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Schools in Mexico closed amid unrest after cartel leader's death
Schools across six Mexican states will remain closed on Monday following the death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho. Gangs have caused significant unrest by blocking roa...
Venezuela releases 23 political prisoners
Venezuelan authorities released 23 political prisoners on Sunday under a new amnesty law introduced last Thursday. The human rights organization Foro Penal confirmed the releases, which are part of a ...
Bol.com and MediaMarkt pull popular headphones from sale over high levels of ‘substances of concern’
Major retailers including Bol.com and MediaMarkt have immediately removed several popular headphones and headsets from sale due to high concentrations of concerning substances. An investigation into o...
Hydrochloric acid to be measured three times a year at ICL fertilizer plant
Amsterdam downplays 20 million overnight stay limit: just a ‘goal’
Amsterdam's municipality is defending itself in court against a group of residents seeking to enforce a 20-million overnight stay limit on tourism. The city maintains the cap is an administrative goal...
It is not easy living on the streets as a woman. You also get harassed a lot
Reuters: U.S. task force helped track down cartel boss
An American taskforce provided intelligence that helped locate El Mencho, the leader of Mexico's Jalisco cartel. The drug kingpin was subsequently killed during a military raid on Sunday.
Kim Jong-un re-elected as leader of Workers' Party
North Korea's ruling Workers' Party has re-elected Kim Jong-un as its general secretary during a party congress. The announcement was made on Sunday by the state news agency KCNA.
Motorcyclist killed in accident on A15, road closed
A motorcyclist died in a serious accident on the A15 highway near Europoort on Sunday evening. Following the incident, the road heading toward Rotterdam was temporarily closed to allow for a police in...
Dutch Foreign Ministry tells citizens in Mexico to stay indoors after drug lord's death
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Dutch citizens in Mexico to stay indoors following the death of drug lord El Mencho. The killing of the drug kingpin by Mexican police on Sunday has tr...
Mexican Jalisco cartel leader killed in police raid
A high-ranking member of a drug cartel was killed during a raid by Mexican authorities in the state of Jalisco. The death of the cartel figure was confirmed by officials following initial reports from...
Vlaardingen foster parents lose custody of their own child
Foster parents Johnny van den B. and Daisy W. from Vlaardingen have lost parental authority over their biological child and guardianship of another child following a Rotterdam court ruling. The decisi...
One Battle wins six BAFTAs, I Swear surprises with acting award
The crime comedy 'One Battle After Another' was the main winner at the BAFTA awards on Sunday night, securing six wins out of thirteen nominations. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, the film d...
One Battle After Another wins six BAFTAs, I Swear surprises with acting award
The crime comedy 'One Battle After Another' emerged as the major winner at the BAFTA awards on Sunday, securing six trophies. The ceremony, which celebrates the best in British film, also featured a s...
Telstar bold in De Kuip, but White Lions still lose to Feyenoord
Telstar lost 2-1 to Feyenoord at De Kuip despite taking an early 1-0 lead. The "White Lions" delivered a strong performance in the final minutes but were unable to find an equalizer.
Activists hang photo of Andrew in Louvre after arrest
Activists hung a photograph of former British Prince Andrew in the Louvre museum in Paris. The image depicts Andrew sitting in the back of a car following a lengthy police interrogation that took plac...
Over 200 prisoners in Venezuela on hunger strike for amnesty law
More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela have launched a hunger strike to demand their release. The protest follows the recent implementation of a new amnesty law in the country.
What are your sexual gas and brake pedals? 9 psychological insights for a better life
The Dutch weekend magazine Mezza presents nine psychological insights aimed at improving personal well-being and relationships. The article explores themes such as managing negative thoughts and under...
Telstar has its own ‘Experience’ at the Halfweg outlet, though fans prefer a fan shop: ‘Pity, I would have liked to buy a shirt’
Dutch football club Telstar has opened a 'Telstar Experience' center at Amsterdam The Style Outlets in Halfweg. While the location showcases the club's brand alongside international labels, some visit...
City housing cooperatives join forces in single partnership
Fifteen housing cooperatives in Amsterdam have officially formed the "Platform Wooncoöperaties Amsterdam" to collaborate and share expertise on collective living. This new association aims to support...