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Shortage of drugs in the Netherlands greater than ever last year

Pharmacists' organization KNMP warns that the medicine shortage in the Netherlands reached unprecedented heights in 2023. Research shows that 5 million medicine users were affected, with over 2 thousand shortages and average shortages of 107 days.

Jan. 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Why did train traffic around Utrecht grind to a halt? Four questions about the major disruption

Netherlands' busiest stretch of track in chaos due to brief power outage near Abcoude and puzzle of trains and staff re-laid.

Jan. 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Police action in 5 countries over Dutch company allegedly violating Russia sanctions

Three arrests and raids in five countries in largest international police operation surrounding violations of Russian sanctions. Suspects are suspected of circumventing and violating sanctions laws.

Jan. 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

World's first major malaria vaccination campaign launched in Cameroon

'Global vaccination campaign against malaria launched in Cameroon with the first shot given to baby Noah; WHO says this is a historic moment and the vaccine can contribute to the fight against malaria, but it is not enough and more methods are needed.'

Jan. 22, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Aftermath storm Isha: delays at Schiphol Airport, lowest gas price in months

Storm Isha has caused significant delays at Schiphol Airport, causing flights to depart with delays due to a domino effect. This has also affected the price of gas, which has fallen due to high wind energy production. In addition, the storm also caused damage and power outages in Northern Ireland and another storm is already expected tomorrow.

Jan. 22, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Overmars to appeal to FIFA against 'disproportionate' worldwide suspension

Former Dutch football player and current technical director at Royal Antwerp FC, Marc Overmars, is appealing his one-year worldwide work ban for crossing boundaries in his professional relationships with female co-workers. The appeal was filed due to the belief that one incident of misconduct does not justify such a severe punishment.