchildren, causing surprise within the Hasselt diocese. - The diocese clarified that the mentioned family members were …
Brussels shopkeepers decry year of decline: 'The neighborhood has changed'
- Merchants in Brussels's Rue du Bailli and Châtelain neighborhoods report increased dirt, insecurity, and access difficulties one year after public works projects. - Shopkeepers cite rising shoplifti…
Brussels Region injects 180 million euros into Vivaqua, becomes 49% shareholder
- The Brussels-Capital Region will invest 180 million euros in Vivaqua, becoming a 49% shareholder. - This capital injection aims to implement a strong and ambitious water policy, despite past challen…
"We cannot solve a mobility problem by creating a major social problem"
- A union criticizes a mobility policy, calling it "brutal and socially irresponsible." - The union argues the policy disproportionately affects low-skilled workers, hindering their reintegration into…
Belgium receives Taliban delegation list from European Commission for visa processing
- Belgium has received a list of Taliban delegation members from the European Commission. - This list enables preliminary analysis for visa applications for the delegation invited to Brussels. - The i…
Vlaams Belang balloons disrupt Belgian parliamentary session
- Flemish far-right party Vlaams Belang disrupted a parliamentary session by releasing balloons with anti-immigration slogans. - The stunt led to a brief suspension of the plenary session in the Chamb…
French far-right leader Bardella visits Brussels to rally allies
- French far-right leader Jordan Bardella is visiting Brussels to speak at the Flemish Parliament at the invitation of the anti-immigration Vlaams Belang party. - The visit aims to strengthen ties wit…
Accused of Blocking Teaching Posts, Belgian Lawmaker Geneviève Lazaron Defends Her Record
- Geneviève Lazaron, a Belgian lawmaker from the Engagés party, defended herself against accusations of blocking teaching positions while in politics. - Mars Attacks, a collective critical of elected …
Gut pathogen linked to colorectal cancer identified by scientists
- Scientists have made a significant discovery regarding gut bacteria and a recently identified virus that may contribute to colorectal cancer. - The research aims to understand the mechanisms by whi…
Exams cancelled but laser game 'mandatory' at prestigious Saint-Michel college: 'We thought it was a joke'
- Prestigious Saint-Michel college cancelled final exams due to a teachers' strike. - Students were then reportedly required to participate in a laser game outing. - Parents expressed disbelief and an…
European Migration Pact takes effect, introducing border screenings and faster procedures
- The European Pact on Migration and Asylum enters into force across the EU, largely on June 12. - The pact aims to harmonize asylum procedures and speed up processing times. - It introduces border as…
Falzone Trial Nears End; Defense Cites Principle Favoring Accused
- The trial of Falzone is nearing its conclusion, with closing arguments presented. - The defense emphasized that if multiple interpretations of events exist, the version most favorable to the accused…
Belgian teachers demand exam cancellation amid school disruptions; minister resists
- Teachers and unions in Belgium are calling for the cancellation of external certification exams (CEB, CE1D, CESS) due to recent class disruptions. - Minister Valérie Glatigny insists the exams are m…
Greta Thunberg Joins Brussels Students Protesting Alleged Police Violence
- Over a thousand people gathered in Brussels to protest alleged police violence during recent education reform demonstrations. - Activist Greta Thunberg joined the peaceful march, expressing solidari…
Inquiry commission on Foyer anderlechtois to be chaired by Bertin Mampaka
- A second inquiry commission has been established by the Brussels-Capital Region, focusing on the Foyer anderlechtois housing authority. - The commission, comprising 15 members and chaired by Bertin …
Bernadette Chirac's funeral set for Friday in Paris
- Funeral services for Bernadette Chirac, former first lady of France, are scheduled for Friday in Paris. - A separate memorial service will be held Sunday in Corrèze, where she served as a local coun…
Brussels teachers to hold 'large peaceful demonstration' Monday
- Teachers in Brussels are planning a large, peaceful demonstration on Monday against what they describe as reforms and violence targeting young people. - The protest is a response to events on June 4…
Oosterweel, the 'construction site of the century,' sees costs continue to rise
