Raúl Castro appears on Cuban state television

Woman who stalked radio DJ Fernando Halman receives 120 hours of community service and a restraining order

A 39-year-old woman has been sentenced to 120 hours of community service and a three-month suspended prison sentence for stalking radio DJ Fernando Halman. In addition to the community service, the court imposed a restraining order against the defendant.

Jon van Eerd anxious due to wildfire near French home: 'Suitcases are packed'

Dutch theater maker Jon van Eerd reported a frightening night after a large wildfire broke out near his home in France. Although he remains safe, he has packed his bags as a precautionary measure in case an evacuation becomes necessary.

China threatens measures after France bans advertising for SHEIN and Temu

China has expressed dissatisfaction with France's decision to ban advertisements for fast fashion retailers like SHEIN and Temu, labeling the move as trade protectionism disguised as environmental policy. Beijing has threatened to implement retaliatory measures in response to the French regulation.

Five-year prison sentence for firework bomb attack in Purmerend that left 16-year-old victim severely burned

Dozens of reports of safety issues on Pieter Calandlaan in recent years

Over the past five years, the municipality of Amsterdam has received over 70 complaints regarding unsafe traffic conditions on the Pieter Calandlaan in Nieuw-West, including speeding and dangerous driving. The concerns gained urgency after a 13-year-old boy recently died in a traffic accident, prompting planned safety improvements such as additional pedestrian crossings and traffic calming measures.