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Faber scraps 'bed-bath-bread' funding, municipalities fear nuisance and insecurity

Minister Faber will stop funding the shelter for rejected asylum seekers in five major cities, arguing that they should be returning to their home countries instead of being given subsidized accommodation.

Sept. 4, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

At least four dead in high school shooting in US

Breaking news: Four dead, 30 injured in shooting at Georgia high school, suspect in custody. Police on scene and air ambulances have been called, students being held in nearby stadium.

Sept. 4, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Influencers increasingly see hate comments: 'People light each other up'

Growing number of influencers are facing hate comments on social media, with some receiving discriminatory and even threatening messages. Experts suggest new algorithms on platforms like TikTok and Instagram may be a factor, and call for stricter social norms to deter this behavior.

Sept. 4, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Possibly tens of thousands of benefits miscalculated, UWV launches investigation

UWV admits to making mistakes in calculating benefits and launches a team to help people check their current payments amid concerns that tens of thousands of benefits may have been incorrectly assessed since 2020.

Sept. 4, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Local residents disappointed with brake on Schiphol shrinkage: 'Yet another setback'

Minister Madlener weakens shrinkage plans for Schiphol, causing criticism from both local residents and the City of Amsterdam.

Sept. 4, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

New cabinet also does not want ban on Koran burning

New cabinet refuses to ban book burnings, citing free speech concerns, while ongoing discussion on balancing demonstration rights and prevention of violence is underway.