- The Oosterweel project in Antwerp, Belgium, intended to complete the city's ring road, has seen its costs skyrocket from an initial 3.6 billion euros to over 10 billion euros. - The project, describ…
N-VA Promotes Flemish Mutual Insurance, Seeks to Limit Intermediary Roles
- Flemish Minister-President Matthias Diependaele advocates for limiting the role of intermediary bodies. - His party, N-VA, is promoting a purely Flemish mutual insurance organization. - This initiat…
Young Man Prosecuted for 'Death to You' Message to Belgian Minister
- A young man is being prosecuted for sending a death threat via Telegram to Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden. - The man, identified as Arthur (a pseudonym), expressed regret, stating he was angry …
Russian inmate escapes Bruges hospital, manhunt underway
- A 31-year-old Russian inmate, Alaouidi Djabrailov, escaped from a Bruges hospital on Friday and remains at large. - Djabrailov allegedly threatened guards with a sharp object during a clothing chang…
Brussels Protests Turn Violent: Police Clash with Students and Teachers Over Education Decree
- Two days of high tension in Brussels saw clashes between protesters and police during a demonstration against an education decree. - Incidents included sporadic confrontations, the setting ablaze of…
For Elisabeth Degryse's chief of staff, “We must absolutely not touch the special financing law”
- Laurent de Briey, chief of staff for a Wallonia-Brussels minister, opposes revising Belgium's special financing law (LSF). - He argues that revising the law downwards would be detrimental, as it is …
LEZ: Fines will start falling on July 1
- Brussels tax authorities will begin issuing fines for Low Emission Zone (LEZ) violations on July 1. - Fines will target vehicles that do not meet the 2025 restrictions, specifically diesel Euro 5 an…
Nivelles Alderman Charles Gourdin to Resign Due to Health
- Charles Gourdin, an alderman in Nivelles, will resign from his post by January 1, 2027, due to health reasons. - He will remain a municipal councilor but is stepping down from his executive role to …
Walloon CPAS Directors Demand Real Consultation on Reforms
- Directors-general of Walloon CPAS (Public Social Welfare Centers) are demanding genuine consultation on upcoming reforms. - Major reforms are set to significantly impact CPAS operations, including r…
Belgium Weather: Stable Conditions and Slight Warming Expected Mid-June
- Belgium is expected to see more stable weather next week after a period of showers and storms. - Temperatures are forecast to rise slightly from mid-week, reaching above seasonal norms but not exces…
French Children's Rights Official Warns of AI Risks for Youth Mental Health
- A French children's rights official has warned about the risks artificial intelligence poses to children. - Solayman Laqdim highlighted the danger of mistaking digital support for genuine human conn…
Foyer Anderlechtois Vice-President Denounces "Clandestine Committee" for Bypassing Social Housing Waitlists
- The vice-president of Foyer anderlechtois, Marcela Gori, denounces a clandestine "derogation committee." - This alleged committee reportedly bypassed official waiting lists for social housing for th…
Anger will not subside; I have not seen such a large mobilization since the 1996 strikes
- Teachers in Belgium are protesting a government decree-program set to implement changes for the upcoming academic year. - The Segec general secretary, Alexandre Lodez, criticizes the reform as being…
Touring demands urgent clarification on Brussels LEZ fines
- Touring, a road users' organization, is demanding urgent clarification from the Brussels government regarding the reintroduction of Low Emission Zone (LEZ) fines. - Fines for vehicles no longer perm…
Health Minister Vandenbroucke attacks colleague Simonet over 'personal attacks'
- Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke criticized colleague Éléonore Simonet over her statements regarding the BIM status system. - Vandenbroucke stated Simonet's mutual insurance company's off…
Antwerp Artists Fight for Space Amid Urban Development Concerns
- Artists in Antwerp are fighting to keep their space, Ercola House, open. - The struggle highlights broader questions about the future of cultural spaces in Flemish and European cities. - The debate …
Belgian organizations call for junk food ad ban
- Around 50 organizations are urging Belgium's Health Minister to ban junk food advertising. - They cite health costs exceeding 27 billion euros annually due to poor diet and cite studies showing chil…
Losing to France is the worst, says Belgian minister due to sports rivalry
