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Dutch tennis players miss out on Davis Cup: Italy too strong in historic final

Italian team defeats Dutch team in Málaga for Davis Cup title, with Jannik Sinner securing the final point with a win over Tallon Griekspoor following earlier victories for Italy's Matteo Berrettini.

Nov. 24, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

AD and Telegraaf: 'Foster parents from Vlaardingen abused children before'

Three Syrian brothers may have been psychologically and physically abused by their foster parents in Vlaardingen, after one of them was placed out of home after only a week. The Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating the case, with the police and Safe Home also involved.

Nov. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

NSC leader Omtzigt sees future in cabinet, criticizes 'polarization by politicians'

NSC leader Omtzigt has rejected calls to leave the coalition with PVV, VVD and BBB, stating that the purpose of a partnership is to continue and achieve common goals. He also condemned anti-Semitic behavior and emphasized the need for respectful political debate, as the NSC held their second party congress.

Nov. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Thousands of visitors take a look at the new Blankenburg connection

The new A24 highway near Rotterdam is about to open and will be celebrated with a festival this weekend and a tunnel run tomorrow. This six-year construction should reduce congestion in the region, but drivers will have to pay electronic tolls.

Nov. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Webshops cling to free returns for fear of lost sales

Webshops are trying to reduce returns, but it remains a challenge. Figures show that consumers return an average of 12.3 percent of packages, leading to a lot of wasted energy and extra costs. Some companies are now charging for returns, but this remains sensitive in the industry.

Nov. 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Island states and poorest countries walk away from climate agreement negotiations

Disaster threatens at climate summit in Baku because of money issue: island states and poorest countries walk away from negotiations, while president Azerbaijan comes up with too few proposals. Imminent consequence: no agreement, and that has major consequences for future climate policy of countries.