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Khalid Kasem resigns work as presenter after bribery allegation

Kasem accused of corruption by allegedly bribing government official, Peter R. de Vries possibly involved according to leaked recordings. BNNVARA suspends Kasem's work pending investigation.

Jan. 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

PSV coach Bosz has little to complain about, but knows: 'We don't have anything yet'

PSV is on top of the league with a record of sixteen wins out of sixteen games and a goal difference of +50, while also holding a spot in the Champions League's round of sixteen. With a satisfied coach Peter Bosz and a successful winter camp in sunny Estepona, the team aims to stick to their intense playing style for the second half of the season.

Jan. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Energy label increasingly important: buyers may borrow more for green home

New mortgage rules encourage homeowners to make their homes more sustainable, as a good energy label can now secure a loan of up to 50,000 more. Falling mortgage rates and rising incomes are also expected to boost home prices this year.

Jan. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Herman Koch has metastatic prostate cancer, incurable but stable

Dutch author Herman Koch opens up about his cancer diagnosis and how it has affected his life, with his doctor originally saying it could be treated but later revealing it had spread. He also discusses how the hormone therapy he is receiving has made him more emotional and has even influenced his writing.

Jan. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

IS claims attack on memorial ceremony Iran, killing dozens

Explosions during memorial ceremony in Iran alleged to be bombings, according to Iranian authorities. Security Council calls for those responsible to be brought to justice and expresses sympathy for victims.

Jan. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Less plastic in litter by 2023, but: 'It could be much better'

Expert finds that while measures like a deposit on cans and a plastic tax have reduced the amount of littered cans, plastic cups with added fees are actually increasing in street trash. With his job now dedicated to analyzing data on where litter comes from and how to reduce it, he recommends focusing on enforcing existing policies and expanding deposit systems to cover more types of packaging.