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Criminal investigation into data breach at population screening laboratory

Criminal investigation launched into data breach at Rijswijk laboratory in which data of hundreds of thousands of participants in population screening for cervical cancer was captured and nearly half a million women were affected with stolen personal data and smear results.

Aug. 27, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

German police identify seven Ukrainian suspects in Nord Stream sabotage

German authorities have identified suspects involved in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, revealing a Ukrainian commando team and their connections to government officials. The team had used falsified documents to travel, and their mission has raised questions about the involvement of Ukraine's president and commander-in-chief.

Aug. 27, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Astrid Holleeder steps out of anonymity: 'Don't want to be someone else anymore'

Holleeder, 59, reveals that she lived under various names for ten years, cut off from everything that makes a person human, including friends, family, and her own identity.

Aug. 27, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Police put Wilders on trial after Lisa remarks in House, Wilders takes back words

Amsterdam police respond to PVV leader's false claims about murder suspect, causing controversy and criticism from other political leaders. Police clarify timeline of suspect's arrest and condemn Wilders for causing unnecessary unrest.

Aug. 27, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Taylor Swift gets married to Travis Kelce, likes pour in

Taylor Swift announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce on Instagram, sending her Swifties into a frenzy. The couple has been dating for two years and fans are already planning for their wedding.

Aug. 26, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

'Day of Disruption': Israelis protest Netanyahu's war policy

Thousands of Israelis participated in the Day of Disruption to demand a negotiation agreement with Hamas for the return of hostages and an end to the war in Gaza. The protests targeted Prime Minister Netanyahu for blocking a potential deal and caused disruptions across the country, including blocking highways and public transportation.