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14-year-old girl breaks arm after falling from attraction at Hilversum fairground

14-year-old girl falls from ride at Hilversum fair, suffers broken arm. NVWA investigating cause, town says fair to remain open.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

Canadian civility is over: patriotism as protest against Trump

The Canadian election revolves around a man not on the ballot: Donald Trump. His trade war and attacks on Canada have led to renewed pride for the homeland, manifested in the sale of flags, caps and a new app to boycott American products.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

Police investigate whether filmed sex King's Day Amsterdam was voluntary

Police are investigating a video of two individuals engaging in sexual activity on the streets of Amsterdam on King's Day, with questions surrounding possible rape and the identities of those involved. The police are urging witnesses to come forward and for the public to stop sharing the video as it is a criminal offense.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

Cause of power outage unclear, electricity resumed in parts of Spain and Portugal

Massive power outage hits Spain and Portugal due to rare weather phenomenon, with millions affected and chaos in stores and transportation. Officials suspect the cause is internal, not sabotage or cyberattack.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

Weghorst tries to keep calm in denouement of title fight: 'Pressure is on'

Ajax and Sparta split the points in an exciting match, leaving the difference in points between Ajax and number two PSV only seven and giving PSV a chance to take the title.

April 27, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Death toll in attack Canada rises to 11, over 20 injured

Eleven people were killed and over twenty injured in a deliberate car attack in Vancouver, Canada. The suspect, a 30-year-old man with mental health issues, has been arrested and authorities do not believe the incident was an act of terrorism. The victims, including women, men, and young people, were attending a street festival organized by the local Filipino community.