UN aid truck attacked in Sudan

Former Olympic canoeist charged with vandalism of Reflecting Pool

Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been charged with property damage following allegations that he damaged the Reflecting Pool in Washington. The 67-year-old suspect has previously denied intentionally causing any destruction.

COA closes emergency shelter in Apeldoorn after asbestos discovery

The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) has temporarily closed an emergency shelter in Apeldoorn following the discovery of asbestos. The municipality of Apeldoorn confirmed the closure as a precautionary measure.

House supports bill regulating voting booth assistance

The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a new law that allows voters who require assistance to receive help from a polling station worker inside the voting booth. This measure expands existing regulations that currently permit individuals with physical disabilities to be assisted by a person of their choice.

Darlin C. gets 4 years in prison for home invasion in Amsterdam Southeast

COA and Egeria keep reason for split over Zijlweg 245 asylum center secret. 'Not appropriate'

The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) and property owner Egeria have declined to disclose why negotiations regarding the establishment of an asylum center at Zijlweg 245 in Haarlem failed. The COA stated that it is inappropriate to comment on the breakdown of the agreement concerning the office building, which is locally referred to as the 'horror flat'.