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Van der Poel solos to third victory in Tour of Flanders

Van der Poel wins the Ronde van Vlaanderen for the third time, after an epic 45-kilometer solo in harsh weather conditions. The rainbow jersey shows his cyclocross skills and equals the record number of victories in the Flemish monument.

March 31, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Remains of missing French toddler Émile found after months

French authorities have confirmed the discovery of bones near the area where toddler Émile went missing last July, with a skull being found by a hiker. It is believed that the remains belong to Émile and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of death.

March 31, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Shaky blades cause more and more mills to shut down

Hundreds of windmills in the Netherlands are in need of expensive repairs as their roeden, crucial components of the mill's structure, start to fail. With more expected to follow suit in the next decade, urgent action is needed to prevent potential accidents and preserve the country's treasured historic landmarks.

March 31, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Suspicious situation in central Amsterdam: metro station evacuated, many police present

Large police action underway in Amsterdam city center, as station and surrounding streets evacuated and closed off due to a serious situation. Explosives team called in to investigate and police searching for a man matching description of suspect.

March 31, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

New work surfaced from soul legend Marvin Gaye

Newly discovered tapes of Marvin Gaye's last years in Belgium, where he stayed with an artist friend, contain haunting recordings that could shed light on the troubled Motown legend's final years - but legal complications may delay their release.

March 30, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Russia commemorates victims attack concert hall with balloons and sea of flowers

Russia mourns the 144 dead and more than 500 injured after a bloody terror attack at Crocus City Hall concert hall. There are indications that ISIS-K, a branch of IS, is behind the attack, but Russia continues to blame Ukraine. In the aftermath, several suspects have been arrested and a manhunt for migrant workers from Central Asia is taking place in Russia.