The lawsuit against Shell caused a breakthrough on the subject of sustainability at the highest level, making companies more cautious but also daring to take bolder steps to distinguish themselves from their competitors. Now ING is also being sued by Milieudefensie, with the risk for all major banks that in the future they too could be dragged into court.
Japan is the fifth country to succeed in sending a lunar lander, but there are problems with the solar panels and batteries. The mission is part of Japan's ambition to play a bigger role in space and to have a Japanese astronaut go to the moon in the future.
Double murder suspect, Richard K., had multiple weapons, including ones he obtained legally, and brutally killed a couple in the Netherlands, while also injuring their son before confessing to the crime. He will remain in custody and undergo observation at a mental health facility.
Not treating colleagues and citizens with respect: This behavior did not go unpunished for six Rotterdam police officers as they were disciplined for inappropriate comments in a group chat, with one facing dismissal while others received warnings, suspensions, and transfers to other teams along with diversity and inclusion training.
Winter weather brings both joy and inconvenience in Zuid-Limburg, with heavy snowfall causing some traffic disruptions while others took the opportunity to enjoy the snowy conditions, including snowboarding down stairs and capturing picturesque scenes throughout the province. Fortunately, hospitals and emergency services did not see an increase in activity, and precautions are being taken to prevent icy roads overnight.
Leaders of debt mediation company convicted and fined for misleading and exploiting vulnerable debtors, minister explores new approach to illegal debt mediation.