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NSC maintains referendum on pension system for now, despite criticism from Council of State

NSC remains committed to the plan to give pension funds a say via referendum, despite strong criticism from the Council of State and calls from employer organizations and coalition party VVD to withdraw the proposal.

March 17, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Economy Sri Lanka could do with tourists, and especially of 'the luxury kind'

Sri Lanka is already welcoming half a million tourists in the first two months of the year, which is a big growth for the country that normally receives around a million tourists in an entire year. The tourists are injecting more than $5 billion into the economy, which is very welcome as the country tries to overcome an economic crisis.

March 17, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Police violate health and safety law in protecting officers

Police risk management still inadequate, causing preventable injuries among officers according to labor union and employees.

March 17, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Rob de Nijs was happy when he was on stage

Rob de Nijs is a famous Dutch singer who, after more than 60 years on stage, decided to stop performing because of Parkinson's disease. But after a fall on stage, he revised his decision and continued again, which is characteristic of his authentic and honest character.

March 17, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Wilhelminator in Valkenburg had to be refurbished due to concrete rot

Valkenburg wanted to repair concrete rot Wilhelminator for years, but was too late: tower suddenly collapsed. Cause is being investigated by OVV, residents upset.

March 17, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Corruption investigation after fire leaves 59 dead in northern Macedonia

Authorities in North Macedonia are investigating whether corruption played a role in a deadly nightclub fire that killed almost 60 people. Over 20 suspects have been identified and arrested, and early reports suggest the nightclub did not have a valid permit due to corrupt practices in the country.