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Outcry over Von der Leyen's concealment of illness: 'Breach of trust'

EU-commission president Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany for more than a week due to a serious case of pneumonia, causing speculation and backlash from journalists about the lack of transparency from the Commission's press office. While von der Leyen is recovering and expected to return to work next week, her illness has raised questions about the Commission's communication and caused concerns regarding her ability to represent the EU at important events, such as the upcoming World Economic Forum and meetings with US President Trump.

Rijpma-de Jong battled her way to gold at European Championship all-round: 'Wanted so badly to get on that coach'

'Antoinette Rijpma-de Jong wins the gold with a minuscule difference of 1.19 seconds at the European Allround Championships in Thialf, where the tradition of the horse-drawn sleigh was restored. Her rival Joy Beune is disappointed but is now focusing on the World Distances Championships in Hamar.'

No teaching at TU Eindhoven tomorrow due to cyber attack

Technical University Eindhoven hit by cyberattack, causing delays for students preparing for exams as university works to contain and investigate the attack.

Man helps from the Netherlands recover crashed plane Colombia

Local man brings missing Colombian flight back to responsible location within hours with help of satellite data from the Netherlands, offering families of victims quick and clear clarification.

Illegal migrant workers come to our country from further and further afield

Illegal employment in the Netherlands is on the rise, and employers are now turning to workers from countries further away, raising concerns about exploitation and lack of protection for these workers. The government is considering stricter penalties for employers who hire illegal workers, but some argue that more fundamental changes are needed to address this issue.

More than 14,000 responders to LA fire, help from Mexico and Canada

Over 14,000 firefighters from nine states and international sources are working to control the raging wildfires in and near Los Angeles, with some success but three large fires still challenging. Another fire is fully contained, but over 100,000 people remain under evacuation orders or warnings due to the ongoing danger and extensive damage.