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Citizens help others with free food during Christmas and it is much needed

'Donation store Yess in Rotterdam's Bospolder-Tussendijken neighborhood has been offering free groceries during the pandemic and holiday season for four years, and is just one of many informal food initiatives that have emerged to supplement formal government support for people in poverty.'

Dec. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Sore throat, sniveling and media hype: six Dutchmen out of World Cup darts in two days

Dutch darters are plagued by a flu virus during the World Darts Championship in London, resulting in early eliminations of top names such as Van Barneveld and Van Duijvenbode. Despite some successes, such as from rookie Van Veen and experienced players Van Gerwen and Wattimena, the many Dutch participants do not provide the expected dominance on this iconic darts stage.

Dec. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Large fire destroys beach tent in Zandvoort

Fire breaks out at beach pavilion, NL-alert sent as precaution. Investigation underway as witnesses report suspicious activity prior to incident; no injuries reported.

Dec. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Magdeburg attack suspect in 2013 convicted of threatening attack

Medical student from Saudi Arabia threatened German legal system and became permanent asylum seeker after suspicious behavior and conflict with authorities.

Dec. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

At least 30 dead after bus-truck collision in Brazil

Deadly collision between bus and truck in Brazil leaves 30 dead and 13 injured. Cause of accident still unclear.

Dec. 21, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Protest Extinction Rebellion in Rijksmuseum's Gallery of Honor

Activists from Extinction Rebellion stage a sit-in at Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum to protest the museum's sponsorship by ING. This is the third action taken by XR at the museum, with previous demonstrations leading to arrests and disruption.