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'European alternatives to U.S. Internet services badly needed'

The Dutch government and businesses are choosing U.S. cloud services en masse, despite warnings of U.S. dependence. With Europe as a possible solution, now is the last chance to invest in European alternatives before it is too late, experts say.

March 1, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Deadline for informateur approaches, no prospect of new cabinet after 100 days

Wilders impatient over unclear formation of cabinet; PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB seem condemned to each other, but other parties determine final shape.

March 1, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

'Foundation crisis' looms, 12 billion euros needed to address subsiding houses

Council recommends measures for national approach to foundation problems, including a foundation database, financial compensation and a national counter for help with repair. Untreated subsidence damage can lead to strong social unrest and a foundation crisis.

Feb. 29, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

At least dozens killed in distribution of relief supplies northern Gaza

Dozens, and possibly over a hundred people, have died while attempting to receive aid in the Gaza Strip. Conflict and shortages have hindered delivery of essential supplies, causing a dire situation for civilians.

Feb. 29, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

President Macron: 'I'm going swimming in the Seine'

President Macron will take a dip in the Seine during the Olympics, stressing that the water is clean enough to swim in safely. A massive cleanup operation worth one and a half billion euros has been carried out to ensure that the river can be used for the swimming competitions.

Feb. 29, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Besides record warm, February was tremendously wet: 'Soil filled up like a sponge'

Higher ground water levels are causing significant disruptions, with multiple power outages occurring during carnival. This is a rare occurrence attributed to the wet conditions, as shown in these images.