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Prosecutor appeals against all suspects murder Peter R. de Vries

OM appeals for longer sentences in Peter R. de Vries murder case, after court hands out prison terms up to 28 years.

June 24, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Faber (PVV) distances himself from term 'population,' but sees worrisome demographic trends

Minister for Asylum Esther Faber is in controversy because of her statements about "repopulation," which is seen as a racist conspiracy theory, and her push for a stricter asylum policy. Despite her distance from the word "repopulation," MPs continue to question her ideas and their feasibility.

June 24, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Meeting Geesteren after banner accident: 'Dejection, incomprehension and grief'

Preview: Crane with banner comes down during FC Twente practice match, ten injured to hospital. Cause still unclear, municipality investigates accident and permit.

June 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Annoyance with field stormers at EK: 'With a fool like that, you're never sure'

Security experts and UEFA are concerned about field storms during the European Football Championship, which may be encouraged by influencers. However, measures such as more stewards and tougher penalties do not seem to be enough to discourage field stormers.

June 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Cabinet wants to solve murder cases through commercial DNA databases, lawyers critical

'The use of commercial DNA databases in cold case cases is seen by politicians and the prosecution as an opportunity to solve violent cases, but lawyers and ethicists criticize the methods and argue that there should be a comprehensive debate about privacy rules and the role of the legislature.'

June 23, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Verstappen: 'We were definitely not the fastest, but we did everything right'

Verstappen grabs victory at Spanish Grand Prix with strategic racing, clinching his 61st career win and bringing joy and pride to Red Bull Racing team. Lando Norris of Mclaren expresses disappointment after a strong performance, blaming his bad start for losing out on the win.