Higher ground water levels are causing significant disruptions, with multiple power outages occurring during carnival. This is a rare occurrence attributed to the wet conditions, as shown in these images.
Prosecution announces that 10 suspects involved in riots at Dutch Eritrean gathering will be kept in custody for 90 more days, while 4 have been released on bail, following clashes between pro-government and anti-regime groups.
Femke Halsema may remain mayor of Amsterdam for another six years. The Amsterdam City Council decided in a secret ballot to recommend her to the Minister of the Interior for nomination to the king, who will reappoint her for another six-year term.
Living in the "humanitarian zone" Al Mawasi, where thousands of Palestinian refugees have been housed following Israeli calls to flee here, is tough and dangerous. There is a lack of basic services, disease and contaminated water, and security is also a major problem.
News: WNL omroepbaas accused of bullying, manipulation, and discrimination towards staff, leading to low job satisfaction and a toxic work environment. Mixed reactions from presenters and management, with calls for changes to be made.
Mother of late Russian opposition leader, Navalny, travels to western Siberia with her mother to view her son's body after he died under suspicious circumstances in a penal colony. Three other lawyers of Navalny were arrested in November and one has been charged with extremism.