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Teen arrested again for botched explosion at Vlaardingen plumber's home

Two more arrests made in connection to failed attack on deceased plumber's home in Vlaardingen, bringing total number of suspects to five. Investigation continues as perpetrator of August 12th attack remains at large.

Aug. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

September 11 train and regional transport strike

Major public transportation strikes on 11 September due to demands for extended retirement plans for heavy laborers, with significant impacts on both regional and national routes.

Aug. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Belgian formateur De Wever resigns role, forming government seems far away

Bart De Wever, formateur of the new Belgian government, has announced his resignation from his role following the failure of formation talks, according to Belgian media. The Flemish parties of different persuasions could not agree, particularly on the surplus value tax, and now they are looking at other possible coalitions and mediators.

Aug. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Russia takes additional measures in Kursk, Ukraine says further advance

Mass evacuation in Russia after Ukrainian troops cross border and occupy region, with concrete shelters placed to protect residents. Ukraine is also carrying out attacks on infrastructure in region as Russia intensifies fighting.

Aug. 22, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Czech Bittner surprises Van Aert and Groves and sprints to Vuelta stage win in Seville

21-year-old Czech Pavel Bittner causes surprise by winning sprint stage of the Vuelta a Espana, while all eyes were on Wout van Aert and Kaden Groves. Bittner takes advantage of miscalculations by both sprinters and takes another step in his still young career with his first Vuelta victory.

Aug. 21, 2024, 7:58 p.m.

Death of 11-year-old Mateo in Spain led to false accusations

Man with psychiatric problems arrested for death of 11-year-old in Spain, but online misinformation continues to circulate, leading to accusations and hatred toward migrants.