Home / WorldPhilippe becomes Belgium's 7th king after his father Albert abdicatesAP21 Jul, 2013 10:15 AMQuick ReadSubscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Sign in hereListening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditBRUSSELS (AP) Philippe becomes Belgium's 7th king after his father Albert abdicates.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditLatest from WorldPremiumWorldUS Government shuts down: How it happened and what it means for Americans01 Oct 05:05 AMWorldDisturbing details emerge after teen's body found in US singer’s car01 Oct 04:23 AMWorldUS Government enters shutdown01 Oct 04:07 AMSponsoredPoor sight leaving kids vulnerable22 Sep 01:23 AMAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.