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Safe haven or receptacle? 5 questions after Telegram chief's arrest

Russian tech billionaire and founder of Telegram, Pavel Doerov, has been arrested in Paris after landing in his private jet. His chat app, used by 700 million people worldwide, promises secure and anonymous communication, but has been criticized for its lack of moderation and hosting channels for illegal activities.

Aug. 26, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Conspiracy thinker 'Bodegraven' faces fines and jail time if she doesn't stop expressions

Right-wing conspiracy theorist facing jail time for spreading fake news about satanic-pedophile ring involving Dutch politicians in Bodegraven-Reeuwijk. Complot theories led to vandalism of children's graves and death threats against top officials.

Aug. 26, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Retail chain Bristol files for bankruptcy 'with pain in heart'

After struggling with economic issues and the effects of the pandemic, Bristol's Dutch branch has filed for bankruptcy, leading to the closure of all remaining stores and the loss of jobs for approximately 370 employees. Despite efforts to find a buyer, the shoe retailer, who has been in Belgium's hands since 1991, will be permanently leaving the Dutch market after 60 years.

Aug. 26, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Farewell to Aboutaleb, who remains a Rotterdammer: 'You made that out of me'

Rotterdam says goodbye to longtime mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb, who expressed his gratitude to the city and its people while also urging for unity and introducing his successor, former minister Carola Schouten.

Aug. 25, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Verstappen does not win at Zandvoort for the first time: victory in GP of the Netherlands goes to Norris

McLaren's Lando Norris wins the Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit, where Max Verstappen had to bow to the strong performance of his competitors and settle for second place, which still leaves him well in the lead in the World Cup standings. McLaren's Lando Norris wins the Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit for the first time, while Max Verstappen was not fast enough to win and had to settle for second place, still leading the World Cup standings.

Aug. 25, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

GP club moves to revise guideline for pain management for IUD placement after all

Nederlands Huisartsen Genootschap revises guidelines for pain management for IUD insertion after media criticism and women's experiences.