- Belgian Housing Minister Karine Lalieux intensely follows the national football team, the Red Devils, and considers losing to France the worst possible outcome due to the intense sports rivalry. - L…
Parental leave gap between men and women narrows in Belgium
- The use of parental leave in Belgium is increasing, with more workers taking advantage of the benefit. - Flexible options, such as 1/10th or 1/5th time off, are driving this trend, with the 1/5th op…
Arizona Tax Reform Clears First Reading in Committee
- Arizona's tax reform plan has passed its first reading in committee, moving closer to a plenary session. - The reform aims to gradually increase the tax-exempt income threshold to 15,600 euros by 20…
SNCB transport offer shrinks by 3 million kilometers in 2025
- Belgian railway company SNCB saw a nearly 4% decrease in its transport offer in 2025 compared to the previous year. - Factors contributing to the decline include high train driver absenteeism, numer…
Walloon Highways See Drop in Litter: 726 Tons Collected in 2025
- Approximately 726 tons of waste were collected from Walloon highways in 2025, a decrease from the nearly 840 tons collected in 2024. - The collected waste includes litter from central and side verge…
Falzone trial: Defense claims braking shows lack of intent to kill
- A Belgian court is hearing the case of Paolo Falzone, accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens by driving into a parade. - The trial's main issue is whether Falzone's actions constitute m…
Facing migrant influx on the coast, Belgium refuses to beg from the UK
- Belgium's Interior Minister, Paul Van Tigchelt, rejected calls for the country to seek foreign funding to manage migrant flows. - He stated Belgium would not beg for money, referencing a UK-France d…
Parliamentary vote on education austerity faces procedural challenge
- The Parliament of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation is set to vote on a decree-program containing austerity measures in education on June 4. - The vote's date was moved up from June 10, bypassing the…
Ecolo Demands Parliament President's Resignation Over Procedural Violations
- The Ecolo party demands the immediate resignation of the president of the Parliament of the French-Speaking Community (FWB), Benoît Dispa. - Ecolo accuses Dispa of twice violating parliamentary proc…
"The movement that started last night is simply not acceptable": Minister Neven Reacts to Skeyes Strike
- Walloon Minister Cécile Neven condemned a spontaneous strike by Skeyes air traffic controllers as unacceptable, citing disruptions to passengers and freight. - The strike led to 30 passenger flight …
School Bus From Fatal Accident Company Runs Red Light at Same Location
- A school bus from the same company involved in a fatal Buggenhout accident was caught running a red light at the same location. - The incident occurred three days after a previous crash killed stude…
Teachers' anger mounts as decree-law faces new hurdle after commission approval
- A decree-law aimed at budget cuts in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation is facing strong opposition from teachers. - The decree passed a parliamentary commission despite the protests, but now encounte…
Thunderstorm Alert Extended Across Belgium
- Belgium's Royal Meteorological Institute (IRM) has extended a yellow warning for thunderstorms across most of the country until Wednesday afternoon. - The storms could be locally intense, bringing s…
Brussels Ring faces new major construction project at Quatre-Bras interchange
- The Flemish government has approved a major renovation of the Quatre-Bras interchange on the Brussels Ring road, near the Avenue de Tervueren. - The project, which includes structural renovation of …
"We Lost Everything": Scenes of Desolation After Floods Devastate Wallonia
- Severe storms in Wallonia caused widespread devastation, with emergency services responding to approximately 1,500 incidents. - Residents described losing everything as floodwaters rose rapidly, wit…
"One Step, One Roof": A Social Worker Walks 120 km and Raises Over 75,000 Euros, "A Slightly Crazy Solidarity Challenge"
- A social worker named Julien Vande Weyer completed a 120 km walk from Liège to Brussels to raise funds for homeless individuals. - His "Un pas, un toit" (One Step, One Roof) initiative surpassed its…
20 Km de Bruxelles 2026: All Details on the 46th Edition
- The 46th edition of the 20 Km de Bruxelles race will take place on Sunday, May 31, 2026, attracting approximately 50,000 participants. - The course remains largely the same as the previous year, wit…
