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Faber asylum bills ready, 'cabinet votes Friday'

Minister Faber has her asylum bills ready and the Cabinet is expected to approve them by the end of this week. The measures include eliminating indefinite asylum permits and making it more difficult for asylum seekers to bring family members over.

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

Albert Heijn wins award for most misleading product

Albert Heijn wins the Golden Windei for their frozen-food cups for changing recipes without transparent communication to customers. Foodwatch, the food watchdog, stands behind the decision and also blames Mondelez and Nescafé for similar phenomena.

Dec. 16, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

For the 70th time Kingdom Day, what will be celebrated?

70 years ago, Queen Juliana signed the document that stands above the Dutch constitution: the Statute. Celebrations for Kingdom Day were held yesterday in the islands and today in the Netherlands. Learn about the history and significance of this monumental event.

Dec. 16, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Increasing explosions, 'more accessible than firearms'

Expert warns of growing number of explosions in Dutch cities and calls for European approach to tackle the problem.

Dec. 16, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

German government formally fallen, road clear for elections

German Chancellor Scholz has formally lost the confidence of the majority in the Bundestag, paving the way for early elections in just over two months due to the struggling economy. Scholz was defeated in a vote of no confidence and the Bundestag will now be dissolved as President Steinmeier prepares to call new elections.

Dec. 16, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Russian tanker breaks in two in storm in Kerch Strait and leaks oil

Russian oil tanker breaks in half during storm, leaking oil near occupied Crimea coast. One death reported, with remaining crew members reportedly rescued.