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Senate postpones decision on closing Groningen gas tap

Senate postpones consideration of bill to stop gas extraction in Groningen due to concerns over security of supply. Outgoing State Secretary Vijlbrief hopes for quick answers and closure of gas extraction sites this month.

April 2, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Prosecutor demands 12 years against man who drove family to death: 'He used his car as a weapon'

Prosecutor demands 12-year prison sentence for man who drove family to death under influence at high speed, relatives and prosecution accuse defendant of calculating behavior during trial.

April 2, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Israel continues military action, shows attack on Iranian consulate

Iran has announced revenge for the death of an Iranian general in an Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, which experts say could lead to further escalation in the shadow war between the two countries.

April 2, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Adidas stops selling German 'SS shirt' immediately and apologizes

Adidas and the German Football Association (DFB) have stopped sales of the new national team jersey with the number 44 due to the font resembling the infamous Nazi logo, and are working on a new design for the number 4 as well. The move comes after social media backlash and highlights the brand's values of diversity and inclusivity.

April 1, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Number of 'living wills' growing rapidly, but they are not uncontroversial

More people are already taking matters into their own hands and recording in a "living will" who may make future decisions about their finances and medical care if they are no longer able to do so themselves. This not only provides peace and security for the individual, but also prevents family strife and problems with guardianship.

April 1, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Attack on Iranian embassy in Damascus, senior commander killed

Syrian and Iranian media report that a high-ranking Iranian military leader was killed in a bombing on the Iranian embassy in Damascus, allegedly carried out by Israel. Iran has condemned the attack and vowed to retaliate, while Israel has not commented on the incident.