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PSV loses to PEC after false start, Ajax can approach leader to one point

In their third game of the season, frontrunners PSV suffered their first defeat at home to PEC Zwolle, despite an early equalizer and a missed penalty by captain Luuk de Jong, who missed his 18th goal against PEC.

Jan. 18, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Two people seriously injured in ski elevator accident in northern Spain

Breaking: Two people have been severely injured and eight others have been taken to the hospital after a ski lift accident in northern Spain, believed to be caused by a problem with the lift cable. See the first footage of the rescue operation on social media.

Jan. 18, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Gaza destroyed, but Hamas not defeated and recruiting new fighters

Hamas survived the Israeli attack and remains a threat to Israel, despite the destruction of Gaza and thousands of Palestinian deaths. There is uncertainty about who will now run Gaza, while the U.S. and Israel try to weaken Hamas' allies.

Jan. 18, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Ov buses must be zero-emission by 2030, but they can't charge everywhere

Emission-free bus transport by 2030 is proving to be a tricky road, due to congestion on the power grid, diesel buses still have to be used in several places. Carriers and provinces are lobbying for priority on the grid, while public transport is not yet covered by this.

Jan. 18, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Fuel truck explodes, at least 70 dead in Nigeria

Explosion of fuel truck in Nigeria leaves at least 70 dead and dozens injured, with eyewitnesses reporting the tragic scene and officials citing poor road safety, poverty, and lack of alternative transportation options as contributing factors.

Jan. 18, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Result of laboratory tests known: no FMD, measures remain in place

First lab results in the Netherlands show no presence of the highly contagious foot-and-mouth disease virus, despite recent outbreaks in Germany. Further test results are expected next week, when a decision will be made on whether current preventative measures can be lifted.