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World university rankings under discussion, Utrecht no longer participating

Dutch universities are on the Times Higher Education world ranking, with TU Delft the best in our country at position 56. The trade journal expresses concerns about cuts in higher education and experts advocate caution in using this list to promote and choose universities.

Oct. 9, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Chamber whistles back Minister Faber: no 'return signs' at asylum seekers' centres

Minister Faber confirmed that signs will indeed be put up to inform migrants of their return, despite criticism from CDA leader Bontenbal on their effectiveness.

Oct. 9, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Supervisor: government struggles with privacy laws

Government organizations facing issues with internal supervision and potential violations of privacy laws, according to new report by the AP.

Oct. 9, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Minister delays decision to extend mail delivery to 48 hours

Minister delays key decision on mail delivery after criticism from House of Representatives as PostNL struggles with staff shortages and rising costs.

Oct. 9, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Photos from business cards possibly also captured in police hack

'Police inform colleagues of potentially captured photos in data hack, justice minister does not think there are major security risks.'

Oct. 9, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

House majority in favor of legislating NATO standard

House majority supports initiative bill for legal entrenchment of 2 percent standard for defense spending, with support from both coalition and opposition parties.