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Explosion in Eindhoven home suspected to be caused by rocket launcher

An explosion occurred last night at the Hefveld in Eindhoven, probably caused by a small rocket launcher in the residence. Two residents were injured and the cause of the explosion and intent of the explosive are still unknown.

Oct. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

North Korea sends 12,000 troops to Ukraine, says South Korea

North Korean soldiers are being trained in Russia to support Russian troops in Ukraine, with an initial group of 1500 soldiers already sent to military bases in the far east of the country. This has been confirmed by satellite images and is seen as a serious threat by South Korea and the international community, according to a spokesperson for the South Korean president.

Oct. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Code red in southern France due to heavy rainfall

Severe floods in multiple areas of France, including major cities like Lyon and Cannes, have caused rivers to overflow and roads to close. Residents are being urged to evacuate and avoid dangerous areas, while authorities work to manage the situation and prevent injuries or fatalities.

Oct. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Lavreysen not to keirin final at World Track Cycling Championships, Hoogland soon to fight for world title

Lavreysen out of contention for keirin world title, while Hoogland advances to final. Hoppezak and van de Wouw also competing for their first world titles.

Oct. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Criticism of emergency services after murder by confused man of lower neighbor

Famous Amsterdam criminal, Nuri Tolga Ö. murdered his downstairs neighbors last year. Despite being on the radar of multiple agencies and having a history of violence, no one had a complete picture of his escalating mental state that ultimately led to the murder.

Oct. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

'Faber's emergency justice measures have little effect on arrival of asylum seekers'

Experts doubt the Dutch government's new emergency measures, such as temporary asylum permits and stricter family reunification rules, will significantly decrease the number of asylum seekers in the Netherlands. They argue that real change can only be achieved at the European level through cooperation and deals with other countries.