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Houseboat dwellers Maastricht not back home after all: no running water

Residents of ten houseboats were able to return home yesterday, but due to a broken pipeline, there is no water available. The municipality offered hotel or vacation park accommodations, and those who choose to stay at home can receive bottled water from Waterleiding Maatschappij Limburg, while repairs are being made.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

China-critical party wins elections Taiwan: 'We cherish democracy'

Ruling DPP wins election in Taiwan and Vice President Lai Ching-te becomes president. China-critical party will have to cooperate with a coalition partner to rule a third term for the first time since 2000. New president Lai Ching-te wants peaceful relationship with China based on equality.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Pegida leader forcibly restrained from Koran burning

Mayor Marcouch issues emergency order and deploys Mobile Unit to stop violent confrontation between anti-Islam campaign and counter-demonstrators in Arnhem. Pegida leader Wagensveld slightly injured in Koran burning.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Many products en route longer due to Houthi Red Sea attacks

Dutch importers of exotic products from China, Kenya and India are concerned that ships have to detour due to Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea, causing delays and higher costs.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Mass search fails to find missing boy (16)

2,500 volunteers are searching in vain for missing 16-year-old Yoran Krol in Sleeuwijk, Brabant, while his bicycle and coat were previously found at various locations.

Jan. 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Man with firearm apprehended on train at Zwolle station

Police arrested a man with a firearm on a train in Zwolle, after receiving a report from a passenger. Special police units evacuated the train and found the suspect with the gun, who was arrested and taken to the police station. A platform is currently closed for investigation.