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This is how the past few weeks went in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde: 'A nightmare'

There has been two weeks of uncertainty and fear in Rotterdam's IJsselmonde district after three men were shot by one gunman in a short period of time. Last night the suspect was apprehended, much to the relief of local residents.

Jan. 3, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Suspected Rotterdam shootings checked earlier by cops after tip-off

Arrest in Rotterdam shooting after tip and release of better footage, suspect previously checked but not apprehended and will be arraigned Monday for three murders and possession of firearm. Relief and joy among local residents after arrest of suspected gunman.

Jan. 3, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

In this Surinamese village, memory of massacre lives on after Bouterse death

Decades after the mass murder of 39 innocent villagers, including children and pregnant women, in the Surinamese village of Moiwana, survivors and relatives of the victims are still fighting for justice and the return of their loved ones' remains. The Inter-American Court of Human Rights condemned the Surinamese government for the massacre in 2005 and ordered reparations, but the perpetrators, including former dictator and current president Bouterse, have never been held accountable.

Jan. 3, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Record number of explosions at homes, victims often end up on streets

Record number of attacks on homes with explosives leads to closure and homelessness for victims, while housing associations suffer millions in damages and lawyer calls for better cooperation between municipality, associations and police.

Jan. 3, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

First winter days of the year, Sunday possible snow

Tomorrow's weather will bring the first winter trouble of 2025 with colder temperatures, occasional snowfall, and a chance for building a snowman in the northern provinces.

Jan. 2, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

FBI: perpetrator of New Orleans attack acted alone

Authorities have revealed that the perpetrator behind the deadly New Orleans attack acted alone and was inspired by ISIS, as more details emerge about the 14 victims who lost their lives. Officials are urging the public to share any information about the 42-year-old suspect and are seeking eyewitnesses and those who may have seen his vehicle.