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French take to streets in protest against appointment of center-right prime minister

Protests by leftists across France after Macron appoints center-right prime minister, accusing him of undermining democracy and ignoring election results.

Sept. 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Prosecutors and Child Protective Services warn of rapid online radicalization of young people

Young people are becoming involved in terrorism at an increasingly younger age through online radicalization and incitement to violence. The OM warns parents and schools to be aware of this development and engage with young people to prevent them from ending up in the criminal justice system and forever carrying the stigma of terrorist.

Sept. 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Due to 'transfer error' EBI 20 seconds of unwanted contact between inmates

Detainees at the Extra Beveiligde Inrichting in Vught had unauthorized contact for 20 seconds due to a transfer mistake, according to Dutch State Secretary Coenradie in a letter to parliament. The incident is being thoroughly evaluated and additional security measures will be taken.

Sept. 6, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Schiphol goes to court over NS strike

FNV and Schiphol are heading to court over the planned NS strike on Wednesday, with the airport demanding that trains still run from Schiphol to Amsterdam despite the strike, while the union argues for the right to strike and attention for workers with heavy jobs.

Sept. 6, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Full Dutch podium in Paris at 100 meters, with Jong winning

Complete Dutch podium at Paralympics in Paris with Fleur Jong, Kimberly Alkemade, and Marlène van Gansewinkel taking gold, silver, and bronze on ninth day.

Sept. 6, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Russians too close, evacuation of Pokrovsk civilians by rail halted

Russian army approaches eastern Ukrainian city, evacuations halted and heavy fighting, strategic logistics site in jeopardy.