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Coalition and Denk want measures against companies profiting from occupation of Palestinian territories

Amsterdam's governing coalition and the Denk party have proposed thirteen measures to restrict business with companies profiting from the occupation of Palestinian territories. The proposal aims to prioritize human rights in the city's €3.1 billion annual procurement policy and includes plans to support reconstruction efforts in the West Bank. With a majority in the city council, the measures are expected to be discussed during a session this Thursday.

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Peel your own fruit, no flip-flops in the jungle: how to prevent tropical infections

Internist-infectiologist Els van Nood provides essential advice for travelers visiting (sub)tropical destinations to avoid contracting diseases from bacteria and viruses. Her tips include basic safety measures like peeling your own fruit and wearing appropriate footwear in nature to ensure a worry-free vacation.

ITQ founder Francisco Perez van der Oord (49) values investing in people over millions in revenue: ‘The success of others gives me energy’

Francisco Perez van der Oord, founder of IT company ITQ, emphasizes that investing in employees has been the core of his business for 25 years. He prioritizes the professional growth and success of his staff over financial turnover and growth figures.

Blijmond gives every child a role in musical My Grandpa: ‘We see how they develop’

Students from the Blijmond musical and dance school are currently preparing for their annual production titled 'Mijn Opa.' The school emphasizes giving every child a role to support their personal development and growth through performance.

US: oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz 'disabled'

The United States military disabled an oil tanker flying under the Palau flag in the Strait of Hormuz. A US F-18 fighter jet used precision munitions to strike the engine room of the mv Marivex, according to regional command.

PowNed removes Verboden Liefde episodes due to participants' sex crime case

Dutch broadcaster PowNed has removed episodes of the program 'Verboden Liefde' from online platforms after two participants were charged in a sex crime case. The two men are suspected of abusing their foster sons and creating images of child sexual abuse.