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A few days of winter weather and occasional snow showers

Winter scenes the next few days in the Netherlands due to cold front from the north, with a chance of snow in the south and temperatures below freezing. Expect heavy snowfall in France and Belgium, possibly also in the south of the Netherlands.

Jan. 15, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Trial of 'Erasmus shooter' Fouad L. begins, motive still unclear

Suspect Fouad L. extended remand in Rotterdam triple murder case, but prosecution still unclear on motive and progress of investigation

Jan. 15, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Thousands of angry farmers with tractors in Berlin, coalition promises relief

Farmer protests in Germany lead to concrete promises from the government, including relief for agriculture and a phasing out of cheap diesel. Farmers Union, however, is not satisfied and demands more action.

Jan. 15, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Houseboat dwellers Maastricht not back home after all: no running water

Residents of ten houseboats were able to return home yesterday, but due to a broken pipeline, there is no water available. The municipality offered hotel or vacation park accommodations, and those who choose to stay at home can receive bottled water from Waterleiding Maatschappij Limburg, while repairs are being made.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

China-critical party wins elections Taiwan: 'We cherish democracy'

Ruling DPP wins election in Taiwan and Vice President Lai Ching-te becomes president. China-critical party will have to cooperate with a coalition partner to rule a third term for the first time since 2000. New president Lai Ching-te wants peaceful relationship with China based on equality.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Pegida leader forcibly restrained from Koran burning

Mayor Marcouch issues emergency order and deploys Mobile Unit to stop violent confrontation between anti-Islam campaign and counter-demonstrators in Arnhem. Pegida leader Wagensveld slightly injured in Koran burning.