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House now votes against plans for natural behavior livestock, PVV pivots

Lower House votes against stricter animal welfare rules, despite criticism from Party for the Animals. New proposal by D66 and VVD for better animal protection does pass.

March 19, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Koeman especially curious about Wijnaldum: 'Is he still of value?'

National coach Ronald Koeman is considering Georginio Wijnaldum's return to the Dutch national team following his transfer to Saudi Arabia. The 33-year-old midfielder will be assessed in practice matches next week, while Koeman is also concerned about striker Brian Brobbey's injury.

March 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Ukraine wants to hurt Russia with drone attacks on oil sector

Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian territory have caused a flare-up in Russia with the recent elections. With images of attacks on oil refineries and storage depots, Ukraine is trying to attract attention and force Russia to move their air defenses.

March 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

No fresh food to be found in British 'food deserts' like Jaywick

Father and Jaywick resident, Danny Sloggett, shares his struggle with food insecurity due to limited funds and lack of access to affordable and healthy food options in their community.

March 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Famine looms in Gaza Strip, but 'solution is up for grabs'

Oxfam Novib warns of a disastrous situation in Gaza, where the entire population is struggling with hunger and even children are dying of starvation. EU foreign coordinator Borrell accuses Israel of deliberately causing a famine.

March 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

No more automatic asylum for refugees from Yemen

New policy requires individual assessment of asylum cases from Yemen as conditions improve and new at-risk groups are identified, but Dutch IND stresses that the country's situation remains fragile and humanitarian crisis persists.