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Navy ship Tromp becomes flagship of NATO fleet alliance

Dutch frigate Zr.Ms. Tromp takes command over a group of NATO ships active in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and Atlantic Ocean, working to prevent incidents like the recent sabotage of undersea cables in the region. The Tromp, led by Commander Arjen Warnaar, will lead the rapid response force and work closely with coast guards and individual country's navies to deter threats in the region.

Jan. 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Amsterdam halts 'smart' traffic lights due to privacy laws

Amsterdam is stopping smart traffic lights because of privacy risks and teething problems, but high maintenance costs and hacking dangers also play a role, alderman said.

Jan. 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

CO2 standards tightened, big task for car and truck manufacturers

Europeans are facing a major challenge to reduce carbon emissions from cars and trucks by 43% by 2030. However, with reduced subsidies and a lack of charging infrastructure, the target may be difficult to achieve according to the European car and truck manufacturers. Despite this, major companies like Mercedes and DAF are already producing electric trucks with a range of nearly 500km, and there is a push for more emission-free vehicles on the roads.

Jan. 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Capitol stormtroopers smell freedom: 'Count on amnesty from Trump'

Capitol rioters face harsh sentences and ongoing protests as Trump promises potential amnesty for convicted criminals, while families of the detained continue to fight for their loved ones' release.

Jan. 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Bouterse supporters say goodbye after hours-long hearse ride through Paramaribo

Hundreds of supporters of the late former Surinamese president Bouterse attended his farewell ceremony at the office of his party, the National Democratic Party (NDP), followed by his cremation. Despite a partial boycott by some media outlets, Bouterse's handpicked successor and loyalists paid their final respects along with his opponents and the four other convicted accomplices who were allowed to briefly leave prison to say goodbye.

Jan. 4, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Almeerder (33) stuck in Gaza for over a year: 'I'm surviving'

Nederlander stranded 455 days in Gaza without family, struggling to survive and with little help from Dutch government, calling out for attention on LinkedIn.