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Sensitive documents Europol ended up on the street, found by a citizen in The Hague

Sensitive personnel files of top Europol executives, including CEO Catherine de Bolle, were found after being missing for months in The Hague. An investigation is underway to determine how and why the documents were removed from a secure room.

March 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Spanish prosecutor demands 2.5 years in prison against Rubiales after controversial kiss

Former Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales faces 2.5 years in prison for allegedly assaulting player Jenni Hermoso after pressuring her to film a statement claiming the kiss was consensual, among other charges. This comes after a highly publicized scandal and subsequent investigations into alleged corruption within the Spanish football federation.

March 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Bar Association: no indication of bribery by Khalid Kasem, but warning is given

Former lawyer Kasem has revealed his difficult time dealing with hateful comments and not being able to defend himself due to confidentiality as he spoke to the Bar Association.

March 27, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Ultrarunning star writes history in illustrious Barkley Marathons

British runner Jasmin Paris makes history by becoming the first woman to finish one of the world's toughest ultramarathons, the Barkley Marathons in Tennessee. Paris, who completed the 160km course with just 1 minute and 39 seconds to spare, trained hard and proved to herself what she is truly capable of.

March 24, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Ultraorthodox in Israel divided over possible conscription

Possible changes to Israel's conscription laws could require ultra-Orthodox men to serve in the military, a shift from their current exemption. This has sparked debates within the community, with some rabbis advocating for equal distribution of the military burden and others expressing concerns about maintaining their traditional way of life.

March 24, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Waste dumping in nature captured with wildlife camera in Almere

Police use wild camera to capture 16 cases of illegal dumping at a nature reserve parking lot, ranging from household waste to refrigerators. More cameras will be deployed in the future to deter further dumping.