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Her trainers and Wüst in shock, but Schouten quits: 'I can't live the way I want'

A day after her successful World Distances Championships, speed skater Irene Schouten announced that she is quitting top sport after 15 years of hard work and sacrifice. The three Olympic titles remain her highlight, but she looks back on her career and the amazing journey she has experienced with pride.

Feb. 19, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Navalny spokesman: examination of body will take two more weeks

Navalny's wife claims he was poisoned with Novichok and that the investigation into his death is being delayed by a chemical examination. She vows to continue her husband's work despite his passing.

Feb. 19, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Breakthrough in detection: nitrous oxide detectable in blood and breath hours after use

Nitrous oxide affects driving for at least an hour and can now be measured in breath, blood and saliva using infrared detection equipment. This provides opportunities for enforcement and detection of nitrous oxide use in traffic, which is suspected to be involved in many traffic accidents with serious consequences.

Feb. 19, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Sinner writes ABN Amro Open to his name: 'Means a lot to me'

Jannik Sinner wins the 51st edition of the ABN Amro Open from Alex De Minaur in a thrilling final and rises to third in the world rankings after his recent victory at the Australian Open.

Feb. 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Already mosquitoes, but 'not everything called out for mosquito is one'

Higher temperatures and lots of rain bring earlier and more active mosquitoes in the Netherlands, especially house mosquitoes and winter mosquitoes. Still, we need not worry about a summer full of mosquitoes due to higher winter temperatures.

Feb. 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Dutch cameraman Hoyte van Hoytema wins film award for Oppenheimer

Dutch cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema wins prestigious British film award for his work in Oppenheimer, making it the top contender at this year's Bafta ceremony. With previous nominations for acclaimed films, he finally takes home the prize for his contribution to the industry.