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Following in the footsteps of European colleagues, Spanish farmers are also moving to the city

Farmers in Spain are campaigning against European climate regulations and unfair competition. They are blocking access roads to Madrid with thousands of tractors and demanding that their incomes not fall further.

Feb. 21, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Concerns about booze chains: 'Municipalities have little oversight of them'

NOS Stories investigated how minors in so-called booze chains can easily obtain alcohol and spoke with young people, bar owners and experts about the worrying consequences of this. According to the Dutch Institute for Alcohol Policy STAP, municipalities need to monitor better and work together on a targeted approach to prevent chains from becoming a danger to young people.

Feb. 21, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Ukrainian military missing after Avdiivka fall: 'Retreat always a big risk'

Experts: returning troops from Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine is a complex and difficult operation, but intelligence and support from Western countries also play a major role in the current situation.

Feb. 21, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Bridge section crashes down: 'We stood watching in disbelief'

Fatal incident at placement of iconic bridge in Lochem: Two dead and two injured after collapse, eyewitnesses are deeply shocked and Prime Minister Rutte offers support to relatives and those involved.

Feb. 21, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Lawyers Assange: deprivation of justice threatens extradition to U.S.

Assange's lawyer argues against extradition to US for fear of extreme punishment, with supporters rallying outside court.

Feb. 20, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Netherlands gets screening system for fungi, concern over outbreaks

Fungal infections in Dutch hospitals are becoming increasingly dangerous, killing nearly half of patients. Researchers are concerned about the rise of resistant fungi and are developing a screening system to prevent outbreaks.