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Extra money for insulation of houses in Groningen earthquake area

Government Provides 1.6 billion euros to Help Homeowners in Groningen and Drenthe to Make their Homes Gas-Free, But Criticism Arises Over Unequal Distribution of Subsidy

March 6, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

RIVM warns of potentially deadly dietary supplements

RIVM warns against dangerous herbal supplements such as tabernanthe iboga and huperzia serrata, which can have serious side effects including death, psychosis, and harm to unborn children.

March 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Cost of power outage at Tesla factory runs 'in the nine figures'

Left-wing extremist group allegedly sabotages German factory causing power outage and environmental concerns. Minister calls it a serious crime and evidence of group's willingness to attack critical energy infrastructure.

March 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Cycling Federation bans time trial helmet with 'head sock,' Visma space helmet under scrutiny

Controversial 'head sock' banned by UCI in professional cycling despite being used by teams for a year; concerns raised about new trend of time trial helmets focusing more on performance than safety.

March 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Vijlbrief: now no permission for gas extraction under Wadden Sea

Government halts new gas extraction plans in the Wadden Sea due to significant risks of subsidence and rising sea levels. Controversy over impact on environment and UNESCO World Heritage status.

March 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Doubts in House over additional NS money to avoid more expensive train ticket

Parties in the House of Representatives are reluctant to give additional money to the Dutch Railways to address price increases and delays, despite the need for structural help, according to the NS.