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No sight of convicted jihadists who are no longer Dutch citizens

Numerous municipalities have stopped monitoring convicted jihadists for terrorism after their sentence is served and they are released. These individuals are no longer Dutch citizens and cannot be deported due to reluctance from countries like Morocco to accept them, leading to concerns over the safety risks they may pose.

Feb. 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

British King Charles has cancer and resigns public duties for now

British King Charles has cancer and will temporarily step down from public duties, according to Buckingham Palace. The type of cancer is not disclosed, but the king is positive about his treatment and is looking forward to returning to work. The 75-year-old monarch will continue to work behind the scenes, while Prime Minister Sunak sends well wishes for his speedy recovery.

Feb. 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Timmermans: stand up to people who threaten freedom of others

GroenLinks-PvdA leader Timmermans criticizes PVV during joint party meeting in Eindhoven, denouncing their divisive rhetoric and calling for unity in protecting individual freedoms. He also questions the effectiveness of the current Dutch coalition negotiations, highlighting the danger of inconsistent communication on social media.

Feb. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Asbestos in hundreds of gardens after Vroomshoop fire, school and playgrounds closed

Dutch village school closes tomorrow due to asbestos contamination, as company begins specialized removal process for affected homes. Residents urged not to clean up the asbestos themselves and can use designated car wash areas to limit exposure.

Feb. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Mature Van der Poel took no unnecessary risks at World Cup: 'Is about that jersey'

Van der Poel takes his first rainbow jersey in the discipline he set as his main goal for the winter, Nieuwenhuis surprises with a silver medal and Lippens concludes his long commentary career with the cyclocross World Cup.

Feb. 4, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Pregnant in Gaza: 'A big cocktail of stress, anxiety and guilt'

'Pregnant women in Gaza face unprecedented obstacles during childbirth due to incessant bombing and lack of medical care. Since Oct. 7, thousands of babies have already been born under extreme conditions in an area described by the UN as hell on earth.'