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Criminologist Wouter Buikhuisen (91) died

Professor of criminology Wouter Buikhuisen died at the age of 91. His research proposals on heredity and criminal behavior caused fierce criticism and death threats in the 1970s, but in 2009 he reconciled with the university.

May 10, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

European leaders and Ukraine ready for truce, Moscow responds reluctantly

European leaders, supported by US President Trump, challenge Putin for an immediate 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, warning that failure to comply will result in strict sanctions for Russia.

May 10, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Chaos at FNV complete: even interim board must now leave

Temporary board of FNV sent home and elections suspended as decision follows internal investigations; details on new leadership unknown.

May 10, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Volt leader Dassen: 'America today resembles Germany of the 1930s'

Opposition party leader Laurens Dassen calls for Europe to unite and become a superpower in the face of America's declining global leadership, stating that the current US resembles 1930s Germany. On Europe Day, the pro-European Volt party is pushing for a European federation and a fully integrated European army.

May 9, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Dutch diver killed in salvage of sunken superyacht off Sicily

Dutch diver dies during salvage operation of sunken yacht off the coast of Sicily, cause of death unknown. Preparations underway by two Dutch companies to retrieve the luxurious vessel owned by British tech billionaire that sank in storm last year, resulting in 7 fatalities and ongoing investigation.

May 9, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Dutch athlete Omalla auctions his sensational Paris gold medal

Olympic gold medal Dutch athlete Eugene Omalla auctioned for 20,000 euros after winning 4x400m mixed relay in Paris, brother fellow twin is hit on radar Netherlands for Games participation.