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Amsterdam continues to struggle with explosions: 'Difficult to put a stop to this'

Amsterdam struggles with a surge of explosions, especially by young perpetrators, but officials are searching for new ways to address the issue, including involving parents in solutions.

March 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Former soccer player and former national team coach Kees Rijvers died (97)

Dutch football legend Kees Rijvers, who represented the national team 33 times and later went on to become a successful coach, has passed away at the age of 97. Rijvers, part of the famous 'Golden Triangle', was the first Dutch professional player and played a crucial role in the development of Dutch football.

March 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Tonight by Son Mieux best song at Edisons, Flemming best pop artist

The Edison music awards were held in Leusden, Netherlands, with Reinier Zonneveld winning in the dance category. The event celebrates the diversity and high level of talent in the Dutch music industry, which has seen a 9% increase in revenue in the past year.

March 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

France first country in the world with right to abortion in constitution

France becomes the first country in the world to include abortion in its constitution as a fundamental human right, protecting the right to abortion from political decisions. This historic decision is a milestone for women's rights and morality.

March 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Third-country national challenging return may stay in shelter for weeks longer

Refugee without Ukrainian nationality fighting forced departure from the Netherlands allowed to temporarily stay in shelter by Amsterdam judge. Similar cases being heard across the country, indicating a potential likelihood of success for these non-Ukrainian migrants.

March 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Another boat full of migrants capsizes on English Channel, 7-year-old girl dies

Tragedy on the English Channel as 7-year-old girl dies and her family is hospitalized after their boat capsizes trying to make the perilous journey to the UK from France. Several people have been arrested in connection with the incident, highlighting the dangers of illegal migration across the Channel.