Sharp Tensions in Brussels MR Party After New RTBF Poll: 'This is Precisely the Sign That There is Real Unease'
- A new poll shows a significant decline in support for the MR party in Brussels, falling to 14.2% from 21.5% in the 2024 elections. - The Workers' Party of Belgium (PTB) now leads in Brussels with 24…
Foyer anderlechtois elections questioned by DéFI, ethics commission alerted
- DéFI is questioning the regularity of elections within the Foyer anderlechtois, a social housing organization. - The party cites a recent investigative report alleging influence by president Lotfi M…
Belgium Adopts Programme Law Amidst Parliamentary Turmoil, Limited Wage Indexation
- Belgium's "programme law" was adopted after a chaotic parliamentary process, with the budget initially under provisional twelfths. - A key measure, the limited indexation of wages, faced significant…
Princess Elisabeth Graduates from Harvard University
- Princess Elisabeth of Belgium has officially graduated from Harvard University. - Her parents, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, attended the ceremony in Boston. - The princess aims to lead a normal…
Anderlecht scandal: Councilor denounces "potentially unhealthy climate" and "targeted mechanism to silence her"
- A local councilor in Anderlecht, Belgium, has accused the mayor and communal college of creating a toxic environment and a targeted campaign to silence her. - The councilor alleges that the presiden…
Brussels government places Saint-Josse under coercive guardianship amid financial crisis
- The Brussels government has placed the municipality of Saint-Josse under coercive guardianship due to a severe financial deficit exceeding 30 million euros. - The municipality has requested a 7 mill…
Brussels government crisis looms as Anders threatens exit over housing scandal inquiry
- Frédéric De Gucht, president of the Anders party, threatened to leave the Brussels government. - His ultimatum is conditional on the establishment of a parliamentary inquiry commission into the Foye…
Disputed Anderlecht sale trial postponed again
- The trial concerning the disputed sale of Anderlecht football club to Marc Coucke has been postponed again. - The delay is due to a request to recuse the presiding judge, filed by the defense of for…
Four dead, including two children, in Belgian school bus-train collision
- A school minibus carrying specialized education students was struck by a train in Buggenhout, Belgium, resulting in a severe accident. - Four people, including two children aged 12 and 15, the bus e…
Chinese Astronaut to Spend a Year on Space Station Tiangong
- China launched the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft carrying three taikonauts to the Tiangong space station. - One taikonaut is scheduled to spend a year aboard the station, marking a milestone in China's spa…
'Dad Hits Mom' but They've Moved On: When Justice's Timeline Outpaces Life's Realities
- A couple accused of domestic violence appeared in court together, seeking to drop charges due to their reconciliation. - The case involves allegations of assault on the wife and a minor child, with …
Brussels Government Reaches Agreement on Louise Roundabout Redesign After Weeks of Dispute
- Brussels has reached an agreement between the MR and Groen parties on the redesign of the Louise roundabout after weeks of disputes. - The compromise aims to balance traffic flow with road safety, m…
Belgian prosecutors investigate alleged involvement in Sarajevo 'sniper safaris'
- Belgian federal prosecutors have opened an investigation into potential Belgian involvement in
Walloon Parliament Erupts Over Budget Crisis: 'You Are Amateurs in Chief'
- Socialist group leader Christie Morreale harshly criticized the Walloon regional government's budget management, accusing them of incompetence and damaging the economy. - Morreale highlighted a sign…
Respect for Mutualities Needed, But Transformation is Key, Says Prévot
- Belgian Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot expressed the need for respect towards mutual insurance organizations while acknowledging the necessity of transformation. - Prévot reacted to Health Mini…
Weather: A Cold and Rainy Sunday
- Sunday will be cold and rainy across Belgium, with limited clear spells. - Showers and thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon and evening, moving in from the west. - Temperatures will range fro…
Silent Calls Could Be a New Scam: Beware of a New Form of Fraud
- Unknown callers hanging up immediately may be a scam to verify active phone lines. - Scammers can use voice samples from brief answered calls to impersonate individuals with AI. - To avoid scams, av…
