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Eurocommissioner Hoekstra gets post Climate and Clean Growth in new commission

European Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra will be responsible for Climate and Clean Growth in the new European Commission, according to sources. President Von der Leyen will announce all names of the new Commission tomorrow. Stay tuned for more details.

Sept. 16, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Kooij after 'sour' second place in European Championship road race: 'Disappointment prevails'

Dutch riders fall short in European Championship sprint, with Kooij finishing second and Van der Poel unable to secure a win despite his efforts. Kooij and Van der Poel reflect on their races and the challenges they faced on the course.

Sept. 15, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Johan Cruijff Arena files charges against duo who climb stadium

Johan Cruijff Arena files charges against men who climbed into stadium during soccer match, safety of visitors remains top priority, fortunately.

Sept. 15, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Motorcycle with sidecar drives into people at Gemert event: dead and injured

77-year-old man from Alkmaar dies during Classic Motorrace Gemert in North Brabant after accident with motorcycle with sidecar, police investigate cause while event organizers declined to comment further.

Sept. 15, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

ME carries out charges against rioting Ajax fans in Amsterdam, eight arrests

8 Ajax supporters have been arrested following riots and vandalism in Amsterdam during a police strike, during which streetcars were stopped and heavy fireworks were set off. Deputy Mayor Moorman condemned the behavior of the so-called supporters and stressed the need for police deployment at soccer matches.

Sept. 15, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

However dangerous, number of boat migrants to Canary Islands continues to rise

African migrants are flocking to the Canary Islands, despite Europe's efforts to stop migration. A sociologist from Senegal argues for controlled labor migration to meet the demand for labor in Europe.