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How do you identify thousands of bodies in a mass grave? 'A huge operation'

Mass graves containing thousands of dead have been discovered in Syria, where civilians have disappeared for years under President Assad's regime. Identifying the victims and determining their cause of death is a complex and lengthy operation, but is critical to finding justice and peace.

Dec. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Employers try to block strike by pharmacy assistants with summary proceedings

Patients and pharmacists are worried about nine days of strike in pharmacies due to excessive workload and low wages, while unions are trying to take patient interests into account by announcing the strike early.

Dec. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

First time warning livestock owner over insufficient protection from wolf

Livestock owner warned of inadequate protection from wolves after multiple attacks in neighborhood, NVWA hopes for improvement for all sheep.

Dec. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Israel's investment in Golan Heights: security guarantee or strategic expansion?

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert expresses concerns over the plan to allocate more funds for settlements in the occupied Golan Heights, with the goal of doubling the population and strengthening Israel's presence in the area, while analysts say the move is primarily a political gesture.

Dec. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Local politicians less threatened, but incidents feel more serious

Decline in threats to politicians in municipalities and provinces since 2012, but aggression remains a problem especially among women according to research. Network Resilient Governance offers support and organizes meetings to talk about this worrisome issue.

Dec. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Another sharp increase in explosions, 500 suspects arrested this year

Police have already carried out 1100 attacks with explosives on homes and businesses this year and have already arrested 500 suspects for this, especially cobras are used because they are available due to the Dutch fireworks culture and police are calling for more attention and action at schools and neighborhoods, among others, to address this problem.