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Young, lonely and depressed: how do vocational students become happy again?

Vocational (mbo) students in the Netherlands are facing disproportionately high levels of mental health issues and suicidal thoughts due to combined academic, financial, and personal pressures. Although schools are implementing support programs to bridge gaps caused by long psychiatric waiting lists, proposed budget cuts now threaten the availability of critical youth doctors. These medical professionals are essential for the early detection and treatment of students struggling with severe depression and trauma.

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How much extra traffic will the construction of 24 apartments on Willem de Zwijgerlaan in Castricum cause? ‘It’s often very busy already’

Residents expressed concerns about increased traffic and parking issues during a meeting regarding the construction of 24 new apartments on Willem de Zwijgerlaan in Castricum. The participation evening highlighted that the area is already heavily congested, raising questions about the impact of the new development.

New parking rules for Hoofddorp city center

New parking regulations will take effect in the city center of Hoofddorp starting October 1st to improve accessibility for residents and visitors. The municipality of Haarlemmermeer is implementing these changes to better manage the needs of the growing urban area.

Vijlbrief puts knife to meat industry's throat: agency worker ban looms in two weeks

Minister Hans Vijlbrief has issued a two-week deadline for the meat processing industry to address labor abuses or face a ban on hiring temporary workers. This measure aims to compel slaughterhouses and processing companies to improve working conditions and compliance.

The influencer holiday is a popularity contest disguised as a school trip

New European tech package: more data centers and less dependence on Big Tech

The European Commission has introduced a new package of technology regulations aimed at reducing the continent's dependence on American big tech companies. The initiative focuses on promoting homegrown alternatives and expanding the number of data centers within Europe.