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Farmers allowed to spread manure two weeks longer

Livestock manure may now be spread until Sept. 15 instead of Aug. 31, under a new regulation to prevent soil contamination. Farmers had asked for an extension because of high rainfall, but an opinion suggests the extension could have a small effect on water pollution.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Police nab juvenile suspect after death of Zwolle man (53)

Soccer star David Beckham's ownership group has chosen Miami as the location for its new Major League Soccer team, bringing an expansion franchise to the city for the first time in over a decade.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Cabinet kicks off political season at Catshuis

Cabinet begins informal consultations in Catshuis again, discussing realistic cases led by officials in preparation for busy period with presentation of coalition program in September and outcome Macro Economic Outlook on Friday.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

We face a global coffee crisis, experts say

Coffee is becoming increasingly expensive due to climate change, and experts fear it will affect the morning routine of millions of people around the world. The coffee industry and the economies of several countries are threatened by the disappearance of good coffee due to extreme weather.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Code orange in Limburg and Overijssel due to thunderstorms

Severe weather conditions expected in parts of the Netherlands as KNMI issues code yellow warning for rain, potential danger for traffic and outdoor activities like sports and events due to high humidity levels and risk of water damage.

Aug. 13, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Police assume missing child Barneveld was abducted

53-year-old man from Amersfoort remains in custody and two 54-year-old men from Barneveld are suspects in the kidnapping of a child from a home on Friday night. Police still searching for answers and possible footage.