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Plasterk's advice to PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB: talk further about forming cabinet

There are enough agreements between PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB to form a new cabinet, but its form, majority or minority cabinet, will be determined later by a new informateur with extensive experience.

Feb. 12, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Tens of thousands of computer systems vulnerable to break-in

'Thousands of computers in the Netherlands and tens of thousands worldwide are vulnerable to cyber attacks, despite the existence of a solution. A Dutch security collective is scouring the Internet for unsafe systems and warning their owners.'

Feb. 11, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Former formateur Remkes: ordinary majority cabinet impossible

Remkes argues for a cabinet on main lines and personal ministers, after NSC leader Omtzigt indicated he does not want to be in a majority cabinet. He believes the negotiating parties should be more respectful of each other during the formation.

Feb. 11, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

PSV much too strong for FC Volendam despite early setback

PSV dominates against Volendam with a 5-1 victory, extending their lead in the Eredivisie. Despite an early setback, PSV secures a comfortable win with goals from Ismael Saibari, Jerdy Schouten, Jordan Teze, Ricardo Pepi, and Isaac Babadi.

Feb. 11, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Relay swimmers surprise with World Cup gold on 4x100 meter freestyle

Dutch women surprisingly win the gold at the World Swimming Championships in Doha in the 4x100m freestyle relay, with a strong performance from Kira Toussaint and Marrit Steenbergen sealing the win. Arno Kamminga and Caspar Corbeau also qualify for the 100m breaststroke finals and Marrit Steenbergen qualifies for the 200m individual medley finals with a sixth-place finish. South Korean swimmer Kim Woo-min wins first gold medal of the championships, while Chinese swimmer Zhanle Pan sets a new individual world record.

Feb. 11, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Squares full of carnival revellers in Den Bosch and Venlo, among others, despite higher costs

Carnival celebrates high in southern parts of the country with mild weather, but higher prices for beer and refreshments are causing some fuss among revelers.