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Magyar to Brussels for talks on frozen EU funds
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Magyar to Brussels for talks on frozen EU funds

Hungarian politician Péter Magyar is scheduled to meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels to discuss the release of frozen EU subsidies. While Magyar seeks the funds ...

Suspect arrested for shooting at house in Frederik Hendrikbuurt
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Suspect arrested for shooting at house in Frederik Hendrikbuurt

Police arrested a suspect following reports of a shooting at a residence on Van Houweningenstraat in Amsterdam-West on Sunday evening. Although investigators found a possible bullet hole in a window, ...

Jetten calls shooting 'shocking event'
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Jetten calls shooting 'shocking event'

Dutch Premier Rob Jetten described a shooting at the Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington as a "shocking event." President Donald Trump and members of his administration were unharmed in the inciden...

The captains of the Veronica ship have become tough old-timers, anniversary of the once-revolutionary broadcaster reveals
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The captains of the Veronica ship have become tough old-timers, anniversary of the once-revolutionary broadcaster reveals

Havo students fail final exams most often: 'Diluted VWO program'
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Havo students fail final exams most often: 'Diluted VWO program'

A data analysis by NU.nl reveals that Havo students in the Netherlands have the lowest final exam pass rates compared to other educational levels. While 97.5% of VMBO-basis students pass their exams, ...

Increasing number of areas at increased risk of wildfires
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Increasing number of areas at increased risk of wildfires

The Dutch fire department has declared Phase 2, the highest warning level for wildfires, in fifteen regions across the country. This alert signifies an elevated risk of nature fires, urging increased ...

New fighting reported in Malian city of Kidal
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New fighting reported in Malian city of Kidal

Renewed fighting has broken out between insurgents and Malinese government troops in the northern city of Kidal. Following a series of attacks across Mali on Saturday, rebels now claim to have taken c...

Stan Eveleens mercilessly punishes OFC blunder; SCW takes step towards third division survival
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Stan Eveleens mercilessly punishes OFC blunder; SCW takes step towards third division survival

SCW secured a dominant 4-0 victory over OFC, with Stan Eveleens capitalizing on a defensive error to help the team move closer to safety in the third class. With three matches remaining, SCW needs onl...

Standout Tijn Schoof critical of himself: 15 goals for SCW last season, only three so far
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Standout Tijn Schoof critical of himself: 15 goals for SCW last season, only three so far

SCW midfielder Tijn Schoof was recognized for his consistent performance in a match against OFC, despite his self-criticism over his scoring record this season. While teammate Cherinho Griffith starte...

Flow magazine releases 150th issue: ‘The more turbulent the world, the more we look for small happiness close to home’
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Flow magazine releases 150th issue: ‘The more turbulent the world, the more we look for small happiness close to home’

The Dutch magazine Flow has released its 150th edition, marking a milestone for the publication known for its focus on mindfulness. Editor-in-chief Irene Smit discusses the magazine's mission to help ...

Climbing over fences near Obdam
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Climbing over fences near Obdam

The newspaper supplement AlleTijd features a 15-kilometer walking route through the dikes and polders of Wogmeer and Obdam. Hikers can explore the scenic rural landscape by following the route on thei...

Massive bridge deck to sail through the city to Zuidas in the coming days
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Massive bridge deck to sail through the city to Zuidas in the coming days

A massive 21-by-26-meter bridge deck for the Schinkelbrug is being transported by boat through Amsterdam's waterways to the Zuidas. The final leg of the journey will take place on Tuesday evening to a...

'Your favorite music is the best medicine.' Researcher Jetske Stoop explains how it works to children at Expedition NEXT
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'Your favorite music is the best medicine.' Researcher Jetske Stoop explains how it works to children at Expedition NEXT

Researcher Jetske Stoop visited Pancratius primary school to demonstrate how favorite music can function as medicine. The session served as a preview for the science festival Expeditie NEXT, which is ...

Koninklijke HFC defeat without consequences; Haarlem side virtually safe
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Koninklijke HFC defeat without consequences; Haarlem side virtually safe

Koninklijke HFC suffered a 0-1 home defeat against title contenders De Treffers in the Tweede Divisie. Despite the loss, the Haarlem-based club remains virtually safe from relegation due to other resu...

Does your urine smell after eating asparagus? Urologist explains why
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Does your urine smell after eating asparagus? Urologist explains why

Urologist Piet Hoebeke explains the biological reasons why urine often develops a distinct and unpleasant odor after consuming white asparagus. He addresses the specific compounds in the vegetable tha...

No hay fever cure for now, but better nasal spray technique can help many
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No hay fever cure for now, but better nasal spray technique can help many

While a cure for hay fever remains unavailable, the number of sufferers in the Netherlands continues to grow. Experts emphasize that proper nasal spray application techniques can significantly help ma...

40 years after Chernobyl, we are committing to nuclear power again. Is it suddenly safe?
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40 years after Chernobyl, we are committing to nuclear power again. Is it suddenly safe?

On the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, this article examines the safety of nuclear energy in the modern era. It addresses seven key questions about whether a similar catastrophe could happ...

Only 200 left in the wild, but now also at Artis: four critically endangered Visayan warty pigs
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Only 200 left in the wild, but now also at Artis: four critically endangered Visayan warty pigs

Artis zoo in Amsterdam has welcomed four female Visayan warty pigs, a critically endangered species with only about 200 individuals remaining in the wild. The animals arrived from Rotterdam's Diergaar...

Six activists who caused A12 traffic jam still in custody
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Six activists who caused A12 traffic jam still in custody

Six activists remain in police custody following a demonstration on Saturday where they used vehicles to block a section of the A12 highway. They are scheduled for questioning on Sunday and are expect...

Mandy (34) was deployed to Lebanon, it changed her life forever: ‘Bodies lay along the road’
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Mandy (34) was deployed to Lebanon, it changed her life forever: ‘Bodies lay along the road’

Mandy Heeren, a 34-year-old Dutch professional soldier, was deployed in 2023 as the sole Dutch representative in the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon. The traumatic experiences she faced during the ...