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Breakthrough in detection: nitrous oxide detectable in blood and breath hours after use

Nitrous oxide affects driving for at least an hour and can now be measured in breath, blood and saliva using infrared detection equipment. This provides opportunities for enforcement and detection of nitrous oxide use in traffic, which is suspected to be involved in many traffic accidents with serious consequences.

Feb. 19, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Sinner writes ABN Amro Open to his name: 'Means a lot to me'

Jannik Sinner wins the 51st edition of the ABN Amro Open from Alex De Minaur in a thrilling final and rises to third in the world rankings after his recent victory at the Australian Open.

Feb. 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Already mosquitoes, but 'not everything called out for mosquito is one'

Higher temperatures and lots of rain bring earlier and more active mosquitoes in the Netherlands, especially house mosquitoes and winter mosquitoes. Still, we need not worry about a summer full of mosquitoes due to higher winter temperatures.

Feb. 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Dutch cameraman Hoyte van Hoytema wins film award for Oppenheimer

Dutch cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema wins prestigious British film award for his work in Oppenheimer, making it the top contender at this year's Bafta ceremony. With previous nominations for acclaimed films, he finally takes home the prize for his contribution to the industry.

Feb. 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

'Putin wants to make it clear that opposition equals death'

Bill Browder, a critic of the Kremlin, shares his story of political assassinations in Russia and calls for action by the West to facilitate the release of political prisoners like Navalny.

Feb. 18, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

MPs want clarification and investigation after The Hague riots

: 'MPs demand explanation and want investigation into the riots in The Hague in which policemen were injured during a gathering of Eritreans. Political parties condemn the violence and want strict action, with possible consequences for residence permits and Dutch citizenship.'