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Broken overhead line Duivendrecht not yet repaired: fewer trains until 11 p.m.

Expect delays between Utrecht and Amsterdam until 23:00 due to extended repairs on damaged overhead lines, as specialists from across the country have been brought in to fix the large section of damaged equipment.

Nov. 30, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Field hockey men beat Germany after shoot-outs in reprise Olympic final

In a close match, the Netherlands and Germany tied 1-1 in the Men's Hockey Pro League, with the Dutch ultimately coming out on top in the shoot-outs thanks to goalkeeper Pirmin Blaak.

Nov. 30, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

'Aleppo largely in rebel hands,' Syrian army reports dozens killed

Rebels have reportedly taken control of most of Aleppo in Syria after an intense offensive, causing thousands of civilians to flee and sparking fears of further violence as other groups may join the conflict. The Syrian army, supported by Russian airstrikes, has vowed to fight back and restore 'constitutional order' in the country.

Nov. 30, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Tom Waes is conscious after accident, has spoken to family

Belgian TV host Tom Waes involved in car accident but is doing well, network urges public to respect his family's privacy and avoid contacting him or the hospital.

Nov. 30, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

President Georgia refuses to leave as term expires: 'Parliament unlawful'

NonePresident Zurabishvili refuses to leave her post despite the end of her term next month, seeing last month's elections as controversial and considering the parliament illegitimate. The EU has suspended accession talks because of undemocratic legislative changes, leading to disagreements with the ruling Georgian Dream party.

Nov. 30, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Municipalities angry over healthcare cuts, step out of healthcare agreement

Municipalities are leaving consultations on affordable and accessible health care out of dissatisfaction with budget cuts and lack of structural funding. This also affects the Integral Care Agreement and the implementation of prevention policies.