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Putters advises 'program cabinet,' with concise outline agreement

PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB are to negotiate a "program cabinet" in which the parties are to first reach a concise outline agreement and later develop a government program. This new form of a cabinet, advised by Kim Putters, will create more trust and cooperation in society.

March 14, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Dozens of migrants believed to have died after week on Mediterranean Sea

Over 60 people died during a migrant boat crossing in the Mediterranean Sea, with only 25 being rescued by SOS Méditerranée and Italian Coast Guard. The dangerous routes over the sea continue to claim lives, with last year seeing over 3100 deaths, according to the IOM.

March 14, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Bill that could lead to TikTok ban in US passes first hurdle

'House of Representatives votes for proposal to sell TikTok, uncertainty over implementation. Direct impact on Dutch users, businesses and influencers will be great.'

March 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Fifth night in a row too many people in Ter Apel, problems pile up

Tweede Exloërmond Night Shelter to Close and Westerwolde Faces Fines as Search for New Asylum Seeker Locations Continues

March 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Traffic problems near Eindhoven, flaring continues late into evening

Area south of Eindhoven closed and A2 and A67 freeways closed due to imminent gas pipeline rupture since noon. Traffic disruption and closures possibly continuing for hours, local residents urged via NL-Alert to stay indoors and precautionary measures taken.

March 13, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Outrage and disgust in Belgium after days of torture in prison

Belgian prisons have been struggling with overcrowding for years and recently a shocking incident of torture by inmates in the Antwerp prison has come to light. This incident is believed by many to be the result of years of mismanagement by the Belgian government, while tensions have long existed between jailers and prisoners due to overcrowding.