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"I got involved quite suddenly": Two defendants face prison for hiding Sherwin's (41) body in Meer

Two men face potential prison sentences in an Amsterdam court for concealing the body of Sherwin Peterhof, who was found murdered and buried in Meer last year. The suspects allegedly transported the decomposing body in a car trunk for several days before performing preparatory work to hide the remains. The family of the victim spoke out against the dehumanizing treatment Sherwin received even after his death.

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Two cars heavily damaged by fire on Engelenburg in Haarlem

Two parked cars were heavily damaged by a fire on a parking lot along the Engelenburg in Haarlem on Thursday morning. The blaze resulted in significant damage to both vehicles.

Gossip updates | Drew Barrymore shares short tribute to Cameron Diaz

American actress Drew Barrymore shared a social media tribute to her friend Cameron Diaz as part of a celebrity update series. The Dutch news outlet NU.nl provides these regular insights into the lives of both local and international stars through their social media posts.

US mobilizes aid for Venezuela after severe earthquakes

The United States is mobilizing aid for Venezuela following a series of devastating earthquakes. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau confirmed that U.S. officials are in contact with Venezuelan authorities to coordinate relief efforts.

Children's Ombudsman sent letters to cabinet but often received no response

Hearings on the Dutch government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that warning letters from the Children's Ombudsman regarding school closures were frequently ignored. Witnesses testified that pandemic measures violated children's rights and that the youth were disproportionately affected by the cabinet's decisions.

Three suspects in court today for pelting anti-Black Pete protest

Three suspects are appearing in court today for their alleged involvement in the violent disruption of an anti-Black Pete protest in Volendam in December 2021. The defendants are charged with public violence and destruction after protesters were pelted with fish, eggs, and other objects. The case is being heard following a successful legal appeal by the Kick Out Zwarte Piet activist group against an initial decision not to prosecute.