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Duran Lantink wins biggest prize for Dutch fashion designers

Fashion designer Duran Lantink wins prestigious Cultuurfonds Mode Stipendium for his experimental, sustainable and socially conscious designs worn by celebrities like Beyoncé and transgender women in South Africa. The 72-year-old founder of the fashion brand is praised as a barrier-breaking genius and role model for established designers, with previous winners including Jan Taminau, Bas Kosters, Iris van Herpen, and Mohamed Benchellal.

Major Ukrainian drone attack flattens Russian airports

Deadly drone attacks disrupt Russian airports after Ukraine retaliates with ballistic missiles, causing multiple casualties and disrupting flight schedules.

Vlaardings foster girl will never live normal life, but is 'resilient'

Foster parents on trial for molesting a foster child in Vlaardingen are responsible for the severe injuries to the girl, who will be permanently dependent on intensive care, according to the prosecutor. Meanwhile, information from her guardian shows that the girl is resilient and making great strides. The foster parents, who are now in custody, must appear in court again soon.

Aid organizations cautiously positive about change in Israel policy cabinet

The Netherlands plans to investigate the Israeli government's violation of the treaty between Israel and the European Union, an important step according to humanitarian organizations. However, many questions remain about the practical implementation and impact of this decision.

Cybersecurity and fighting disinformation priority around NATO summit in The Hague

Massive security measures are being put in place as the Netherlands prepares to host the NATO summit in The Hague next month. With over 37,000 personnel involved, including 10,000 military and 27,000 police, the priority is to ensure cyber security and prevent disturbances from both inside and outside the conference.

Oil price and price at the pump continue to fall due to 'the Trump factor'

Trump's trade war and internal conflicts among oil-producing countries lead to record low gas prices, but experts warn that they will likely rise again due to their dependence on oil revenues for government budgets. Consumers may see lower energy and grocery prices in the near future as a result.