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China spies via malware at Defense Department

MIVD warns of Chinese cyber espionage in the Netherlands, urging companies to check for malware distributed by the hackers and report to the National Cyber Security Center. The MIVD's decision to release a detailed report on the Chinese hackers' methods is a break from tradition and aims to increase international resilience against cyber attacks.

Feb. 6, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

For NSC, this round of formation ends, keeps options open

NSC concludes latest round of talks, keeping options open for minority or broad-support cabinet. Party leader Omtzigt criticizes informateur Plasterk for withholding crucial financial information, causing potential hurdles in negotiations.

Feb. 6, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

'Amalia lives in Amsterdam again'

Amalia's potential return to Amsterdam and potential security measures at her student housing remain shrouded in mystery as details are not being disclosed.

Feb. 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

NS deploys some 250 extra cleaners during carnival

NS prepares for busy carnival weekend with 250 extra cleaners and additional trash bins in train stations. Train cleaners face unique challenges, including finding a tree in a train toilet, as cities below the rivers transform into one big event space for an extra 8000 to 10,000 visitors.

Feb. 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Forming parties meet at undisclosed location

The four forming parties (PVV, BBB, NSC and VVD) have met at a secret location to discuss mutual tensions after PVV leader Wilders, among others, caused a stir on social media last week. The question is whether informateur Plasterk can still salvage these talks, as he is due with his report in mid-February.

Feb. 5, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

No sight of convicted jihadists who are no longer Dutch citizens

Numerous municipalities have stopped monitoring convicted jihadists for terrorism after their sentence is served and they are released. These individuals are no longer Dutch citizens and cannot be deported due to reluctance from countries like Morocco to accept them, leading to concerns over the safety risks they may pose.