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Fine for illegal debt relief: 'Construction cannot pass muster'

Leaders of debt mediation company convicted and fined for misleading and exploiting vulnerable debtors, minister explores new approach to illegal debt mediation.

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

For the first time, two-thirds of House of Representatives favor tax assessment of the Oranges

Two-thirds majority of MPs want king to pay taxes, including support from PVV; constitutional amendment possible.

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

Discussion of pension law flares up again by NSC, BBB and PVV

The Future Pensions Act, recently passed, is facing resistance from political parties involved in the formation of a new cabinet. They want to make significant changes to the law, which could cause uncertainty for pension funds and possibly delay and increase costs.

Jan. 17, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

NATO admiral: 'Society must begin to expect the unexpected'

NATO admiral calls for paradigm shift in society to be prepared for unpredictable era as NATO continues to fight for democratic freedoms in conflict with Russia.

Jan. 17, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Department of Public Works calls for freeways to avoid Limburg due to snow

Snowfall in Limburg leads to long traffic jams and call from Rijkswaterstaat to avoid highways. Air and train traffic are also affected by winter weather.

Jan. 17, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Middle East tension rises further after multiple attacks Iran

Iran increases pressure in the region with new airstrikes in Pakistan, Iraq, and North Syria, causing rising tensions in the Middle East and prompting reactions from other countries. Protests against the regime's use of funds for foreign movements while facing domestic issues also adds to the ongoing chaos.