Dutch scientists call for warnings on alcohol labels following the example of Ireland, where the government wants to alert residents to the negative consequences of alcohol consumption. Despite limited public knowledge about the health risks of alcohol, the alcohol industry is critical of mandatory warnings on labels.
In the online challenge "the choking game," young people pinch each other's carotid arteries to experience a momentary intoxication, but this can cause serious and permanent brain damage and even lead to death. A foundation has been set up to warn young people about the dangers of such online challenges.
Bigtech bosses at president's inauguration, Meta policy adjustments and blocked political search terms prompt discussion of political influence on online world. Researchers point to existing concerns and compare social media companies to commercial bookstores where users are products.
Hamas releases names of four Israeli female soldiers to be released, in violation of ceasefire terms. Despite the breach, Israel will proceed with planned release of 50 Palestinian prisoners, while urging media to not reveal soldiers' names until families are notified.
Suspects of devastating explosion in The Hague wanted 1,500 euros for attack, lawyers point at each other on question of guilt, and OM receives 37 post-disaster reports.
Ireland is preparing for the arrival of storm Éowyn, with wind gusts of up to 180 kilometers per hour and wave heights of up to 10 meters. Schools, public buildings and public life will be largely at a standstill and power outages are expected. Wind and rain will also intensify in the Netherlands, but not at the extreme level of Éowyn.